Curated LOCATIONS · Scouted · DESIGNED FOR YOU
We Found the Perfect Spot
We are local to the Chicagoland area. We've spent considerable time walking Chicago's most beautiful open spaces, noting the light at different hours, and the view worth sitting in front of. What follows are our favorite settings each one chosen deliberately, each one available for your reservation.
Park
✦ Most Popular Setting
Humboldt Park Boathouse
A 1907 Prairie School landmark boathouse at the edge of a quiet lagoon swan boats drifting past, willow branches trailing the water, and golden hour light that turns everything soft.
Park
✦ Most Popular · Skyline & Lake Views
Lakefront Trail Near Fullerton
Water east to the horizon, the skyline south, sky from edge to edge and late afternoon light that turns the grass gold and makes every photograph look considered. The best view of the city skyline in Chicago.
Park
Intimate Setting
Palmer Square Park
A residential square bordered by greystones and mature elms intimate enough that the table feels private, open enough that afternoon light reaches you from every direction.
Park
Very Popular Intimate Setting
Arrigo (Victor) Park
Open lawns and afternoon sun in the Near West Side close to Greektown and Little Italy, with the easy warmth of a community square that feels genuinely cared for rather than simply maintained. Best for those who want something personal and neighbourhood-rooted.
Park
✦ Most Popular Overall
Lincoln Park
Old-growth trees, a nearby lagoon, and pockets of quiet. Late afternoon light filters through the canopy in a way that makes everything at ground level feel soft and separate from the city. Our most versatile setting and the right choice when you're not sure what you want.
Beach
Scenic Views
12th Street Beach
A smaller, quieter stretch of sand on Northerly Island south of the Museum Campus, away from the crowds facing an open horizon across the lake with sailboats drifting through the afternoon. Sand, open water, and the feeling of being at the edge of something large without sharing it with half of Chicago.
Park
Chicago Skyline Views
Ping Tom Memorial Park
A pagoda-red pavilion at the edge of the Chicago River, curved paths through willows, and the skyline rising to the north reflected in the water at the right hour. Water taxis pass quietly. One of Chicago's finest open secrets the setting with the most singular personality on this list.
Beach
Lake Views
Montrose Beach
One of Chicago's largest beaches a flat, wide horizon, a constant lake breeze, and enough space that volleyball courts and dog walkers occupy their own corner, well away from yours. The setting for guests who want the big sky and an afternoon that feels expansive rather than intimate.
Park OPEN 7am -8pm
Chicago Skyline Views
Milton Lee Olive Park
A man-made peninsula just north of Navy Pier tucked beyond the trail, known to almost no one nearby with an unobstructed panoramic skyline view, honey locust trees, a constant lake breeze, and virtually no foot traffic. One of the best views in Chicago, kept quietly to those who know.
During booking, you’ll be asked to choose either a beach side or public park picnic. 50-30 minutes prior to your picnic, we’ll send you a pin to the exact location. If you have another location in mind or an indoor location of your choice no more than 45 min from downtown Chicago, feel free to email us at hello@sunnypicnic.co
Not sure which setting is right for you? Reach us at hello@sunnypicnic.co we'll suggest one based on your occasion, guest count, and the time of year.
