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Chicago Live! at Navy Pier is back! This free annual two-day performance festival will feature more than 66 of the city’s top musical, theatrical, dance, and cultural organizations with back-to-back performances.
On Saturday and Sunday, September 24-25, performances will be held at the East End Plaza, the Wave Wall Platform, and the Lake Stage in Polk Bros Park at Navy Pier.
Click here to view more details and see the full line up of performers.
Chicago Live! is generously sponsored by the Pritzker Foundation.
Navy Pier is the People’s Pier, Chicago’s lakefront treasure, welcoming all and offering dynamic and eclectic experiences through partnerships and programs that inspire discovery and wonder.
Since its reopening in 1995, more than 180 million guests have come to enjoy the Pier's 50 acres of unparalleled attractions and experiences. In 2022, Navy Pier continues to evolve into an accessible, year-round centerpiece for Chicago’s diverse arts and cultural treasures.
Returning for 2022
This free annual two-day performance festival will feature more than 60 of the city’s top musical, theatrical, dance, and cultural organizations with back-to-back performances.
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