In an expression of romance set against the backdrop of the city, Navy Pier is gearing up to host Chicago's first Valentine’s Day-themed fireworks spectacular. The show is set to light up the evening sky on February 10 at 9:00 p.m. As reported by Block Club Chicago, lovebirds can spectate the pyrotechnics from the South Dock and partake in the evening's amorous ambiance.
Further underscoring the special occasion, Navy Pier's famous Centennial Wheel will be awash in the hues of Valentine’s Day, lifting couples high above Chicago for a breathtaking — and perhaps kiss-inciting — 200-foot ascent into the skyline, and those seeking yet more adventure can join a Valentine's dinner cruise offered by City Cruises Chicago for a view of the fireworks from Lake Michigan.
A myriad of activities is set to unfold throughout the day as part of the Valentine's festivities. According to an NBC Chicago report, events will include art workshops, romantic dining options, theatrical performances at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater, and the "Tunnel of Love," which provides a twinkling-lit setting for the perfect photo opp. The "Tunnel of Love" will be available to starry-eyed visitors through February 17.
Connoisseurs of the culinary arts might take interest in Chef Art Smith’s Reunion, where the chef, who has a particular fondness for Valentine's Day, has devised a special prix fixe menu priced at $55 per couple. This, and the other planned attractions, are designed to accommodate not just couples, but friends and solo attendees seeking to bask in the essence of the holiday as well.
