Logistics, transport and aerospace

Chicago Auto Show 2027

A public auto show at McCormick Place with vehicle displays, test tracks and themed attractions. It runs over nine days in February.

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February 13 to 21, 2027, McCormick Place, Chicago, IL. Dates confirmed on the organizer's page: 2026-11-02. Recheck before you book, since organizers change details.

Independent planning reference. Delta Arc is not the organizer and does not sell tickets. Delta Arc has not announced attendance at this event, and listing it is not an endorsement.

What to see

  • Test Tracks with vehicle drives. Source
  • Chi-Town Alley and Overlanding Chicago attractions. Source
  • An Automotive Career Day. Source

What to plan

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Parking and the venue

Parking

On-site parking is in Lots A, B and C, open during event hours with no overnight parking. Payment is by credit card only. Source

Transit

The show's page describes a CTA Auto Show Shuttle linking downtown Metra stations with McCormick Place at Gate 26. The service days shown appeared to be from the prior edition, so confirm for 2027. Source

Accessibility

Accessible parking is in Lot A, Lot C and the Hyatt Regency garage. The show suggests a passenger drop-off at South Building, Gate 4 because those spaces fill quickly. Source

Where to stay

Coming soon. Delta Arc will add this from an official source.

From the airport

Travel details for the Chicago area.

Airports

Airport to the venue

From downtown, the Metra Electric line reaches McCormick Place from Millennium Station, and the Green Line stops at Cermak-McCormick Place. Source

Rideshare

At O'Hare, rideshare pickup is on the upper level at Terminal 2, at poles marked 2A through 2G, and at Terminal 3, at poles marked 3G through 3K. Source

Taxis

At both airports, taxi stands are on the lower level curb outside baggage claim. The airport says to use the stands to be sure of a licensed driver. Suburban taxis should be arranged ahead by calling a suburban company. Source

Black car and SUV pickup

Limousines and black cars must be arranged in advance and meet riders on the lower level. Call the company after claiming bags and it will give a plate number and meeting point. Lists of pre-arranged limousine services are posted at the airports, not on the web pages read. Source

Public transit

CTA Blue Line trains serve O'Hare 24 hours a day. The CTA Orange Line serves Midway. Source

Chicago travel guide →

Questions worth asking there

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  • Which independent test or certification supports this performance or fitment claim?
  • What vehicles and model years were actually tested?
  • What warranty or return data can the supplier share about field failures?
  • Which shop, dealer or distributor can confirm the claim from its own experience?

Common questions

When is Chicago Auto Show 2027?

February 13 to 21, 2027.

Where is Chicago Auto Show 2027 held?

McCormick Place, Chicago, IL.

Where do I park for Chicago Auto Show 2027?

On-site parking is in Lots A, B and C, open during event hours with no overnight parking. Payment is by credit card only.

How do I get to Chicago Auto Show 2027 from the airport?

From downtown, the Metra Electric line reaches McCormick Place from Millennium Station, and the Green Line stops at Cermak-McCormick Place.

All the way through

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Where next

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Parking and getting there

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During the show

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After the show

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How to cite this page. Delta Arc, LLC. “Chicago Auto Show 2027 planning reference.” DA-EV-chicago-auto-show-2027, version 1, as of 2026-11-02. https://thedeltaarc.com/events/chicago-auto-show-2027/

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