Event Concluded Annual Statewide In-Person
IAPD/IPRA Soaring to New Heights Conference 2026
Jan 29–31, 2026
Chicago, Illinois
Venue Hyatt Regency Chicago
Organizer Illinois Park & Recreation Association
Category Recreation & Park
Open to Public? Not public
Event Overview
- Type
- An in-person, three-day statewide trade show and conference
- Start Date
- End Date
- Time Zone
- Central Time (CT) — local time
- Organizer
- Illinois Park & Recreation Association (IPRA) 536 East Avenue, La Grange, IL, United States
- Venue
- Hyatt Regency Chicago 151 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601, United States
- Location
- Chicago - Illinois
- Nearby Airports
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- Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) ~ 10 miles (straight-line distance)
- Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) ~ 16 miles (straight-line distance)
- Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) ~ 74 miles (straight-line distance)
- Category
- Recreation & Park
- Event Website
- ilparksconference.com
- By the Numbers
- 300+ exhibitors; 4,200+ attendees; 3 days Figures are based on official organizer materials and may vary by year.
- Open To Public?
- No, this event is not open to the public.
- Frequency
- Annual
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the venue located?
IAPD/IPRA Soaring to New Heights Conference takes place at Hyatt Regency Chicago, located at 151 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois.
How can I go there?
How can I contact the venue?
Phone: +1 312-565-1234Website: chicago.regency.hyatt.com
How can I contact the organizer?
For inquiries, you can reach the organizer by phone at +1 708-588-2280 or by email at membership@ilipra.org.
What are the expo hall dates?
January 29-30, 2026
What are the exhibit hours?
Thursday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pmFriday: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm All times local (Central Time, CT)
This event listing is reviewed and regularly updated by the Tradeshowz editorial team. Dates, schedules, and details may change. For the most accurate and official information, please visit the event’s official website or contact the organizer directly.
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