Long-Stalled Navy Pier Marina Gets Green Light
November 13, 2023
Seven years after the Chicago City Council first approved plans for a marina next to Navy Pier, the long-stalled project appears ready to set sail. The marina is expected to be ready to launch in the summer of 2025. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s administration has settled the lawsuit and agreed to issue the required permits with some minor changes.
Read the full article by Andrew Schroedter and Ben Bradley for WGN9.
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🐻 Bears football is back in Chicago
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Fireworks are back at Navy Pier! 🎆
Chicago Live! Festival will light up the lakefront with a special fireworks display on Saturday, September 19 from 9:45–10:00 PM.
Reserve your slip at Navy Pier Marina and enjoy the show from the water.
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Skrillex is taking over Navy Pier for two nights 🎶
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We can’t wait to welcome you to Navy Pier!
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Happy Labor Day from Navy Pier Marina! ⚓️🇺🇸
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Have a safe and relaxing Labor Day from all of us at Navy Pier Marina!
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Reserve your slip while availability lasts.
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