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Plan to hold your next meeting or event in Chicago and discover the unique experiences and amenities your attendees won’t find anywhere else. 1 CONNECTIVITY Chicago O’Hare and Midway International Airports help make the city’s Midwest location easily accessible for attendees on both coasts, as well as internationally. Both airports are hubs for three major airlines — American Airlines, United Airlines, and Southwest Airlines. By car, Chicago is drivable for nearly 50% of the U.S. population. 2 VAST INTELLECTUAL CAPITAL Chicago is home to 36 Fortune 500 companies, major universities, top hospitals, tech incubators, and more. Meeting planners can tap into our city’s impressive intellectual capital and resources with the Connecting to Chicago program, which helps meeting professionals source local civic and corporate leaders who can share their expertise and contribute to a memorable event experience. 3 UNIQUE VENUES We offer hundreds of unique venues, including sky-high rooftops with stunning lakefront views, scenic outdoor spaces along the Chicago River, historic landmarks designed by legendary architects, and modern spaces with sophisticated technology, accommodating groups of all sizes. 4 TOP HOTELS Our world-class hotels range from some of the biggest and most luxurious brands to intimate boutique hotels, which means that you’re sure to find just the right fit for your needs. Choose to stay downtown or explore the many hotels available in diverse neighborhoods throughout the city that offer great options for groups. 5 MCCORMICK PLACE Chicago’s McCormick Place is the largest and most flexible convention center in the Western Hemisphere, boasting more than 2.6 million square feet of exhibit space in four distinct, state-of-the-art buildings (including one of the largest ballrooms in the world). The building offsets 100% of its electricity usage with clean wind energy. 6 WORLD-CLASS CULTURE ACROSS INCLUSIVE NEIGHBORHOODS With 77 diverse neighborhoods representing cultures from around the globe, Chicago is home to iconic cultural attractions and events, dynamic theatre, and storied live music clubs showcasing everything from blues to rock. Chicago is a welcoming city dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). Choose Chicago’s EDI team can connect meeting planners with a variety of women-and minority-owned businesses. 7 ACCLAIMED DINING Chicago is known for its amazing dining and wide range of cuisines, from gourmet Michelin-starred and James Beard Award-winning restaurants to comfort classics like hot dogs and deep dish pizza to international cuisine and signature neighborhood eats. 8 RECREATION AND WELLNESS After a day of meetings, relax and get a mental reset by heading outside and enjoying Chicago’s great outdoors. Explore the Chicago Riverwalk, where you can take off on a kayaking adventure or hop on one of our famed architecture cruises. Bike along the beautiful Lakefront Trail that winds along Lake Michigan. Stroll through the breathtaking Millennium Park. Or take a dip at one of our many sandy beaches, with the city skyline as an amazing backdrop. 9 ACCESSIBLE Chicago is proud to be accessible to all visitors, with special accommodations found everywhere from the city’s airports to public transportation to our acclaimed attractions, including sensory-friendly shows and exhibits. Learn more about accessibility in Chicago. 10 EASY TO NAVIGATE Chicago is one of the most walkable large cities in the country, with a pedestrian-friendly downtown and neighborhoods. It also has a comprehensive system of affordable trains and buses, making it easy to get around the city. Subscribe to our free Meeting Professionals newsletter.
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