🏖️ The Chicago Summer Experience

Chicago summers are absolutely magical! 🌞 We found the perfect lakeside picnic spot—laying on our blanket, snacking, and watching the sky shift from blue to pink to golden as the sunset painted the entire city. 🌇 And when night fell... fireworks lit up the sky! 🎆 Pure perfection. Right next to us, the beach was buzzing with volleyball games, sunbathers, and splashing swimmers—the vibes were immaculate! 🔥 From our spot, we could even see the Navy Pier Ferris wheel in the distance, plus the free fireworks show at night. Chicago Navy Pier Summer Fireworks Schedule: Every Wednesday at 9PM Every Saturday at 10PM Special extended "Independence Day Celebration" fireworks tonight at 10PM! 🎆 Why this spot rules: ✔️ Open, unobstructed views ✔️ Perfect for picnics + skyline gazing ✔️ Close to Navy Pier for fireworks ✔️ Nearby beach volleyball courts—lively and safe! 🎒 We brought a wagon, picnic chairs, fresh flowers, and snacks... and turned the whole afternoon into a summer aesthetic photoshoot! 📷 💡 Pro tip: Arrive early to claim your grassy spot + dress cute—it’s so easy to snap dreamy, golden-hour shots here! 📍 North Avenue Beach ⚠️ Parking note: Nearby parking is pricey ($27+ flat rate), but worth it if you're staying all day! #northamericanlife #chicagoliving #summervibes #chicagogram #chicagotravel #summeraesthetic #chicagobeaches #michiganlakeviews #chicagofireworks