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Come Experience the 11th Winter WonderFest presented by Bank of America at Navy Pier! 7 More Days of Holiday Family Fun!
December 2, 2011 - January 8, 2012


Winter WonderFest
Enjoy more time to have more fun inside an enchanted 170,000 square foot winter playground! Bring the entire family for days of entertainment, Chicago Blackhawks indoor ice skating, huge inflatable slides, rides, and so much more. Your family holiday memories are even more cherished when shared at
Winter WonderFest presented by Bank of America!!






  Chicago Blackhawks Indoor Ice Skating Rink | Bah Humbug Court | Extreme Ice Trail Ropes Course | Ferris wheel | Glacier Run Simulator | Himalaya | Jeep, Dodge & Chrysler Vehicle Display | Kringle Carousel | Lighthouse | Matterhorn Climb & Slide | Pepsi® Create-A-Cookie Cottage | "Power Wheel" Mini Adventure Track presented by Jeep and Dodge | Reindeer Express Train Ride | Slides, Obstacle Courses & More! | Snowy Summit Climbing Wall | Winter Wind Glider | Winter Wonder Whirl | Winter WonderFest Junior | Winter WonderStage | Attraction Restrictions & Height Requirements


Traditional Winter WonderFest Favorites!

Ice SkatingIce SkatingChicago Blackhawks Indoor Ice Skating Rink

Trade the winter chills for thrills at this popular indoor ice skating rink. Ice skate rental is included in the price of a Premium Wristband. Guests are also welcome to bring their own ice skates. See Admission section for more information.
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Bah Humbug CourtBah Humbug Court

The Winter WonderForce holiday cops are continually on the watch to issue tickets to unsuspecting guests for exhibiting non-cheerful behavior. You can protest your tickets in front of the Honorable Mayor Evergreen in this all-ages courtroom. Or, take your ticket and serve a temporary sentence, retained behind candy cane bars at Jolly Jail — a perfect photo opportunity for all those suspected of the holiday blues.
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Climbing Extreme Ice Trail Ropes Course

Extreme Ice Trail is a ropes obstacle course stretching 27.5-feet in the air and challenges the adventurous to maneuver their way across beams, staircases and platforms. No sandals, open toe shoes, shoes with heels or dress shoes allowed. Please note: skirts or dresses will not be allowed on this attraction.
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Ferris WheelFerris wheel

Capture the best views of the entire event from atop the 50-foot-high, indoor Ferris wheel. Perfect for adults and children alike!

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Glacier Run Simulator

Buckle up for this fast-paced, simulated snowmobile ride that will transport passengers through the glacial mountains of the frozen Arctic amidst the colorful display of the Northern Lights. Click here for attraction restrictions


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Himalaya

Jump inside this big action thrill ride and feel the excitement and exhilaration as you are swept up, down, backwards and all around.
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Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler, & Fiat Vehicle Display

Don't miss the 2012 Jeep Wrangler Call of Duty Edition, 2012 Dodge Journey, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country and the 2012 Chrysler 200. Also check out the all-new 2012 FIAT 500 at our vehicle display as well.

Curious about the latest and greatest offerings from Chrysler Group LLC? Transport the whole family to Winter Wonderfest in an all-new 2012 Jeep Wrangler Call of Duty Edition, the 2012 Dodge Journey, the 2012 Chrysler Town & Country and the 2012 Chrysler 200. And last but not least experience the FIAT 500- the most affordable, technologically-savvy and environmentally friendly compact car on the road. Checking out the coolest editions to our vehicle lineup should be big fun for parents but we certainly did not forget about the little ones. Bring your kids to the Mini Adventure Track located next to our vehicle display. There is more than enough excitement for the entire family!

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Kringle Carousel

This classic family favorite offers visitors the opportunity to ride round-and-round atop painted animals.

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Junior Lift Lighthouse

A kiddie favorite... The Lighthouse will lift fearless little ones 16-feet in the air and “hop” them back down to the ground.
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Matterhorn Climb & Slide

Maneuver through this thrilling spider zone with five levels of vinyl webbing. Once you reach the top, slide down the exciting inflatable slide!
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boy making cookie girl making cookie Pepsi® Create-A-Cookie Cottage

At the Pepsi® Create-A-Cookie Cottage, children's holiday creativity will come alive in the "sweetest" way as they decorate their own holiday sugar cookie with frosting and sprinkles.

