IFT ANNUAL MEETING & FOOD EXPOIFT’s Annual Event & Food Expo is one of the largest events of its kind bringing together science of food professionals worldwide representing all segments of the profession. R&D, Ingrédients, Safety & Quality, Technology, Equipment, Processing... |
once a year |
McCormick Place
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07/13/2025 4 days |
EV CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE SUMMIT: NORTH AMERICAThe EV Charging Infrastructure Summit North America convenes top industry experts and utility professionals to examine how growing EV adoption rates will impact the network, and what investments are needed to ensure grid stability and benefit |
once a year |
McCormick Place
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07/15/2025 2 days |
ASI SHOW CHICAGORegional Networking Event & Exhibition for the Advertizing Industry Professionals in Chicago. ASI SHOW CHICAGO brings together suppliers, decorators and distributors within the advertising specialty industry |
once a year |
McCormick Place
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07/22/2025 3 days |
CLINICAL LAB EXPOWorld’s largest gathering of professionals & exposition of clinical laboratory products & services. Clinical Lab Expo features new science & technology in all areas of clinical diagnostics, automation, information systems, point-of-care, OEM, biotech... |
once a year |
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07/27/2025 5 days |
LUXURY BRIDAL EXPO CHICAGO MARRIOTT NAPERVILLELuxury Bridal Exhibition in Chicago. LUXURY BRIDAL EXPO features Bridal Gowns & Shops, Accessories and Fashion Jewelry, Party & Activities providers, Beauty, Lifestyle & Wellness products, Caterers, Wedding Dresses, Event Plan |
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Chicago Marriott Naperville
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07/27/2025 1 day |
CHICAGO COLLECTIVE - MEN'S EDITIONThe Chicago Collective is one of the greater menswear show in North America, hosting top brands from around the world |
twice a year |
The Mart
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08/02/2025 4 days |
NATIONAL BRIDAL MARKET CHICAGOBridal Expo. National Bridal Market Chicago™ is the leading show for all your bridal & special occasion needs, offering the latest styles from the industry's top manufactures of bridal gowns & bridesmaids gowns |
twice a year |
The Mart
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08/17/2025 3 days |
FABTECHNorth America's Largest Welding, Metal Forming and Fabricating Event. FABTECH provides a convenient 'one stop shop' venue where you can meet with world-class suppliers, see the latest industry products & developments, etc |
once a year |
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09/08/2025 4 days |
ZAK WORLD OF FAÇADES - USA - CHICAGOZak World of Façades is an International conference series on façade design & engineering |
once a year |
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09/18/2025 1 day |
WEFTECWater Environment Technical Exhibition & Conference. WEFTEC is the biggest meeting of its kind in North America and offers thousands of water quality professionals from around the world the best water quality education and training available today |
once a year |
McCormick Place
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09/27/2025 5 days |
ACCESS MBA - CHICAGOACCESS MBA is a communication campaign specifically designed to better inform prospective students of existing MBA opportunities. ACCESS MBA is a series of events organised around the world |
twice a year |
Sheraton Grand, Chicago
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09/29/2025 1 day |
ART FOR LIFE CHICAGOArt For Life Chicago is a juried art auction and destination social event bringing the work of next generation artists, along with that of established artists. The artist-donated work is presented and auctioned in both virtual and live format |
once a year |
The Mart
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Oct. 2025 (?) |
CHICAGO COLLECTIVE - WOMEN'S EDITIONThe Chicago Collective is one of the greater womenswear show in North America, hosting top brands from around the world |
twice a year |
The Mart
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Oct. 2025 (?) |
VINITALY USA - WINE2WINE BUSINESS FORUMInternational Wine & Spirits Trade Exhibition. Vinitaly is the leading wine & spirits trade fair targeting wine business operators on international markets.​​ |
once a year |
Navy Pier
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10/05/2025 2 days |
BUSINESS ANALYST WORLD - CHICAGOPractical Skills and the Latest Products to get Projects Done on-Time, on-Budget and on-Expectation. ProjectWorld * BusinessAnalystWorld offers a unique experience for attendees, bringing together experts, practitioners, certifying bodies & service |
once a year |
Chicago Marriott Naperville
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10/06/2025 3 days |
DESIGN CHICAGODesign Chicago is the Midwest’s Largest Residential Design Conference featuring two days of education, product features and design inspiration from the kitchen, bath and home furnishings showrooms |
