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This exceptional example of a pure custom creation is the first Feadship to be fully compliant with the new Passenger Yacht Code regulations, allowing more than the usual twelve passengers. In 2015 it was the first Feadship to cross the 100-metre mark. Her vast size has been used to great effect across six decks of sumptuous facilities and technical excellence, including a fully operational helicopter pad.

The sun deck is home to an observation lounge, bar and Jacuzzi, while the bridge deck includes a large terrace with outdoor cinema. A vast owner’s deck includes a beautiful full-beam stateroom with double bathrooms, dressing rooms and a sauna, a forward terrace with Jacuzzi, a private office and a study, a lounge and a spacious aft deck area for lounging with a dining table for twenty.

Among the many fine features found on the main deck is a 6-metre contraflow swimming pool complete with its own waterfall.

The lower deck is home to an ultra-high definition cinema, a lounge area below the glass-bottom swimming pool, a beach club and a wellness centre. The yacht has been designed as the ideal place for its sixteen guests to enjoy themselves and entertain.

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Symphony is the first Feadship to pass the 100 metre mark. Working with acclaimed designer Tim Heywood and in-house De Voogt Naval Architects, Feadship launched Symphony into both the water, and the Top 100, in 2015.

This superyacht provides more space for guests on board due to its compliance with a new level of Passenger Yacht Code regulations. Where 12 guests would be the maximum, Symphony welcomes 16 underway and a crew of 28 with ample space due to a beam of 14.10m (46’3”).

Her six decks offer up an incredible amount of space for exciting design and technical elements, such as a fully operational helipad for one. From the top, her sun deck features an observation lounge, bar and Jacuzzi, while the bridge deck offers a large terrace with outdoor cinema. Her dedicated owner’s deck is equipped with double bathrooms, dressing rooms and a sauna, a forward terrace with Jacuzzi, a private office and a study, a lounge and a spacious aft deck area for lounging with a dining table for twenty.

The features continue throughout with a 6 metre contraflow swimming pool complete with waterfall. Moving toward the lower deck, an ultra-high definition cinema, lounge and glass-bottomed swimming pool.

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SYMPHONY Yacht – Luxuriant $150 Million Superyacht

SYMPHONY yacht is a 101-metre (333 ft) luxury yacht built by the Dutch shipyard Feadship and delivered to the owner in 2015.

She is currently the largest yacht ever built by Feadship and ranks in 51st place on the list of biggest yachts in the world.

SYMPHONY yacht interior

The interior of SYMPHONY was developed by Zuretti Interior Design , a French studio specializing in luxury superyachts.

She can accommodate twenty guests in eight cabins as well as a crew of 38 in below-deck cabins.

The large owner’s suite has a private deck with exceptional sea views and even a separate sauna.

The interior of SYMPHONY is somewhat unusual and unlike other luxury yachts. Most of the floors and ceilings are encased in light wood paneling complemented by wooden furniture and elements of gold as well as natural tones.

The yacht has a grand piano, a swimming pool with a waterfall and jets that simulate currents, a cinema, a gym, and a wellness center. There is an onboard steam room and several saunas.

SYMPHONY has two elevators, one of which features a 15-meter interactive video screen that can play video footage at the request of the guests. 

Specifications

The SYMPHONY yacht has a volume of 3,463 tons and a total length of 101 meters (333 ft). Her beam measures 14.1 meters (46.3 ft) and her draft 4.1 meters (13.5 ft).

She has a steel hull and a large aluminum superstructure.

SYMPHONY yacht is powered by four MTU engines, however, she uses 30% less energy than traditional vessels her size.

Due to advanced hybrid propulsion technology, she is able to store energy in a battery bank that works together with her diesel engines.

The yacht reaches maximum speeds of 21 knots and cruises comfortably at 10 knots.

The exterior of SYMPHONY was designed by Tim Heywood , a well-respected name in the industry.

SYMPHONY is a white yacht with dark blue elements close to the waterline, lending her a streamlined appearance.

She is known for carrying a wide variety of water toys, including inflatables, a slide, jet skis, and sea bobs.

Her aft deck includes a pool, and her bow has a large helipad perfect for allowing her owner to arrive and depart comfortably.

SYMPHONY was acquired by Arnault in 2015 for a price of US$150 million. She has annual running costs of US$10 to 15 million and is not currently available for charter.

