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Spirit of Chicago Yacht

Spirit of chicago is ready to show you chi nightlife. eat, drink, dance and take in the incredible skyline with 600+.

Venue Description

The Spirit of Chicago allows you to experience a festive and fun atmosphere at your own pace. Come aboard for the most memorable Chicago Nightlife experience of your life. Relax on our comfortable climate-controlled decks. Or, take a stroll to our spacious open-air observation deck. Enjoy a refreshing cocktail with 600+ as you take in amazing views from Lake Michigan.

So when is the best time to jump aboard the Spirit of Chicago? The Pier Pressure holiday yacht parties; of course! And with six incredible cruises to choose from, Cinco De Mayo, Memorial Day Weekend, Fourth of July, Labor Day Weekend , Titanic Masquerade Halloween and Black Pearl Halloween ; it’s that easy. If you still have questions; then head to our Contact Info to connect with us. We have highly trained Chicago Nightlife pros standing by and ready to help you, 24/7. We’d love to hear from you!

When you choose VIP Nightlife to plan a night out; you don’t have to know anything about the Spirit of Chicago to have the time of your life. With years of experience, our team can take your ideas from an inspiration to a fully executed, once-in-a-lifetime occasion. We will create an event experience for your every need and can service groups of all sizes; up to 1000 guests or more. So if you’re looking to put a nautical spin on your next night out in Chi town; then let VIP Nightlife show you the way! And be sure to Like Us on Facebook so you can keep up with our Upcoming Events and Deals.

Quick Facts

• Spirit of Chicago cruises Lake Michigan from Navy Pier in downtown Chicago • Seating capacity: Fiesta 226 | Jubilee 220 | Celebration 132 | Open-air roof deck • Exclusive VIP area with special view of the dance floor • Amenities: Bar, WiFi, sound system, TVs, DJ, dance floor, patio seating • Drink: Fully Staffed Cash Bar and Cocktail Servers • Dance floor & professional DJ playing current hits and classic favorites • Climate-controlled decks designed for cruising 365 days-a-year

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Observation Deck

• Open air top deck

Celebration Deck

• Maximum Capacity: 132 • Amenities: Bar, Single-Side Buffet, Atrium-Style Deck

Jubilee Deck

• Maximum Capacity: 220 • Amenities: Dance Floor, Bar, Double-Sided Buffet

Fiesta Deck

• Maximum Capacity: 226 • Amenities: Dance Floor, Bar, Double-Sided Buffet

Boarding Location

Spirit of chicago yacht boarding location.

Navy Pier (South Dock), at 600 E Grand Ave Chicago, IL 60611 (near the Tiny Tavern at Navy Pier). Click Here To View Printable Map (PDF) or Click Here To View Navy Pier Map Online .

Parking Info

Navy Pier | 600 E Grand Avenue | Chicago, IL 60611 We recommend you park in the East Garage, using door 10 to most easily access the Spirit of Chicago. Click Here To View Navy Pier Transportation Map. For the most current parking rates, visit  Navy Pier Garages >

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Set up in a park or by a food truck, and invite folks to drop by to say hello and ask questions about BBYO—where you can distribute invitations to Kickoff and other goodies.

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