Photo: McCormick Place / Google MapsProMat 2027 Hotels
ProMat 2027 runs 19 to 21 April at McCormick Place, Chicago. 52,223 visitors at ProMat 2025
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Where to stay for ProMat 2027: the closest hotels to McCormick Place are in South Loop (McCormick Place) and The Loop, with River North and Magnificent Mile a short ride away. Rooms near the venue sell out first, so book a free-cancellation rate early. Add your company name and tax number at checkout for an itemised company invoice.
ProMat, the material handling, logistics and supply chain show run by MHI, returns to McCormick Place in Chicago from Monday 19 to Wednesday 21 April 2027. The 2027 edition is three days rather than four, and MHI reports 52,223 visitors at ProMat 2025, its largest ProMat to date, with more than 1,200 exhibits and about 200 education sessions announced for 2027. Registration is free. ProMat is separate from MODEX, MHI's other big show, which was held in Atlanta in 2026. With only three show days, a short commute matters: the South Loop around McCormick Place gets you to the halls fastest, while the Loop, River North and Streeterville give you more hotel choice and better evenings, a short train or taxi ride away. This page shows live hotel rates near McCormick Place for your dates, so you can compare ProMat hotels and book before Chicago fills up.
Popular areas for attendees: South Loop (McCormick Place) · The Loop · River North and Magnificent Mile · Streeterville.
- ProMat hotels sorted by distance to McCormick Place, from the South Loop to the Loop, River North and Streeterville
- Live rates for 19 to 21 April 2027, with check-in and check-out dates you can change for exhibitor move-in or extra meetings
- Free-cancellation rates shown where the hotel offers them, useful while your team and meeting plans firm up
- An itemised company invoice emailed at booking, plus a team or exhibitor group quote within 24 hours via our enquiry form
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 19 Apr to 21 Apr 2027
- Venue
- McCormick Place
- City
- Chicago, USA
- Airport
- ORD
- Attendance
- 52,223 visitors at ProMat 2025
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Hotels near McCormick Place for ProMat 2027
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Rates shown for the event window, Sun, Apr 18 → Thu, Apr 22 (arrive the day before, leave the day after), or choose your own dates above.
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Book several rooms near McCormick Place, keep every stay on a free-cancellation rate, and add your company name and tax number at checkout to receive an itemised invoice for your accounts, emailed the moment you book.
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Exhibiting or sending a team? Tell us how many rooms you need and we will send a personalised quote within 24 hours, with the distance from every hotel to McCormick Place. If the closest hotels are nearly full, we split your team across neighbouring hotels a few minutes apart. Corporate accommodation for ProMat
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Where should you eat during ProMat?
McCormick Place sits in the South Loop, an easy ride to both the South Loop's own tables and the West Loop restaurant scene. Chicago is a genuine food city (Smyth holds three Michelin stars and Alinea two), so book the marquee names well ahead when a big show is in town.
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Photo: Girl & The Goat / Google MapsGirl & the Goat
New American / Small plates
West Loop (Randolph St), ~15 min drive from McCormick Place
Stephanie Izard's flagship on West Loop's restaurant row, serving inventive, shareable plates in a buzzy room. One of the toughest and most rewarding reservations in the city.
Tip: Book weeks out; walk-in bar seats are the backup plan.
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Photo: Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse / Google Maps
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Photo: Oliver Drefs / Google MapsGibsons Bar & Steakhouse
Steakhouse
Gold Coast (Rush St), ~15 min drive from McCormick Place
The quintessential Chicago steakhouse: big steaks, martinis and a see-and-be-seen energy that suits entertaining clients. A local institution on Rush Street.
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Photo: Mercat a la Planxa / Google MapsMercat a la Planxa
Spanish / Catalan tapas
South Loop (Michigan Ave), ~7 min drive from McCormick Place
A lively Catalan tapas room overlooking Grant Park, one of the closer upscale options to McCormick Place. Good for a shared, unhurried group dinner.
