Winter WonderFest
Winter WonderFest
Winter WonderFest, Chicago’s favorite indoor holiday experience returns, complete with dazzling décor, thrilling rides, ice skating, and seasonal fun for all ages.
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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6 events,
Take Care with Peanuts The Exhibit
Take Care with Peanuts The Exhibit
Good grief! Join Charlie Brown and the Peanuts Gang at Chicago Children’s Museum! Step into Take Care with Peanuts: The Exhibit and be transported into the world of Charles M. Schulz’s iconic comic strip.
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
4 events,
Winter WonderFest
Winter WonderFest
Winter WonderFest, Chicago’s favorite indoor holiday experience returns, complete with dazzling décor, thrilling rides, ice skating, and seasonal fun for all ages.
Take Care with Peanuts The Exhibit
Take Care with Peanuts The Exhibit
Good grief! Join Charlie Brown and the Peanuts Gang at Chicago Children’s Museum! Step into Take Care with Peanuts: The Exhibit and be transported into the world of Charles M. Schulz’s iconic comic strip.
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
3 events,
Winter WonderFest
Winter WonderFest
Winter WonderFest, Chicago’s favorite indoor holiday experience returns, complete with dazzling décor, thrilling rides, ice skating, and seasonal fun for all ages.
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
7 events,
Take Care with Peanuts The Exhibit
Take Care with Peanuts The Exhibit
Good grief! Join Charlie Brown and the Peanuts Gang at Chicago Children’s Museum! Step into Take Care with Peanuts: The Exhibit and be transported into the world of Charles M. Schulz’s iconic comic strip.
Winter WonderFest
Winter WonderFest
Winter WonderFest, Chicago’s favorite indoor holiday experience returns, complete with dazzling décor, thrilling rides, ice skating, and seasonal fun for all ages.
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
5 events,
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New Year’s Day Premier Brunch Cruise
New Year’s Day Premier Brunch Cruise
Ring in the New Year aboard Chicago’s Premier Brunch Cruise on Lake Michigan. Enjoy a chef-prepared plated brunch, craft cocktails, and live DJ entertainment while taking in breathtaking skyline views of landmarks like Willis Tower and Navy Pier. Celebrate the new beginnings in style, dining, dancing, and making unforgettable memories on the water.
Winter WonderFest
Winter WonderFest
Winter WonderFest, Chicago’s favorite indoor holiday experience returns, complete with dazzling décor, thrilling rides, ice skating, and seasonal fun for all ages.
Take Care with Peanuts The Exhibit
Take Care with Peanuts The Exhibit
Good grief! Join Charlie Brown and the Peanuts Gang at Chicago Children’s Museum! Step into Take Care with Peanuts: The Exhibit and be transported into the world of Charles M. Schulz’s iconic comic strip.
4 events,
Take Care with Peanuts The Exhibit
Take Care with Peanuts The Exhibit
Good grief! Join Charlie Brown and the Peanuts Gang at Chicago Children’s Museum! Step into Take Care with Peanuts: The Exhibit and be transported into the world of Charles M. Schulz’s iconic comic strip.
Winter WonderFest
Winter WonderFest
Winter WonderFest, Chicago’s favorite indoor holiday experience returns, complete with dazzling décor, thrilling rides, ice skating, and seasonal fun for all ages.
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
6 events,
Take Care with Peanuts The Exhibit
Take Care with Peanuts The Exhibit
Good grief! Join Charlie Brown and the Peanuts Gang at Chicago Children’s Museum! Step into Take Care with Peanuts: The Exhibit and be transported into the world of Charles M. Schulz’s iconic comic strip.
Winter WonderFest
Winter WonderFest
Winter WonderFest, Chicago’s favorite indoor holiday experience returns, complete with dazzling décor, thrilling rides, ice skating, and seasonal fun for all ages.
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
6 events,
Winter WonderFest
Winter WonderFest
Winter WonderFest, Chicago’s favorite indoor holiday experience returns, complete with dazzling décor, thrilling rides, ice skating, and seasonal fun for all ages.
Take Care with Peanuts The Exhibit
Take Care with Peanuts The Exhibit
Good grief! Join Charlie Brown and the Peanuts Gang at Chicago Children’s Museum! Step into Take Care with Peanuts: The Exhibit and be transported into the world of Charles M. Schulz’s iconic comic strip.
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
1 event,
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
1 event,
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
1 event,
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
1 event,
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
1 event,
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
1 event,
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
1 event,
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
1 event,
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
2 events,
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Tequila Dinner with Don Julio at Lirica Restaurant
Tequila Dinner with Don Julio at Lirica Restaurant
Experience an elevated tequila tasting dinner at Navy Pier featuring Don Julio and Lirica Restaurant. Enjoy a thoughtfully curated, multi-course Latin-inspired menu set against stunning views of Lake Michigan.
