A Giant Marina to Attract Boaters Was Approved at Navy Pier. Why Hasn’t it Been Built?
August 10, 2022
Navy Pier is Chicago’s top tourist draw, and it could become even more attractive by building a giant marina on the pier’s north side for boats to come and go throughout the day, bringing an estimated $10 million more in revenue annually. However, holdouts from the Chicago Department of Transportation stall approval while concerns are discussed.
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What a spectacular Chicago Air & Water Show weekend at Navy Pier Marina! 🌇⚓️✈️
A huge thank you to @weberyachts for hosting an incredible event filled with good food, great company, and an unbeatable Chicago backdrop.
#chicagoairandwatershow #afthunderbirds @afthunderbirds
Change of plans at Navy Pier Marina!
While plans for the weekend at Navy Pier have shifted, we’re keeping the excitement going. Join us August 21 & 22 from 4:00–9:00 PM for two elegant summer evenings on the waterfront featuring an exclusive collection of luxury yachts, live music, cocktails and waterfront hospitality—all set against the unmatched backdrop of the Chicago skyline.
SKYLINE SOCIAL @ NAVY PIER MARINA
📅 August 21 & 22
⏰ 4:00–9:00 PM
📍 Navy Pier Marina – 797 E. Grand Ave., Chicago
Guests will have the opportunity to explore an impressive collection of yachts presented by local dealers and brokers, including:
Jefferson Beach Yacht Sales
Bay Marine
Weber Yachts
Spring Brook Marine
Basa`s Marine
Yachts • Music • Cocktails • Chicago Skyline
Transient dockage is also available for boaters who want to arrive by water and make a weekend of it.
https://navypiermarina.com/transient-boater-reservations/ #NavyPierMarina #NavyPier #MarinaLife #BoatLife #LakeMichigan #jeffersonbeachyachtsales #baymarine #weberyachts #springbrookmarine #basasmarine
TODAY IS THE DAY! ✈️🛥️🐷
Come dock with us, enjoy the Chicago Air & Water Show, and stick around for the afterparty at Navy Pier Marina!
🔥 Pig Roast TODAY | 5–7 PM
Courtesy of Weber Yachts & Weber Aviation
After an incredible day watching the Air Show, head back to the marina for great food, great company, and one of the best waterfront views in Chicago.
Whether you`re spending the day with us or stopping by after the show, we`d love to see you!
📍 Navy Pier Marina
📅 Saturday, August 15
⏰ Pig Roast: 5–7 PM
Come for the Air Show. Stay for the Pig Roast. See you on the docks!
#NavyPierMarina #ChicagoAirAndWaterShow #ChicagoBoating #WeberYachts #WeberAviation #NavyPier #ChicagoWaterfront #BoatingChicago
Navy Pier Marina is sold out Friday through Sunday for the Chicago Air & Water Show.
Still hoping to spend the weekend with us? Join our waitlist. If a slip becomes available, we`ll contact guests in the order requests are received.
Thank you to everyone making Navy Pier Marina part of Air Show Weekend—we can`t wait to see you on the docks!
#NavyPierMarina #ChicagoAirAndWaterShow #LakeMichigan
Arrive tonight and enjoy an evening on the lakefront with Wednesday Night Fireworks and FREE rides on the Centennial Wheel at Navy Pier. 🎆🎡
Wake up Thursday morning at the marina and catch the Air & Water Show practice from one of the best seats in Chicago.
Summer doesn`t get much better than this. Use code AIRSHOW2026 when booking at NPM.
#NavyPierMarina #NavyPier #ChicagoSummer #Fireworks #LakeLife
✈️ 🌊 Air & Water Show Week Schedule 👇
Here`s what`s happening on Chicago`s lakefront:
➡️ Wednesday, Aug. 12
Navy Pier Fireworks
FREE Centennial Wheel rides
➡️ Thursday, Aug. 13
Early practice flights begin over Lake Michigan
➡️ Friday, Aug. 14
Official Air & Water Show Rehearsal
➡️ Saturday, Aug. 15
Chicago Air & Water Show
➡️ Sunday, Aug. 16
Final day of the Chicago Air & Water Show
Already have a slip? You`re in for an unforgettable week on the water.
Weekend reservations are full, but you can still join our waitlist through the link in our bio.
#ChicagoAirAndWaterShow #ChicagoLakefront #BoatLife
Chicago is about to get loud. 🤘
Foo Fighters take over Soldier Field on August 8, and there`s no better way to get there than by boat. Dock at Navy Pier Marina, enjoy unbeatable lakefront views, then head to the show without the hassle of city traffic.
Your concert experience starts the moment you tie up.
Reserve your slip today.
#FooFighters #SoldierField #LakeMichigan
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