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Photo: Taylor / Google MapsLou Malnati's Pizzeria
Deep-dish pizza
South Loop (State St), ~8 min drive from McCormick Place
The classic Chicago deep-dish, from one of the city's most storied pizzeria families. The South Loop location is an easy, casual team meal near the convention center.
Tip: Deep-dish takes ~40 min to bake, order as soon as you sit down.
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Photo: Intelligentsia Coffee Millennium Park Coffeebar / Google Maps
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Photo: Kelly Alaksin / Google MapsIntelligentsia Coffee (Millennium Park)
Coffee / Cafe
The Loop (Millennium Park), ~12 min drive from McCormick Place
The Chicago-born roaster widely credited with helping start the third-wave coffee movement in 1995. The Millennium Park coffeebar is an ideal caffeine stop when you're up in the Loop.
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Photo: Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen / Google Maps
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Photo: Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen / Google MapsManny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen
Jewish deli
South Loop, ~6 min drive from McCormick Place
A cash-quick, cafeteria-style Chicago deli institution famous for its corned beef and matzo ball soup. About as fast and local a lunch as you'll find near the convention center.
Tip: Lunch-focused; it winds down by mid-afternoon.
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Client dinner, team night out or a free day after ProMat: bookable experiences in Chicago, same account, same checkout.
While you're in Chicago
Chicago is a great sports and festival town, and several of its venues are an easy trip from McCormick Place.
Chicago Cubs (MLB)
Day baseball at historic Wrigley Field is a bucket-list experience even if you're not a fan.
Find ticketsChicago White Sox (MLB)
South Side baseball at Rate Field, one of the closer ballparks to McCormick Place.
Find ticketsChicago Bears (NFL)
NFL games at lakefront Soldier Field, just north of the convention center.
Find ticketsChicago Bulls (NBA)
NBA basketball at the United Center on the Near West Side.
Find ticketsLollapalooza
A four-day, multi-stage music festival in Grant Park drawing top global headliners.
Find ticketsFixtures recur each season; exact dates for your fair week are confirmed at ticket search.
How do you get to ProMat?
From O'Hare International (ORD)
- O'Hare is Chicago's main airport, with direct flights from most US cities and many international hubs
- The CTA Blue Line runs from O'Hare into the Loop; from there, change for the Green Line to Cermak-McCormick Place or take a short taxi to the South Loop
- Taxis and rideshare to the South Loop can take an hour or more in weekday traffic, so allow plenty of time on arrival day
- Spring weather can still delay flights into Chicago, so a flexible or free-cancellation room is worth considering
From Midway (MDW) and by rail
- Midway is Chicago's second airport, closer to the South Loop than O'Hare and served mainly by domestic and short-haul flights
- The CTA Orange Line links Midway with the Loop
- Amtrak trains arrive at Chicago Union Station on the western edge of the Loop, a short taxi ride from McCormick Place
How do you get around during ProMat?
Getting to McCormick Place each day
- Metra Electric trains stop at McCormick Place station, a quick ride from Millennium Station and Van Buren Street in the Loop
- The CTA Green Line's Cermak-McCormick Place station is the nearest L stop to the campus
- Hyatt Regency McCormick Place and Marriott Marquis Chicago sit beside the campus, so you can walk to the halls
- Check the travel pages on the ProMat site for any hotel shuttle service before you choose a hotel further out
Around Chicago in April
- April in Chicago is changeable, with cool, windy days off Lake Michigan, so pack a warm layer and a waterproof
- The L is the quickest way between the Loop, River North and the South Loop for evening plans
- Rideshare demand spikes at show close, so the train is often quicker back to the Loop
- Restaurants in the Loop, River North and the West Loop fill with client dinners during show week, so reserve ahead
Do you need a visa for ProMat?
