For Meetings, There’s Only Chicago
Welcome to Chicago, a city built on resilience, shaped by innovation, and powered by progress. From legendary architecture to a culinary scene that never stops reinventing itself, Chicago doesn’t just host meetings — it transforms them.
Named the Best Big City in the U.S. for nine years running, Chicago is the destination for planners who want more than the expected. Here, world-class venues, cultural treasures, and trailblazing industries come together to create events that inspire, connect, and redefine what’s possible.
Chicago is home to 272,000+ businesses, two global exchanges, and 35+ Fortune 500 company headquarters. With its two international airports, 119,000+ daily hotel rooms in the Chicago metropolitan area, expansive private-sector workforce, and the largest, most flexible convention center in the United States — McCormick Place — Chicago is the leading meeting and convention destination in the country.
Plan your next event in a city that’s Never Done and Never Outdone.
Venue Details
Hotels165
Convention center3,200,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms122,579
Guest rooms at 1 hotel2,032
Special event venues575
Average room rate$169.00
Occupancy rate65.1%
Restaurants7,300
Daily food cost$40.00
Tax rate10.25%
Venue typeCVB
Awards
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Venue Highlights
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Mar 01 - Apr 30Jul 01 - Aug 31
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Jan 01 - Feb 28Dec 06 - Dec 31
Getting Here
Distance from airport
17 mi from O'Hare International Airport
Distance from O'Hare International Airport airport 17 mi
10 mi from Chicago Midway International Airport
Distance from Chicago Midway International Airport airport 10 mi
Location
Local Attractions
Obama Presidential Center
Museum
Located in the heart of Hyde Park, the Obama Presidential Center will be a lively community hub, economic anchor, and beacon of democracy on the South Side of Chicago.
Spanning 19 acres, the campus will feature a fruit and vegetable garden, an athletic, programs and events facility, a world-class museum, an auditorium, a branch of the Chicago Public Library, and more. Additional programming will also invite visitors—whether they’re coming from down the block or across the globe—to bring change home.
6001 S Stony Island Ave
Jackson Park
Chicago, IL, US 60637
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Navy Pier
Recreation
There’s more to Navy Pier, Chicago’s iconic lakefront destination, than meets the eye! This landmark showcases more than 50 acres of parks, restaurants, attractions, retail shops, sightseeing and dining cruise boats, exposition facilities, and more, including the Centennial Wheel.
Navy Pier is home to Offshore, the world’s largest rooftop venue. Offering panoramic, unparalleled views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline, this stunning 36,000-square-foot venue provides unique year-round indoor and outdoor access.
As always, Navy Pier’s year-round programming continues to provide free, one-of-a-kind arts and culture experiences designed to inspire, educate, and connect guests from across the city and globe.
600 E. Grand Ave.
Chicago, IL, US 60611
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Adler Planetarium
Museum
The Adler Planetarium connects people to the universe and each other. Whether it is introducing a guest to the Ring Nebula, a neighborhood school to a community partner, a research team to a network of citizen scientists, or one staff member to another, the Adler’s focus on meaningful connections dates back nearly a century. The museum typically hosts more than half a million visitors each year and reaches millions more through youth STEAM programs, neighborhood skywatching events, people-powered research, and other outreach efforts.
Today, the Adler is bringing our unique approach/scientific exploration rooted in community and connection to guests from around the world who can enjoy the digital Adler from their own homes, libraries, schools, or offices. With the Adler’s support, people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities gain the confidence to explore their universe together and return to their communities ready to think critically and creatively about any challenge that comes their way.
1300 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr.
Chicago, IL, US 60605
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The Field Museum
Museum
The Field Museum is Chicago’s most elegant and unique setting for special events. Whether it is an intimate dinner for 10 or a rockin’ reception for 10,000, we can accommodate your needs. Let us treasure you and your guests by providing superior service and priceless exhibitions to experience. Year-round, your groups can enjoy more than 35 world-renowned exhibitions. Don’t miss our Mammals of Asia and Native American Halls, explore Inside Ancient Egypt with its mysterious mummies, and dazzle your guests with our Hall of Gems. Daytime meeting space, theater space, and outdoor terraces are also available.
1400 S. Lake Shore Dr.
Chicago, IL, US 60605
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Shedd Aquarium
Museum
Get ready for unforgettable encounters with belugas and bluegills, stingrays and sturgeons, sea stars, and sea otters — and so many more animals from aquatic environments around the world! See penguins fly through chilly waters, spot sleek sharks cruising overhead, and count the suckers on an octopus’ legs. At the Shedd, you can look nature in the eye, investigate, and discover. Get ready for beauty that surprises, mesmerizes, inspires, and moves you!
1200 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr.
Chicago, IL, US 60605
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Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
Museum
The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry (Griffin MSI) offers world-class and uniquely interactive experiences that support the museum’s mission: to inspire the inventive genius in everyone. Housed in the only remaining building from the 1893 World's Fair, Griffin MSI features award-winning exhibits and hands-on activities. During your visit, you can walk through a World War II German submarine, descend into our iconic Coal Mine, explore the universe at the newly renovated Henry Crown Space Center, and so much more. Griffin MSI has something for everyone, from the young to the young at heart.
