Find Conference Room spaces for rent in Chicago, IL

About Chicago

Snug against the stunning Lake Michigan is the city of Chicago, one of the largest cities in all of the US. With its position and vast size come all of the wonderful things you might expect from a large metropolis: attractions at every turn, for every interest or preference. From iconic museums to the perfect meal, you'll find it all in this modern colossus. Indeed, with its unique landscape, bold architecture, and fabulous art scene, Chicago is a unique place with something for everyone. The climate in Chicago is moderate, with frigid winters and mildly hot summers. And its landscape is a mix of cityscape, lakeside views, and natural settings - with everything from skyscrapers to parks and many other attractions. Finally, the food scene here is rich and diverse - with cuisines from the eclectic to the iconic, including Chicago's famous city-style hotdogs and deep-dish pizzas.

With it's vast abundance of offerings - both in terms of local attractions and entertainment, as well as commercial opportunity, Chicago is the perfect place to host any kind of meeting. And what better spot to host one than in Chicago's many conference room venues and locations.

• Interesting Fact:
  Chicago has dozens of different types of museums for you to explore, including the famous Art Institute of Chicago, Museum of Contemporary Photography, Field Museum, American Writers Museum, and the WNDR Museum.

Conference Room Services in Chicago

You'll find plenty of services who can help you set up your conference room and make your Chicago event just right.

• Equipment rental
  Holding a conference implies needing a lot of equipment, and you can find all of it in the Windy City. Whether you need printers and scanners, laptops, tablets and smartphones, or just chairs and tables, you won’t have to stress about it at all.
  
  
• Transportation
  Punctuality is a must when it comes to holding a conference, and, while public transport in Chicago is great, it might not work with your schedule. To remedy that, you can rent yourself a car and go at your own pace. If you have attendees coming from the airport, they can enjoy the trip in a charter bus, a van, or even a limousine.
  
  
• Audio and visual
  It’s all about presentation, and having that little bit of technological boost can definitely bring it up to another level. Rent projectors, cameras, monitors and even VR headsets to truly showcase everything your conference is about.
  
  
• Caterers
  Every conference is a lot of work, so catering cannot be neglected if everyone’s to stay concentrated for the whole event. You can have a customized menu just for your conference, and there is a great number of restaurants that deliver food. There are vegan and gluten-free options, as well as exotic, classic and completely unique meals that can only be delivered by the caterers in Chicago.
  
  
• Attire
  It is important to be dressed immaculately when holding a conference. Whether you prefer a classic and sharp or a modern and bold silhouette, you will definitely find something to your taste in one of the many shops in Chicago. If you want to stay on budget, you can also rent an outfit, as well as accessories.

Conference Room Planning Companies in Chicago

• Marquette Avenue Events
  With almost two decades of experience, Marquette Avenue Events can help in procuring a venue, planning food and beverage and securing audio-visual equipment. They can also deal with marketing giveaways as well as securing rentals and managing print materials.

• Tracy Fisher Events
  At Tracy Fisher Events there is a great variety of services you are being offered, starting from the essentials like vendor contracts, décor, menus and invitations to the more specific like security, seating, and name tags. Whatever personal touches you might want to add, they will accommodate.

• Paulette Wolf Events
  This company has over forty years of experience and has worked with brands like Nike, Disney and Mercedes Benz. They organize events both big and small and some of the services they offer are budgeting, vendor sourcing, food and beverage operation, as well as the technical part like sound and lighting.

Pros and Cons of Planning a Conference in Chicago

Advantages

• Public transport
  Public transport is a great way to get around the city of Chicago, and it will allow you to go just about anywhere you need to. It is reliable and affordable, so you won’t have to worry about being late or wasting money.

• Services
  When it comes to getting the supplies you need, Chicago is one of the greatest cities in America. It has everything you could ever need for your conference, and more, so plan away.

• Things to do
  You will never run out of things to do and places to visit in this magnificent city, so after your conference is done, go and find a relaxing thing to do – walk around a park, visit a museum, or simply go for a bite.

Disadvantages

• Traffic
  Traffic is not an uncommon problem in cities as large as Chicago, but that doesn’t make it any less frustrating to deal with. Make sure you take it into account when organizing.

• Weather
  The weather in Chicago can be very moody, so keep your attendees in mind when it comes to getting them to the conference space safely and on time.

• The prices
  While it puts at your disposal every single thing you might think of when it comes to organizing your conference, Chicago can also be quite pricey.

Famous Conference Locations in Chicago

Try to find your conference room venue nearby this fantastic Chicago attractions to have a bit of fun after your very important event.

• Willis Tower
  Counting over one hundred stories, you'll get to see a sprawling view of the city from the top of this Chicago high-rise. In fact, whether you opt to step onto the infamous 'ledge' to see the city under your feet, or take photo from down below, you'll have a post-conference blast at Willis Tower, the tallest building in the city.
  

• Lincoln Park
  Home to the Lincoln Park Zoo, The Alfred Caldwell Lilly Pool, Lincoln Park Conservatory, and a few other museums and beaches, you'll find plenty to see at this stunning attraction. It’s a whole world of its own, an oasis made for relaxation and enjoyment after a hard day’s conference.

• The Magnificent Mile
  Running from the Chicago River to Oak Street in the Near North Side, the Magnificent Mile is a stretch of upscale tourist spots adjacent to downtown Chicago. It's an amazing place to shop, but also to eat, stop, and see: with plenty of places to visit, including dozens of historic landmarks, galleries, museums and restaurants.