once a year |
The Mart
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10/08/2025 2 days |
PROCESS EXPOGlobal Food Equipment and Technology Show. PROCESS EXPO is the nation’s largest trade show dedicated to bringing the latest technology and integrated solutions to all segments of the food and beverage industry |
every 2 years |
McCormick Place
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10/28/2025 3 days |
CHICAGO BUILD EXPOA Leading & Large-Scale Construction Expo for Chicago & the Midwest. Network with thousands of decision makers from the Midwest's leading contractors, realtors, developers, architects, housebuilders, civil engineers... |
once a year |
McCormick Place
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10/29/2025 2 days |
ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICAInternational Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services. ISSA/INTERCLEAN is the one week when all associations and the commercial and institutional cleaning industry come together to do business |
once a year |
McCormick Place
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11/10/2025 4 days |
LUXURY BRIDAL EXPO MARRIOTT HOTEL O'HARELuxury Bridal Exhibition in Chicago. LUXURY BRIDAL EXPO CHICAGO features Bridal Gowns & Shops, Accessories and Fashion Jewelry, Party & Activities providers, Beauty, Lifestyle and Wellness products, Caterers, Wedding Dresses, Event Planners |
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Chicago Marriott O'Hare
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11/23/2025 1 day |
RSNARadiology and medical imaging professionals Forum. The Radiological Society of North America (RSNA®) is an international society of radiologists, medical physicists and other medical professionals with 48, 000+ members across the globe |
once a year |
McCormick Place
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11/30/2025 5 days |
MICROGRID GLOBAL INNOVATION FORUM - NORTH AMERICAThe Forum brings together thought leaders, utilities, energy providers, project managers... for focused networking & information sharing concerning the latest technological developments, design and implementation of hybrid renewable energy microgrids |
once a year |
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Dec. 2025 (?) |
ONE OF A KIND SHOW & SALEThe One of a Kind Show & Sale brings together 300 talented artists, makers and designers with thousands of shoppers who love art and handmade work. This is the best event to find great gifts |
twice a year |
The Mart
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Dec. 2025 (?) |
RE+ MIDWESTRE+ Midwest attracts energy professionals from across the solar and storage markets each year to facilitate business and connections |
once a year |
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
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12/03/2025 2 days |
SOLAR POWER MIDWESTRE+ Midwest is the premier forum for professionals dedicated to the integration of solar, storage, and additional renewable energy assets like wind energy and electric vehicle infrastructure in the region |
once a year |
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
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12/03/2025 2 days |
CHICAGO RV SHOWRecreational Vehicles Show in Chicago, IL. CHIVAGO CAMPING RV EXPO features camping car, travel trailers, SUV, Tow vehicle, automobile parts, car accessories, tool, all travel & recreational vehicles |
once a year |
Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel
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01/09/2026 3 days |
CHICAGO BOAT, RV & SAIL SHOWChicago Boat, RV & Sail Show. Whether you're looking to compare potential boat brands, purchase a vessel, or learn from the pros, this year's show has something in store for everyone |
once a year |
McCormick Place
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01/28/2026 5 days |
LUXURY BRIDAL EXPO MARRIOTT HOTEL OAK BROOKLuxury Bridal Exhibition in Chicago. LUXURY BRIDAL EXPO CHICAGO features Bridal Gowns & Shops, Accessories and Fashion Jewelry, Party & Activities providers, Beauty, Lifestyle and Wellness products, Caterers, Wedding Dresses, Event Planners |
once a year |
Chicago Marriott Oak Brook
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Feb. 2026 (?) |
THE INSPIRED HOME SHOWInternational Home + Housewares Show offers you the opportunity to see first-hand consumer lifestyle and product trends for all areas of the home, both inside and out, under one roof |
once a year |
McCormick Place
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03/10/2026 3 days |
AMERICAN MANUFACTURING SUMMITAmerican Summit dedicated to plant floor operations and manufacturing strategy |
every 2 years |
Chicago Marriott Schaumburg
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03/17/2026 2 days |
C2E2 - CHICAGO COMIC & ENTERTAINMENTChicago Comic & Entertainment Expo. Comics, cosplay, gaming, wrestling, and anime abound in the only pop culture convention in the heart of Downtown Chicago! |
once a year |
McCormick Place
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03/27/2026 2 days |
