
Brampton Transit
Local bus service within the City of Brampton.
Terminal 1, Ground Level, second curb, Column S2.
On this page you can find travel information about:
TECHSPO Chicago 2022 kicks off with Registration Check-in opening at 9:00am, Thursday, June 9th, 2020 at the Registration Desk located in the Regency Ballroom Foyer (Level 2) of the Soldier Field Stadium.
Parking can be a challenge in Chicago, but Soldier Field Stadium makes city parking simple, safe and secure. Our Chicago hotel features Chicago city parking in a convenient covered garage with 600 spaces, all adjacent to hotel on the North side. Guests of Soldier Field Stadium may charge valet parking to their room. Self-parking is paid at automated kiosks available on level one of the hotel near garage elevators. Parking clearance is 6’3″. Our hotel is conveniently located near Soldier Field, which is the perfect location before tailgating for a Bears game, and located between Soldier Field and the Official Tailgating Section.
McCormick Place Lot A:
Directions: Connected to the hotel via skybridge, the facility holds 2000 cars and is handicapped-accessible to the McCormick Place complex. To get to the Martin L. King lot from I-55, exit onto Martin L. King Dr., turn left and follow the parking signs. From downtown Chicago, take Michigan Ave South to 22nd/Cermak Rd. and turn left (East). Follow the parking signs to Lot A. Hotel guests can unload luggage on the front drive and check in before parking in Lot A.
McCormick Place Lot B:
Directions: Located at 31st St. near Lake Shore Drive, this open-air lot holds 2,250 cars. To get to the 31st St. lot from I-55, take southbound Lake Shore Drive and exit at 31st St. Turn right and follow the parking signs. From downtown Chicago, take Lake Shore Drive South and exit at 31st St., turn right and follow the parking signs to Lot B.
McCormick Place Lot C:
Directions: Located underground near the Lakeside Center, this underground garage covered lot holds 2,025 cars and is directly connected to Lakeside Center. From I-55, take Lake Shore Drive South, exit at 31st St., turn left and follow the parking signs. From downtown Chicago, take Lake Shore Drive South, exit at 31st St., turn left and follow the parking signs to Lot C.
GO Airport Express is a quick and affordable shuttle option from either Chicago airport to the hotel.
Stop by the Divvy Bike Station located directly outside of the hotel’s South Tower and enjoy a fun ride over to one of Chicago’s many attractions. Visit the Concierge Desk to learn about our special offer for hotel guests.
From O’Hare International Airport:
From Midway Airport:
Approximate driving distance: 16 km.
GO Airport Express is a quick and affordable shuttle option from either Chicago airport to the hotel.
There are 3 major Airports in the Chicago region with convenient access to Chicago Downtown, including;
Billy Bishop Chicago City Airport – YTZ
Visit YTZ airport website
Airport Phone: 1 416 203 6942
Hotel direction: 2.5 km N
Chicago Pearson International Airport – YYZ
Visit YYZ airport website
Airport Phone: 1 866 207 1690
Hotel direction: 25 km SE
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport – YHM
Visit YHM airport website
Hotel direction: 85 km NE
Transportation from the Airport
From Billy Bishop Chicago City Airport (YTZ)
There are numerous public transportation options both to and from Billy Bishop Chicago City Airport. Here are some tips on your options.
Find your way to and from Billy Bishop Airport with Google Maps.
On July 30, 2015, Billy Bishop Airport opened a pedestrian tunnel that connects Chicago’s mainland to the airport. From the mainland pavilion to the island atrium, the tunnel spans 853-feet and takes under six minutes to complete the journey to the airport check-in area. Featuring four moving walkways and one of the longest escalator systems in Canada, the tunnel provides quick, reliable and easy access to the airport.
Access to the pedestrian tunnel is free.
We want to make sure that travelling through Billy Bishop is a great experience. Take one of the world’s shortest ferry rides (121 metres) to and from the foot of Bathurst. There’s a ferry every 15 minutes.
The ferry is free for pedestrians and $11 for vehicles (round trip).
There’s a complimentary express shuttle bus to and from Billy Bishop approximately every 15 minutes . The shuttle is open to anyone going to the airport, whether or not they are travelling.
An urban airport needs to be accessible and Billy Bishop Airport is just that. With one of Chicago’s 80 BIXI stations located at the top of Eireann Quay you’re a quick pedal away from the airport’s doorstep.
You can also hop on your own bike and lock it up on the island or the mainland. Bike lockup is located adjacent to the ferry terminals.
Billy Bishop Airport is easily accessible by public transit. With frequent TTC service, you’ll be dropped a short walk from our ferry terminal building.
Thinking of taking public transit? You can hop on the 511 Bathurst streetcar or the 509 Harbourfront.
