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The Donald E. Stephens Convention Center is one of the premiere Convention & Exhibit facilities in the country.
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Stephens Convention Center has developed into one of the premiere Convention & Exhibit facilities in the country. Our Chicagoland location (in addition to being adjacent to O'Hare International Airport), has enabled us to attract approximately 100 Conventions and Exhibitions annually. We offer a total 840,000 square feet of flexible exhibition space. Configure it any way you like for trade shows,

meetings, conferences, banquets or events. You may need a 500-booth to 800-booth area, or 100 to 200 booths. If you’re planning a larger show, you’ll appreciate our continuous 250,000 square-foot space for 1,225 booths. Or you can create a multiple hall layout for up to 3,566 booths. Customized floor plans are our specialty, so just ask.

06/01/2026

The JUNE lineup…👀🌹

Check out the link in our bio for more info!

05/29/2026

This weekend at DESCC ⬇️🌹

🤰The Prego Expo Saturday May 30th!

🌏The Central Asian Business Expo May 30th & 31st!

And after all the Expo fun, don’t forget to check out the Entertainment District for more!🎊

05/11/2026

Celebrating 5 years in Rosemont, officially kicked off its 2026 show with a ribbon-cutting ceremony alongside Mayor Brad Stephens at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center!

From May 5–8, thousands of retailers, makers, manufacturers, and creative professionals came together for North America’s premier crafts industry trade show in Rosemont—showcasing the latest in fiber arts, sewing, knitting, crochet, quilting, crafting, education, and innovation. ✂️🧵🧶

Big thank you to everyone who attended, we’ll see you in 2027!👏

05/08/2026

Rosemont, the adventure begins now. 👀

: Villager Rescue is NOW OPEN at EXP Rosemont!

Round up your crew and step into this interactive Minecraft quest where you’ll explore biomes, craft items, battle mobs, and rescue villagers - IN REAL LIFE.

🎟️ Get your tickets now at MinecraftExperience.com

05/05/2026

✨The 5-9 AFTER your 9-5✨

Who says business trips have to end when the meetings do? In Rosemont, your workday can flow right into an evening of top-tier dining, drinks, and entertainment. And the best part? No trains, traffic, or stress of commuting downtown🌹🌆

Rosemont is the ideal setting for business travelers and meeting planners! Whether you’re looking for a night out on the town, or a relaxed evening before an early flight, it’s all here!✈️

04/16/2026

TBT!⏮️📸 Check out some of these pics from the past couple years of ! We can’t wait to welcome everyone back THIS WEEKEND April 18-20th for ABS 2026💇‍♀️✨

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03/21/2026

Day 2️⃣ of 3️⃣ ! If you haven’t stopped by yet, this is your sign👀🖤

02/27/2026

The Chicago Golf Show is officially open today through this Sunday here at the Donald E. Stephens convention center in Rosemont. 🏌️‍♂️🏌️‍♀️🏌️See you at the show.

02/26/2026

⛳️ It’s tee time, golf fans! The Chicago Golf Show is BACK in Rosemont Tomorrow (2/27) - Sunday (3/1)

Gear up with the latest equipment, test your swing, book your next golf getaway, and get ready for the season ahead all under one roof ⛳️🌹🏌️

02/22/2026

It was a great 1st day at the Travel Show! Come visit us Sunday for info and upcoming events here in Rosemont!! ❤️🌹

02/20/2026

Looking for your next adventure? Stop on over to the Travel & Adventure show THIS WEEKEND✈️🌎 And while your here, don’t forget to swing by the BOOTH #909 to learn more about all the fun places to go & things to do!🌹We’ll even have some Rosemont swag!

SHOW HOURS:
📆Saturday, Feb 21st
⏰9:30am - 5:00pm cst

📆Sunday, Feb 22nd
⏰11:00am - 4:00pm cst

See you there!

02/11/2026

📣CHICAGO!📣 It is time to start planning your next adventure!

✈️The Travel and Adventure Show is coming to Rosemont February 21st and 22nd at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center.

🌍Meet destination experts, discover new places to explore, and access exclusive show floor travel deals you will not find anywhere else.

🎟️Tickets are available at travelshows.com.

01/09/2026

LIVE BETTER, BOAT MORE!🌊 You won’t want to miss Chicago’s largest Boat Show at the DES Convention Center!🌹We are giving all our followers a code to receive 20% off your tickets! USE CODE “VOR20” at checkout to redeem!🎟️💲

01/04/2026

🛥️🌊 Lake days start here at the 2026 CHICAGO BOAT SHOW🌊🛥️ Join us January 28 - February 1st and get ready for the best season yet!☀️

#2026

12/18/2025

Congratulations to all of the high schoolers who painted these nutcrackers— they were absolutely spectacular! Huge thanks to everyone involved in making this art showing such a wonderful night and to the Village of Rosemont for sponsoring this event🎨✨

12/09/2025

Who doesn’t love gems & jewels!💎 Check out the International Gem & Jewlery Show this weekend in Rosemont, right in time for the holiday season!🎁

📅DECEMBER 12-14th
📍DES CONVENTION CENTER
💎Check out Rosemont.com/desconvention for more show info!

08/15/2025

🎉⭐️WHO’S READY FOR ! FANEXPO lands TODAY – meet your heroes, celebrate fandom, and make memories you’ll never forget right here in Rosemont🌹🚀✨

07/29/2025

🪴Grow your network at the Garden Center Show!🪴 GCS gathers the brightest minds and the hottest products and is the premier event for independent garden center owners & professionals!

🌸 August 12-13th 🌸

07/25/2025

Calling all sports collectors and superfans!📣📣📣 Join us at The 45th National Sports Collectors Convention July 30th - August 3rd!⚾️🏀🏈⚽️

Tickets are still available for purchase at www.nsccshow.com 🎟️

Address

5555 N River Road
Rosemont, IL
60018

Website

http://www.rosemont.com/desconvention/

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