5700 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr.
Chicago, IL, US 60637
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DuSable Museum
Museum
The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center is our nation’s oldest independent Black history museum and a Smithsonian Institution affiliate. Founded in 1961, it is dedicated to the collection, documentation, preservation, study, and dissemination of the history, art, and culture of African Americans and Black people worldwide. The DuSable Museum narrates stories and shares contributions that educate all people about Black excellence through exhibits, programs, and special events.
740 E 56th Pl.
Chicago, IL, US 60637
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360 CHICAGO
Historical landmark
Soaring 1,000 feet over Chicago's legendary Michigan Avenue, 360 CHICAGO is one of the city's most iconic attractions. Located on the 94th floor of the John Hancock Center, 360 CHICAGO offers breathtaking views of Chicago's lakefront, the magnificent skyline, and four neighboring states.
360 CHICAGO is the only place where locals and visitors alike can enjoy TILT – Chicago's highest thrill ride! This one-of-a-kind marvel tilts guests out and over the city from the 94th-floor observation deck and gives up to eight visitors at a time the most exhilarating views of Chicago. Relax at the CloudBar, offering local favorites, large cocktail selection, and front-row seating to the city's best views from 1,000 feet high.
875 N. Michigan Ave.
94th Floor
Chicago, IL, US 60611
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Skydeck Chicago
Historical landmark
Dare to stand out on the 103rd floor, with never-before-seen views from 1,353 feet straight down, with glass boxes extending 4.3 feet out from the Skydeck. Enjoy 360-degree views spanning up to 50 miles and 4 states.
The multi-media elevator gives visitors one of the fastest elevator rides in the world, while referencing points of interest that match the ascending height. Inside the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, Skydeck Chicago is a “one-stop Chicago” experience featuring museum-quality interactive exhibits.
233 S. Wacker Dr.
Chicago, IL, US 60606
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Art Institute of Chicago
Museum
No trip to Chicago is complete without a visit to the Art Institute. Consistently rated among the world’s top museums by TripAdvisor travelers, the Art Institute of Chicago is home to the greatest collection of Impressionist paintings outside of Paris, including works by Monet, Renoir, O’Keeffe, and Van Gogh. Explore the Renzo Piano–designed Modern Wing and its extraordinary collection of works by Chagall, Dalí, Matisse, Picasso, and Pollock. The Art Institute has something for everyone!
111 S. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL, US 60603
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Maggie Daley Park
Park
Maggie Daley Park is one of Chicago’s spectacular green spaces in the heart of downtown and connected to Millennium Park via Anish Kapoor’s BP Bridge. Opened in late 2014, Maggie Daley Park became an instant success due to its unique Skating Ribbon, magical Play Garden., rock climbing and bouldering walls, an 18-hole miniature golf course, and picnic groves.
337 E. Randolph St.
Chicago, IL, US 60601
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Millennium Park
Park
Millennium Park, located in the heart of downtown Chicago is an award-winning location for art, music, architecture, and landscape design. Its prominent features are the Frank Gehry-designed Jay Pritzker Pavilion, the most sophisticated outdoor concert venue of its kind in the United States; the interactive Crown Fountain; the contemporary Lurie Garden; and Anish Kapoor’s hugely popular Cloud Gate sculpture, better known as “The Bean.”
201 E. Randolph St.
Chicago, IL, US 60601
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Beatrix
Chicago
Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant, and meeting place in Chicago’s River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market, Loop, and Oak Brook neighborhoods. Our semi-private and private dining spaces are perfect for your next family-style brunch, business lunch, reception or dinner party.
The menu features healthy meets delicious options, and is known for its iconic coffee and bakery counter, including signature cookies and in-house pastry favorites. The chef team takes pride in serving a menu that caters to all food preferences, including gluten-free, dairy free, vegetarian and vegan options.
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Audio Visual Productions Inc.
Audio Visual Productions Inc. strives to ensure that your attendees have a truly memorable experience!
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Gather Voices
Worldwide
Gather Voices makes it simple, fast, and affordable to co-create the videos you need for every event.
With Gather Voices, you can increase event attendance, gather 10x more video on site, and drive year-round engagement. We offer solutions for pre-event promotional video, during event video capture, and post event engagement using video created from your event.
Logistics/Decor
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Howl at the Moon
Multi-city
Get ready for the most unique nightlife experience in the country! Come sing, dance and howl as the most versatile and talented musicians perform your favorite songs from 80’s rock, 90’s pop and today’s dance hits on pianos, guitars and more in a high-energy show!
Whether you are celebrating a special occasion (birthday party, bachelorette party, bachelor party, Happy Hour or corporate event) or want a fun night out, Howl at the Moon is the perfect spot for you. Check out your closest Howl at the Moon location for upcoming events and specials.
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Fogo de Chao Chicago
Chicago
Planning your group event at Fogo de Chão, Downtown Chicago is the easiest and most productive part of the meeting planning process. Located in the heart of Chicago’s Entertainment District River North and 5 miles from McCormick Place Convention Center, we proudly offer incredible service, world class Brazilian cuisine, the most flexible meeting and event spaces and exciting bar in the Downtown Chicago Area.
