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Navy Pier Blog

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Delve into the historical and cultural significance of Navy Pier, Chicago’s prominent waterfront destination.

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Getting Festive on the Pier: Light Up The Lake Returns

Nov. 25, 2024

Getting Festive on the Pier: Light Up The Lake Returns

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Top Activities to Enjoy This Fall at Navy Pier

Oct. 2, 2024

Top Activities to Enjoy This Fall at Navy Pier

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Planning a Family Day at Navy Pier

Aug. 28, 2024

Planning a Family Day at Navy Pier

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Navy Pier’s Hidden Hives

Aug. 21, 2024

Navy Pier’s Hidden Hives

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Ultimate Shopping Guide: Unique Finds & Souvenirs

Aug. 14, 2024

Ultimate Shopping Guide: Unique Finds & Souvenirs

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Navigating Navy Pier: Cruises & Tours

Aug. 8, 2024

Navigating Navy Pier: Cruises & Tours

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Eats and Sweets at the Pier

Jul. 23, 2024

Eats and Sweets at the Pier

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Navy Pier After Dark

Jul. 18, 2024

Navy Pier After Dark

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Know-Before-You-Go Travel Guide: Navy Pier

Jul. 10, 2024

Know-Before-You-Go Travel Guide: Navy Pier

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Tips for Women in Leadership: Q & A with Navy Pier Board Chair Jennifer Steans

Mar. 23, 2023

Tips for Women in Leadership: Q & A with Navy Pier Board Chair Jennifer Steans

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Health, Wellness & Fitness at Navy Pier

Mar. 2, 2023

Health, Wellness & Fitness at Navy Pier

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Ultimate Flying Ride, Flyover, Coming to Navy Pier

Feb. 24, 2022

Ultimate Flying Ride, Flyover, Coming to Navy Pier

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A Luxury Holiday Travel Blog

Dec. 21, 2021

A Luxury Holiday Travel Blog

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The Magic of Making Light Up The Lake Carbon Neutral

Nov. 26, 2021

The Magic of Making Light Up The Lake Carbon Neutral

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Navy Pier: Chicago’s Top Date Night Destination

Nov. 12, 2021

Navy Pier: Chicago’s Top Date Night Destination

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Faces of the Pier: JC Aevaliotis

Nov. 10, 2021

Faces of the Pier: JC Aevaliotis

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Faces of the Pier: Brooke Reams

Oct. 8, 2021

Faces of the Pier: Brooke Reams

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Why Chicago LIVE Again! Is Important

Sep. 23, 2021

Why Chicago LIVE Again! Is Important

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A Fall Family Day at the Pier

Sep. 22, 2021

A Fall Family Day at the Pier

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Faces of the Pier: Dave Ensslin

Sep. 9, 2021

Faces of the Pier: Dave Ensslin

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Faces of the Pier: Tierra Scott

Sep. 9, 2021

Faces of the Pier: Tierra Scott

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Faces of the Pier: Robert Sanchez

Sep. 9, 2021

Faces of the Pier: Robert Sanchez

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Faces of the Pier: Boys & Girls Club of Chicago

Sep. 9, 2021

Faces of the Pier: Boys & Girls Club of Chicago

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Where To Take The Most Instagrammable Photos

May. 28, 2021

Where To Take The Most Instagrammable Photos

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Our Favorite Spots to Watch the World Go By

May. 28, 2021

Our Favorite Spots to Watch the World Go By

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History of the Centennial Wheel at Navy Pier

May. 28, 2021

History of the Centennial Wheel at Navy Pier

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A Day at the Pier with Pals

May. 28, 2021

A Day at the Pier with Pals

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Navy Pier for First Timers

May. 28, 2021

Navy Pier for First Timers

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5 Stunning Sunset Views from The Centennial Wheel

Apr. 30, 2021

5 Stunning Sunset Views from The Centennial Wheel

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Welcome Home, Chicago

Apr. 30, 2021

Welcome Home, Chicago

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The Pier Pledge

Apr. 30, 2021

The Pier Pledge

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End of Summer Family-Friendly Bucket List

Aug. 18, 2020

End of Summer Family-Friendly Bucket List

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Navy Pier: Creating Mission-Driven Public Programming

Aug. 17, 2020

Navy Pier: Creating Mission-Driven Public Programming

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Navy Pier: The Guest Experience Story

Aug. 11, 2020

Navy Pier: The Guest Experience Story

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A Day on the Water

Jul. 28, 2020

A Day on the Water

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Dog Days of Summer at Navy Pier

Jul. 27, 2020

Dog Days of Summer at Navy Pier

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Explore the Latest Outdoor Installation at Navy Pier: Play Never Stops!

Jul. 23, 2020

Explore the Latest Outdoor Installation at Navy Pier: Play Never Stops!

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Catch these Pokémon GO Fest 2020 Special Offers at Navy Pier

Jul. 17, 2020

Catch these Pokémon GO Fest 2020 Special Offers at Navy Pier

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Beers at the Pier

Jul. 9, 2020

Beers at the Pier

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Celebrate Independence Day 2020 with Navy Pier!

Jun. 29, 2020

Celebrate Independence Day 2020 with Navy Pier!

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Top Spots To Enjoy Coffee at the Pier

Jun. 25, 2020

Top Spots To Enjoy Coffee at the Pier

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Join Navy Pier for a Pride-Filled Day!

Jun. 23, 2020

Join Navy Pier for a Pride-Filled Day!

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Navy Pier’s Guide to Father’s Day

Jun. 18, 2020

Navy Pier’s Guide to Father’s Day

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Behind the Scenes of Navy Pier’s Iconic Centennial Wheel

Jun. 9, 2020

Behind the Scenes of Navy Pier’s Iconic Centennial Wheel

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5 Free Activities at Navy Pier

May. 15, 2020

5 Free Activities at Navy Pier

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Navy Pier Through the Years

May. 15, 2020

Navy Pier Through the Years

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Best Corporate Event Destinations at Navy Pier

May. 15, 2020

Best Corporate Event Destinations at Navy Pier

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5 Hidden Gems at Navy Pier

May. 15, 2020

5 Hidden Gems at Navy Pier

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International and Cultural Dining at Navy Pier

May. 15, 2020

International and Cultural Dining at Navy Pier

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Smart Ways To Save at Navy Pier

May. 15, 2020

Smart Ways To Save at Navy Pier

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The Best Activities for Senior Citizens at Navy Pier

May. 15, 2020

The Best Activities for Senior Citizens at Navy Pier

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Things for Teens

May. 15, 2020

Things for Teens

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7 Places to Shop Local at Navy Pier

May. 13, 2020

7 Places to Shop Local at Navy Pier

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Three Recipes to Try at Home: Enjoy the Taste of Navy Pier

May. 4, 2020

Three Recipes to Try at Home: Enjoy the Taste of Navy Pier

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Zoom in Pier-Style

Apr. 20, 2020

Zoom in Pier-Style

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6 Tasty DIY Cocktails That’ll Whisk You Away

Apr. 17, 2020

6 Tasty DIY Cocktails That’ll Whisk You Away

Nothing says Spring quite like Rosé, here's how to make it extra special & refreshing! Be sure to stop by when Harry’s reopens on the...

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Virtual Experiences

Apr. 3, 2020

Virtual Experiences

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Support Our Small Business Pier Partners

Mar. 31, 2020

Support Our Small Business Pier Partners

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Support Our Pier Partners

Mar. 20, 2020

Support Our Pier Partners

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5 Things You Didn’t Know about Navy Pier

Mar. 15, 2020

5 Things You Didn’t Know about Navy Pier

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