Physical consumer products, kitchen/home gadgets, personal electronics, and retail shelf-ready goods.
EST. 10x10 BOOTH + VENUE~$8,565
TARGET MOVE-IN2027-03-05
CHICAGO, IL CONVENTION CENTER HUB • 4 VERIFIED SHOWS
Chicago McCormick Place Trade Show Booth Rentals & Turnkey I&D Packages
McCormick Place has complex union labor and drayage rules—our lightweight modular booths and turnkey I&D packages keep your Chicago trade show budget predictable.
MAJOR CHICAGO VENUES WE SERVE
Convention Centers & Dock Logistics
- McCormick Place (North, South, West Buildings & Lakeside Center) (2301 S King Dr, Chicago, IL 60616): Largest convention center in North America (2.6M sq. ft.). Hosts National Restaurant Association Show, IMTS, PACK EXPO, RSNA & ProMat.
FREIGHT, DRAYAGE & UNION RULES
How to Save 40%–50% Exhibiting in Chicago
- Direct Transit from Our Southern California Plant: 3.5-Day Dedicated Freight to McCormick Place Advance Warehouse / Marshaling Yard
- Local Union & Setup Rules: McCormick Place uses Carpenter, Decorator, Teamster, and Electrician unions with strict Marshall Yard check-ins. Our lightweight crates reduce CWT drayage weight by up to 50%, and our optional $950 Turnkey I&D package handles full union-compliant installation and teardown.
- Zero Middleman Markup: We fabricate, pre-stage, and test every 10x10, 10x20, 20x20, and custom island booth inside our own Southern California workshop before shipping.
2026–2027 Trade Shows & Conventions in Chicago, IL (4)
Click any event below for official show dates, targeted move-in schedules, and itemized booth + drayage budgets.
Chicago, ILOct 28–29 (Annual Fall / Midwest Cycle)
Chicago Build Expo (Midwest Construction, Architecture, Cabinetry & Remodeling Show)
McCormick Place
Custom cabinets, kitchen & bath cabinetry, architectural millwork, countertops, closets, doors, windows, flooring, HVAC, roofing, and construction hardware.
EST. 10x10 BOOTH + VENUE~$7,960
TARGET MOVE-IN2026-10-27
Chicago / Schaumburg, ILJan 22–24, 2027 (Winter Show)
Illinois Home & Remodeling Show (Chicagoland Kitchen, Bath, Cabinetry & Home Expo)
Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center / Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Custom kitchen cabinets, bathroom vanities, closet systems, wood millwork, countertops, flooring, windows, doors, and residential remodeling services.
EST. 10x10 BOOTH + VENUE~$6,195
TARGET MOVE-IN2027-01-21
St. Charles / Chicago Metro, ILJan 16–17, 2027 (Winter Show)
Kane County Home & Remodeling Show (St. Charles / Chicago Suburbs Cabinetry & Home Expo)
Kane County Fairgrounds & Prairie Events Center
Custom cabinets, kitchen & bath remodeling, custom woodworking, built-ins, closets, countertops, windows, siding, and home improvement.
EST. 10x10 BOOTH + VENUE~$5,421
TARGET MOVE-IN2027-01-15
Flat-Rate Booth Packages Available for Chicago (14 Models)
10x10 BOOTH$650
The NXT PopUp 10x10
Quick-Assembly Pop-Up Frame + Wrinkle-Free Fabric Wall
Turnkey in Chicago: $2,890 (incl. Ship + I&D)
10x10 BOOTH$1,150
The NXT Base 10x10
2.25" Insulated MDF/Foam SIP Walls + Interlocking Flush Hardware
Turnkey in Chicago: $4,950 (incl. Ship + I&D)
10x10 BOOTH$1,300
The NXT Plus 10x10
Reinforced 2.25" Solid SIP Walls + Built-In 50" TV Mount
Turnkey in Chicago: $5,100 (incl. Ship + I&D)
10x10 BOOTH$1,450
The NXT Corner Retail 10x10
Open-Corner 10'×8' L-Wall (1'+4'+4'+1' Backwall) + 4 Retail Shelves
Turnkey in Chicago: $5,250 (incl. Ship + I&D)
10x10 BOOTH$1,550
The NXT Glow 10x10
10' LED-Lit Wall (4'+2'+4' Panels) + Shaped 4' Angled Side Wings
Turnkey in Chicago: $5,350 (incl. Ship + I&D)
10x20 BOOTH$1,200
The NXT PopUp Plus 10x20
20ft Quick-Assembly Pop-Up Frame + Stretch Fabric Wall
