CONTENTS 10 REASONS TO MEET EXPLORE CHOOSE CHICAGO IS HERE TO HELP CONVENTION EVENT VENUES FACILITIES 10 REASONS TO ATTEND WHAT’S NEW FEATURED PARTNERS FESTIVALS & EVENTS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS RESOURCES ONLY IN CHICAGO SPOTLIGHTS AFTER-HOURS GROUP TOURS DINING IN CHICAGO’S SPECIAL NEIGHBORHOODS EVENT VENUES MEET WELL 7 WORLD-CLASS CULTURE Attendees will find plenty to do once their meetings are done. Chicago is home to iconic cultural attractions and events, dynamic theatre, storied live music clubs showcasing everything from blues to rock, plus two scenic waterfronts — Lake Michigan and the Chicago River — bordered by parks and dozens of sandy beaches. 8 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. City Winery Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria 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 HEALTH FOCUSED Chicago has an unparalleled commitment to your attendees’ health and safety. Learn how it’s put into practice at Healthy Meetings Chicago , an interactive digital platform that takes attendees on a journey from landing at one of Chicago’s airports to their arrival at the McCormick Place convention center in the South Loop. LEFT TO RIGHT: GRAHAM CHAPMAN; ABEL ACRCINIEGA
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