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The latest updates for meeting professionals

Chicago never stops growing, evolving, and innovating. Keep up with what’s new in our great city, including hotel and venue openings, new attractions and events, and planning tools to elevate your next meeting.

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What’s new in Chicago for 2025/2026
What’s new in Chicago for 2025/2026

As the Best Big City in the U.S. for the past nine years, Chicago always has something new and exciting to experience. Explore the latest hotels, restaurants, attractions, and more coming to Chicago this year and beyond.

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Each year, Chicago is proud to host premier events from around the globe. Get a preview of some of the biggest conventions, meetings, and trade shows coming to Chicago this year.

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