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Exhibiting at McCormick Place in the North, South, West Buildings or Lakeside Center? Our Chicago trade show displays and rentals cover design, branded graphics, round-trip logistics, and on-site install and dismantle. If you searched for trade show display rental Chicago, you are in the right place. We configure every booth to match venue policies including height limits, certifications, and target times.
Turnkey Chicago Trade Show Displays and Rentals
- Concepting and booth design plus branded graphic production and proofing
- Exhibit hardware, lighting, flooring, and furniture options
- Round-trip logistics and on-site install and dismantle
- Show paperwork coordination including target times, drayage and MHA, approvals
- On-call show-time assistance
Popular Sizes and Styles
- 10×10 inlines - browse 10×10
- 10×20 inlines - browse 10×20
- 20×20 islands - browse 20×20
- Backlit and SEG walls - backlit displays
- Modular systems - modular displays
- Portable counters - counters
- Hanging signs - hanging displays
Where We Work in Chicago
We support exhibits across McCormick Place including North, South, West, and Lakeside, plus connected venues such as Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, Marriott Marquis Chicago, and Wintrust Arena. Our team aligns with venue rules, target dates, and material handling to keep your schedule on track.
All Event Venues We Cover in Chicago
- McCormick Place North, South, West, Lakeside Center
- Hyatt Regency McCormick Place
- Marriott Marquis Chicago
- Wintrust Arena event spaces
- Navy Pier Festival Hall
- Hilton Chicago and Palmer House ballrooms
- Downtown hotel and university conference venues
How It Works
- Plan: share show, dates, footprint, goals
- Design and proofs: layouts plus branded graphics for approval
- Deliver and support: we ship, install, dismantle - arrive to a finished booth
The U.S. Exhibitor’s Atlas - Chicago
A venue-by-venue field guide written from an exhibitor perspective and our show PMs. Use this to execute fast.
How to Get There
- Air: O Hare ORD and Midway MDW serve Chicago. Typical transfer to McCormick Place is 25 to 45 minutes depending on traffic.
- Rail and Transit: CTA Green Line to Cermak McCormick Place or Red Line to Cermak Chinatown, then walk or shuttle. Metra Electric stops inside McCormick Place for Lakeside Center.
- Freight: Book carriers to assigned target times and follow marshaling instructions in the exhibitor kit.
Logistics
- Advance warehouse improves on-time delivery. Direct-to-show can work with reliable carriers that hit your target window.
- Confirm electrical, data, and rigging drops before graphics go to print and reconfirm at the floor walk.
- POV and hand-carry windows vary by event. Check caps and bring compliant carts.
Pack - Do and Do Not
- Bring: SEG fabric graphics, low-residue gaffer tape, compliant cable covers, labeled small tools.
- Avoid: High-residue adhesives, unsecured power strips, non-rated ladders, and restricted items listed in your kit.
- Smart extras: Spare SEG beading, duplicate key graphics, USB and HDMI spares, printed service orders at the booth.
Confirmed Chicago Trade Shows
2025
- Chicago Auto Show 2025 - Feb 8 to Feb 17 - McCormick Place. Source
- National Restaurant Association Show 2025 - May 17 to May 20 - McCormick Place. Source
- RSNA 2025 - Nov 30 to Dec 4 - McCormick Place. Source
2026
- IMTS 2026 - Sep 14 to Sep 19 - McCormick Place. Source
- RSNA 2026 - Nov 29 to Dec 3 - McCormick Place. Source
About Chicago
Chicago is the nation’s third-largest city with a population of roughly 2.7 million residents. For official statistics and city facts, see the City of Chicago facts page and the U.S. Census Bureau city profile.
FAQ - Chicago Exhibitors
Do you handle install and dismantle at McCormick Place?
Yes. We coordinate crews, target times, and venue requirements so you arrive to a finished booth and leave without teardown hassles.
Can I customize a rental?
Yes. Start with a proven layout and add backlit walls, kiosks, storage, a meeting area, or a hanging sign to match goals and budget.
What lead time do you need?
Ideally 3 to 4 weeks before the show. For tight timelines, we confirm quick-turn options that can be produced and delivered on time.
Get a Turnkey Chicago Exhibit Rental
Ready to stand out in Chicago? Call 888-331-4260 or email sales@iconicdisplays.com. Prefer self-serve? Explore our trade show displays Chicago, plus backlit displays, modular displays, counters, and hanging signs.
Not seeing your venue? We cover McCormick Place and hotel venues across the Chicago metro.
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