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Chicago is slated to celebrate New Year’s 2010 in style, and while you’ll find plenty of bars and nightclubs hosting spectacular events to ring in the new year, there are also a number of family-friendly events taking place throughout the Windy City. From
the fireworks in Grant Park to the comedy showcase at ComedySportz, set your sights on any of these family-friendly New Year’s Eve 2010 parties in Chicago:

New Year’s Eve 2010 Events on Navy Pier
Head to the Navy Pier for fun activities and free entertainment all night long around the lake. The Navy Pier is home to several attractions that will be staying open extended hours on New Year’s Eve, and you can stick around until midnight to watch the world-famous fireworks display over the water. In previous years, the Navy Pier has hosted a lakefront carnival and themed activities for young kids. Navy Pier Fun packages and tickets to the major attractions can be purchased online. The Navy Pier is located at 600 East Grand Avenue in Chicago; call (312) 791-7000 for more information.

New Year’s Eve Party at the Arrowhead Restaurant and Bar
The Arrowhead Restaurant and bar hosts its annual family-friendly hoedown each year with a holiday-themed buffet spread, a country-western costume contest and other fun activities for kids and adults. The special event is followed by an adults-only event, and the fun starts at 6 p.m. Arrowhead Restaurant and Bar is located at 26W151 Butterfield Road in Wheaton, a short drive from downtown Chicago. Cal (630) 653-5800 for more information.

New Year’s Eve 2010 Party at Grant Park
As one of the biggest New Year’s celebrations in Chicago, Grant Park lights up for a grand fireworks spectacular at 11:40 p.m. and features live music and entertainment throughout the night. Make your way to the Buckingham Fountain with the family to enjoy the festivities, but be sure to get here early to secure the best spots. Grant Park is located at 541 North Fairbanks Court in Chicago.

Get on down to Grant Park this New Years Eve for one of the best displays in the USA.

Where to see the fireworks in Chicago?

The Navy Pier in Chicago is the best seat in the house on the 4th of July! Set by the beautiful Lake Michigan, the Navy Pier Fireworks Display is enjoyed by people on cruises and the shorebound alike.

Like all large public fireworks displays on Independence Day, you will have to get there early to get a good view.

A great family atmosphere and well manned facilities help this to be one of the best fireworks displays in America. A patriotic soundtrack will set the mood for this incredible sky filling extraveganza.

Be sure to bring plenty of water with you and pack a picnic. Also if you feel like waving an american flag I think you would fit right in. The fireworks start at 9pm sharp on Saturday night so be ready for some mighty impressive fireworks!

Located on 600E. Grand Ave. The pier will be easy to find, just follow your nose! There will be hotdog stands and fun galore!

Below is a map to help you find the fun, fireworks and more, at the Navy Pier, Chicago