Visa-free / visa on arrival
- Citizens of Visa Waiver Program countries, including the UK, most of the EU, Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand, can usually attend a trade show for up to 90 days with an approved ESTA rather than a visa
- Apply for ESTA on the official US government website well before you fly; approvals are normally valid for two years, and unofficial sites charge extra for the same form
- Canadian citizens do not normally need a visa or ESTA for a short business visit of this kind
eVisa / visa required
- Most other nationalities, including India, China, Brazil and South Africa, need a B-1/B-2 visitor visa, which involves an in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate
- Interview waits vary widely by country and can run to months, so start the application as soon as you decide to attend ProMat
- If you have previously been refused an ESTA or are ineligible for the Visa Waiver Program, you will need to apply for a full visa instead
Documents to carry
- Your ProMat registration confirmation and, if exhibiting, a letter from your employer explaining your role at the show
- Your hotel confirmation and return or onward travel details, which US border officers commonly ask to see
- A passport valid for the whole of your stay, with your ESTA approval or visa linked to it
Entry and visa rules change often; check current requirements with the US embassy in your country or official US government sources before you book travel.
First time at ProMat?
- ProMat 2027 is three days, Monday to Wednesday, so plan your meetings before you arrive rather than on the floor
- Keynotes start at 8:30 each morning in the Grand Ballroom S100, so allow time to get to McCormick Place early if you want a seat
- Registration is free on the ProMat site; register in advance so your badge is ready
- MHI Industry Night runs on the Tuesday evening, which is worth keeping free if you want to network
- Wear comfortable shoes: McCormick Place is a very large campus and the show spreads across several halls
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- International visitors should look at the International Visitors section of the ProMat site before travelling
- A Loop hotel near a Metra Electric station gives you a quick train to McCormick Place and a much wider choice of restaurants in the evening
- If you are booking for an exhibitor team, add a night before the show for set-up and confirm times with the organiser
ProMat travel FAQs
When is ProMat 2027?
ProMat takes place 19 Apr to 21 Apr 2027 at McCormick Place in Chicago, USA.
Where is ProMat held?
ProMat is held at McCormick Place in Chicago, USA. The nearest airport is ORD.
When and where is ProMat 2027?
ProMat 2027 runs from Monday 19 to Wednesday 21 April 2027 at McCormick Place in Chicago. It is a three day show, one day shorter than past editions.
Where should I stay for ProMat?
The South Loop around McCormick Place is the most convenient, with hotels beside the campus. The Loop is a short Metra Electric or Green Line ride away, while River North, the Magnificent Mile and Streeterville have the widest hotel choice and are a longer ride or taxi trip.
How do I get to McCormick Place from my hotel?
Take the Metra Electric to McCormick Place station from Millennium Station or Van Buren Street, or the CTA Green Line to Cermak-McCormick Place. Hotels beside the campus are within walking distance.
Is ProMat the same as MODEX?
No. Both are run by MHI, but ProMat is held at McCormick Place in Chicago, while MODEX is a separate MHI show (the 2026 edition was in Atlanta). This page covers ProMat 2027 in Chicago.
Is Event Escapes the official ProMat hotel provider?
No. We are an independent hotel booking site with no affiliation with MHI or ProMat. Check the ProMat site for any official hotel block, and compare it with the live rates here.
Can you help with ProMat exhibitor accommodation for a team?
Yes. Send us your group size and dates through the enquiry form and we will reply with a team quote within 24 hours.
Register for your attendee badge
Your entry badge is separate from your hotel. Get it from the official ProMat portal before you travel. We handle the travel; the event handles the badge.
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Which hotels are closest to McCormick Place?
The closest hotels to the venue with the distance, the walk or ride time and an indicative nightly rate, refreshed weekly. Live prices for your exact dates are in the booking section above. Last checked 25 October 2026.
Cheap and 3 star hotels near McCormick Place
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congress Plaza Hotel★★★ | 2.7 km | ~10 min ride | $349 |
| The Buckingham Hotel★★★ | 3.0 km | ~11 min ride | $402 |
More hotels close to McCormick Place
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago★★★★ | 0.2 km | ~3 min walk | $1,200 |
| Marriott Marquis Chicago★★★★ | 0.4 km | ~6 min walk | $749 |
| The St. Regis Chicago★★★★★ | 4.0 km | ~14 min ride | $1,037 |
| The Langham, Chicago★★★★★ | 4.2 km | ~15 min ride | $714 |
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