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Illinois Governor’s Conference on Tourism

Save the Date: March 1-3, 2027 at Navy Pier 

Mark your calendars for the 2027 Illinois Governor's Conference on Tourism, taking place March 1–3, 2027, at Navy Pier in Chicago.

The annual conference brings together convention and visitors bureaus, tourism organizations, attractions, and industry partners from across Illinois for three days of education, collaboration, and networking. Additional information on registration, hotel accommodations, and the conference agenda will be available in the coming months. In the meantime, please save the date—we look forward to welcoming you to Chicago as we come together to strengthen and advance Illinois' tourism industry.

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Registration

Registration
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Lodging

Lodging
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Agenda Coming Soon!

Agenda

Interested in Sponsoring?

There are a variety of ways to get involved with the 2027 Illinois Governor’s Conference on Tourism, with sponsorship opportunities available at several investment levels and options to customize your presence throughout the conference. Whether you’re looking to build brand visibility, connect with Illinois tourism leaders or support a specific aspect of the conference, we’d love to work with you to find the right fit.

To learn more about available opportunities and build a sponsorship package, contact Pati Flannery at sponsorships@ilgovconference.com

What to Expect

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Connect Across Illinois

Build relationships with tourism professionals from across the state. Exchange ideas, strengthen partnerships, and connect with the people working together to move Illinois tourism forward.

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Navigate What’s Next

Explore how AI, emerging technology and evolving traveler behaviors are reshaping the journey, from how visitors discover destinations to how they experience them.

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Learn, Grow & Get Inspired

Hear fresh perspectives from industry leaders and experts through engaging sessions designed to spark new ideas and provide insights you can bring back to your organization.