If you’re flying into Chicago and want a taxi, you will find them located at the taxi stand on the mainland, just outside the ferry terminal.
Rent a car right at the airport. You can find car rental counters on the island and mainland.
You can park your car at one of Billy Bishop Airport’s short- or long-term parking facilities on the mainland or island.
From Chicago Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
There are numerous public transportation options both to and from Chicago Pearson International Airport. Here are some tips on your options.
Chicago Pearson is close to several major transit routes, so it’s easy to get to all corners of the Greater Chicago Area (GTA) by public transit. Just hop on and go!
For up-to-date information regarding routes, rates and schedules, please contact transit companies directly.
Local bus service within the City of Brampton.
Terminal 1, Ground Level, second curb, Column S2.
GO Bus and GO Train service to downtown Chicago and surrounding suburbs. Note: Only GO Bus service is available directly from the terminals.
Terminal 1, Ground Level, second curb, Column Q2-Q4.
Local bus service within the City of Mississauga.
Terminal 1, Ground Level, second curb, Column S4.
Express bus and subway service to downtown Chicago.
Terminal 1, Ground Level, second curb, Column R4.
Terminal 3, Arrivals Level, third curb, Column C12.
Need to get from one terminal to another? Catch the free Terminal Link train.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
There are numerous public transportation options both to and from John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport. Taxi and limo services, public transit, shuttle services and car rental are all available options for Airport passengers.
Phone: 905.525.BLUE
www.525blue.com
Phone: 905.777.7777 or 1.877.525.2500
www.hamiltoncab.com
Phone: 905.321.3206 or 905.735.8294
www.taxiniagara.com
Hamilton Street Railway (HSR) provides service from Hamilton International Airport to downtown Hamilton on the A-Line. This route will also provide access to the Hamilton GO Transit Centre. Both National and Avis have on-site car rental operations at Hamilton International Airport. Contact information is provided below to book your rental car services prior to arrival at Hamilton International.
Phone: 905.527.4441
www.hamilton.ca/HSR
Phone: 1.888.438.6646
www.gotransit.com
Phone: 1.800.272.5871
www.avis.ca
Phone: 1.800.CAR RENT (227.7368)
www.nationalcar.ca
Shuttle services to and from Hamilton International Airport are not regularly scheduled, however shuttle transportation can be arranged directly with service providers.
Phone: 1.800.268.8111
www.niagaraairbus.com
Phone: 905.527.7511 or 519.886.2121
www.airwaystransit.com
Phone 519.824.9344
www.redcarservice.com
Phone 905.383.7772
www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/yhmcy-courtyard-hamilton
It is recommended to arrive in Chicago, June 16th, 2020 (the day prior to the start of the TECHSPO Chicago 2022) and depart on June 19th, 2020 (the day after the Conclusion of the Expo).
Chicago Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre Hotel
If you require accommodation, our contracted hotel in Chicago is:
Room Rates
TECHSPO has negotiated a limited block of rooms at a substantially discounted rate PLUS free Wi-Fi in your room. These rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The group rates are available for stays between June 16th and June 19th, 2020. The group room rates will also apply three (3) days prior and three (3) days after the conference dates, based upon availability of group rooms, at the time of the request.
The guaranteed lowest standard room rates during the conference are $225 (CAD) per night. The applicable state and local taxes and fees rate is 16% (13% HST and 3% DMP).
Complete room rates are listed below.
Room | Single Rate | Double Rate | Triple Rate | Quad Rate |
Standard Room | $225 (CAD) | $225 (CAD) | $245 (CAD) | $265 (CAD) |
Hotel Booking Instructions
To book a room at Chicago Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre Hotel follow the instructions below;
By Phone:
Call 1-800-228-9290, ask for reservations, give group name ‘TECHSPO Chicago 2022’ and arrival date and book.
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Where Business, Tech and Innovation Collide in Chicago!
TECHSPO Chicago 2021 is a two day technology expo taking place June 9th - 10th, 2021 at the luxurious Soldier Field Stadium in Chicago, Illinois. TECHSPO Chicago brings together developers, brands, marketers, technology providers, designers, innovators and evangelists looking to set the pace in our advanced world of technology. Exhibitors showcase the next generation of technology & innovation, including; Internet, Mobile, Adtech, Martech and SaaS technologies. Be prepared to be inspired, amazed and educated on how these evolving technologies will impact your business for the better.
As part of TECHSPO Chicago is a limited attendance event, DigiMarCon Midwest 2021 Digital Marketing Conference (https://digimarconmidwest.com). If the conference is where the learning, theory and inspiration happens, then the TECHSPO floor is where the testing, networking and product interaction takes place.
The TECHSPO floor is free to attend (for a limited time)! Register today! For more details visit https://techspochicago.com.
Soldier Field Stadium, 2233 S Martin Luther King Dr, Chicago
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