Navy Pier Auditorium, Entertainment venue at Navy Pier, Chicago, United States.
The Navy Pier Auditorium contains two major venues: Festival Hall with 170,000 square feet and the Aon Grand Ballroom with an 80-foot dome.
The Navy Pier Auditorium, designed by Charles Sumner Frost, opened in 1916 as part of Chicago's maritime infrastructure and underwent a $150 million renovation in 1992.
Musicians including James Brown, Frank Sinatra, and Buddy Guy have performed in this venue, contributing to Chicago's musical legacy throughout the decades.
Festival Hall divides into two sections, with Hall A offering 113,000 square feet and Hall B providing 57,000 square feet for various events and exhibitions.
The Aon Grand Ballroom accommodates 1,400 guests beneath its soaring dome, featuring an elevated stage and 18,000 square feet of event space.
GPS coordinates: 41.89184,-87.59943
Latest update: March 6, 2025 21:05
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