Buckingham Fountain Opens for 2026 Summer Season with New Seating Arrangements
Buckingham Fountain switched on for 2026 summer season
Chicago Suntimes
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The iconic Buckingham Fountain in Grant Park, Chicago, was turned on for the 2026 summer season during the Switch on Summer festival. The fountain features a spectacular water display and will introduce movable seating inspired by the Luxembourg Garden in Paris, enhancing visitor experience until mid-October.
- 01Buckingham Fountain is now operational for the summer season.
- 02The fountain features a 20-minute water display every hour, reaching heights of 150 feet.
- 03A new seating program will be introduced, inspired by the Luxembourg Garden in Paris.
- 04The fountain's light and music show will enhance evening displays.
- 05The fountain will remain active until mid-October.
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The Buckingham Fountain in Grant Park, Chicago, was officially turned on for the summer season during the 12th annual Switch on Summer festival, a collaboration between the Chicago Park District and ComEd. This iconic landmark features a stunning water display that lasts 20 minutes every hour, with a central jet shooting water up to 150 feet high. The fountain will operate daily from 9 a.m. and will also host a light and music show after dusk. Enhancing the visitor experience, a new seating program will be introduced starting May 30, inspired by the Luxembourg Garden in Paris, allowing guests to enjoy the views of the fountain, park, lake, and skyline from 100 movable metal chairs. The fountain will remain operational through mid-October, inviting locals and tourists alike to enjoy the summer ambiance.
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The new seating arrangements will provide a more enjoyable experience for visitors, encouraging social gatherings and enhancing the overall atmosphere in Grant Park.
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