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About Lakeside - Chicago

Welcome to Lakeside - Chicago, the multi-space venue complex at McCormick Place. Home to the Arie Crown Theater with a seating capacity of 4,188, Lakeside Center also includes expansive Lakeside Ballroom spaces and additional theatre venues with capacities up to ~4,010 per floor plan. Whether you’re attending a corporate event, public show, or a major convention, we’ve got you covered with practical venue details, parking, transit options, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations to help you secure your seats with ease.

Location: Lakeside Center, 2301 S. Jean Baptiste Point DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60616. This central Lakeside complex sits within the McCormick Place campus, a hub for national events and trade shows, with easy access from downtown and the greater Chicago area.

Parking at Lakeside is convenient, with underground Lot C serving the Lakeside Center and Lot A, Lot B (31st Street lot) offering additional access. Rates vary by event, so plan a little extra time for parking. For those using public transit, CTA bus routes #3 and #21 service the McCormick Place area, the Green Line’s Cermak–McCormick Place station is nearby, and Metra Electric lines also serve the campus. When staying nearby, consider affiliate hotel partners such as Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, Hilton Hotels at McCormick Place, and the adjacent Marriott Marquis Chicago for a seamless experience.

We’ve highlighted trusted, convenient options for lodging and dining near Lakeside - Chicago. For the best value and convenience, check our affiliate partner listings for hotels and restaurants near McCormick Place—perfect for conferences, performances, and evenings out after an event at Arie Crown Theater or Lakeside venues.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location: Lakeside Center, 2301 S. Jean Baptiste Point DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60616.
  • Main venue within Lakeside Center: Arie Crown Theater, capacity 4,188 seats.
  • Other spaces: Lakeside Ballroom (44,754 sq ft) and Lakeside spaces with theatre capacity up to about 4,010 (per floor plans for Lakeside/Lakeside 4,010 capacity).
  • Parking: primary Lakeside access via Lot C (underground) under Lakeside Center; Lot A serves North/South/West; Lot B is 31st Street lot; typical rates vary by event.
  • Transit: CTA bus #3 and #21 serve McCormick Place; nearest Green Line Cermak-McCormick Place station; Metra Electric lines also serve the campus.
  • Nearby hotels: Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, Hilton Hotels (Hiltons at McCormick Place), and Marriott Marquis Chicago are directly connected to or adjacent to McCormick Place.
  • Notable events: Arie Crown Theater hosts corporate and public events; McCormick Place hosts major shows such as the Chicago Auto Show.