Navy Pier Marina Set to Open: WGN Exclusive
May 21, 2025
After nearly a decade of delays due to political opposition, the $22 million Navy Pier Marina will soon begin welcoming boaters. The project has been under construction since last year. “The original concept here was to be able to let people from around the lake have a place to tie up at the heart of the city,” said Randy Podolsky, the marina’s developer.
Read the full story by Lourdes Duarte and Andrew Schroedter here.
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🎸 Lollapalooza is back!
Trade traffic and crowded hotels for mornings on the water and evenings at Grant Park with Navy Pier Marina as your home base.
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Chicago`s three-day boat showcase is almost here. ⚓
Join us August 21–23 at Navy Pier Marina for three days of in-water displays, the latest boats and marine innovations, and one of the most iconic waterfront locations in the country. Plus, enjoy exclusive Navy Pier discounts with your ticket.
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Smooth tunes. Open water. Summer done right.
Join the Yacht Rock Armada at Navy Pier Marina from 12–3 PM and cruise a designated route with your favorite Yacht Rock playlist. After your cruise, boaters are invited to dock at Navy Pier Marina and continue the celebration with live DJ performances on the Marina Terrace until 6 PM.
DJ Schedule
12–2 PM | DJ World
2–4 PM | RUDi2
4–6 PM | DJ Lee Farmer
Boaters can also enjoy an exclusive offer:
Save 20% at Navy Pier Marina with code YACHTROCK20
Receive 4 FREE Centennial Wheel passes per boat
Visit our website for complete event details, marina information, and reservation details.
https://navypiermarina.com/transient-boater-reservations/
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🍌 The Savannah Bananas are bringing baseball`s biggest party to Wrigley!
Skip the hotel and make it a weekend aboard with your boat docked at Navy Pier Marina.
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🎶 Smooth tunes, summer sunsets, and Lake Michigan.
Tie up at Navy Pier Marina and enjoy Yacht Rock just a few steps from your slip on Saturday, July 25 from 12-6pm.
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The Chicago Scene Boat Party returns on July 25! 🛥️
Skip the early morning run across the lake and wake up already in the middle of the action at Navy Pier Marina.
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Happy 110th Birthday, Navy Pier! 🎉
Here`s to more than a century of unforgettable moments, iconic views, and memories along Chicago`s lakefront.
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Navy Pier Marina Set to Open: WGN Exclusive
May 21, 2025
After nearly a decade of delays due to political opposition, the $22 million Navy Pier Marina will soon begin welcoming boaters. The project has been under construction since last year. “The original concept here was to be able to let people from around the lake have a place to tie up at the heart of the city,” said Randy Podolsky, the marina’s developer.
Read the full story by Lourdes Duarte and Andrew Schroedter here.
