ABA Annual Conference 2026

ABA Annual Conference 2026 Overview

Type

An in-person, seven-day international trade show, conference and meeting

Also Known As

American Bar Association Annual Conference

Formerly

ABA Annual Meeting

Start Date

July 29, 2026 (Wednesday)

End Date

August 4, 2026 (Tuesday)

Time Zone

Central Time (CT) — local time

Organizer

American Bar Association (ABA)

Venue

Hyatt Regency Chicago

151 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601, United States

Location

Chicago - Illinois Explore Chicago’s official visitor guide for attractions, dining, and local tips.

Nearby Airports

• 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)

Driving distance may vary. Other airports may be available within driving distance.

Category

Legal

Established

1978

By the Numbers

100+ exhibitors; 100,000+ square feet of exhibit space; 6,000+ attendees; 7 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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