CONTENTS EXPLORE CONVENTION FACILITIES CONVENTION SERVICES FEATURED PARTNERS FOOD & BEVERAGE RESOURCES TRANSPORTATION/ ACCESSIBILITY ACCOMMODATIONS SPECIAL EVENT VENUES NIGHTLIFE THINGS TO DO KEY j = Minority Owned k = Women Owned SMART MUSEUM OF ART, THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO smartmuseum.uchicago.edu Hyde Park | 773-702-0200 The Smart Museum is home to thought-provoking exhibitions and an exquisite collection of art. Always free. SWEDISH AMERICAN MUSEUM swedishamericanmuseum.org Andersonville | 773-728-8111 A nonprofit educational activity center for the celebration and interpretation of Swedish American history and culture. WNDR MUSEUM wndrmuseum.com/ location/chicago West Loop | 312-278-7908 WNDR is an ever-evolving, immersive art exhibit with 20+ awe-inspiring installations. Guests are encouraged to connect, create, and play at WNDR! WATER TOWER PLACE shopwatertower.com Magnificent Mile | 312-440-3580 Water Tower Place is renowned for its vast selection of over 60 stores, including American Girl Place, Lego, Akira, Eileen Fisher, and many more. SPF PICKLEBALL playspf.com Lincoln Park | 773-451-3600 SPF is Chicago’s lifestyle and event space for pickleball and experiential gatherings. Visit us at 2121 N. Clybourn Ave. in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. COURT THEATRE courttheatre.org Hyde Park | 773-753-4472 Winner of the 2022 Regional Theatre Tony Award, Court Theatre reimagines classic theatre to illuminate our current times. HARRIS THEATER FOR MUSIC AND DANCE harristheaterchicago.org Loop | 312-334-7777 | Situated in the distinctive setting of Millennium Park, the Harris Theater is an artistic home for the very best of Chicago’s music and dance companies. HOT TIX hottix.org Online only | 312-977-9483 | Fill up free time with discounted theatre tickets from Hot Tix! Show tickets are available every day, both online and in person. HOUSE OF WOLVES ENTERTAINMENT packdrumline.com Southwest Suburbs | 773-729-7670 House of Wolves Entertainment brings rhythm, light, and energy to life with powerful, unforgettable live performances. j JOFFREY BALLET joffrey.org Loop | 312-739-0120 | Chicago’s premier ballet company. VIP savings, service, and seating for groups of 10 or more. LEAGUE OF CHICAGO THEATRES chicagoplays.com Loop | 312-554-9800 | Your group can fill their free time with affordably priced theatre from Hot Tix! Tickets for dozens of shows available every day, both online and in-person. LOOKINGGLASS THEATRE COMPANY lookingglasstheatre.org Magnificent Mile | 312-337-0665 Recipient of the 2011 Regional Theatre Tony Award. Critically acclaimed live theater on The Magnificent Mile. Visual, physical, and dynamic. LYRIC OPERA OF CHICAGO lyricopera.org Loop | 312-827-5600 | The Lyric Opera of Chicago is one of the world’s great opera companies, renowned for its artistic excellence and breathtaking productions. MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART mcachicago.org Streeterville | 312-280-2660 Discover the great artists of our time at the MCA through ever-changing, provocative exhibits you’ll be thinking about long after you leave. TEATRO ZINZANNI zinzanni.com/chicago Loop | 312-488-0900 | Bring your guests to a magical experience at Teatro ZinZanni, named “Best Night Out!” by Chicago Social . Discounted group rates available. Specialty Stores BLACKLION blacklion.com South Loop | 312-995-2902 | Shop Blacklion, an expertly curated gift and home furnishings store located in the original Cadillac Building on Chicago’s historic Motor Row. k GALLERY37 RETAIL STORE afterschoolmatters.org Loop | 312-744-7267 | Gallery37 Retail Store is imagination on the loose. All proceeds go back to funding the program that makes this store and everything in it possible. HARRY POTTER SHOP CHICAGO harrypottershopchicago.com Magnificent Mile | Harry Potter Shop Chicago opened on April 10, 2025. Dust off your robes and grab your wands as Harry Potter lands in the Windy City! Sports Teams CHICAGO BEARS chicagobears.com South Loop | 847-295-6600 The Chicago Bears, a founding franchise of the NFL, hold the values of the City of Chicago and its people, uniting them as no other organization can. CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS