Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau
19900 Governors Drive Suite 200, 60461
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Why Choose Our Destination?
The Chicago Southland CVB represents the South / Southwest Suburbs of Chicago - ALL 30 Minutes from the Heart of Chicago! Chicago Southland Hotel Communities Include: Alsip, Bedford Park, Bridgeview, Burbank, Calumet City, Chicago Heights, Crestwood, East Hazel Crest, Homewood, Lansing, Markham, Matteson, Monee, Oak Forest, Orland Hills, Orland Park, Peotone, and South Holland.
The Chicago Southland offers great accessibility to the City of Chicago and Midway / O’Hare Airports. The Chicago Southland Region offers Full-Service Properties, Select-Service Hotels, and many more additional meeting venues. We also offer a unique environmental Corporate Teambuilding and Training Facility, Irons Oaks Environmental Learning Center. We are also home to a large variety of restaurants, shopping opportunities, and attractions.
For sports entertainment, the Chicago Southland Region is also home to the Chicago Red Stars Soccer Team and the Windy City ThunderBolts Baseball. If golfing is what your groups are interested in, the Chicago Southland is home to 35 public / semi-private golf courses and has hosted the USGA’s 2003 U.S. Open.
We offer One-Stop Shopping for Meeting / Event Planners including 30+ FREE Event Services, Site Inspection Coordination, Venue Proposal Collections, Mini-FAM’s, and much more. Don’t forget to ask about our Incentive Promotion for meetings booked in the Southland Region through the Chicago Southland CVB. Let the Professional CSCVB Team assist you with your next Chicago-Area or Midwest event.
Venue Details
Hotels58
Convention center-
Guest Rooms5,600
Guest rooms at 1 hotel175
Special event venues15
Average room rate$101
Occupancy rate-
Restaurants200
Daily food cost$71
Tax rate8%
Venue typeCVB
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Getting Here
Conveniently accessible throughout the U.S. via Interstates 55, 57, 80, 94, 294 and 355, the Chicago Southland is an ideal meeting location. Minutes from downtown Chicago and Midway and O’Hare International Airports, the Chicago Southland offers meeting planners accessibility and affordability, plus a wide variety of traditional and alternative meeting sites, all with a full complement of services.
Distance from airport
40 mi from O’Hare International Airport
Distance from O’Hare International Airport airport 40 mi
15 mi from Midway Airport
Distance from Midway Airport airport 15 mi
10 mi from Lansing Municipal Airport
Distance from Lansing Municipal Airport airport 10 mi
Location
Local Attractions
Orland Park History Museum and Stellwagen Farm
Museum
The Orland Park History Museum and Stellwagen Farm preserves local history, provides monthly educational programs, and offers engaging exhibits year-round.
14415 South Beacon Avenue
Orland Park, IL, US 60462
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Thornton Distilling and Brewing Co.
Nightlife
Located in Illinois' oldest standing brewery (1857) and once Al Capone's largest production facility. We distill artisan spirits, picking up where our predecessors left off.
400 East Margaret Street
Thornton, IL, US 60476
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Blues Water Run
Recreation
Opening Spring 2022. Blues Water Run is an outdoor recreation area that includes a dog park, an entertainment venue, restroom facilities, a canoe/kayak launch and general park activities.
1461 Ring Road
Calumet City, IL, US 60409
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Fox Pointe
Nightlife
As the premier outdoor venue in the southern suburbs of Chicago, Fox Pointe is quickly becoming recognized for its potential of drawing thousands of guests.
18138 Henry Street
Lansing, IL, US 60438
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Urban Air Adventure Park
Recreation
The ultimate indoor adventure park! With attractions that cater to any level of adventurer: trampolines, ziplines, bumper cars, laser tag, obstacle course, climbing walls and more.
19800 South LaGrange Road
Mokena, IL, US 60448
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Accelerate Indoor Speedway & Events
Recreation
Speed-lovers, be prepared for the newest attraction taking over the Chicago Southland area: European-style indoor go-karting at Autobahn Indoor Speedway. Our state-of-the-art electric indoor go-kart racing experience offers perfect racing conditions every day. Change Your Speed at our Grand Prix style tracks with our unique, electric Italian go-karts reaching speeds up to 50 MPH.
8580 Springlake Drive
Mokena, IL, US 60448
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Dave & Buster's
Nightlife
A 24,000 sq. ft. restaurant and entertainment facility.
