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Great American Lobster Fest

August 30, 2019 - August 30, 2019 @ 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm

Location

Navy Pier

600 E. Grand Ave.

Chicago, IL 60611

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Description

Featuring seafood-festival elements, the event offers guests a three-day seafood spectacle. Complete with live lobster flown in fresh from the East Coast courtesy of Lobster Gram, the fest includes live music performances, family-friendly seating and activities, unique craft shopping, fireworks, and cold beverages.

Event Cost: Free, fees for food.

Event Times: Noon-10 p.m. Friday-Sunday.

Additional Information

Website: http://www.americanlobsterfest.com

Age recommendation: Teens, Tweens

Neighborhood: Chicago

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