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
1 event,
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
1 event,
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
3 events,
Windy City Invitational
The Windy City Invitational is a highly anticipated men’s & women’s gymnastics competition hosted in the Chicagoland area.
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Suzy Eddie Izzard Talks Shakespeare N’Stuff
Suzy Eddie Izzard Talks Shakespeare N’Stuff
Join Suzy Eddie Izzard for a two-night-only benefit at Chicago Shakespeare Theater. Experience an unscripted, candid conversation on Shakespeare, performance, and more, moderated by Artistic Director Edward Hall with live audience Q&A. This special engagement supports CST’s mission to celebrate storytelling that reflects our shared humanity.
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
3 events,
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Suzy Eddie Izzard Talks Shakespeare N’Stuff
Suzy Eddie Izzard Talks Shakespeare N’Stuff
Join Suzy Eddie Izzard for a two-night-only benefit at Chicago Shakespeare Theater. Experience an unscripted, candid conversation on Shakespeare, performance, and more, moderated by Artistic Director Edward Hall with live audience Q&A. This special engagement supports CST’s mission to celebrate storytelling that reflects our shared humanity.
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
2 events,
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
2 events,
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
1 event,
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
1 event,
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
3 events,
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Paint and Sip with Offshore Rooftop and Bottle & Bottega
Paint and Sip with Offshore Rooftop and Bottle & Bottega
Join us at Offshore Rooftop for a creative evening with Bottle & Bottega. Enjoy a guided paint-and-sip experience complete with art supplies, a complimentary drink, and sweeping views of the Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan.
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit explores the flora and fauna of six different habitats at the Chicago Children's Museum, now-May 10th.
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
3 events,
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit explores the flora and fauna of six different habitats at the Chicago Children's Museum, now-May 10th.
Chicago Restaurant Week
Chicago Restaurant Week
Enjoy Chicago Restaurant Week at Navy Pier with prix-fixe brunch, dinner, and dinner cruises set against iconic lakefront and skyline views.
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
3 events,
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit explores the flora and fauna of six different habitats at the Chicago Children's Museum, now-May 10th.
Chicago Restaurant Week
Chicago Restaurant Week
Enjoy Chicago Restaurant Week at Navy Pier with prix-fixe brunch, dinner, and dinner cruises set against iconic lakefront and skyline views.
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
5 events,
Live Music at Offshore
Live Music at Offshore
Join us up top for cozy cocktails, fresh bites, and live music through the evening every last Sunday of the month from 2:30pm to 5:30pm.
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$5.29 Family Day at Chicago Children’s Museum
$5.29 Family Day at Chicago Children’s Museum
Join Chicago Children’s Museum for $5.29 Family Day sponsored by Bright Start 529. Enjoy $5.29 admission, craft workshops and savings tips!
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit explores the flora and fauna of six different habitats at the Chicago Children's Museum, now-May 10th.
3 events,
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit explores the flora and fauna of six different habitats at the Chicago Children's Museum, now-May 10th.
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Chicago Restaurant Week
Chicago Restaurant Week
Enjoy Chicago Restaurant Week at Navy Pier with prix-fixe brunch, dinner, and dinner cruises set against iconic lakefront and skyline views.
2 events,
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Chicago Restaurant Week
Chicago Restaurant Week
Enjoy Chicago Restaurant Week at Navy Pier with prix-fixe brunch, dinner, and dinner cruises set against iconic lakefront and skyline views.
3 events,
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit explores the flora and fauna of six different habitats at the Chicago Children's Museum, now-May 10th.
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Chicago Restaurant Week
Chicago Restaurant Week
Enjoy Chicago Restaurant Week at Navy Pier with prix-fixe brunch, dinner, and dinner cruises set against iconic lakefront and skyline views.
3 events,
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit explores the flora and fauna of six different habitats at the Chicago Children's Museum, now-May 10th.
Chicago Restaurant Week
Chicago Restaurant Week
Enjoy Chicago Restaurant Week at Navy Pier with prix-fixe brunch, dinner, and dinner cruises set against iconic lakefront and skyline views.
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
3 events,
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit explores the flora and fauna of six different habitats at the Chicago Children's Museum, now-May 10th.
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Chicago Restaurant Week
Chicago Restaurant Week
Enjoy Chicago Restaurant Week at Navy Pier with prix-fixe brunch, dinner, and dinner cruises set against iconic lakefront and skyline views.
5 events,
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit
I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit explores the flora and fauna of six different habitats at the Chicago Children's Museum, now-May 10th.
Chicago Restaurant Week
Chicago Restaurant Week
Enjoy Chicago Restaurant Week at Navy Pier with prix-fixe brunch, dinner, and dinner cruises set against iconic lakefront and skyline views.
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Art Installation: Artists at the Pier 2
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Upcoming Events
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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