Photo: McCormick Place / Google MapsChicago Trade Fairs, Exhibitions & Business Events: Where to Stay
8 major trade fairs, exhibitions and conferences run in Chicago, USA. For each business event below you get the dates, the venue and hotels near the halls, booked with free cancellation and a company invoice. Rooms nearest the venue sell out first, so book early.
Nearest airport: ORD
Popular areas for attendees: South Loop · The Loop · Magnificent Mile · South Loop (McCormick Place) · River North and Magnificent Mile · Streeterville.
All Chicago trade fairs and exhibitions
RSNA Annual Meeting
29 Nov to 3 Dec 2026McCormick Place
RSNA Annual Meeting hotelsHIMSS Global Health Conference
5 Apr to 8 Apr 2027McCormick Place
HIMSS Global Health Conference hotelsNational Restaurant Association Show
22 May to 25 May 2027McCormick Place
National Restaurant Association Show hotelsPACK EXPO International
18 Oct to 21 Oct 2026McCormick Place
PACK EXPO International hotelsAHR Expo
25 Jan to 27 Jan 2027McCormick Place
AHR Expo hotelsNeoCon
13 June to 16 June 2027The Mart
NeoCon hotelsProMat
19 Apr to 21 Apr 2027McCormick Place
ProMat hotelsFABTECH
13 Sept to 16 Sept 2027McCormick Place
FABTECH hotels
Hotels near Chicago exhibition centres
Chicago trade fairs and exhibitions: FAQs
What are the biggest trade shows and exhibitions in Chicago?
Chicago hosts 8 major trade fairs and exhibitions, including RSNA Annual Meeting, HIMSS Global Health Conference, National Restaurant Association Show, PACK EXPO International. Each has a hotel guide with rooms near the venue on Event Escapes.
When are the main Chicago trade fairs?
RSNA Annual Meeting runs 29 Nov to 3 Dec 2026. HIMSS Global Health Conference runs 5 Apr to 8 Apr 2027. National Restaurant Association Show runs 22 May to 25 May 2027. PACK EXPO International runs 18 Oct to 21 Oct 2026. Dates can change, so confirm with each official event site.
Where should I stay for an exhibition in Chicago?
The most convenient areas for attendees are South Loop, The Loop, Magnificent Mile, South Loop (McCormick Place), River North and Magnificent Mile, Streeterville. Booking near the exhibition halls saves commute time on show days.
How do I book hotels for a Chicago business event?
Choose a fair below to see hotels near that venue, with free cancellation. Add your company name and tax number at checkout for an itemised invoice.
EventEscapes is an independent travel platform and is not affiliated with these events or their organizers. Dates and venues can change. Verify with each official event site before booking travel.