Sunday, October 18, 2026: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday, October 19, 2026: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Tuesday, October 20, 2026: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Wednesday, October 21, 2026: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
See the services and offers provided to PACK EXPO International attendees and exhibitors, as well as tips on getting in and around Chicago.
EXHIBITORS ARRIVING EARLY? PLAN FOR MARATHON WEEKEND
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon will take place on Sunday, October 11. Due to road closures associated with the marathon, travelers should plan for additional travel time on Sunday and Monday.
For exhibitors with a Monday target date, please share this information with your carriers to avoid traffic and road closures. All exhibitors flying into Chicago are encouraged to use public transportation whenever possible. Check Marathon Street Closures.
Free Shuttle Buses
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Free shuttle buses will run between official PACK EXPO International hotels and the McCormick Place Campus during the show. Be sure to look for signage at your hotel directing you to the boarding points. Shuttle bus schedules and pickup points are subject to change. Shuttle buses drop off in all McCormick Place buildings and pick-up in South, Lakeside and West buildings.
For ADA transportation, call 1-725-777-5998. Please request ADA service at least 20 min. in advance of pick-up time.
Going to PACK gives BACK? Note several hotels are within walking distance of the House of Blues. See map here.
Located on Level 2.5 of the Grand Concourse in the South Building, the METRA Electric commuter railroad provides direct service to and from downtown Chicago. Access to ride the Metra Electric line (only) is free to all visitors of PACK EXPO International. See map for METRA Electric stops, nearby hotels and other available CTA (Chicago Transit Authority) lines.
Trains will depart the McCormick Place station on Sunday: 4:17pm, 4:47pm, 5:27pm & 6:17pm Monday - Wednesday: Every 10-20 min. from 3:12pm-6:10pm. See full Metra Electric Line schedule
Uber, Lyft, Curb and Arro ride share pick-up locations are available in the South and West Buildings. The main taxi pick-up is located at South Building (Gate 4).
There are three main parking lots on the campus, all within walking distance of the convention complex. Advanced reservations are highly encouraged as parking lots fill up by 9 am on show days.
Get directions, parking information, reservation access, capacity info, updates on parking lot options, as well as real-time parking lot updates on the McCormick Place linktree webpage.
Scootaround is the exclusive provider of mobility solutions at McCormick Place. Through their on-site location in the Baggage/Coat Check area near Gate 4 of the Grand Concourse, on the main level, you can rent mobility scooters, wheelchairs, and oxygen equipment. Advance reservation is encouraged.
GO Airport Express is the premier airport shuttle provider for Chicago’s O’Hare and Midway Airports and Convention Center. They offer efficient and economical shared ride services, express luxury sedans as well as a complete line of charter vehicle services. Shuttles depart every 30 minutes from McCormick Place -South, Gate 3. Shuttles will operate during show days from Noon to 6pm.
Shared Ride Fixed Rate to and from McCormick Place to O'Hare
$39 for Single Passengers
$33 per person for passengers traveling in a pair or group
Taking the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) from the Airports
The CTA “L” trains provide service to Downtown Chicago and McCormick Place from both international airports.
From O'Hare International Airport:The CTA “Blue” line provides service to and from the airport. Take the Blue Line from O'Hare and transfer to a south-bound Green Line train at Clark and Lake. Note, in the Loop the Blue Line is a Subway Train and the Green Line is an elevated train, a free transfer is available at Clark and Lake.
From Midway Airport:The CTA “Orange” line provides service to and from the airport. Take the train to the Roosevelt Street Station (Subway) and transfer to the elevated Green Line Station. Continue on the southbound Green Line train for 1-stop to the Cermak-McCormick Place station.
The Cermark-McCormick Place Station is a 2 block (0.15 miles) walk from the Northwest Corner of the McCormick Place West Building.
