# Startups events in Chicago, Today and Upcoming Startups events in Chicago

- **Subtitle**: All Startups events in Chicago, Illinois. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Chicago like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance
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All Startups events in Chicago, Illinois. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Chicago like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance

## Events in Chicago

- **Event Name**: CHENCHO CORLEONE
  - **Description**: Experience the exciting event 'CHENCHO CORLEONE' at V Live , Chicago, IL, United States. This must-attend gathering promises an unforgettable experience for all attendees. Join us for a day filled with innovation, networking, and inspiration. Book your at
  - **Date**: Fri Oct 16 2026 at 08:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/chencho-corleone/2900030738959322
  - **Venue**: V Live
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  - **Price**: USD 70
- **Event Name**: CHIWITCON 2026: Beyond Boundaries, Beyond Expectations
  - **Description**: We are excited to announce that ChiWitCon is back for our 11th year on October 1, 2026 at the Old Post Office! Our theme this year is Beyond Boundaries, Beyond Expectations.
  - **Date**: Thu Oct 01 2026 at 08:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/chiwitcon-2026-beyond-boundaries-beyond-expectations-tickets/200030626455538
  - **Venue**: Old Chicago Main Post Office
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  - **Price**: USD 0 to 180
- **Event Name**: Startup Networking Chicago: Founders, Investors & Talent Mixer
  - **Description**: Chicago Startup Networking Event: Meet Founders, Investors, and Talent - Build or Scale Your StartupAbout this EventStartup Networking Event in Chicago for founders, investors, and tech talent.
  - **Date**: Wed Sep 30 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/startup-networking-chicago-founders-investors-and-talent-mixer/100001990528096119
  - **Venue**: Joy District
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  - **Price**: USD 0 to 66
  - **Categories**: fitness, Business, Meetups
- **Event Name**: Ivy Lab
  - **Date**: Thu Oct 08 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/ivy-lab/2300030589349813
  - **Venue**: Smoke & Mirrors
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- **Event Name**: BioTech Fermenter: Chicago's Biotech Meetup
  - **Description**: Chicago's largest monthly networking event for biotech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and evangelists. A chill event for everyone in biotech.About this EventNetwork over a drink with Chicago's biotechnology professionals and
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  - **Date**: Tue Oct 06 2026 at 06:30 pm – Tue Oct 06 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/biotech-fermenter-chicagos-biotech-meetup/100002001024260429
  - **Venue**: Rebel & Rye
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: fitness, Business, Nonprofit, Meetups, Sports, Workshops
- **Event Name**: Steve Hackman
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 24 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sat Oct 24 2026 at 09:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/steve-hackman/2300030511583529
  - **Venue**: Harris Theater
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- **Event Name**: Chicago Business Networking Event @ The Gwen Rooftop
  - **Description**: Experience an upscale networking night at The Gwen Hotel in downtown Chicago on October 1stAbout this EventExclusive Business Networking Event at The Gwen Hotel, Downtown ChicagoEx
  - **Date**: Thu Oct 01 2026 at 06:30 pm – Thu Oct 01 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/chicago-business-networking-event-the-gwen-rooftop/100002000057633221
  - **Venue**: Upstairs at The Gwen
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  - **Price**: USD 13 to 23
  - **Categories**: fitness, Business
- **Event Name**: Kiefer
  - **Date**: Fri Oct 09 2026 at 09:00 pm – Fri Oct 09 2026 at 11:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/kiefer/2300030368642408
