As Chicago prepares for a large New Year’s Eve celebration and fireworks along the riverfront, police say they’re ready.
In a matter of hours, the main stage will be set up for Chicago’s last big party of 2025 – above the Chicago Riverwalk on Orleans Street near Franklin Street and Wacker Drive.
This year’s celebration has been described as “a large-scale event” featuring Chicago tastes and talent, including a performance by the city’s own Chance the Rapper, who is co-hosting with Ryan Seacrest.
City officials and law enforcement laid out their plans to ensure revelers’ safety on Monday afternoon.
“We are encouraging families to make a plan, we’re encouraging families to make a plan with their children and teens,” Mayor Brandon Johnson said. “Parents, talk to your children about their plans and help them identify a safe place where they can go if they get separated from the group, and a safe route home.”
Larry Snelling, the superintendent of the Chicago Police Department, said officers will “be highly visible throughout the city.”
A 10 p.m. curfew will be in place for young people 12 to 17 years old.
After that, anyone under 17 years old will need to be accompanied by an adult or could face a fine of up to $500.
Thousands from across the globe will take in the sights and sounds and, of course, fireworks along the Chicago River and at Navy Pier.
On Monday night, NBC 5 photojournalists captured trucks packed into a staging area on Franklin and Lake streets, where food trucks will be cooking for revelers during the festivities.
Getting to the party zone should be a little easier than usual: CTA buses and trains will be free from 10 p.m. on Wednesday until 4 a.m. on Thursday.
Gates open to the public will open at 5 p.m. If you’re planning to attend, know that a small bag policy will be in place.
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