2025 Chicago Auto Show Schedule At-A-Glance
Here’s a quick summary of the 2025 Chicago Auto Show Schedule:
When:
- Saturday, February 8th – Monday, February 17th
Where:
- McCormick Place, 2301 S. Martin Luther King Drive, Chicago, IL – map it
Hours:
- Opens every day at 10:00 a.m.
- February 8th & February 10th-18th; Closes at 9:00 p.m.
- February 6th, Closes at 6:00 p.m.
- February 17th, Closes at 8:00 p.m.
2025 Chicago Auto Show Tickets
Auto show organizers suggest that attendees purchase their tickets in advance. Tickets will also be available at the McCormick Place ticket booths on public show days. McCormick Place is a cashless facility. Credit and debit cards only. (Show box office closes one hour before the show closes.)
Ticket Prices
- $17 for adults
- $12 for seniors aged 62 and older
- $12 for children 4-12
Admission is free for children 3 and younger when accompanied by a paying adult. Family members only.
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2025 First Look for Charity Gala
This year’s First Look for Charity gala, set for February 7th is not just an event; it’s an experience that combines the thrill of the Chicago Auto Show with the heartwarming spirit of giving. This one-day fundraiser, held at McCormick Place the evening before the auto show opens, has become a beacon of benevolence, raising nearly $3 million annually for 18 local nonprofits.
Gala attendees get to preview all of the latest automotive offerings while sampling complimentary gourmet food and beverages from over 20 of Chicago’s top restaurants while being treated to live entertainment.
Tickets and more information can be found at FirstLookforCharity.org.
Safety Guidelines For The Chicago Auto Show
Security Screening:
- All attendees will undergo a security screening upon entry.
Bag Policy:
- Only clear tote bags (12”x12”x6” or smaller) and clutch purses (under 9″ x 5″ x 2″ or smaller) are allowed.
- Diaper bags and strollers are permitted when an infant is present.
- Outside food and beverage are allowed but must adhere to the show’s bag policy.
Prohibited Items:
- Signs, flags, and banners are not permitted.
On-Site Options:
- Food and beverages are available for purchase at the event.
Enjoy the show and stay safe!
