The American Library Association's annual Conference & Exhibition returns to the McCormick Place with an A-list lineup of authors, journalists, cultural figures and more, plus more than 600 exhibitors. This year's highlights include Former First Lady Jill Biden's discussion about her forthcoming memoir, and talks with Emmy Award-winning journalist Rachel Maddow, and Emmy, Tony and Grammy winner Billy Porter.
American Library Association Conference & Exhibition
Written by Lauren Brocato
Things To Do Editor, Time Out Chicago
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- Event website:
- 2026.alaannual.org/
- Address
- McCormick Place
- 2301 S Lake Shore Dr
- Chicago
- Transport:
- El stop: Green to Cermak-McCormick Place. Bus: 3. Train: Elec Main to McCormick Place.
- Price:
- From $200
- Opening hours:
- Thu 2-5pm; Fri 8:30am-7pm; Sat 8:30am-5pm; Sun 9am-5:30pm; Mon 9am-8pm
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