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Dream Symphony: Inside the 10-year build of the world's biggest sailing yacht

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Announced in 2010, the 141 metre sailing superyacht Dream Symphony was revealed with a number of groundbreaking promises. The four-masted schooner-rigged sailing yacht, currently in build at Dream Ship Victory’s yard in Bozburun, Turkey, would become the largest sailing yacht in the world when launched. 

Constructed entirely from wood, epoxy laminated iroko to be precise, it would also break numerous engineering feats. RINA was approached to certify construction, but there was a problem - it had never certified any wooden structure measuring over 30m in length. 

This resulted in a scientific research project spearheaded by designer Dykstra Naval Architects , which involved composite experts and extensive tests undertaken by Italian universities and Dutch laboratories. By the end of the process, RINA was satisfied and construction on the truly unique project began, with the keel laid in 2011.

Since then, progress on the project has stalled and now Burgess is seeking a new owner to bring the yacht to completion. Luckily, the project isn’t shy of unique selling points. For starters, it's designed by Dykstra and Ken Freivokh – who also worked on the 106m Black Pearl and 88m Maltese Falcon But unlike Black Pearl and Maltese Falcon , both of which are constructed from steel and aluminium, Dream Symphony features a unique all-wood construction providing a "warmer environment”, as well as being renewable and recyclable, according to Burgess.

While the original concept, according to Freivokh, called for “a very traditional schooner in terms of the rig”, the layout of the interior was less conventional. In fact the interior concept was almost completely created around a “very private owner’s quarters”.

Split across two levels with an atrium and spiral staircase, this dedicated apartment includes a bedroom, bathroom, and private lounge on the lower deck while an adjoining saloon and office sit on the main deck above. “The owner almost has the whole rear section to themselves”, Freivokh says. The rest of the accommodation sits on the lower deck and sleeps 16 guests in eight cabins, including two VIPs, three doubles, one twin and two convertible rooms.

Elsewhere, the yacht features a convertible conservatory located between the owner’s living quarters and the main lobby, which can be closed at the “touch of a button”, according to Freivokh. Areas like this were key to the owner’s brief of having “the feeling of being outside while being inside”. Elsewhere, the yacht features a double-height swimming pool on the aft deck, complete with a rising bottom that transforms into a dancefloor or helipad.

The extensive list of amenities also includes meeting rooms and a large spa, with hair and nail salons, a massage room and a gym. Burgess sums it up neatly. “The sheer scale of Project Dream Symphony is jaw-dropping.”

While construction has been stalled for some time, Freivokh reports that the hull is now “pretty much complete”. It hasn’t been completely mothballed either, with the yard using a “skeleton crew” to keep work ticking over. “They are keeping it in very good condition”, he adds. For now though, the search for a new owner to finally complete this record-breaking project continues. “When she does launch,” Burgess adds, “she will redefine superyacht sailing for the modern age in a way that honours the past and acknowledges the future.”

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Zac Efron was spotted partying with several women in St. Tropez this week – while ex-girlfriend Vanessa Hudgens welcomed her first child with husband Cole Tucker.

The “High School Musical” actor was photographed walking along a grassy path with two male friends and four women as they made their way onto a yacht on Wednesday.

It’s unclear who the women were, but they all looked chic in sundresses, matching sets, sunglasses and kitten heels.

Efron, 36, showed off his bulging biceps in a tight black short-sleeve T-shirt, denim jeans rolled up to his ankles and white slip-on sneakers.

The “17 Again” star accessorized his boat day look with a black belt, sunglasses and baseball cap.

After the group set sail, they dined at Loulou, an elegant restaurant on the Pampelonne beach.

Efron was photographed enjoying the yacht outing on the same day that Hudgens, 35, was spotted leaving the hospital with her newborn cradled in her arms.

In the photos obtained by Page Six, the “Spring Breakers” actress sat in a wheelchair while holding the little one –– whose date of birth, name and sex has yet to be revealed.

Tucker, 28, walked behind his wife and pushed along a crate that held their bags and a few other hospital items.

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Neither Hudgens nor Tucker have officially announced their first child’s birth or shared any pictures.

The former Disney star initially kept her pregnancy quiet before debuting her baby bump in a major way at the Oscars red carpet in March.