chicagoblackhawks.com West Loop | 312-455-7000 Since their debut in 1926, the Blackhawks have become a Chicago institution, winning their sixth Stanley Cup Championship in 2015. Season runs October through April. CHICAGO CUBS cubs.com Wrigleyville | 773-404-4200 Host your next outing at Wrigley Field! Customize your corporate events on game day and non-game days. Visit cubs. com/suites for more details. CHICAGO WHITE SOX whitesox.com Bridgeport | 312-674-1000 Major League Baseball’s Chicago White Sox play March to October at Rate Field. Group outings and event/meeting space available year-round. SHOPPING Department Stores FASHION OUTLETS OF CHICAGO fashionoutletsofchicago.com Northwest Suburbs | 847-928-7500 Fashion Outlets Chicago is the only two-level indoor outlet shopping experience in the Midwest featuring 130+ designer outlets offering up to 75% off. SPORTS & RECREATION Bike/Skate Rental BOBBY’S BIKE HIKE CHICAGO – BIKE, WALKING, FOOD TOURS & RENTALS bobbysbikehike.com/chicago Streeterville | 312-245-9300 With 300+ bikes (comfort/e-bikes/ child), kayak/SUP rentals, parking, and access to a 20-mile trail, this is the official launch point of Chicago’s Lakefront Trail. Outlet Stores/Malls/ Shopping Centers 900 NORTH MICHIGAN SHOPS shop900.com Magnificent Mile | 312-915-3916 Featuring 70 stores on seven levels. Visit shop900. com to request Exclusively 900 Cards for groups, which feature discounts and a free gift with a $100 purchase. BLOCK 37 blockthirtyseven.com Loop | 312-261-4700 | Urban lifestyle destination located in the heart of the Loop, featuring world-class shopping, an array of restaurants, and a dine-in movie theatre. CHICAGO CHINATOWN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE chicagochinatown.org Chinatown | 312-326-5320 A popular destination with Chinese restaurants, gift shops, and more. Offering a rich blend of heritage, culture, people, businesses, and activities. FASHION OUTLETS OF CHICAGO fashionoutletsofchicago.com Northwest Suburbs | 847-928-7500 Fashion Outlets of Chicago in Rosemont is a one-of-a-kind shopping experience, with over 130 designer outlets. THE SHOPS AT NORTH BRIDGE theshopsatnorthbridge.com Magnificent Mile | 312-870-1622 The Shops at North Bridge features Nordstrom and Eataly, plus 50 stores and 20 restaurants, along Chicago’s Magnificent Mile. THEATRE & PERFORMING ARTS Theatre & Performing Arts AUDITORIUM THEATRE auditoriumtheatre.org Loop | 312-341-2300 | A National Historic Landmark, the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University offers world-class entertainment for a world-class city. BROADWAY IN CHICAGO broadwayinchicago.com Loop | 312-977-1701 | Broadway In Chicago brings the biggest shows to Chicago’s finest stages. For group sales call 312-977-1701 or email groupsales@ broadwayinchicago.com. CHICAGO CULTURAL CENTER chicago.gov/city/en/depts/ dca/supp_info/chicago_ culturalcenter.html Loop | 312-744-5000 | Daily programs and exhibitions covering a wide range of the performing and visual arts, presented by the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. CHICAGO MAGIC LOUNGE chicagomagiclounge.com Andersonville | 312-366-4500 Experience fun, magic, and sophistication at the Chicago Magic Lounge, featuring cocktails, small plates, and mesmerizing acts in a speakeasy setting. Golf CHICAGO PARK DISTRICT GOLF COURSES cpdgolf.com South Loop | 312-245-0909 With six courses, three driving ranges, and two miniature golf courses, there’s golf enjoyment for the whole family, no matter where they are in the city. FIVE IRON GOLF fiveirongolf.com Loop | 315-613-4653 | Where clubhouse meets nightclub. Treat yourself to technology, premium clubs, dedicated hospitality all-stars, and plenty of room to enjoy it all! k HARBORSIDE INTERNATIONAL GOLF CENTER harborsidegolf.com South Deering | 312-782-7837 A public golf complex located 15 miles south of Chicago that features two award-winning, 18-hole golf courses, a driving range, and a golf academy. Recreational Sports NEON PADDLE neonpaddling.com Chinatown | 314-276-6111 Neon Paddle is the world’s first motorized, neon-lit paddleboarding experience. Offering Golden Hour and Night Hour tours daily. j
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