Trade show shipping to Chicago Auto Show 2026
EAC Certified - McCormick Place Compliant
Estimated Savings
$780+
per pallet vs traditional
Get your rate for Chicago Auto Show 2026
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Shipment Type & Quantity
Pickup + direct show dock delivery included. Zone 1-4 pricing shown
Shipping timeline - Chicago Auto Show 2026
Advance WH
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Move In
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Show Days
7 - 16
February
Move Out
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Delivery Locations
Recommended: Direct to show delivery
- Avoids McCormick Place advance warehouse fees
- Direct to McCormick Place loading dock
- EAC compliant - fully show approved
- Dock appointment coordinated by NEX EXPO
Why NEX EXPO for Chicago Auto Show
The smarter way to ship freight to Chicago Auto Show 2026
Chicago Auto Show 2026 is one of the most competitive trade shows in the U.S. With hundreds of exhibitors setting up at the McCormick Place simultaneously, advance warehouse congestion is common — and expensive.
NEX EXPO Express delivers your freight directly to the McCormick Place show dock during the official move-in window as your Exhibitor Appointed Contractor (EAC). No advance warehouse. No surprise fees. One flat rate — locked in before you ship.
McCormick Place EAC approved
We are fully certified to deliver directly to the McCormick Place dock for Chicago Auto Show and all other shows at this venue.
Save $780+ per pallet at Chicago Auto Show
By skipping the advance warehouse, Chicago Auto Show exhibitors typically save between $780 and $1,200 per pallet compared to traditional routing.
Move-in coordination handled
We manage your McCormick Place dock appointment, COI submission, and EAC registration for Chicago Auto Show — so you don't have to.
What's Included
Everything included in your Chicago Auto Show shipping rate
FAQ
Shipping to Chicago Auto Show — common questions
Everything exhibitors ask before their first booking. View all FAQs →
How do I ship freight to Chicago Auto Show 2026?
Get an instant flat-rate quote above, then book your shipment. NEX EXPO picks up from your location and delivers directly to the McCormick Place dock during the move-in window as your EAC.
What is the shipping deadline for Chicago Auto Show?
Book as early as possible to lock in your rate, pickup window, and dock appointment. Capacity is limited closer to the move-in date.
Does NEX EXPO service the McCormick Place?
Yes — we are EAC certified at the McCormick Place and deliver to all shows at this venue. We manage dock appointments, COI submission, and EAC registration for every shipment.
How much does it cost to ship to Chicago Auto Show?
Use the rate tool above for instant flat-rate pricing. Rates start from $325 for trunks and $495 for standard pallets (Zone 1). No per-hundred-weight math — one number, locked in.
Do I need to use the advance warehouse at McCormick Place?
No. As your EAC, NEX EXPO delivers directly to the McCormick Place show dock during move-in — bypassing the advance warehouse entirely and saving $780-$1,200 per pallet.
Can I ship return freight from Chicago Auto Show?
Yes. Book your return shipment at checkout and save 15%. We pick up from the McCormick Place dock after the show and deliver back to your location.
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