Hudgens and Tucker began dating in 2020 before the baseball player popped the question three years later . The two tied the knot in front of close friends and family during a Tulum ceremony in December 2023.

Prior to Tucker, Hudgens was in an eight-year relationship with Austin Butler following her romance with her co-star-turned-boyfriend, Efron .

Hudgens and Efron famously starred opposite each other in the “High School Musical” franchise and dated from 2005 to 2010.

“We created a bond right from the start. We were like, ‘We’re doing this. It’s us or nothing,’” she said on the “Awards Chatter” podcast in 2019.

They ultimately called it quits in 2010 after having trouble managing a long-distance relationship with their blooming careers.

Despite the split, the two have proved they have nothing but love for each other over the years. Efron recently gushed about how his ex will be as a mom in an interview with Access Hollywood last month.

“They’re going to be the best moms ever,” he said, when asked about Hudgens and co-star Ashley Tisdale’s respective pregnancies. “Those girls, are you kidding me? Oh my gosh. Yeah we’re going to have some fun family reunions coming up.”

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The Unique Burial of a Child of Early Scythian Time at the Cemetery of Saryg-Bulun (Tuva)

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In 1988, the Tuvan Archaeological Expedition (led by M. E. Kilunovskaya and V. A. Semenov) discovered a unique burial of the early Iron Age at Saryg-Bulun in Central Tuva. There are two burial mounds of the Aldy-Bel culture dated by 7th century BC. Within the barrows, which adjoined one another, forming a figure-of-eight, there were discovered 7 burials, from which a representative collection of artifacts was recovered. Burial 5 was the most unique, it was found in a coffin made of a larch trunk, with a tightly closed lid. Due to the preservative properties of larch and lack of air access, the coffin contained a well-preserved mummy of a child with an accompanying set of grave goods. The interred individual retained the skin on his face and had a leather headdress painted with red pigment and a coat, sewn from jerboa fur. The coat was belted with a leather belt with bronze ornaments and buckles. Besides that, a leather quiver with arrows with the shafts decorated with painted ornaments, fully preserved battle pick and a bow were buried in the coffin. Unexpectedly, the full-genomic analysis, showed that the individual was female. This fact opens a new aspect in the study of the social history of the Scythian society and perhaps brings us back to the myth of the Amazons, discussed by Herodotus. Of course, this discovery is unique in its preservation for the Scythian culture of Tuva and requires careful study and conservation.

Keywords: Tuva, Early Iron Age, early Scythian period, Aldy-Bel culture, barrow, burial in the coffin, mummy, full genome sequencing, aDNA

Information about authors: Marina Kilunovskaya (Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation). Candidate of Historical Sciences. Institute for the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences. Dvortsovaya Emb., 18, Saint Petersburg, 191186, Russian Federation E-mail: [email protected] Vladimir Semenov (Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation). Candidate of Historical Sciences. Institute for the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences. Dvortsovaya Emb., 18, Saint Petersburg, 191186, Russian Federation E-mail: [email protected] Varvara Busova  (Moscow, Russian Federation).  (Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation). Institute for the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences.  Dvortsovaya Emb., 18, Saint Petersburg, 191186, Russian Federation E-mail:  [email protected] Kharis Mustafin  (Moscow, Russian Federation). Candidate of Technical Sciences. Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology.  Institutsky Lane, 9, Dolgoprudny, 141701, Moscow Oblast, Russian Federation E-mail:  [email protected] Irina Alborova  (Moscow, Russian Federation). Candidate of Biological Sciences. Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology.  Institutsky Lane, 9, Dolgoprudny, 141701, Moscow Oblast, Russian Federation E-mail:  [email protected] Alina Matzvai  (Moscow, Russian Federation). Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology.  Institutsky Lane, 9, Dolgoprudny, 141701, Moscow Oblast, Russian Federation E-mail:  [email protected]

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Where to watch fireworks in the Bay Area this Fourth of July

I n addition to gearing up for the  heat wave hitting the Bay Area this week, it’s time to plan where you’re going to watch Fourth of July fireworks this year. Whether you like baseball, yacht rock or the sounds of a live symphony, there’s something for everyone — even if you prefer a less noisy experience (see: Sunnyvale).

