Friends of the Chicago River Celebrates Earth Month at the Big Fish Ball - April 17, 2025

Celebrate Earth Day on the River at the Big Fish Ball. Please join us on the water for an elegant evening and adventure in support of Friends' mission to protect and restore the Chicago-Calumet river system for all people, water, and wildlife. Guests will enjoy a feast of festive drinks and delicious hors d'oeuvres while we cruise past the sparkling lights of Chicago's skyline and celebrate Friends' success and the river's bright future, and some river surprises.

The ship will board at 5:30 p.m and will be aboard the Odyssey Chicago River. The boat will depart from the dock in front of the NBC Tower at River Esplanade, 455 N Cityfront Plaza Dr at 6:00 p.m. and return at 8:00 p.m.

Be a Big Fish Ball Sponsor

Sponsor packages include cruise tickets and in-the-field and educational opportunities for your team to engage in Earth Month activities with Friends professional staff.

Learn more about Big Fish Ball sponsorship opportunities by contacting our Director of Development Annie Hanrahan at ahanrahan@chicagoriver.org, or (312) 939-0490, ext. 19. You can also contact Annie if you are interested in joining the 2025 Big Fish Ball Gala Committee.

Make a Donation
It’s never too early to make a donation to support Friends! Learn how your gift supports the Chicago River system.