IPW Event Location
Below is a preliminary schedule (subject to change). Details will be added as they are confirmed.
Unless otherwise noted, all events will be held at McCormick Place.
Booth Set-Up
Exhibitors with a 10' x 20' or larger booth are allowed to start setting up on Friday, June 13. Registration and exhibition fees must be paid in advance to access the show floor for move-in.
Booth Set-Up
Destination Experiences Registration Desk
Registration Hours
Press Room Hours
Ad Hoc Meetings, Brand Activations
Destination Experiences for Buyers
Destination Experiences depart from the convention center.
Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the tour departure time to check-in.
Press Room Hours
Destination Experiences Registration Desk
Booth Set-Up
Registration Hours
IPW Press Brunch and Tours
Open only to registered journalists.
We look forward to welcoming all registered IPW media to an exclusive Press Brunch on Sunday, June 15 from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. at the historic Wrigley Field, the second-oldest ballpark in the U.S. and home to the Chicago Cubs!
Enjoy all the game-day excitement as the Cubs face off against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience the unique traditions and charm of Wrigley Field, built in 1914 and the beloved home of the Chicago Cubs for more than a century!
Tours depart directly from the press brunch at 11:30 a.m. and return to the convention center by 4 p.m.
Destination Experiences for Buyers
Destination Experiences depart from the convention center.
Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the tour departure time to check-in.
Tourism Cares' Meaningful Travel Experience with IPW
This tour in partnership with South Side Tours will showcase the vibrant history, culture, and community of Chicago's South Side, featuring live storytelling, insights from local speakers, and special tour stops. After the tour, participants will enjoy a catered networking lunch at the DuSable Museum, and a guided tour of the exhibits.
Participants to arrive back McCormick Place around 2:15pm.
Space is limited! Register now.
Questions? Contact Kristina Rocks.

Brand USA
Brand USA Global Trends and Market Insights
Come learn top travel trends, insights, and updates with Brand USA.

Choose Chicago
Opening Event - The Field Museum
Welcome to Chicago’s House Party 2.0, a vibrant celebration of the city’s culture. The event will transform the Field Museum into a lively, interactive space, blending iconic Chicago sounds, art, and energy.
Guests can enjoy pop-up performances, themed lounges, and food from local vendors while immersing themselves in the city’s rich cultural vibes. Highlights include a late-night silent disco, a karaoke lounge, and a stunning garden gathering with a beautiful lakefront view. From start to finish, the event pulses with the heartbeat of Chicago.
Open to all registered delegates.

Brand USA
Media Breakfast and Press Conference
Open only to registered journalists

Registration Hours
Press Room Hours
Business Appointments
Brand USA Media Marketplace
Open only to registered journalists and Media Marketplace participants.
Open Networking
Business Appointments
Brand USA
Lunch

Business Appointments
Open Networking
Magnificent Mile Monday
Choose Chicago invites you to attend an all-delegate celebration on Magnificent Mile Monday for an immersive evening showcasing the best of Chicago’s most iconic neighborhood. Join fellow IPW attendees as you stroll, shop, sip, and savor through curated experiences and activations along The Magnificent Mile. The night wraps with a can’t-miss celebration — featuring live music, local flavors, cocktails, and Chicago’s signature energy.
Registration Hours
Press Room Hours
Business Appointments
Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau Press Conference
Open only to registered journalists
Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism Press Conference
Open only to registered journalists
Networking Session and Open Appointments
Destination DC Press Conference
Open only to registered journalists
U.S. Route 66 Centennial Celebration Press Conference
Open only to registered journalists
Business Appointments
New York City Tourism + Conventions and Broadway Inbound
Lunch


Business Appointments
Open Networking
Explore Chicago Neighborhoods
Choose Chicago invites IPW attendees to fully experience Chicago before, during, and after the event. To make your exploration unforgettable, we’re curating a unique, immersive neighborhood experience featuring Hyde Park, Pilsen, and West Town.
These vibrant communities are home to iconic landmarks—such as the private residence of President Barack and First Lady Michelle Obama—along with rich cultural and culinary diversity, dynamic entertainment, and the true spirit of Chicago!
Registration Hours
Press Room Hours
Business Appointments
New York City Tourism + Conventions Press Conference
Open only to registered journalists
Tennessee Tourism Press Conference
Open only to registered journalists
Networking Session and Open Appointments
North Dakota Tourism - Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Press Conference
Open only to registered journalists
Utah Office of Tourism Press Conference
Open only to registered journalists
Visit Lauderdale (Future Host City) Press Conference
Open only to registered journalists
Business Appointments
Experience Kissimmee
Lunch

Business Appointments
Open Networking
American Express
$10,000 Buyer Prize Drawing
All registered (in-person) international and domestic buyers are eligible; however you must be present during the drawing to win.

Booth Teardown
Illinois Office of Tourism
Closing Event - Navy Pier
Get your kicks at IPW 2025’s Closing Night reception as we celebrate Chicago—the starting point of the legendary Route 66!
Explore a variety of immersive activations across the iconic Navy Pier, showcasing our city’s rich history. Savor Chicago’s diverse culinary scene with delicious food and drinks while soaking in stunning lakefront views. As the sun sets, gather at the end of the pier for a special surprise you won’t want to miss.
Open to all registered delegates.