Exhibiting at McCormick Place demands scale, strategy, and flawless execution. As the largest convention center in North America, this venue rewards exhibit booths that are bold, well-engineered, and built to perform in high-traffic environments.
Exhibiting at McCormick Place means showcasing your brand on a truly massive stage.
With multiple exhibit buildings, millions of square feet of space, and some of the busiest trade shows in the country, this venue requires booths that are intentional, visible, and logistically sound.
LV Exhibit Rentals delivers custom and turnkey exhibit booths specifically designed for large, complex venues like McCormick Place, helping brands stand out, stay compliant, and execute seamlessly from move-in to show close.
Located in Chicago, Illinois, McCormick Place is the largest convention center in North America and one of the most active event venues in the world.
The facility is known for hosting massive, industry-defining trade shows, international conventions, and large-scale corporate events.
McCormick Place is designed to handle complexity at scale. Its multiple interconnected buildings, expansive exhibit halls, and advanced infrastructure support everything from sprawling island booths to highly customized, immersive brand experiences.
McCormick Place sits just south of downtown Chicago, offering convenient access to major highways, public transportation, and Chicago Midway and O’Hare International Airports. The venue is easily accessible via car, rideshare, shuttle services, and the CTA.
Its proximity to downtown places exhibitors close to Chicago’s business district, dining scene, and cultural attractions—making it a prime destination for both domestic and international events.
Exhibitors have access to a wide range of nearby hotel options, including:
These hotels provide convenient access to the convention center while keeping exhibitors close to downtown amenities.
McCormick Place is built for the largest trade shows in the world, offering:
Over 2.6 million square feet of exhibit space across multiple buildings
Four main buildings (North, South, East, and West) connected by skybridges
Large, open halls ideal for expansive booth designs and island exhibits
High-capacity power, rigging, AV, and connectivity throughout the facility
Partnering with an experienced exhibit company is essential to navigating McCormick Place’s scale while maximizing booth visibility and performance.
McCormick Place hosts some of the largest and most influential trade shows in the country, including:
These events attract tens of thousands of attendees, decision-makers, and global brands—creating major opportunities for visibility, lead generation, and long-term partnerships.
McCormick Place’s size and complexity require careful planning. These strategies help exhibitors succeed:
Large shows book quickly, and exhibit planning timelines are longer for McCormick Place.
Each building has unique regulations for rigging, electrical, and ceiling heights.
Large aisles and high ceilings demand bold graphics, lighting, and vertical elements.
Move-in schedules, loading docks, and labor rules require expert coordination.
LED elements, interactive displays, and multimedia content help booths stand out.
A partner familiar with McCormick Place ensures compliance, efficiency, and a smooth exhibitor experience.
McCormick Place is significantly larger than most venues and features multiple buildings, making logistics, booth placement, and visibility more complex and strategic.
Exhibitors must plan for labor rules, loading dock assignments, rigging approvals, electrical access, and strict move-in schedules.
Large-scale graphics, LED signage, custom structures, and interactive experiences are critical in high-traffic, expansive halls.
LV Exhibit Rentals provides turnkey exhibit solutions tailored to McCormick Place. We manage design, fabrication, shipping, installation, dismantle, and compliance—ensuring your booth performs at the highest level in one of the world’s largest venues.
LV Exhibit Rentals delivers full-service exhibit solutions for McCormick Place. From concept and design to installation and teardown, our team helps brands navigate the scale and complexity of this iconic venue while maximizing visibility and impact.
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