Chicago Auto Show First Look

Chicago Auto Show 2023

The Chicago Auto Show is the nation’s largest and longest-running auto show. Please visit ChicagoAutoShow.com for details.

Nearly 1,000 different vehicles will be on display. Additionally, Chicago Auto Show attendees will also have the opportunity to see numerous accessories and auto-related exhibits, competition vehicles and project, antique and collector cars.

First Look for Charity

Friday, February 10 | 7-11 p.m.

Be the first to see the nation’s largest auto show by attending the black-tie First Look for Charity, benefiting 18 area nonprofits. Complimentary top-shelf refreshments complements abundant hors d’oeuvres, from notable Chicago eateries. Learn More

Dates & Times

  • Feb. 11-19, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
  • Feb. 20, 10 a.m. – 8 pm.

Location

  • McCormick Place – map it
  • 2301 S. King Dr, Chicago, Illinois, 60616

Show Background

First staged in 1901, the Chicago Auto Show is the largest auto show in North America and has been held more times than any other auto exposition on the continent. This year marks the 115th edition of the Chicago Auto Show.

Held in McCormick Place South Building, the Chicago show features multiple world and North American Introductions and the complete range of domestic and imported passenger cars, trucks, sport-utility vehicles, minivans, and experimental and concept cars.

In total, the 2022 Chicago Auto Show boasts nearly hundreds of different vehicles from 19 different manufacturers. In addition, you’ll find numerous automotive accessories and auto-related exhibits, competition vehicles, project cars, antique and collector vehicles, and interactive exhibits.

Producer

The Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA) is the nation’s oldest and largest metropolitan dealer organization. The CATA has produced the Chicago Auto Show since 1935.

Exhibits

All Chicago Auto Show exhibits are held in the McCormick Place complex. Exhibitions include multiple world and North American introductions; a complete range of domestic and imported passenger cars and trucks; sport utility vehicles; and experimental or concept cars. In total, nearly 1,000 different vehicles will be on display. Additionally, attendees will also have the opportunity to see numerous accessories and auto-related exhibits, competition vehicles and project, antique and collector cars.

Appearances

Special appearances and events take place every day. Please check our Event Schedule for up-to-date listings.