WordCamp Chicago is this weekend (Sat 4/29 & Sun 4/30), and we’re very excited for the great lineup of speakers and solid group of attendees!
Following is some important information to keep top of mind as we approach the event.
Get Social
We’ll be using the hashtag #WCCHI to collect our live coverage – find us here:
WIFI
- Select the wireless network DTC-Event
- When prompted for username and password enter
- Username: wordcamp
- Password: 26tents
Location
Chicago-Kent Law School
565 W Adams St
Chicago, IL 60661
Parking
There is street parking, surface lots and parking garages all around the venue. The links below can help you reserve a spot in advance if you wish or set up an app to track parking meters. We don’t have any discounted parking available.
- Spothero
- ParkWhiz
- ParkChicago (esp. for metered spots)
Public Transportation
Find the closest public transit stations and routes to the location on this custom Google map
CTA
Find train routes and bus times on the transitchicago.com website.
Metra suburban rail
This venue is across the street from Chicago Union Station and a few blocks south of Ogilvie Transportation Center. Check metrarail.com for weekend schedules
Timing:
- Doors open and Registration will begin at 8am on Saturday.
- Opening remarks will begin at 8:45am and the first session at 9am.
- Lunch will be provided on Saturday on the concourse level at 12pm
- On Sunday you can explore the local restaurants – we’ve set up a custom Google Map with everything from local fast food to brunch spots to Greektown favorites and fine dining options. You may want to check about a reservation for some of those locations.
The Afterparty will be at Jak’s Tap, just a few blocks from the venue at 6pm on Saturday. Appetizers and drinks will be served.
Jak’s Tap
901 W Jackson Blvd
Chicago, IL 60607
We look forward to seeing you and to a great camp!
– #WCCHI Organizing Team