Cookies must be purchased.

$2.00 per cookie (*Not included in either wristband price)
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Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler"Power Wheel" Mini Adventure Track presented by Jeep and Dodge

FREE! Kids, if you can put the pedal to the metal, then take a quick spin on the mini-car road course in a mini-Jeep "Hurricane" or mini-Dodge "Police Cruiser." This attraction is presented by Jeep and Dodge and located at the Jeep, Dodge, and Chrysler display.
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Train Reindeer Express Train Ride

The Reindeer Express Train Ride is a family-style, trackless train which travels more than 300-feet around a holiday village display.

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Slide Slides, Obstacle Courses & More:
  • Arctic Wonder Obstacle Course
  • Candy Cane Bouncer
  • Holiday Howdy Horse — a unique photo opportunity on a giant rocking horse!
  • Ice Caverns Obstacle Course
  • Mount Reindeer
  • Slippery Snowflake Slide
  • Starry Slide
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Snowy Summit Climbing Wall

A favorite returns to Winter WonderFest! Grab hold of the ropes and challenge yourself to climb to the top of the rock wall.
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Wind Ride Winter Wind Glider

Soar on this hang glider attraction as you are swept 40-feet high into the air.
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NEW! Winter Wonder Whirl

A classic and beloved family attraction debuts at Winter WonderFest this year! Jump on board for a fast and furious spin on this wild ride.

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Winter WonderFest Jr.
A special section for small kids — and elves of all ages! — ensures younger children do not miss out on the fun.
Spin ride
Must be 46" or smaller to participate.
  • Gumball Bouncer
  • Snowball Blitz
  • Tinsel Tunnels
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EntertainmentWinter WonderStage

Enjoy live family-friendly entertainment, including jugglers, magicians, ethnic and cultural programming, and much more!

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Attraction Restrictions & Height Requirements
*Rides and attractions may be subject to certain height and weight restrictions

Spin ride Rides:
  • Ferris Wheel - all guests welcome
  • Glacier Run Simulator - all guests welcome
  • Himalaya - 48" or taller
  • Kringle Carousel - below 57" to ride animals
  • Lighthouse - 36" or taller
  • Reindeer Express Train Ride - all guests welcome
  • Winter Wonder Whirl - 46” or taller and under age 6 must be
    accompanied by an adult
  • Winter Wind Glider - 46” or taller
Challenging Attractions:
  • Alpine Dome — all guests welcome
  • Chicago Blackhawks Indoor Ice Skating Rink - all guests welcome; Premium Wristband purchase required.
  • Extreme Ice Trail Ropes Course - guests must be between 44" and 76"
  • Snowy Summit Climbing Wall - 48" or taller and at least 50 pounds
Slides, Obstacle Courses & More: Winter WonderFest
  • Arctic Wonder Obstacle Course - 46" or shorter
  • Candy Cane Bouncer - all guests welcome
  • Gumball Bouncer - 46" or shorter
  • Holiday Howdy Horse - all guests welcome
  • Ice Caverns Obstacle Course - all guests welcome
  • Matterhorn Climb & Slide - 46" or taller
  • Mini Adventure Track - under 46" and no wristband required
  • Mount Reindeer - 44" or taller
  • Slippery Snowflake Slide - all guests welcome
  • Snowball Blitz - 46" or shorter
  • Starry Slide - all guests welcome
  • Tinsel Tunnels - 46" or shorter
Wristband purchase required for all rides and attractions. Adults must purchase a wristband to accompany a child on any ride. (Note: No wristband required for Mini Adventure Track.)
Wristband sales for rides and attractions will end 30 minutes before closing time (excluding ice skating).
Wristband sales for ice skating will end at least 1 hour before closing time.


Ice skate rental/pick-up will stop distribution 30 minutes prior to event closing time. The Chicago Blackhawks Indoor Ice Skating Rink will close 15 minutes prior to event closure to accommodate all guests.

All rides are subject to early line closures to allow all waiting guests to participate.
Rides may be substituted without prior notice.



Questions about Winter WonderFest? Please call 312-595-5155. A Guest Services representative will be available to answer your questions seven days a week from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. CST. If after hours, leave a voice mail and your call will be returned with 48 business hours.

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