Navy Pier Celebrates 10 Years of the Centennial Wheel With $10 Rides and Special Deals Across Chicago

CHICAGO, IL — One of Chicago’s most recognizable attractions is celebrating a major milestone this week, and visitors can take advantage of discounted rides, food specials, and limited-time offers throughout one of the city’s most popular destinations.

The iconic Centennial Wheel is officially turning 10 years old, and to mark the occasion, Navy Pier is hosting a full-day anniversary celebration featuring $10 wheel rides, discounted parking, and themed promotions throughout the Pier.

The celebration takes place on Wednesday, May 27, giving both Chicago residents and visitors another reason to head toward the lakefront as summer activity begins ramping up across the city.

Navy Pier Celebrates a Decade of the Centennial Wheel

Since opening in 2016 during Navy Pier's centennial celebration, the Centennial Wheel has become one of the most recognizable features of Chicago’s skyline and waterfront experience.

Standing nearly 200 feet above Navy Pier, the attraction provides panoramic views of Downtown Chicago and Lake Michigan, becoming a favorite destination for tourists, families and locals alike.

Now, ten years later, Navy Pier is celebrating the attraction with anniversary promotions built around the number 10.

What Visitors Can Expect During the Anniversary Celebration

The biggest promotion of the day will be $10 Centennial Wheel rides available all day long, giving guests an affordable opportunity to experience one of Chicago’s most iconic attractions.

Visitors arriving early can also receive $10 parking for the first 110 vehicles in the West Garage.

Additional businesses and attractions throughout Navy Pier are participating in the celebration with themed offers including:

What Visitors Can Expect During the Anniversary Celebration infographic

A Chicago Landmark Continues Drawing Visitors

The Centennial Wheel has remained one of the most photographed attractions along Chicago’s waterfront since replacing the original Ferris wheel nearly a decade ago.

As summer activity increases across the city, celebrations like this continue giving residents and visitors new reasons to explore destinations that have become part of Chicago’s identity.

With discounted rides, limited parking promotions, and exclusive anniversary offers available throughout the day, crowds are expected to be strong.

Visitors can view the complete anniversary schedule and additional promotions through Navy Pier’s official event page.

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