  - **Venue**: Sleeping Village
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- **Event Name**: AI & Tech Networking Event in Chicago by Ascent Valley
  - **Description**: Dive into tech with other professionals! Network and build strong relationships with investors, tech experts, and entrepreneurs in ChicagoAbout this EventJoin us in Chicago for a high-energy AI &
  - **Date**: Wed Oct 28 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/ai-and-tech-networking-event-in-chicago-by-ascent-valley/100002000042853013
  - **Venue**: Joy District
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  - **Price**: USD 0 to 65
  - **Categories**: fitness, Business, Meetups
- **Event Name**: Tech Startups, Investors, Professionals Pitch & Networking Chicago
  - **Description**: Join us at Chicago Tech Connect for a night of networking with fellow startups, entrepreneurs, and professionals in the tech industry!About this EventJoin us for an evening of tech innovation, networking,
  - **Date**: Tue Oct 20 2026 at 07:00 pm – Tue Oct 20 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/tech-startups-investors-professionals-pitch-and-networking-chicago/100002000577553316
  - **Venue**: 1944 W Division St
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  - **Price**: USD 10 to 39
  - **Categories**: fitness, Business, Art, Meetups, science-fair
- **Event Name**: Mind Enterprises
  - **Date**: Tue Oct 06 2026 at 08:00 pm – Tue Oct 06 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/mind-enterprises/2300030222707458
  - **Venue**: Thalia Hall
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- **Event Name**: Chicago Tech Startups, Investors, Experts Networking & Pitch Event
  - **Description**: Connect with tech startups, investors, and industry experts for an evening of rapid-fire pitches, conversations and opportunities.About this EventJoin us for a powerful evening designed for tech founders,
  - **Date**: Tue Oct 20 2026 at 07:00 pm – Tue Oct 20 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/chicago-tech-startups-investors-experts-networking-and-pitch-event/100002000577390830
  - **Venue**: Easy Bar
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  - **Price**: USD 10 to 39
  - **Categories**: fitness
- **Event Name**: Tech Startup Networking Chicago Lincoln Park - Series A / Venture Capital Networking Event
  - **Description**: Tech Startup Networking Chicago Lincoln Park - Series A / Venture Capital Scale up Networking EventAbout this EventOver 25's only - Strict Smart dress code no hoodies or tracksuits- management h
  - **Date**: Tue Oct 06 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/tech-startup-networking-chicago-lincoln-park-series-a-venture-capital-networking-event/100002001177000278
  - **Venue**: Parlay Lincoln Park
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: fitness, Business, Meetups
- **Event Name**: Chicago Wellness, Health, Beauty, Fitness Networking & Pitch Event
  - **Description**: Connect with founders, investors & experts in Wellness, Health, Beauty, Fitness for live pitches and meaningful networking.About this EventJoin us for a dynamic evening bringing together founders, inno
  - **Date**: Tue Oct 06 2026 at 07:00 pm – Tue Oct 06 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/chicago-wellness-health-beauty-fitness-networking-and-pitch-event/100001999153130830
  - **Venue**: Easy Bar
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9jMTgzNGViYWZiMmY0OGUzZmM2ZTYyYTkyZTdmOTExMTYwZGNhNGYyMzE2MTg2YzRhMWMwYzQ4ZDYzYmYwOTlmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDc5OC1kYzE4MjgyOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODgwMTgzODg.avif
  - **Price**: USD 10 to 39
  - **Categories**: fitness, health-wellness
- **Event Name**: Gavn!
  - **Date**: Thu Oct 29 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu Oct 29 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/gavn/2300030366854114
  - **Venue**: Reggie's Rock Club
  - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Gavn%21&date=Thu+Oct+29+2026+at+07%3A00+pm&bg=5

