Exhibiting at McCormick Place? Be sure to check out our "Getting Around McCormick Place" presentation.

1. Tips for
Getting Around McCormick Place

2. Exhibiting at Chicago’s McCormick Place can be a
bit overwhelming since it’s the largest
convention center in the United States.

3. By reading this presentation,

4. you’ll become more familiar
McCormick Place

6. McCormick Place is compose #2.North Building
is composed of
#1. LakeSide Center
four buildings.
#3. South Building
#4. West Building

7. Lakeside Center
Lakeside Center is composed of two
exhibition levels. Level 2 called Hall E and
the upper Level 3 called Hall D.
Parking Tip
Located just south of the LakeSide Center
is Lot C. It is a two level underground lot
with 1,900 available parking spaces. Be
sure to note which level you have parked
at and the color coded parking location.
Parking is also available in the Soldier
Field parking lot located on the north end
of the LakeSide Center.

8. North Building
The North Building and Lakeside Center
are connected by a pedestrian bridge that
stretches over Lake Shore Drive which
provides a great view of downtown
Chicago. The exhibition floors include
Level 1 – C Hall and Level 3 – B Hall which
is located on the main concourse. Level 2
contains a food court that includes a
McDonalds and Connie's Pizza.
Parking Tip
If your exhibit is located in the North
Building, park in Lot A. If possible park on
level 4, since this is the exhibit level and
there will be no need to use the elevators.
You can also park in the Hyatt Regency
Garage. It will cost a little bit more but
offers a shorter walk to the North
Building.

9. South Building
The South Building Level 3 – A Hall is
located on the main course across from
the North Hall. It opened in 1997.
Parking Tip
Exhibitors with booths in the South
Building can park in parking Lot A, or B.
Parking in Hyatt Regency Garage will cost
a little bit more but offers a shorter walk
to the South building.

10. West Building
The West Building is located on Level 3
and is the newest of the McCormick
Place buildings. It opened in 2007. The
West Hall has green rooftop garden
available for receptions. A sky bridge
connects the West building to the
North and South buildings.
Parking Tip
Park in Lot A if your exhibit is in the
West building.

11. More McCormick Place Parking Tips
1. parking rates are $19 for up to 16 hours & $30 from 16 to 24 hours
2. be sure to get your receipt for your business expenses
3. note your parking location on your ticket
4. there are no parking in-and-out privileges.
5. overnight parking is available in Lot A only
6. lost tickets will pay the $30 fee per day
7. if parking in lot A, carry your parking ticket with you and pay the
parking fee at the automated parking machines located outside the
parking exit doors

12. Getting to McCormick Place
Many larger shows offer
complimentary shuttle
bus service from
downtown hotels to the
show.

13. Taxis are another option

14. However, the McCormick Place taxi
lines can be long when leaving the
show.

15. The Metra train stops at McCormick Place
entrance – Level 2.5

16. McCormick Place Promo Video
http://youtu.be/ITT5dflhpV8

17. Check out our getting around McCormick
Place photos.

18. Lakeside Building

19. McCormick Pace - Lakeside Building – East Exit

20. Lakeside Building - Outside
As an exhibitor or show attendee, make it a point to take in the view of Lake Michigan by walking out the
building’s east doors. During the warmer Chicago months, the patio is open with a seating area and places to
eat. Pull up a seat and enjoy the view of the sailboats heading out onto the lake. It’s a great location to take
a mental break from the trade show hustle and bustle and enjoy one Chicago’s best views.

21. McCormick Pace - Lakeside Building - Upper Level

22. Grand Concourse over Lake Shore Drive

23. Outside View of the Grand Concourse

24. Outside the Grand Concourse Looking North

25. Grand Concourse between the North & South Buildings

26. South Building Entrance

27. West Building

28. FedX Office – Lakeside Building Lower Level

29. Located in Chicago,
Dimension Craft Inc has been setting up trade show
exhibits at McCormick Place since 1971.

32. ph: 773-925-6500 info@dimensioncraftinc.com