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
Have a question about renting Pioneer Court? View our frequently asked questions for a quick answer!
It’s been a jam-packed month at Pioneer Court! 🎬
🚗 Old Navy & Disney’s road trip magic
🍦I Know What You Did Last Summer’s ice cream truck
👜 DoorDash’s tote bag giveaway
🥐 Return of Market Days
🌀 Universal’s Epic Universe Portal
Can’t wait to do it all again this month! 🎉
#junerecap #chicago #pioneercourt #401nmichigan #magmile #marketdayschicago #summer #epicuniverse #iknowwhatyoudidlastsummer #oldnavy #disney #doordash
🌟Everybody is a Star on the Mag Mile! 🌟
Come snap a pic with Pioneer Court’s very own Rising Star sculpture — part of a joyful citywide celebration of YOU, the people who make Chicago shine.
Commissioned by @themagmile and brought to life by @englewoodartscollective 🎨✨
#risingstar #magmile #englewoodartscollective #pioneercourt #401nmichigan #chicagoart #everyoneisastar
Happy Pride Month from all of us at 401 North Michigan! 🌈✨
We’re proud to stand with the LGBTQ+ community today and every day.
#pride #loveislove #pioneercourt #401nmichigan #magmile #celebratewithpride #inclusionmatters #summer #june
📸: @barrybutler9
🚨FREE MERCH ALERT🚨
Dash over to Pioneer Court today from 11am-4pm for the DoorDash pop-up and snag your FREE tote bag while supplies last! 🏃🛍️
#doordash #paintthetownred #chicago #giveaway #401nmichigan #pioneercourt #magmile #dontmissit #totebag
I don’t know what you did last summer but this summer we’re getting free ice cream on Pioneer Court thanks to @ikwydlsmovie 🍦🍦🍦Today while supplies last!!!
#pioneercourt #freeicecream #ikwydlsmovie #themagmile
Summer 2025 kickoff with @oldnavy @disney Road Trip! 🚗 Today only on Pioneer Court!
#pioneercourt #oldnavy #disney #oldnavyroadtrip #themagmile
The Universal Epic Universe pop-up is lighting up Pioneer Court! Tomorrow, June 18th is the final day to experience the magic✨✨✨
💫 Step into an interactive preview of the all-new Epic Universe theme park!
📸 Snap pics, explore worlds, and feel the thrills
🎁 A chance to win a FREE trip to Universal!
#pioneercourt #chicago #universal #universalorlando #401nmichigan #magmile #summer #epicuniverse
Another successful day Market Days with @bensidounfrenchmarket on Pioneer Court! ✅🙌
📝 Please note that there will be no Market Days next Wednesday, June 18th.
See you all June 25th — you won’t want to miss out on delicious bites, authentic jewelry, and everything in between! 🍕🛍️☀️
#401nmichigan #pioneercourt #zeller #chicago #michiganave #summer #shopping #shoplocal #supportlocal #marketdayschicago