## Trending Events in Chicago

- **Event Name**: Sober October: Chicago Zero Proof Halloween Bar Crawl
  - **Description**: WHO SAID SOBER HAD TO BE BORING? 💋We're kicking off spooky season with a zero-proof Halloween bar crawl through Chicago featuring handcrafted mocktails, zero-proof cocktails, cali-sober options, DJs
  - **Venue**: Chicago
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- **Event Name**: Chicago BYOB Sip and Paint with Male Models
  - **Description**: Painting experience with a MAJOR twist! Ladies & gentlemen, get ready for a truly adult paint night.www.instagram.com/exoticpaintings__/About this Event  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/0fe9f890-ba39-11f1-afc5-c961
  - **Venue**: 5425 W Lawrence Ave
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- **Event Name**: Chicago BYOB Exotic Paintings Sip and Paint with Male Models
  - **Description**: Painting experience with a MAJOR twist! Ladies & gentlemen, get ready for a truly adult paint night.www.instagram.com/exoticpaintings_/About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/cYkrcXcyzKs  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/ban
  - **Venue**: 5425 W Lawrence Ave
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- **Event Name**: Ultimate Taco & Tequila
  - **Description**: Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the Ultimate Taco & Tequila party! 🌮🍹 Join us for a fantastic night filled with mouthwatering gourmet tacos, refreshing top-shelf tequila, and vibrant live music that will keep your spirits high. With the a
  - **Venue**: House Party!
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- **Event Name**: Chicago Exotic Paintings BYOB Sip and Paint with Male Models
  - **Description**: Painting experience with a MAJOR twist in the CHICAGOl! Ladies, and open minded gentlemen, get ready for a truly adult paint night.About this Event  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/90c28350-b594-11f1-b42f-335897112170-
  - **Venue**: 5425 W Lawrence Ave
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- **Event Name**: Dia de los Muertos
  - **Description**: Celebrate Día de los Muertos with us at Café Con Leche with a hands-on sugar skull painting night.Join us on October 22 from 6:30–8:30 PM to paint and decorate your own sugar skull while enjoying appetizers and drin
  - **Venue**: Cafe Con Leche
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- **Event Name**: Chicago Exotic Paintings BYOB Wine and Paint Male Model
  - **Description**: Painting experience with a MAJOR twist! Ladies & gentlemen, get ready for a truly adult paint night.www.instagram.com/exoticpaintings__/About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/cYkrcXcyzKs  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/ba
  - **Venue**: 5425 W Lawrence Ave
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- **Event Name**: A Chosen Few DJs Halloween Day Party. A House Music Event w $1,000 Costume Contest.
  - **Description**: Halloween Day.Saturday October 31st, 2026A Chosen Few Djs Halloween day party.A $1,000 Costume Contest in cash and prizes.Terry Hunter, and Alan King DJ w special guests Ge
  - **Venue**: Le Nocturne Chicago
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6ab0a0a9e98bb.jpg
- **Event Name**: Public Speaking Skills 1-Day Workshop | Chicago, IL
  - **Description**: Event DetailsDuration: 1-Day Practical Training (8 Hours)Timing: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (including breaks)Language: EnglishCertificate
  - **Venue**: Chicago
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a816d77c83e1.jpg

## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Chicago?
  - **A:** CHENCHO CORLEONE (Fri Oct 16 2026 at 08:00 pm at V Live), CHIWITCON 2026: Beyond Boundaries, Beyond Expectations (Thu Oct 01 2026 at 08:00 am at Old Chicago Main Post Office), Startup Networking Chicago: Founders, Investors & Talent Mixer (Wed Sep 30 2026 at 07:00 pm at Joy District), Ivy Lab (Thu Oct 08 2026 at 10:00 pm at Smoke & Mirrors), BioTech Fermenter: Chicago's Biotech Meetup (Tue Oct 06 2026 at 06:30 pm at Rebel & Rye).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Chicago?
  - **A:** BioTech Fermenter: Chicago's Biotech Meetup (Tue Oct 06 2026 at 06:30 pm at Rebel & Rye), Tech Startup Networking Chicago Lincoln Park - Series A / Venture Capital Networking Event (Tue Oct 06 2026 at 05:00 pm at Parlay Lincoln Park).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Chicago today September 30, 2026?
  - **A:** Startup Networking Chicago: Founders, Investors & Talent Mixer (Wed Sep 30 2026 at 07:00 pm at Joy District).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Chicago in September 2026?
  - **A:** Startup Networking Chicago: Founders, Investors & Talent Mixer (Wed Sep 30 2026 at 07:00 pm at Joy District).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Chicago?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Chicago on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Chicago?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Chicago include V Live, Old Chicago Main Post Office, Joy District.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Chicago range from USD 10 to USD 180. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Chicago include Ticketon Events, Chicago Women in Tech Conference, Ascent Valley.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Chicago.

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