Plan medical meetings in Chicago

Chicago is an unmatched destination for medical conferences and events of all sizes.

Come discover unique venues, a robust medical community, seamless connectivity — and why today’s top medical associations and groups choose Chicago for meetings, year after year.

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A global leader in medical events

Find out why Chicago is considered a powerhouse for medical innovation.

Home to a dynamic community of growing biotech hubs and incubators.

Anchored by globally recognized universities, national labs, and research facilities.

A vibrant workforce of nearly 100,000 life science professionals, ranked #5 nationally.

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Why medical meetings choose Chicago

“It was a pleasure to be back in Chicago for AUA. 37% of our attendees were international, and Chicago’s two international airports provided great access for our attendees that travel from all parts of the globe. Over 100 countries were represented! Thank you, Chicago. We look forward to returning.”

— Janet Skorepa, Executive VP, Education and Meetings, American Urological Association

“Teaming up with the Chicago Cubs was truly a home run for Conquer Cancer. It not only amplified our message and connected us with the passionate people of Chicago, but it also opened doors to meaningful collaborations with the city’s vibrant business community. These relationships have become a cornerstone of our continued engagement with Chicago. We look forward to returning to the city every year, attracting 45,000 attendees for the ASCO Annual Meeting held at McCormick Place.”

— Nancy R. Daly, MS, MPH, CEO, Conquer Cancer®, the ASCO Foundation

“HIMSS in Chicago was a huge success! We were thrilled to be back in Chicago where we experienced a 35% spike in attendance. Chicago’s variety of hotels, best-in-class restaurants, the vast healthcare industry in the area and having two international airports help drive attendance for us. We look forward to coming back.”

— Elli Riley, VP, Events & Exhibitions, Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society

“Chicago is a great city for a large international meeting. The international airport lift is exceptional. McCormick has more than enough space for a large exhibit show and there are multiple options for using the space. Also, there are so many hotel options that will support any needs for citywide blocks. The Choose Chicago team is very supportive and willing to do whatever is needed to assist the meeting team.”

— Pamela Balinger, Vice President of Meetings & Events, American Association for Cancer Research

McCormick Place

McCormick Place is the largest and most flexible convention center in the Western Hemisphere.

With over 2.6 million square feet of exhibition space, McCormick Place proudly hosts some of the world’s largest and most prestigious conventions, meetings, and trade shows in the medical sector and beyond.

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Unique Chicago venues

Discover Chicago’s array of unique event venues, offering flexibility and customization for groups of all sizes and types. Find the perfect space for your next medical event: