Navy Pier, of course, is a lot more than 30 years old. It first opened as Municipal Pier in 1916 — 109 years ago. But before 1995, it wasn't the top local attraction we know today.

Navy Pier hosted its most successful gala fundraiser in its history as an independent nonprofit, raising more than $1.4 million and drawing more than 600 guests. The Sept. 14 event, “A Legacy ...

Join us for a memorable experience at Navy Pier! This event will take place on Saturday, February 8th from 4 to 6 pm inside Navy Pier by the elevators that lead to Centennial Wheel.

Of course, fireworks won’t be the only attraction available at Navy Pier. The ever-popular Ferris wheel is also available for rides every day, and a series of live music and performance events ...

Other things to do with kids at Navy Pier Stop by Pier Park and take a spin on the iconic Centennial Wheel, a nearly 200-foot-tall Ferris wheel that is air-conditioned in the summer and heated in the ...

Other things to do with kids at Navy Pier Photo credit: Navy Pier Stop by Pier Park and take a spin on the iconic Centennial Wheel, a nearly 200-foot-tall Ferris wheel that is air-conditioned in the ...

It’s time to enter the Daytime Chicago Summer Getaway Contest! Next up is Navy Pier. From the Ferris wheel, lakefront views, and music series, there’s something for everyone.

CHICAGO (AP) — Navy Pier plans to debut a bigger and more luxurious 196-foot Ferris wheel when the Chicago tourist attraction celebrates its 100th anniversary next summer.