LIGHT UP THE LAKE 2023
November 24th – December 31st
Navy Pier is excited to present a reimagined Light Up The Lake, the largest indoor and outdoor holiday experience in Chicago! Join us for a winter celebration that promises to illuminate Chicago’s top lakefront destination from November 24th to December 31st.
Explore the Pier’s dazzling outdoor lakefront light displays. Experience the joy of outdoor ice skating with a breathtaking backdrop of Lake Michigan. Cozy up with loved ones and roast smores by the toasty firepits. Ignite your creativity at our holiday workshops. Discover one-of-kind finds with our local artisan markets. Experience the thrills of axe throwing. Enjoy live music every weekend from local performers. Take a ride on the heated Centennial Ferris Wheel. Create cherished memories with family and friends at our award-winning fireworks on Saturdays. It’s the perfect balance of free and ticketed activities for guests of all ages to embrace the holiday season!
Free and Ticketed Activities
FREE FESTIVE LIGHTS
OUTDOOR ICE SKATING
COZY FIREPITS + S'MORES
WINTER FIREWORKS
WORKSHOPS + INTERACTIVE DISPLAYS
LOCAL ARTISAN MARKET
FREE LIVE MUSIC
AXE THROWING
FREE GIFT WRAPPING
FESTIVE POP-UPS
SANTA VISITS
Ride the Centennial Wheel
THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS
FOR THEIR GENEROUS SPONSORSHIP SUPPORT
Sponsorship Support at Santa Sleigh Light Display
Sponsorship Support at Teddy Bear Light Display
Sponsorship Support at Winter Wonderfest Tunnel of Lights
Sponsorship Support at South Dock Snowflakes Light Display