Turnkey in Chicago: $3,630 (incl. Ship + I&D)
10x20 BOOTH$2,950
The NXT Pro 10x20
20ft Solid 2.25" SIP Walls + Product Shelves + Dual TV Mounts
Turnkey in Chicago: $7,980 (incl. Ship + I&D)
10x20 BOOTH$3,150
The NXT Ultra 10x20
20ft Solid 2.25" SIP Walls + 4' × 4' Walk-In Lockable Storage Room
Turnkey in Chicago: $8,180 (incl. Ship + I&D)
10x20 BOOTH$3,350
The NXT Executive Lounge 10x20
20'×8' Modular Backwall (1'+4'+4'+2'+4'+4'+1') + 8' Lounge Divider + Stepped Wings
Turnkey in Chicago: $8,380 (incl. Ship + I&D)
10x20 BOOTH$3,550
The NXT Glow Pro 10x20
Six 8' × 3'4" LED Illuminated Modules (20'×8') + Two 8'×4' Return Wings
Turnkey in Chicago: $8,580 (incl. Ship + I&D)
10x20 BOOTH$3,750
The NXT Max 10x20
Five 8'×4' Modular SIP Bays: 4'×4' Walk-In Closet + 16' Shelving & TV Backwall
Turnkey in Chicago: $8,780 (incl. Ship + I&D)
20x20 BOOTH$4,200
The NXT Pinwheel 20x20
4' × 4' × 8' Center Storage Closet + Four 8' × 4' Radiating Wing Panels + 4 Counters
Turnkey in Chicago: $12,600 (incl. Ship + I&D)
20x20 BOOTH$5,200
The NXT Island 20x20
360° Open Island + Four 8' × 4' Demo Stations + Center Lounge
Turnkey in Chicago: $13,600 (incl. Ship + I&D)
20x20 BOOTH$6,200
The NXT Summit VIP Island 20x20
Enclosed 8' × 8' × 8' Center Conference Room (Eight 8' × 4' Panels) + 4 Corner Demo Kiosks
Turnkey in Chicago: $14,600 (incl. Ship + I&D)
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Top Upcoming Trade Shows in Chicago, IL (4 Verified Events)
The top 4 upcoming 2026–2027 trade shows and conventions in Chicago, IL include Inspired Home Show, Chicago Build Expo, Illinois Home Show, Kane County Home Show. Each event features verified move-in dates, official general contractor drayage rates, and flat-rate NXT Stage booth rental packages.
| # | Trade Show / Convention | 2026–2027 Dates | Venue | Attendance | Est. 10x10 All-In |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Inspired Home Show (IHA — Consumer & Housewares) | Mar 7–9, 2027 | McCormick Place | 30,000+ | ~$8,565 |
| 2 | Chicago Build Expo (Midwest Construction, Architecture, Cabinetry & Remodeling Show) | Oct 28–29 (Annual Fall / Midwest Cycle) | McCormick Place | 30,000+ | ~$7,960 |
| 3 | Illinois Home & Remodeling Show (Chicagoland Kitchen, Bath, Cabinetry & Home Expo) | Jan 22–24, 2027 (Winter Show) | Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center / Donald E. Stephens Convention Center | 25,000+ | ~$6,195 |
| 4 | Kane County Home & Remodeling Show (St. Charles / Chicago Suburbs Cabinetry & Home Expo) | Jan 16–17, 2027 (Winter Show) | Kane County Fairgrounds & Prairie Events Center | 18,000+ | ~$5,421 |
What are the top upcoming trade shows in Chicago, IL for 2026–2027?
The top 4 upcoming 2026–2027 trade shows and conventions in Chicago, IL include Inspired Home Show, Chicago Build Expo, Illinois Home Show, Kane County Home Show. Each event features verified move-in dates, official general contractor drayage rates, and flat-rate NXT Stage booth rental packages.
How much does a trade show booth rental cost in Chicago, IL?
NXT Stage flat-rate trade show booth rentals for Chicago, IL start at $650–$2,450 for a 10x10 booth, $1,250–$3,750 for a 10x20 booth, and $4,800–$6,200 for a 20x20 island booth, including custom NFPA-701 graphics and LED lighting. Custom 20x20 to 50x50+ millwork islands are fabricated directly in our Southern California facility with 0% broker markup.
What are the union labor and drayage rules for Chicago convention centers?
McCormick Place uses Carpenter, Decorator, Teamster, and Electrician unions with strict Marshall Yard check-ins. Our lightweight crates reduce CWT drayage weight by up to 50%, and our optional $950 Turnkey I&D package handles full union-compliant installation and teardown.