Chicago Air + Water | Best Spots To View

The Chicago Air and Water Show is a must-see event every summer. This year it will be held from Saturday, August 19th to Sunday, August 20th — make sure to arrive early to secure your spot for the spectacular demonstrations by aircrafts, boats, and diving and parachute teams.

If you want to be at the center of the action, bring chairs or a blanket and stake out a spot on the sand or grass anywhere on North Avenue Beach from Fullerton Avenue to Oak Street. You can also see the show from Navy Pier and the Miller Lite Beer Garden. For the VIP treatment, head to Shore Club. Enjoy the show from the beachfront bar’s sand-covered patio and private cabanas. Or grab a seat at Castaway’s—a beach bar and grill with cool drinks, live music, and excellent water and skyline views.

 

Navy Pier
Near North Side

Caffe Olivia
Near North Side

Navy Pier Beer Garden
Near North Side

The J Parker
Lincoln Park

Devereaux
Near North Side

360 Observation Deck
Near North Side

Shore Club
Near North Side

Castaways
Near North Side

 
 
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