ANALYTICS UNITEEvent dedicated to data analysis and analytical strategies in retail and consumer goods. Develop commercial experiences, perfect your skills through peer exchange |
once a year |
The Drake Hotel
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April 2026 (?) |
WORLD’S LEADING WINES CHICAGOSourcing Event for Wine Importers & Distributors. The World’s Leading Wines events are series of targeted trade tastings, networking events and dinners attended exclusively by the head wine buyers from leading importers and distributors |
once a year |
Park Hyatt Chicago
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04/15/2026 1 day |
BELLAVITA EXPO - CHICAGOThe leading trade event outside Italy promoting the finest Italian food and beverages to thousands of buyers as well as educational content including the latest trends, masterclasses with Michelin-starred Chefs and debates |
once a year |
McCormick Place
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May 2026 (?) |
USA TRADE TASTINGAn annual Trade event featuring exciting wines, craft beers and craft spirits from all over the world to US importers, distributors, retailers and press |
once a year |
Morgan MFG
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May 2026 (?) |
UTILITY AI INNOVATION FORUMThe Utility AI Innovation Forum will bring together key industry thought leaders, utilities and technology innovators to explore the potential and progress of AI in the evolving energy grid |
once a year |
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May 2026 (?) |
WINE & DESIGN: A TASTING GROUPTHE MART, in partnership with Wine Spectator Magazine, invites you to a new experience in wine and design. Enjoy tastings of wine from around the world with savory hors d'oeuvres |
once a year |
The Mart
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May 2026 (?) |
NRA SHOWThe National Restaurant, Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show, the largest gathering of foodservice professionals in the western hemisphere, is open to professionals involved in the restaurant, foodservice and hospitality industry |
once a year |
McCormick Place
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05/16/2026 4 days |
ASCO ANNUAL MEETINGASCO offers premier scientific events for oncology professionals, patient advocates, industry representatives, and major media outlets worldwide |
once a year |
McCormick Place
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05/29/2026 5 days |
CHICAGO BOOK & PAPER FAIRBooksellers from All Across the Midwest and the USA Offer Fine Antiquarian, Rare, Collectible, First Edition and Other Books in Many Fields |
once a year |
Chicago Journeyman Plumbers Union Hall
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June 2026 (?) |
HOSPITALITY DESIGN - CHICAGO CITYSCENEEvent that brings together up-and-coming and established hospitality professionals—including designers, architects, purchasing agents, brand executives, and owners |
once a year |
Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile
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June 2026 (?) |
NEOCONNorth America’s most important design exposition and conference for commercial interiors. NeoCon offers ideas and introductions that shape the built environment today and into the future |
once a year |
The Mart
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06/08/2026 3 days |
SMALL BUSINESS EXPO CHICAGOBusiness Trade Show. Small Business Expo brings together thousands of business owners and decision-makers to network, attend business critical workshops, build new business relationships and shop from vendors that provide unique products & services |
once a year |
Isadore and Sadie Dorin Forum
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06/10/2026 1 day |
AUTOMATE SHOWInternational industrial automation technologies trade exhibition in North America |
once a year |
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06/22/2026 4 days |
IMTSInternational Machine Tool Trade Show. More than 82, 000 industrial decision-makers attend the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) to get ideas and find answers to their manufacturing problems |
every 2 years |
McCormick Place
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09/14/2026 6 days |
APTA EXPOAPTA EXPO is public transportation's premier showcase of technology, products and services |
every 3 years |
McCormick Place
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10/04/2026 4 days |
PACK EXPO INTERNATIONAL - CHICAGONorth America's largest packaging and processing show. For end users and suppliers around the world, PACK EXPO INTERNATIONAL offers a quality professional experience and a wide range of packaging innovations for each vertical market |
every 2 years |
McCormick Place
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10/18/2026 4 days |
PROMATExpo for material handling and logistics equipment and technologies. ProMat showcases Inventory Management & Controlling Technologies, Dock & Warehouse Equipment & Supplies, Automatic Identification Equipment & Systems, Supply Chain Management |
every 2 years |
McCormick Place
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March 2027 (?) |