Take 294 South or 94 East. Take 90 (Northwest Toll way) West. Exit on 53 North. Take first exit – Algonquin Road – and turn right/West. Turn left on Thoreau Drive or Meacham Road.

Directions From Chicago:

Take I-90 (Northwest Toll way) West from Chicago. Exit on 53 North. Take first exit – Algonquin Road – and turn right/West. Turn left on Thoreau Drive or Meacham Road.

Directions From O’Hare Airport:

Exit airport and take I-90 (Northwest Toll way East. Exit on 53 North. Take first exit – Algonquin Road – and turn right/West. Turn left on Thoreau Drive or Meacham Road.

Directions From the West:

Take I-90 (Northwest Toll way) East. Exit on 53 North. Take first exit – Algonquin Road – and turn right/West. Turn left on Thoreau Drive or Meacham Road

Directions From the South:

Take 294-N – Merge on 290 West. Exit on Algonquin Road- turn right/ West. Turn left on Thoreau Drive or Meacham Road.

For maps and directions, please visit google.

Parking and Drop-off:

To access complimentary parking, enter the Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel and Convention Center (RSHCC) and proceed to the convention center entrance located on the East end of the complex by following the posted signage. If you would like to drop of any passengers before you park, please do so at the entrance facing North and just to the East of the ballroom entrance. Then proceed to the outdoor lot all around the building.

Self Parking is free. If you would prefer to valet your vehicle, the costs are $20 for daytime valet and $24 for overnight.

Transport to the expo

Free Shuttle from Arlington Park Metra Station

Questions? Call (847) 792-1212.

An accessible, round-trip shuttle bus from Arlington Park Metra Station to Abilities Expo will be provided free-of-charge to expo-goers on June 12 & 13 between the hours of 10am and 6pm; and on June 14 between the hours of 10am and 5pm. Station address is 2121 W. Northwest Highway, Arlington Heights, IL 60004. There will be a minimum of two shuttles running at all times which can seat up to 3 wheelchairs each. More shuttles will be added as needed.

White accessible shuttle bus like the kind that will be used for transport from Arlington Park Metra Station at Abilities Expo Chicago.

Shuttle Schedule:

Station Pick-up:
10am
10:45am
11:30am
12:15pm
1:00pm
1:45pm
2:30pm
3:15pm
4:00pm (Fri/Sat only)

Return Trip:
10:30am
11:15am
12:00pm
12:45pm
1:30pm
2:15pm
3:00pm
3:45pm
4:30pm
5:15pm (Fri/Sat only)

Regional Transportation Authority (RTA)

The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) oversees the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), Metra, Pace Suburban Bus and Pace ADA Paratransit. Please visit https://www.rtachicago.org to plan your itinerary.

Chicago Transit Authority (CTA)

The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) operates the nation’s second largest public transportation system and covers the City of Chicago and 35 surrounding suburbs. Click here for details on accessible transit. Please visit https://www.transitchicago.com/ to plan your itinerary.

Metra

Metra provides accessible travel all over Chicagoland and most of its stations are wheelchair accessible. Click here for details. Please visit www.metrarail.com to plan your itinerary. The closest train station to the Schaumburg Convention Center is the Arlington Park station on the Metro Union Pacific Northwest line.

Pace ADA Paratransit Service

Paratransit service is the general term for a reservation-based or “demand-response” service in which a passenger must reserve a ride in advance. Unlike fixed-route service, in which buses travel the same route in a regular pattern and pick up any waiting passengers, paratransit vehicles make only pre-arranged trips for riders who are eligible for the particular service. To apply for paratransit certification, click here.

Trips are only provided at the same times and within the same geographic areas as fixed route. Pace operates this service across the entire six-county region, including Chicago. Once certified, access this directory of reservation phone numbers to book your paratransit ride. Please click here for details and fares.

Pace Suburban Bus Service

All Pace fixed routes are accessible for persons who use mobility aids and service is available in Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry and Will counties. Please visit www.pacebus.com to plan your itinerary.

Schaumburg Dial-a-Ride

Dial-A-Ride Transportation (DART) is provided by the Village of Schaumburg and Pace’s Suburban Bus Division. Schaumburg’s signature transit service has evolved over the years into one of the few community-operated bus services in the Chicagoland that provides door-to-door access to any location in Schaumburg. To schedule a ride using DART, call 847-352-8097. Rides can be reserved on the same day as travel, at least 90 minutes prior to your desired pick-up time. Each bus can accommodate two wheelchairs. There is no service on Sundays.

Woodfield Trolley

The Village of Schaumburg provides free accessible service from the Woodfield Mall to the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center. The trolley runs during show hours every 20 minutes on Saturday and every 30 minutes on Friday and Sunday. The Woodfield Mall stop is located on the lower level between Nordstrom and J.C. Penney. This may be a viable option for those travelling to Abilities Expo via public transportation and are having issues with the timing of the Pace Bus. Please visit the Woodfield Trolley website for more information or call (847) 923-3880.

