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New Year's Eve Fireworks at Navy Pier

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Tue, Dec 31 – Wed, Jan 01, 2025 • 11:59pm - 12:15am

600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago, IL 60611

This iconic fireworks show will light up the sky over Lake Michigan at the stroke of midnight. The spectacular display can be seen along the lakefront, but the best views are from Navy Pier’s official New Year’s Eve parties.

This iconic fireworks show will light up the sky over Lake Michigan at the stroke of midnight. The spectacular display can be seen along the lakefront, but the best views are from Navy Pier’s official New Year’s Eve parties.

For the best view, attend one of the many official parties happening on and around Navy Pier:

  • Glitz & Glam New Year’s Eve Event at Offshore Rooftop & Bar: The nation’s largest rooftop bar offers sweeping views of the Chicago skyline and the midnight fireworks show. The all-inclusive event includes an open bar, a midnight champagne toast, appetizers, and much more.
  • Grand Chicago New Year’s Eve Party: Set in the stunning Aon Grand Ballroom, this over-the-top evening celebration will include the city’s largest dance floor with live DJs and a grand countdown to the midnight fireworks show.
  • New Year’s Eve lakefront cruises: Set sail on an elegant dinner cruise that departs from Navy Pier. Enjoy dinner, dancing, DJs, champagne toasts, and more with panoramic views of the glittering city skyline.
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