Maps, Hours, and Entrance Procedures

Maps | Getting to C2E2 | Show Hours | Will Call Hours

Use these maps to navigate the show like a pro. And if you’ve been here a while, please take note of the NEW locations for 2026!

• Will Call & Registration is now located in the North Hall on Level 3. This new location is conveniently located in the same place as Security and the Queue Hall, so you can enter, pick-up your badge, and either wait for the show to open (if you get here before 10:00 AM each morning) or walk right in (if you get here after 10:30 AM).

• The Main Stage, powered by C4 Energy, is now located in S100 on Level 1 near the Main Entrance to McCormick Place South.

• The Tavern is now located in Room S406 on Level 4.

C2E2 is located at McCormick Place South Building in Chicago, Illinois. McCormick Place has a helpful directions page for driving, parking, and public transit.

McCormick Place South Building
2301 S. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois

Important note for 2026: Once you enter McCormick Place, head up to Level 3 for Will Call, security, and the queue hall. Will Call and Registration are no longer in S100. 

C2E2 runs from March 27-29, 2026 and is located at McCormick Place South Building in Chicago, Illinois.  All times are listed in Central Time.

• Friday, March 27: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• Saturday, March 28: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• Sunday, March 29: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Will Call has a new location in 2026: Level 3 of McCormick Place. If you’ve been to C2E2 before, that’s the same area as the queue hall and security.

• Thursday, March 26: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Friday, March 27: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• Saturday, March 28: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• Sunday, March 29: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM