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It doesn’t spew water in winter, but with its four Art Deco–style seahorses, Georgia pink marble, and holiday light and music show, this fountain and official Chicago Landmark built in 1927, is still a sight to behold. While in operation, 20-minute shows every hour on the hour feature 14,000 gallons of water spouting from 133 jets. In summer, see nighttime light shows, capped by a center jet shooting water 150 feet into the air. In 2026, the city introduced 100 lightweight metal chairs around the fountain plaza. These Parisian-inspired seats offer a comfortable place to rest and take in the magic of Buckingham Fountain set against the backdrop of the skyline.