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Events & Public Programs

Explore the Events Calendar

From cultural programming to seasonal celebrations, fireworks, and more, there is always something happening at Navy Pier.
Discover fun and free events for everyone all year long.

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Upcoming Events

Spring Break Weeks of Play

Spring Break Weeks of Play

Spring Break Weeks of Play Playful by Nature Now-April 6, join us to celebrate the wonders of the natural world at the Chicago Children's Museum's...

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Sunny Afternoon

Sunny Afternoon

Sunny Afternoon The story of the kinks March 21-April 27, 2025 From working-class London lads to rock ‘n’ roll icons, The Kinks exploded onto the...

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Play for All – Chicago Children’s Museum

Play for All – Chicago Children’s Museum

Play For All Chicago Children's Museum's (CCM) Play for All initiative creates a community where play and learning connect for visitors of all abilities. Play...

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Navy Pier Job Fair

Navy Pier Job Fair

Navy PIer Job Fair Monday, April 7 | 2PM-7PM Now hiring for part-time, seasonal roles with our Guest Experience Team, Restaurants, and Pier Partners. Let’s...

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Rooftop Paint & Sip with Pinot’s Palette

Rooftop Paint & Sip with Pinot’s Palette

Rooftop Paint & Sip with Pinot’s Palette Calling all first-time painters and seasoned artists! Offshore and Pinot’s Palette are coming together to bring you a skyline painting...

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EXPO CHICAGO Contemporary Art Fair

EXPO CHICAGO Contemporary Art Fair

EXPO CHICAGO Contemporary Art Fair EXPO CHICAGO returns April 24–27, 2025 to Navy Pier’s Festival Hall. Buy your Early Bird tickets now to lock in...

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Free Events & Public Programs

Navy Pier proudly offers free events and public programming year-round. From free outdoor movies in the park to free jazz concerts; interactive art installations to dance performances and much more, the People’s Pier is a year-round destination for free events in Chicago.

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