Catering
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Museum of Ice Cream
Multi-city
The Museum of Ice Cream is where creativity, connection, and imagination come together to create unforgettable corporate/convention/meeting experiences. Designed as a vibrant, interactive wonderland, MOIC transforms meetings, receptions, and team celebrations into memorable moments your attendees will rave about.
From immersive installations to our iconic Sprinkle Pool, every space is crafted to inspire engagement, spark joy, and encourage genuine interaction. Your guests can enjoy playful tasting experiences, curated photo moments, and a seamless flow through colorful, conversation-starting environments.
Whether you’re planning a networking event, client appreciation experience, or full museum buyout, MOIC blends professional execution with a uniquely delightful atmosphere, making your event not just successful, but sweetly unforgettable.
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Red Oak Meetings & Events
Multi-city
At Red Oak, we take our meetings seriously—detailed, thorough, and no fluff. We provide the tools and expertise needed to ensure your meeting goes off without a hitch. From site visits, expo management, drayage, and registration to transportation, hosted off-site events, and tours, we can assist with every aspect of your meeting. Our meeting planners have access to the most up-to-date technology, allowing them to provide real-time updates and superior content to attendees throughout any meeting or conference.
Red Oak is a full-service meeting and planning company that will be your dedicated partner throughout the entire process. Call us today to get started!
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Ignite Glass Studios
Chicago
The vision behind Ignite Glass Studios is connecting people back to the process of creating art and engaging in the beauty of the time-honored craft of glass blowing and the exquisite art it produces along with building a new sense of community through the interactive experience of blowing glass and glass making.
Ignite Glass Studios is a thriving glass art community in a space where artists can create and grow, novices can experiment and learn, and young people’s lives are transformed by the power of this collaborative art form. Ignite sparks the imagination and the creation of amazing works of art, creates a space for unique, memorable events, and opens opportunities for individual growth in a learning community that values difference, participation and collaboration. Providing a safe place for youth to explore, grow and draw inspiration is a fundamental element of Ignite’s vision.
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Jeff Stitely Music Productions, Inc.
Chicago
Stitely’s well respected Chicago bands are passionate about bringing your vision to life with the right touch.
Whether you’re looking for an awesome band, a DJ, a smaller combo, regal strings or a soloist, we’re here to tailor your event’s music to your day so that the vibe and atmosphere represent you and your reason for making memories!
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Lux Travely
Multi-city
We have been in business over 10 years. We make it our mission to deliver an unparalleled experience with every journey while assuring quality service and customer satisfaction. We offer a wide range of services whether you’re organizing an event, a high class travel experience, an important meeting or just simply need a premium ride service.
At Lux Travely, we strive to provide the highest level of luxury transportation to meet your needs and exceed your expectations. We understand that our clients are discerning individuals who value professionalism, reliability, and comfort.
We pledge to deliver the best in quality and class while ensuring your safety and satisfaction.
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McCormick PlaceThe largest convention center in North America, McCormick Place includes 2.6 million square feet of exhibit space; a 10,000-seat arena; 4,188-seat theater; nearly 3,000 guest rooms; and several dining options, all connected by pedestrian skybridges.
Exhibit Space2,600,000 sq. ft.
Total meeting space1,200,000 sq. ft.
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CHOOSE CHICAGO IS HERE TO HELP Choose Chicago’s experienced and award-winning Sales and Client Services teams are available to assist planners with meetings, events, conventions, and conferences of any size. We look forward to having you meet in Chicago! _______________________________________________ SALES - Source the availability of Chicagoland’s approximately 200 hotels, representing 50,000 guest rooms. - Qualify leads without mass distribution. - Assist in developing bid strategy. - Provide up-to-date information on new properties and renovations. - Share important details on airlift, conventions, and community events that could impact designated meeting dates. - Ensure proposals meet deadlines. - Arrange well-organized hotel and venue site inspections. - Assess and source availability at McCormick Place, the largest and most flexible convention center in the Western Hemisphere, housing four state-of-the-art buildings with 173 meeting and ballrooms, 2.6 million square feet of exhibit space, an arena, and a theatre. _______________________________________________ CLIENT SERVICES - Provide attendance-building services via the Connecting to Chicago program, our initiative that lets clients tap into our area’s vast intellectual capital, connecting with civic and corporate communities, to help build attendance, activate innovative branding and marketing ideas outside the convention center, and more. - Source venues, speakers, entertainers, transportation, decor companies, special event spaces, caterers, and more. - Act as a liaison with city departments. - Assist conventions in navigating hundreds of dining, private event, tour, shopping, and entertainment options throughout the city of Chicago. - Support client equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives. _______________________________________________ ONLINE RESEARCH TOOLS - Go to meetinchicago.com and use the venue search tool to find meeting space, special event venues, restaurants with private dining, convention and conference centers, and more. - Tap into domestic and international visitor statistics for multiple years.
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Sustainable Practices
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Diversity and Inclusion
For US hotels only, is Choose Chicago and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
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Health and Safety
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