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Light Up the Lake at Navy Pier

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Fri, Nov 29 – Sun, Jan 05, 2025

600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago, IL 60611

Light Up the Lake runs from Nov. 26 - Jan. 2. Tickets start at just $15.00, including a ride on the iconic Centennial Wheel, offering inspiring views of the city all decked out for the holidays.

The indoor, temperature-controlled experience features a sprawling light garden of large-scale sculptures comprising more than 600,000 twinkling lights; an Alpine ice rink; authentic holiday beer garden; kiddie train rides; Santa’s Merry Main Street and gift market; and other family-friendly and date-night activities.

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