49 Orland Square
Orland Park, IL, US 60462
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Chicago Southland Region Golf Courses
Recreation
The Chicago Southland Region offers golfers a choice of 35 public and semi-private golf courses to play!
IL, US
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The Center For Performing Arts at GSU
Theater
Chicago Southland's grandest performing arts center at Governors State University, in University Park, features a wide array of world class attractions, children and family programming.
1 University Parkway
University Park, IL 60484
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Moraine Valley Community College Fine & Performing Arts Center
Theater
The FPAC presents quality cultural programs and popular entertainment in the 600-seat Dorothy Menker Theater, 150-seat Oremus Theater and the Robert F DeCaprio art gallery.
9000 West College Parkway
Palos Hills, IL, US 60465
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Christopher Art Gallery
Museum
Located on the main campus of Prairie State College, the Christopher Art Gallery hosts six to eight shows annually, featuring local, regional and national artists, as well as student works. Programming varies by media, theme, and artists represented.
Prairie State College
202 South Halsted
Chicago Heights, IL, US 60411
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Orland Square
Shopping
Enclosed two-level shopping center featuring Carson Pirie Scott, JCPenney, Macy's, Sears and over 150 fine shops & restaurants.
288 Orland Square
Orland Park, IL, US 60462
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Brookfield Zoo
Recreation
One of the country's largest zoos houses more than 2,000+ animals-many living in award-winning indoor immersion exhibits. Situated on 216 beautifully landscaped acres, Brookfield Zoo offers a variety of shopping and dining options. Great location for corporate meetings, private parties, and more!
3300 Golf Road
Brookfield, IL 60513
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Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanic Gardens
Recreation
Lake Katherine is a nature center, as well as an auditorium and rental hall. Lake Katherine consists of 158 acres including the Calumet-Sag Canal, 3.5 miles of hiking trails, 20-acre Lake Katherine, Navajo Creek, a waterfall, forested areas, prairies, arboretum and a wetland restoration project.
7402 West Lake Katherine Drive
Palos Heights, IL, US 60463
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Windy City ThunderBolts
Recreation
The Windy City ThunderBolts provide a Minor League Baseball team experience second to none. Group outings are always a "ROARING" good time. Various group packages are offered from pre-game picnics to luxury suites.
14011 South Kenton Avenue
Crestwood, IL, US 60445
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Freedom Hall
Theater
Freedom Hall offers a diverse series accenting dance, music, theatre, popular attractions, children's theatre and outreach activities. Join us in the intimate 280-seat Nathan Manilow Theatre.
410 Lakewood Boulevard
Park Forest, IL, US 60466
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Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park
Museum
Explore the nature of sculpture. Sited across 100 acres of rolling prairie landscape, this 27-piece collection features monumental works by d Suvero, Hunt, Puryear and others.
Governors State University
Governors Highway and University Parkway
University Park, IL, US 60484
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Chicago Red Stars - SeatGeek Stadium
Recreation
SeatGeek Stadium is a world-class soccer stadium and concert venue, which seats 20,000. Be a part of every Chicago Red Stars home match!
7000 South Harlem Avenue
Bridgeview, IL, US 60455
Irons Oaks
Park
Irons Oaks Environmental Learning Center provides the ultimate in experiential training programs coupled with a fun, safe environment that will take your business professionals to the next level of achievement.
Does your team need direction? At Irons Oaks, our Corporate Reach programs are customized to fit your corporation’s specific needs. Corporate Reach training enhances professional skills with collaboration, communication, problem solving, and accountability, introduces tools for enhancing interaction, and provides guidance for action plan development to integrate team principles into daily operations, and much more! Our clients take back to their offices greater understanding and appreciation of individual skills and contributions and how their efforts impact group effectiveness. These skills provide the tools for groups and individuals to return to their organizations and create measurable improvements.
20000 Western Avenue
Olympia Fields, IL, US 60461
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SeatGeek Stadium
Nightlife
SeatGeek Stadium is a world-class stadium and concert venue located southwest of Chicago, near I-294 & I-55.
7000 South Harlem Avenue
Bridgeview, IL, US 60455
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Chicago Southland Rail Fan Sites
Recreation
With a multitude of railfan sights including double diamonds and one of the only places to see a double wye junction in the country, just minutes away from each other, it is easy to see why railfans love the Chicago Southland.
IL, US
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Lotton Art GlassGallery & Studios
Shopping
Experience the thrill of watching magnificent works of art being created daily out of hot glass. Meet the world famous Lotton family; tour gallery & studio.
