Midwest Clinic 2026 hotels: where to stay
16 to 18 Dec 2026 McCormick Place, Chicago Book: by 15 Nov 2026 for the Clinic hotel ratesIndependent guide
Hotels by time to the hall
Times are to North, South and West Buildings, to the nearest entrance, along a route we calculated. The Clinic is in McCormick Place West (2301 S. Indiana Ave); the free shuttle leaves from the Shuttle Center on Level 1 of the West Building.
On foot · up to 10 min
- Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick PlaceSkybridge123 E Cermak Rd; skybridge to the West Building, per Hilton
- Hampton Inn Chicago McCormick PlaceSkybridge123 E Cermak Rd; skybridge to the West Building, per Hilton
- Home2 Suites by Hilton Chicago McCormick PlaceSkybridge123 E Cermak Rd; skybridge to the West Building, per Hilton
- Hyatt Regency McCormick PlaceConnectedConnected to the showroom floor, per McCormick Place
- Marriott Marquis ChicagoConnectedConnected, per McCormick Place
On foot · 11 to 15 min
On foot · over 15 min
5 hotels within a 15 min walk. Ranked by travel time only, no paid placement. Walking routes calculated on 10 Oct 2026 from OpenStreetMap data. Bars use one 0 to 45 min scale.
Compare the walk to every hall
| Hotel | North, South, West | Lakeside |
|---|---|---|
| Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick PlaceSkybridge | 1 min | 18 min |
| Hampton Inn Chicago McCormick PlaceSkybridge | 1 min | 18 min |
| Home2 Suites by Hilton Chicago McCormick PlaceSkybridge | 1 min | 18 min |
| Hyatt Regency McCormick PlaceConnected | 3 min | 13 min |
| Marriott Marquis ChicagoConnected | 3 min | 16 min |
On foot to the nearest entrance of each hall, along a route we calculated; ≈ marks our estimates. The shortest walk of each hotel is in bold.
The short answer
- Free shuttle from downtownShow your badge to ride between the official hotels and McCormick Place West, about every 25 minutes from the Chicago Hilton, Palmer House and Embassy/Sheraton.
- Or walk from next doorHilton Garden Inn and Hampton Inn McCormick Place are about 1 minute on foot from the West Building, on our walking route.
- Clinic rates until 15 NovBook the Clinic hotels directly; the Hyatt Regency McCormick, Embassy Suites and Hilton Garden Inn blocks close on 15 Nov 2026. Compare what is still available here.
- Open to anyone in music educationRegistration is required for everyone, including spouses and parents, who register as guests.
Save money: stay a little further away
Rates usually drop once you accept a short ride. How much you save depends on the dates, so compare live prices for your stay.
South Loop, on the Green Line
Cermak-McCormick Place station, at E Cermak Road and S State Street, is about 2 blocks (0.15 mile) from the northwest corner of the West Building.
- Hotels in the South Loop
Downtown (the Loop), on the Metra Electric line
Metra Electric runs from Millennium Station downtown to the McCormick Place station inside the campus in about 7 minutes, according to McCormick Place; the Green Line also runs to Cermak-McCormick Place.
- Hotels in the Loop
See what's still available for your dates
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Getting around during The Midwest Clinic
- Clinic shuttleFree with a badge, from the Shuttle Center on Level 1 of McCormick Place West; Wednesday from 6:30 am, Thursday from 7 am. Last departures from McCormick: Wednesday 9:30 pm, Thursday 9 pm, Friday 7 pm.
- Hotels at McCormick PlaceHyatt Regency McCormick, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Inn and Home2 Suites are a short walk from the West Building.
- The BlackstoneGuests at The Blackstone use the Hilton shuttle across the street.
When to book for The Midwest Clinic
General advice for events at the McCormick Place; we have no booking data specific to The Midwest Clinic yet.
- Now: if you exhibit or speak, check your event's official housing first; otherwise book a free-cancellation rate as soon as you know you are going.
- Closer to the date: re-check prices for your exact nights and switch if a closer or cheaper room appears.
Expected demand: high. Book: by 15 Nov 2026 for the Clinic hotel rates. Booking times for all events at the McCormick
The Midwest Clinic 2026 at a glance
The Midwest Clinic 2026: An international band and orchestra conference that strengthens instrumental music education through professional development, performances, clinics and exhibits.
- Dates16 to 18 Dec 2026
- RegistrationFrom USD 255 until 14 Dec 2026, then USD 290 from 15 Dec 2026: the lowest public pass on the organizer's site, checked 11 Oct 2026.
- Exhibit hall hoursWed 16 Dec 9:30 am to 5 pm, Thu 17 Dec 9 am to 5 pm, Fri 18 Dec 9 am to 4 pm.
- Badge pickup on TuesdayTue 15 Dec, 5 to 8 pm in the lobbies of the Hyatt McCormick, Marriott Marquis and Chicago Hilton.
- SizeMore than 18,000 attendees, 400 exhibitors, 50 performances and 100+ clinics.
Official site: midwestclinic.org. This guide is independent and not part of The Midwest Clinic.
The Midwest Clinic hotel questions
When is The Midwest Clinic 2026?
From Wednesday 16 to Friday 18 Dec 2026 at McCormick Place West, 2301 S. Indiana Ave, Chicago; badge pickup starts on Tuesday evening 15 Dec in three hotel lobbies.
Is the Midwest Clinic still at the Hilton Chicago?
No. The Clinic moved to McCormick Place West in 2009, bringing all its programs and exhibits under one roof; the Hilton is now an official hotel with the free shuttle.
Is there a shuttle to the Midwest Clinic?
Yes, free with your badge, between the official hotels and the Shuttle Center on Level 1 of McCormick Place West, about every 25 minutes.
Which hotels are closest to McCormick Place West?
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick Place and Hampton Inn Chicago McCormick Place are about 1 minute and the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place about 3 minutes on foot from the West Building, on our walking route.
How much is Midwest Clinic registration?
Professional pre-registration is USD 255 through 14 Dec and USD 290 on site; college students pay USD 75, guests USD 45.
About this guide
VenueNights is independent and not affiliated with The Midwest Clinic or McCormick Place.