Foster City

Start your Fourth of July with a pancake breakfast before hanging around the amphitheater and Leo Ryan Park to enjoy live music, family games and a dog parade during  Foster City’s celebrations. The day is slated to end with the national anthem and fireworks.

Fireworks at 9:30 p.m., July 4, over the lagoon at Leo Ryan Park, Foster City

Mountain View

Join the San Francisco Symphony at Shoreline Amphitheater’s fireworks show in  Mountain View , featuring songs from “Wicked” and David Bowie. While free Mountain View resident tickets are no longer available, residents can still get a discount.

Entertainment at 7 p.m., July 4, Shoreline Amphitheater, Mountain View

Are you an A’s fan who wants to start your Fourth of July celebration early? Join the  Oakland A’s on the field at the patriotic fireworks show on July 3 after they play the Los Angeles Angels.

Fireworks after the game, July 3, Oakland Coliseum, Oakland

Redwood City

Get your day started bright and early with the  Redwood City Fire Department pancake breakfast at 8 a.m. before joining the “largest Independence Day parade in Northern California,” according to the Peninsula Celebration Association . Then support local organizations and artists at the festival before watching the fireworks over the peninsula.

Fireworks at 9:30 p.m., July 4, Port of Redwood City, Redwood City

San Francisco

Looking to cool down from the heat wave? Look no further! The fireworks show in San Francisco is held at Fisherman’s Wharf and can be seen from Aquatic Park, Pier 39 and the Pier 43 walkway. Be sure to bring layers, as it can get chilly near the water.

Fireworks at 9:30 p.m., July 4, Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco

The San Jose Fourth of July Fireworks Festival is set to begin at 3 p.m., complete with live music, food trucks, a fun zone and a half-time show featuring “awards for the most patriotic costume,” according to the Marin Independent Journal .

Fireworks at 9:15 p.m., July 5, Almaden Lake Regional Park, San Jose

Santa Clara

Celebrate your Fourth of July with ’70s and ’80s yacht rock, a flag ceremony and a dance show at  Santa Clara’s celebration, which is scheduled to start at 4 p.m.

Fireworks at 9:40 p.m., July 4, Mission College, 3000 Mission College Blvd., Santa Clara

A whole day of Fourth of July celebrations is planned in Sausalito , starting with a parade at 10 a.m., a picnic in the afternoon, a party in the evening featuring Elena Keating and The R&B Allstars, and, finally, fireworks.

Fireworks at 9:15 p.m., July 4, Gabrielson Park, Sausalito

The theme of this year’s Fourth of July celebration in  Sonoma is “Celebrating Sonoma’s Past, Present, & Future.” Festivities are slated to kick off at 10 a.m. with the parade in the town plaza, followed by food and games sponsored by nonprofit groups in Sonoma. The schedule concludes with the 45-minute fireworks show at dusk.

Fireworks at dusk., July 4, #1 The Plaza, Sonoma

Don’t want to bear the level of noise that fireworks bring? Witness  Sunnyvale’s drone light show after a live DJ performance in Baylands Park.

Drone light show at 9:15 p.m., July 4, Great Meadow at Baylands Park, Sunnyvale

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Where to Watch the Chicago Fourth of July Fireworks 2024

Chicago's 4th of July fireworks 2024 promise to be one of the best ways to experience the Windy City's summertime magic. As always, Navy Pier spotlights the season, hosting dazzling fireworks displays every Wednesday and Saturday—including Wednesday, July 3 and Saturday, July 6. Arrive to the shoreline early for a spot, or explore a number of other vantage points across the city. Below, see the best places to watch the 4th of July fireworks in Chicago this year—from skyscrapers to river cruises (and plenty in between).

Navy Pier's fireworks are a can't-miss summer tradition.

You can enjoy fireworks at Navy Pier every Wednesday at 9 p.m. and Saturday at 10 p.m. throughout the summer. Note that their special Independence Day display, presented by Choose Chicago and NASCAR, will be on July 3.

