Explore Chicago Ideas Week Onstage Programs
These events will help you reinterpret the limits of possibility and inspire you to be the change you've been waiting to see. Tickets available now.
Introducing Our New Premier Event: Ideas Day
What if you could take action in a Chicago community at the moment of inspiration? At Ideas Day, our reimagined premier event, you'll attend a morning session of inspiring talks and performances followed by an afternoon of action in a Chicago neighborhood in partnership with Chicago Cares.
See Who's Joining Us This October
We're proud to bring a host of diverse, world-class speakers to the city of Chicago.
Labs Highlights
This year's Labs will give you a behind-the-scenes look and exclusive experiences with some of Chicago's most innovative organizations.
Latest Blog Posts
What's Chicago Ideas Week like?
See highlights from 2017 to understand why Chicago Ideas matters to the community.
The 77 Project
Meet the leaders — both unexpected and not — in our city who are making a positive impact.
In Case You Missed It
Hear from speakers and partners who are inspiring action and affecting change in our community.
Join today and experience Chicago Ideas year round
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Creativity
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Cornerstone Partners
Our top-tier partners enable Chicago Ideas to offer world-class programming at an affordable price point.
Chicago Ideas Sponsors
Chicago Ideas is made possible by the generous support of our sponsors, who ensure that ideas truly are for everyone.
