Insights

from experts leading Chicago's hospitality and tourism markets

Strategies

to strengthen operations, marketing and leadership

Connections

that open doors to partnerships and jobs

Trends

shaping events, venues and guest experiences

A Summit for every professional

Pick the one that sounds like you.

Attendees meeting exhibitors at The Summit 2026
For Hotel & Hospitality Professionals

If you're a hotel concierge, salesperson, guest services professional, or part of a management team, The Summit Chicago is an investment in your career. Discover the latest trends in operations, sales, service, and guest experience. Learn how top companies use technology, data, and strategic planning to deliver excellence across every touchpoint. Gain new ideas to help your team increase performance, drive revenue, and elevate customer satisfaction.

For Meeting & Event Planners

If you're a meeting, wedding, or event planner, or a destination management company (DMC), The Summit Chicago is built for you. Access educational programs that help you plan smarter, negotiate confidently, and deliver unforgettable experiences. You'll meet trusted vendors, explore innovative venues, and gain practical strategies you can apply immediately. The Summit Chicago's planner education sessions are curated to help you grow your business, enhance your reputation, and achieve measurable success.

For Businesses & Attractions

Connect with tourism leaders, corporate planners, and marketing teams looking for unique experiences, venues, and local partnerships. Build relationships that open doors for collaboration, new clients, and long-term growth. The Summit Chicago connects Illinois businesses and attractions with the professionals who can help them expand reach, visibility, and results.

For Wedding & Social Event Planners

Network with venues, entertainment providers, and creative professionals who make Chicago's weddings and private events world-class. Learn how to attract luxury clients, manage operations efficiently, and align with top vendors across the city. Whether you specialize in destination weddings or local celebrations, The Summit Chicago helps you stay ahead of the latest design, service, and planning trends.

For Influencers, Media & Content Creators

Gain behind-the-scenes access to the city's largest hospitality event. Capture stories, discover new products, and collaborate with businesses shaping the next wave of Chicago's hospitality and tourism industry. Build relationships that expand your reach and connect your brand with the leaders and companies redefining Chicago's visitor experience. Media credentials: Nick Harkin, Carol Fox & Associates.

Plan your day

Know before you go

Venues & getting there

  • City Hall & Recess: 838 W. Kinzie St.
  • Morgan Manufacturing: 401 N. Morgan St.
  • A four-minute walk apart in the West Loop

Check-in

  • City Hall: 9:30 AM–12:50 PM
  • Morgan Manufacturing: 2:30–5:30 PM
  • No check-in at Recess

Parking & transit

  • Summit guests can't use the Morgan Manufacturing lot. Plan on street parking, a garage or transit.
  • Metered street parking on Grand Ave. (north) and Washington Blvd. (south); limited free street parking south and west of Morgan
  • Reserve a nearby garage ahead with SpotHero or ParkWhiz
  • CTA Green or Pink Line to Morgan (Lake & Morgan), about five blocks south
  • CTA Blue Line to Grand, or grab a Divvy bike nearby

The program

Learn, network, and grow together

Learn

Interactive workshops and high-impact panels led by industry leaders, with global insight and local relevance.

Network

Small-group discussions where peers share challenges and trade solutions.

Roundtable Luncheon

A seat at a topic table with peers, partners and mentors. Included with luncheon tickets.

Grow

Meet partners on the trade show floor and leave with strategies built for an industry that runs on collaboration.

April 27, 2027

The day

9:30 AM

Check-in opens at City Hall

838 W. Kinzie St. · open until 12:50 PM · Education & Eggs breakfast

10:20 AM

Breakouts at 10:20, 11:00 and 11:40

City Hall · Planner and Tourism tracks

12:20 PM

State of the Industry keynote

Kristen Reynolds, President & CEO, Choose Chicago

12:55 PM

Roundtable Luncheon

Recess · luncheon ticket holders · 150 seats

2:30 PM

Trade show

Morgan Manufacturing · 401 N. Morgan St. · until 6:00 PM · check-in 2:30–5:30 PM

6:00 PM

After party

Recess · included with every ticket

Guests at the 2026 Summit Awards

Questions

Who should attend The Summit Chicago?

Meeting, event and wedding planners, DMCs, hotel sales and management teams, concierges, attractions, venues, suppliers, and media and creators who work in Chicago's visitor economy.

Is The Summit Chicago one day or two?

One day: Tuesday, April 27, 2027, from 9:30 AM check-in to the 6:00 PM after party.