The pier juts into Lake Michigan for the length of six city blocks and it offers amazing views over the water, but the nearby lakeshore is also a perfect place to catch the action. Arrive early for free musical performances at the Navy Pier Beer Garden on Wednesday, July 3: Brandon Goode (country) plays at 1 p.m.; Toronzo Cannon (blues) at 3 p.m.; and Stache (variety cover band) at 6:30 p.m. On Saturday, July 6, Fernando Jones (blues) plays at 2 p.m.; Joanna Connor (blues) comes on at 5:30 p.m.; and The Rumble featuring Chief Joseph Boudreaux Jr. (funk/dance) performs at 9 p.m.—plus free DJ sets on the Wave Wall Stage.

On July 3, catch the NASCAR Chicago Family Fest (2 p.m. to 9 p.m.), where families can enjoy free, Pier-wide activities, such as NASCAR show cars photo opps, an iRacing pros live competition, a new Kids Gaming Garage, and remote-control car racing (on a scaled replica of the NASCAR Chicago Street Course). For the ultimate summer night, stick around the Pier and try to time a ride on the 200-foot Centennial Ferris Wheel to the start of the fireworks show.

For dinner with your show, head to nearby Reunion , where chef Art Smith serves some of his signature Southern-inspired plates. Settle in at the 200-seat patio for orders of shrimp and grits and jambalaya, and save room for dessert—on Wednesdays, their Sip and Slice promo ($17) features a glass of Champagne or Aperol Spritz with a slice of Smith’s famous Hummingbird Cake. Enjoy it all alongside live music multiple times a week, including on fireworks days (Wednesdays from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturdays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.).

Miru at The St. Regis Chicago

The St. Regis Chicago opened its doors last year, bringing with it sweeping views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago River. Stay overnight to turn it into a holiday weekend, or book in at its rooftop restaurant Miru , where chef Hisanobu Osaka (Morimoto, Daniel) serves a pristine array of nigiri and signature maki. Do explore the rest of the menu’s punchy, refined options—right down to vegetable courses like grilled avocado or Japanese cucumber (even edamame shines, served charred with Japanese seven spice). Desserts from pastry chef Juan Gutierrez (winner of Netflix's School of Chocolate )—coconut-mango cake; black sesame mochi with charcoal-vanilla ice cream—are equal parts focused and whimsical. Ask for a table outside for the best fireworks views, or just meander out there for the show—here, it’s a biweekly celebration.

River cruises

A summertime cruise on the Chicago River or Lake Michigan is always a good idea, but particularly so beneath a dazzling lights display. Don't have a friend with a boat? City Cruises has you covered, with hour-long excursions aboard their Seadog Lakefront Fireworks Speedboat Cruise every Wednesday and Saturday during summer months. Those looking to slow things down a bit can book one of their dinner cruises, be it their signature Lake Michigan outing (with a dinner buffet and live DJ) or their premier dinner cruise (featuring a plated dinner).

You’ll feel extra patriotic when booking with Chicago Fireboat Tours , a veteran-owned and -operated business featuring cruises on the Fred A. Busse, a retired fireboat that served the Chicago Fire Department for more than 40 years. They offer a fireworks cruise every Wednesday and Saturday in the summer, including on July 3 at 8:30 p.m. (ensuring ample time before the 9 p.m. show). There's also a fireworks cruise on July 6 at 9:30 p.m. (with the fireworks show at 10 p.m.).

Chicago Electric Boat Company has self-guided Duffy, retro, donut, and pontoon boats for rent, with the option to hire a captain or tour guide. Reserve one of their party barges, cycleboats, or yachts—they come with a professional captain and deck hand—both by-the-seat and for private groups if you’re looking to kick back (and look up). Gather a group and reserve the Lady Sally, an 8-passenger Duffy boat departing out of Marina City. For the best fireworks views, dock at their new lakefront location in Monroe Harbor.

For a memorable stay, book a weekend at the Four Seasons and some time aboard their 55-foot yacht, where you can enjoy a curated fireworks experience, including a bespoke menu from chef Richie Farina featuring a medley of elevated bites. For a real splurge, spring for the Dom Perignon Epicurean Package, featuring a Champagne and raw bar set-up.

NASCAR Chicago Street Race

The NASCAR Chicago Street Race is back on July 6 and 7, gathering fans for its 12-turn, 2.2-mile course that will take drivers by some of the city’s most iconic sites and landmarks. Stick around post-race on July 6, when The Black Keys will perform at Grant Park, followed by The Chainsmokers—natural accompaniments to that night’s fireworks, accessible exclusively through NASCAR Chicago Experiences by QuintEvents (packages ranging to include prime seating and hotel stays).

