Chicago Meeting Professionals Guide

Welcome To Chicago

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What’s New

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Here’s the scoop on the latest (and most exciting) venue, hotel, dining and nightlife openings that meeting and event planners need to know.

VENUES

Gallagher Way is the fun new entertainment corridor at Wrigley Field that includes an outdoor park space for special events (such as festivals and live music performances), as well as restaurants, bars and the new Hotel Zachary at Gallagher Way.

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2019 Festivals & Events

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Event dates are subject to change. Here is a sampling of our events. For a complete listing, go to choosechicago.com.

JANUARY

Chicago Restaurant Week

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Chicago’s Airports

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AIR TIME MADE EASY

Chicago leads the way when it comes to connectivity. We rest conveniently in the center of the country and boast two first-class airports with approximately 1,460 non-stop arrivals from about 260 domestic and international destinations, allowing attendees to travel from almost anywhere. More than 50 carriers serve O’Hare and Midway, which means attendees can easily travel on the airline of their choice.

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Chicago O’Hare International Airport Maps

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DOMESTIC TRAVEL TERMINALS 1, 2 & 3

TERMINAL 3 (Concourses G, H, K, L & Rotunda)

Air Choice One
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Midway International Airport Map

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DINE

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Chicago Diversity

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Chicago is proudly diverse, hosting one of the world’s largest concentrations of associations and events representing an array of ethnicities and cultures.

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Millennial Venues

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Spark your younger attendees’ interest at these trendy venues.

FUN & GAMES

Games and shareable food are just the right ingredients for breaking the ice in a casual social setting. Rent virtual reality lounges, bowling lanes and karaoke rooms at Punch Bowl Social, or book the entire 30,000-square-foot space for up to 1,000 guests.

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Private Dining

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FOR GROUPS LARGE & SMALL

From stunning river views and historic spaces to mouthwatering dishes by award-winning chefs, Chicago has private group dining covered. For a complete listing, visit meetinchicago.com.

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Uniquely Chicago Special Event Venues

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These incredible city spaces create a one-of-kind experience you’ll only find in Chicago.

OUTDOOR VENUES

The scenic Chicago Riverwalk has several beautiful outdoor venues, including two new additions specializing in cider and beer. The Northman Beer & Cider Garden is the outpost of Chicago’s first cider bar, while Chicago Brewhouse showcases local beer paired with diverse foods representing Chicago’s various neighborhoods.

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Meet Green

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Eco-friendly venues and catering.

Make your next Chicago meeting or event eco-conscious by choosing a sustainable venue or caterer.

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Choose Chicago Is Here To Help

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WE’RE YOUR GO-TO GUIDE FOR PLANNING YOUR NEXT CHICAGO MEETING OR EVENT.

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Explore Chicago’s Collection At McCormick Square

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With McCormick Place convention center as its anchor, Chicago’s exciting Collection at McCormick Square is getting even bigger and better.

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McCormick Place: Facts & Floor Plans

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McCORMICK PLACE WEST

DESIGNED FOR FLEXIBILITY AND CONVENIENCE

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Wintrust Arena: Facts & Floor Plans

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DISCOVER CHICAGO’S HOTTEST SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT VENUE, LOCATED RIGHT BY MCCORMICK PLACE.

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Navy Pier: Facts & Floor Plans

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NAVY PIER, CHICAGO'S LAKEFRONT TREASURE

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Hotel Meeting Facilities & Accommodations

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HOTELS/MOTELS →

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Downtown Chicago

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KEY: This map shows the locations of select hotels in downtown Chicago. Turn the page to find listings for even more accommodations or visit ChooseChicago.com

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Special Event Venues

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ATTRACTIONS VENUES →

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Convention Services

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Accounting/Financial/Legal Services →

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International Consulates

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AUSTRALIAN CONSULATE GENERAL

123 N. Wacker Dr.,

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Transportation

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Getting Around Chicago

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BY CAR

With its central geographic location and status as a hub for major interstates, Chicago is convenient to reach by car from every region of the country. Reserve a discounted parking spot nearly anywhere in the city through iParkit, Millennium Garages or SpotHero.

TRAVELING THE GRID

Because of its unique grid system, Chicago boasts an easy-to-navigate downtown. Whether driving or walking, convention attendees have no trouble traversing the city.

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CTA Rail System

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Dining

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African →

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Nightlife

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Bars/Pubs/Taverns →

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Things To Do

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MUSEUMS →

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