# Chicago, IL Trade Shows & Conventions Surge Calendar (2026–2027)

- **Canonical URL:** https://conventions.com/cities/chicago/events
- **Parent City Hub:** https://conventions.com/cities/chicago
- **CityScore™:** 8.7 / 10 (#1 Midwest Industrial & Medical Flagship Hub)
- **Local Ground Director Desk:** Sara Chaval · National & Chicago Ground Desk · (702) 576-1312 (Operated by ConventionPeople.com)
- **Summary:** Complete 2026–2027 Chicago, IL trade show and convention surge calendar. Compare verified attendance, hotel surge multiples, booth costs (~$12,450 10×10 all-in), and host venues.

## Key Chicago, IL Benchmarks
- **Hall License Range:** $0.42–$0.62 / net sq. ft. (McCormick Place)
- **CVB Subvention Rule:** 50%–100% Hall License Subvention w/ 1,500+ Peak Room Nights in Chicago + $30/nt Master Block Rebate
- **Banquet Tax & Service Load:** 10.25% Retail Sales Tax + 25% Banquet Service Charge (~37.8% Compounded '++' Multiplier)
- **Hotel Occupancy Tax & Mandatory Resort Fees:** 17.4% Combined Chicago Hotel Occupancy & Tourism Assessment
- **Typical 10×10 All-In:** ~$12,450 (Zero-Drayage CloudBooth™: $3,995 Flat)
- **FY2027 GSA Per-Diem:** $230–$270/nt (Seasonal) • $86/day M&IE