The Up Room has sweeping views of the city skyline—and any 4th of July fireworks Chicago has to offer.

If you don’t do crowds and are content with neighborhood fireworks, opt for The Robey hotel in Wicker Park. You’ll be far from the lake, but you’ll be able to spot fireworks in every direction, especially from the hotel’s 13th-floor lounge, The Up Room . Afterwards, head to the 6th-floor Cabana Club , where you can dip your toes in the outdoor pool and order ice-cold drinks and Mediterranean bites by chef Michael Elliott. Try one of their frozen treats (Aperol pops or the piña colada, available with or without alcohol), and raise a glass as the sun sets and the light show kicks off.

Museum Campus

Promontory Point offers all-encompassing views over the distant, illuminated skyline—but for slightly closer views, settle in somewhere on Museum Campus (namely, the coveted stretch between the Adler Planetarium and the Shedd Aquarium ). Keep the celebrations going on July 3, when the Shedd Aquarium hosts “ Jazzin’ at the Shedd ,” a weekly chance to enjoy drinks and music from one of Chicago’s top jazz ensembles, plus excellent lakefront and skyline views. Navy Pier’s regularly programmed Wednesday fireworks kick off at 9 p.m., ensuring a special way to wind down the evening.

Cindy’s at the Chicago Athletic Association

For an exciting viewing experience, gather with friends at any number of hotels with balconies, rooftops, or lake views—and if you’re near Millennium Park, make it the Chicago Athletic Association and its rooftop restaurant Cindy’s , where guests can enjoy bites by chef Kaleena Bliss while taking in exceptional city views. While there, try the Tierra Roja, a crowd favorite cocktail featuring mezcal, passionfruit, and green tea-infused rum.

360 CHICAGO

For some of the best vantage points of the Chicago 4th of July fireworks 2024, get advance tickets to the 360 CHICAGO observation deck at 875 N. Michigan Ave. (formerly the John Hancock Center). All admission passes include access from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m., and you can spring for an all-access ticket to experience TILT, a thrilling ride that leans you forward for a staggering 1000-foot-high view of the Mag Mile.

Afterwards, check out the recently opened CloudBar, a cocktail space featuring local breweries, Chicago-inspired cocktails, and stunning views for the fireworks.

Most anything hugging the lakeshore to the north and south of Navy Pier will afford prime fireworks views—and fewer crowds. For a lively option, try Shore Club , a summertime-only hotspot at North Avenue Beach , where the Margarita “Tree” (a cascading selection of mini Patron margs) is just one colorful way to ring in the long weekend—as is their brunch, offered Thursday through Sunday. Visit on July 3 for live music by Mark Konzen, plus Wine Wednesday perks (half off house bottles of wine and rosé).

Grant Park Music Festival

The Grant Park Music Festival features classical performances all summer long from the Grant Park Symphony Orchestra and Grant Park Chorus. Purchase Jay Pritzker Pavilion seating, or pack a picnic and blanket to enjoy the free (and abundant) lawn area. If you opt for the latter, arrive early to find your spot and take in the park’s charms and mesmerizing city vistas before music begins. For the show on July 3 (6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.), violinist Anne Akiko Meyers joins the Orchestra for Mexican composer Arturo Márquez’s Fandango , guest conductor Ludovic Morlot presents Color Shape Transmission by Puerto Rican composer Angélica Negrón, and the show concludes with Tchaikovsky's beloved Symphony No. 6. It’s all an exciting prelude to Navy Pier’s 9 p.m. fireworks that evening, taking place shortly after curtain.

Robert’s Pizza and Dough Company

Situated right on the Ogden Slip canal, this pizzeria’s patio has excellent views of the Navy Pier fireworks. Round up some friends, and ensure your spot by calling or visiting the website in advance to book a table outdoors. Once onsite, kick things off with some starters (mushroom risotto arancini, burrata and crostini) before exploring the pies, which range from the traditional to the adventurous. Don’t miss the Cali Italia (with asiago, mozzarella, gorgonzola, fig jam, and prosciutto) or the Roasted Vegetable (with roasted cherry tomatoes, wild mushrooms, and caramelized onions)—and if you need gluten-free options, they’ve got you covered.

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