An epic lobster festival is coming back this weekend. On September 2-4th, the Great American Lobster Fest makes a triumphant return to the Windy City. The 7th annual seafood event is taking place at the iconic Navy Pier and is known as the midwest’s largest lobster and seafood festival.
With fresh live lobster flown in from the East Coast, The Great American Lobster Fest also delivers on all forms of entertainment with live music, special performances, family-friendly activities, and unique arts and crafts vendors. There will also be a bevy of additional food options and beverages to choose from.
Starting at 12 PM and going until 10 PM, the three-day festival offers various ticket tiers for each day.
- General Admission (free!) includes entrance to the festival grounds. Open to the general public, enjoy live music and food vendors.
- The Lobster Meal Experience ($69) includes a choice of one Full Lobster or Lobster Roll, served with corn on the cob, potatoes, a dinner roll, fresh cut lemons and melted butter, and one Drink Ticket.
- Then, the VIP Meal Experience ($129_ includes a choice of one Full Lobster or Lobster Roll, served with corn on the cob, potatoes, a dinner roll, fresh cut lemons, and melted butter, four Drink Vouchers, plus access to the VIP Lounge. There’s also a special sampling experience from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM!
Grab your tickets here.
Address: Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave. Chicago, IL 60611