Pioneer Court is the most dynamic open space in Chicago, playing host to a variety of brand activations, art installations, events, film projects, and festivals that showcase the best of what Chicago has to offer. The plaza attracts over 30,000 pedestrians daily, including office workers, residents, and tourists.
Chicago's Premier Outdoor Plaza
Pioneer Court is the largest privately owned plaza in Chicago. This prominent plaza offers over 46,000 SF of outdoor event space and attracts over 30,000 pedestrians daily. Pioneer Court hosts over 30 events a year, making it the most active outdoor venue in downtown Chicago.
Upcoming Events
Interested in everything happening on Pioneer Court? Check out the list of upcoming events!
Past Events
Pioneer Court has hosted many notable brand activations, public art, filming, festivals, and other events. Experience why Pioneer Court is the most active outdoor venue in Chicago!
Rental Information
Looking for a location to host your next event or activation? Pioneer Court is available to rent for public, private, large, small, single, or multi-day events!
Location
Pioneer Court is located at the northeast corner of the Chicago River and North Michigan Avenue, along The Magnificent Mile™. Pioneer Court is surrounded by iconic Chicago architecture including The Wrigley Building, Tribune Tower Residences, and the first of its kind Apple Global Flagship Store.
FAQS
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💡Vendor Spotlight: Kilik Artisanal Shop🧺Stop by the booth during Market Days on📍Pioneer Court Wednesdays now through October between ⏰10AM–2PM to shop unique, handmade goods from artisans across Latin America! 🌎
Inspired by 2 years of traveling through 37 countries, @kilikshop works with artisans across Latin America, including Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, Guatemala, and Chile, to bring their handmade pieces and stories to Chicago. From pottery and textiles to home décor, handbags, accessories, and jewelry, every piece has a unique story behind it, with new finds arriving all the time!
With fair trade at the heart of the business, Kilik is all about sharing the work and stories of the artisans behind each piece. ✨
✨Featured Favorites✨
* 🏺 Handmade Pottery
* 💍 Jewelry
* 🧶 Textiles & Home Décor
* 👜 Handbags & Accessories
#pioneercourt #themagmile #MarketDays #smallbusiness #fairtrade
💡Vendor Spotlight: La Boulangerie🇫🇷🥐
Stop by the booth during Market Days on 📍Pioneer Court every Wednesday now through October between ⏰10AM-2PM to enjoy freshly baked breads, pastries, and more French delicacies!
🇫🇷@laboulangeriechicago started with a food truck serving crêpes and has since grown into a bakery known for its wide variety of freshly baked goods. Everything is baked fresh each morning, using flour imported from France.
Favorites to Try:
🥐 Cookie Dough Croissant – Best seller
🥖 Baguettes
🍞 Fresh Breads & Rolls
🥐 Croissants & Pastries
#pioneercourt #magmile #croissants #MarketDays #chicago
It’s a boat! 🛥️ It’s a plane! ✈️ It’s Flyby Market! 🧺
Join the Chicago French Market for a special Air & Water Show edition of Market Days.
☀️ Sunday, August 16 from 10AM - 5PM
🛍️ Come out and shop local!
#flybymarket #chicagofrenchmarket #airandwatershow #pioneercourt #themagmile
🐥What a successful Chicago Ducky Derby with @specialolympicsillinois on Pioneer Court!✨
Thank you to everyone who came out to adopt a duck, enjoy the festival, and cheer on the race in support of such an incredible cause.💙
We’re always honored to host the Chicago Ducky Derby festival and bring the community together in support of Special Olympics Illinois athletes. It was a great day on Pioneer Court!
#pioneercourt #themagmile #chicago #specialolympicsillinois #duckyderby
💡Vendor Spotlight: Sololá✨
Stop by Sololá during Market Days on📍Pioneer Court most Wednesdays now through October from ⏰10 AM–2 PM to find unique clothing, jewelry, and accessories.
💎For more than 30 years, Sololá has been bringing handpicked clothing, jewelry, accessories, and textiles from across Asia to customers. The owner personally visits India, Bali, Thailand, and other parts of Asia to source every item directly from small manufacturers, creating a collection full of one-of-a-kind pieces.
✨ Featured Favorites
* 💍 Handpicked Rings – Best Seller
* 🧣 Imported Ponchos – Best Seller
* 👖 Unique Pants
* 🧵 Jewelry & Textiles
Facebook: @SololaChicago
#pioneercourt #themagmile #marketdays #chicago #smallbusiness
🧠✨It’s a no brainer to check out the @getnavan giant purple brain on Pioneer Court before it’s gone!
🟪Grab some free cold brew coffee or matcha today while supplies last and take a brain break with a view you’ve never seen before.
🧠 Navan pop-up: August 3-5
#pioneercourt #magmile #navan #bigbrain #chicago
Vita Coco is bringing the hydration this Sunday! 🌴🥥
If you’re heading to Lollapalooza or spending the day downtown, stop by Vita Coco’s hydration station to cool off with a giant misting installation and grab free goodies while supplies last.
✨ Free Vita Coco coconut water
✨ Full-size deodorant giveaways
✨ A refreshing way to beat the summer heat
🗓️ Sunday, Aug. 2
⏰ 11 AM – 6 PM
#chicago #thingstodochicago #chicagoevents #lollapalooza2026 #chicagosummer @pioneercourt @401nmichigan @themagmile @vitacoco
Yesterday with @jergensus Joy Club at Pioneer Court 🩷 Who stopped by?
#jergensjoyclub #jergens #pioneercourt #themagmile #lollapalooza