24760 South Country Lane
Crete, IL, US 60417
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Frankfort Historic District
Shopping
Whatever the season, there's a reason to shop historic Frankfort. Visit our web site for a list of our charming stores, eclectic boutiques and relaxing restaurants, plus monthly special events.
123 Kansas Street
Frankfort, IL, US 60423
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Pullman National Monument
Historical landmark
The Visitor Center is a perfect starting point for your journey to the landmark Pullman district. View an introductory video on the town’s history, various exhibits of photos and Pullman related items.
11141 South Cottage Grove Avenue
Chicago, IL, US 60628
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Country Club Hills Theater
Theater
The Country Club Hills Theater is an intimate 2500 seat outdoor amphitheater located just 35 miles south of Chicago.
4200 West 183rd Street
Country Club Hills, IL, US 60438
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Nature Centers & Trails
Recreation
Unplug from your daily routine and reconnect with over 40,000 acres of forestry, countless miles of trails and the best waterways that cut through where the prairie landscape meets the industrialized urban environment. With over 14 nature centers and multiple trails in the Chicago Southland, outdoor recreation enthusiasts don’t have to travel far to find a trail to explore, lake to canoe, special event and educational program to attend or to simply enjoy the beautiful gardens and abundant wildlife opportunities.
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Family Entertainment Centers
Recreation
With a chorus full of are we there yets, unplanned restroom stops and the kicking of seats, family vacations can transition from fun, good ideas to rage inducing never agains. Have no fear; the Chicago Southland has a wide variety of family-friendly activities to turn your trip into a FUNcation. Whether it is zip-lining into fun at Odyssey Fun World, miniature golfing with the family at Ball Fore or Tinley Junction Miniature Golf and Batting Cages, climbing a rock wall at Hollywood Park, hitting the go-kart track at Haunted Trails, playing arcade games at Dave & Busters or visiting the Children’s Museum in Oak Lawn or KidsWork Children’s Museum in Frankfort, the Chicago Southland has a multitude of family-friendly activities.
IL, US
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Eagle Sports Range
Recreation
We welcome and value our visitors with fantastic ranges and a massive choice of firearms available to rent or buy. We have 22 pistol lanes (25 yards) & six rifle lanes (50 yards).
5900 West 159th Street
Oak Forest, IL, US 60452
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Marcus Theaters
Nightlife
Looking for a fun new theatre experience? Spice up that meeting space, private screening, birthday party, group shows and sports viewing! Marcus Theatres has it all. Additional locations in Chicago Heights and Orland Park.
4201 West 167th Street
Country Club Hills, IL, US 60478
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Chicago White Sox
Recreation
U.S. Cellular Field: Spectacular baseball, season ticket plans, group outings, party areas, family entertainment, business entertainment, great food, friendly staff and exciting fireworks! Call the sales department for more information at 312-674-1000.
Guaranteed Rate Field
333 West 35th Street
Chicago, IL, US 60616
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Union Street Gallery
Museum
Union Street Gallery hosts 10 art exhibits per year, classes and workshops. There are 16 artists' studios to compliment the experience. Free admission, free tours and field trips available. First floor galleries and studios are wheelchair accessible.
1527 Otto Boulevard
Chicago Heights, IL, US 60411
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Additional Information
Additional details
Please Include the Chicago Southland CVB when you are looking at the following communities: Chicago Southland Hotel Communities Include: Alsip, Bedford Park, Bridgeview, Burbank, Calumet City, Chicago Heights, Crestwood, East Hazel Crest, Homewood, Lansing, Markham, Matteson, Monee, Oak Forest, Orland Hills, Orland Park, Peotone, and South Holland. The CSCVB is a complimentary resource here to assist you in finding a perfect event location!
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Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions from the Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion.
Sustainable Practices
Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
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Does Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
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Diversity and Inclusion
For US hotels only, is Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau 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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If applicable, could you please provide a link to Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
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Health and Safety
Were practices at Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
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Does Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
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Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
What measures are in place to allow for social distancing in fitness centers (e.g. equipment configuration, staggered usage times)? If no fitness center, please put N/A.
Has the fitness room cleaning routine been adjusted/increased? If yes, what new measures are included? If no fitness center, please put N/A.
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Does the property limit number of guests in restaurant, bar, or dining areas due to COVID19 or other pandemics? If yes, please provide details of how restaurant, bar, or dining areas limits capacity? If no restaurant or bar, please put N/A.
Has the public bathroom cleaning routine been adjusted/increased? If yes, what new measures are included?
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
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