Hotel accommodations

We want your visit to the expo to be a positive experience both on and off the show floor. Please consider one of our stylish hotel partners to accommodate your lodging needs:

Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center

Make your reservation online

Connections Housing is the ONLY official housing company for Abilities Expo. To ensure that your hotel accommodations are booked under the official negotiated hotel and room rates for Abilities Expo, please only book through Connections Housing. Beware of soliciting travel agencies! In past years we have been alerted of several travel agencies aggressively soliciting event attendees. It is important to note that the information these agencies provide is often untrue, many times involving non-existent room blocks, non-refundable deposits and false rates.

Connections Housing can be reached at (866) 364-9508 and (310) 590-4729 from 6am to 3pm, Pacific Standard Time.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Abilities Expo being held?

Abilities Expo Chicago will be at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center, at 1551 North Thoreau Drive in Schaumburg, IL on June 12-14, 2026. Click here for directions. For a full schedule of all expos around the US, click here.

What are the expo hours?

Expo hours are 10am-5pm on Friday, June 12 and Saturday, June 13. (Note that this is one hour earlier than in the past.) On Sunday, June 14, there will be an Early Access Hour from 10am to 11am for people with sensory disabilities followed by general admission from 11am to 4pm.

Is admission free?

Yes, just click here to register.

Do you share my contact information?

Never. Please refer to our privacy policy.

Do I need to register each person accompanying me?

Any adult in your household can come into Abilities Expo as your guest. If you are accompanied by adults who do not reside with you, they should register separately. Individuals under 18-years-old are not required to register.

What do I do when I arrive onsite?

If you have pre-registered and are onsite at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center, access either the text message you received the morning of the expo or your confirmation email which you received the on Thursday before the event. Follow the prompts to check yourself and your guests in.

Proceed to the registration desk to pick up your wristband. If you do not have a smartphone, please proceed to the registration counter and we will accommodate you. If you have not pre-registered, you can register onsite; we only need you to answer a few questions, not more than 2 minutes.

How do I know which exhibitors are there?

Click here to see the companies and organizations that will have a booth at the expo. If you would like to drill down by product category, click Search, then the product category that interests you.

What can I do/see at the expo?

Enjoy game-changing products, services and resources, free workshops and fun, adaptive events and activities. Check the schedule!

How can I get the word out about the Expo to my friends, family and disability organizations that I’m involved with?

Thanks so much for sharing the new about Abilities Expo with your network. Click here to find a flyer, pre-made social media graphics and web banners. If there is anything else you need, please email [email protected].

What transportation is available?

These transportation options may be helpful.

Can I earn CEUs at Abilities Expo?

We have launched the Abilities International Accessibility Conference for PTs, OTs, ATPs and other complex rehab technology professionals! This event is also at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention & Expo Center on June 11-12, 2027. Tickets to this can be purchased separately at AbilitiesConference.com.

Will there be scooters or wheelchairs available for those who have trouble walking?

Pride Mobility is sponsoring complimentary loaner scooters on a first-come, first-served basis near Registration. A government-issued photo ID is required to participate in this offer. This service is available during show days and hours until 2:00 pm on Sunday, the final day of the event.

Will there be sign language interpretation onsite?

Yes, American Sign Language interpretation services is a complimentary service and is offered on a first come, first served basis for up to 40 minutes during show days and hours.

Can I get my wheelchair repaired at the expo?

Yes, Sunrise Medical is the official Free Wheelchair Repair Pavilion sponsor of Abilities Expo and located in booth #311. However, other companies will also repair their own products in their booths.

Can I bring my service or therapy animal to the expo?

Yes, please, as long as the animal is under your control (leashed) at all times. There is a service dog relief area onsite.

Is this a fragrance-free event?

Because the chemicals used in many products may make some people allergic and even ill, we strongly advise our attendees not to use any scented products that may prohibit other attendees from enjoying the expo.

What accommodations are there for accessible vehicles?

The facility has increased accessible parking spaces at the expo. Parking at the convention center is free. Click here for parking and drop-off directions.

I’m coming from out of town. What local hotels can I book?

Click here to book your stay with one of our hotel partners. Make your reservations through the website early as accessible rooms are limited.

I can’t make it. Can you send me something?

We’re sorry to miss you but hope you can join us next year! Here’s a link to the exhibitor list with contact info. If you see something that interests you, you can reach out to the exhibitor directly.

I am an exhibitor and have some questions.

Happy to help! The Abiliites Expo Chicago Exhibitor Kit contains information on your booth specs, load-in and load-out procedures, booth furniture, electrical and more. If you have any other questions, please contact your sales representative.

How can I become an exhibitor?

We’d love for you to join us! Please click here for more information.

I’m interested in presenting an adaptive event at the expo.

Great! You can submit a proposal here.

I’m interested in presenting a workshop at the expo.

Great! You can submit a proposal here.

My question isn’t here.

If you still have a question, please email [email protected].

Exhibitor Information

We’re thrilled to have you join us for Abilities Expo Chicago!

You can access your Exhibitor Portal with the login credentials you received in your welcome letter. It is VERY important to complete this information as this will help drive traffic to you booth onsite. Please also review the Exhibitor Kit carefully as it includes all essential details about booth setup, logistics and services available to you.