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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We are kicking off the holiday season this week on Pioneer Court with our annual tree installation! 🎄
#holidayseason #christmastree #pioneercourt #themagmile
Step into the North Pole with Passport to Santa, an interactive holiday adventure where every child becomes a traveler on a festive quest. Along the way, they’ll toss snowballs with Frosty, train with Rudolph, decorate cookies in Mrs. Claus’ Kitchen, strike toy soldier poses in Nutcracker Kingdom, write wishes with the Christmas Angel, and build sweet creations in Gingerbread Grounds. Each completed activity earns a stamp in their passport, which can be redeemed at Santa’s Workshop for prizes and a personal visit with Santa himself 🎅
Show is running from November 29th - December 31st! ✨ Link in bio to purchase tickets ✨
#passporttosanta #pioneercourt #holidaysinchicago #themagmile
Medik8 is bringing age-defying skincare directly to you in Chicago! We invite you to experience Results Without Compromise. Stop by Pioneer Court this Saturday, November 8th from 10AM – 4PM to learn more! 🧴🖤
#medik8 #medik8trucktour #pioneercourt #themagmile
Get on Santa’s Naughty List - Slip through seven of Santa’s secret immersive holiday installations to find his hidden speakeasy—then toast the season with festive cocktails, delicious dining, Santa’s live band, and a jaw-dropping variety show including ballet, burlesque, aerial acts and more as Santa’s secrets are revealed...Shhh… don’t tell Mrs. Claus 🎅❤️⭐️🧑🎄🤫❗️
Tickets on sale now! Running November 28th - December 31st ✨ Link in bio! ✨
✨ Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival ✨ Saturday, November 22, 11AM – 7PM ✨
America’s Holiday Season Begins Here! From 11:00am to 4:00pm, families can enjoy a day full of festive fun at Lights Festival Lane in Pioneer Court. Highlights include free activities like Wintrust Photos with Santa, cheesecake decorating with Eli’s Cheesecake, live performances, and more!
The 2025 parade down the Magnificent Mile will feature Grand Marshals Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse of Walt Disney World® Resort, fabulous floats with beloved friends from Walt Disney World® Resort, marching bands from across the country, musical celebrities, Santa Claus, The Wintrust Fireworks Spectacular, and one million lights illuminating The Magnificent Mile’s 200+ trees.
#wintrustlightsfest #lightsfestival #themagmile #pioneercourt
@chicagovintagefestival today 12-6 on Pioneer Court! Don’t miss it ☀️👖🍄🌻✌️☮️🌟🌈
#chicagovintagemarket #chicagovintagefestival #pioneercourt #themagmile
Chicago Vintage Festival on Pioneer Court today and tomorrow 12-6 ✌️☮️👖🌼
#chicagovintagefest #chicagovintagefestival #pioneercourt #themagmile
October Recap on Pioneer Court 🍁🍂
🤎 Fall Festival @bensidounfrenchmarket
🤎 Pleasing @pleasing
🤎 Brooks Running @brooksrunning
🤎 Uber Eats x Aldi @ubereats @aldiusa
🤎 All Blacks @allblacks
🤎 Magnificent Market @bensidounfrenchmarket
#pioneercourt #chicago #themagmile
