# Event Details - **Event Name**: Chicago Points Travel Festival 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 16 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 am – Sun, 18 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: The original community points and miles travel conference with an expanded program and all the traditions back to 2011.About this EventThis site is for registration for the Chicago Points Travel Festival 2026.Festival Speakers and Guests:Industry Keynote:Austen Mance & Kat Lin, founders TaekusIndustry Guests:James Berry, co-founder, SymphonyHariharan Jayakumar & Akhsheiy Tangutur, founders Silo Markets, in conversation with Michael WherleyThe Frequent Miler Team:Greg Davis-KeanNick ReyesStephen PepperTim SteinkeCaroline YoderFriday Opening Show Producers:Chika AdieleRandy ClintonDivya Johnson2026 Speakers:AllenMatt (Miles Earn and Burn)The Lion's ShareNirav AggarwalMindy BumgarnerJonathan Chen (Churning Tracker)Arthur ChowDeAndre Coke & Taryn Gisbert (BoldlyGo)Kendra & Josh CollinsGage CombsMax Craig (Points to the MAX)Andrew D'Amours (Flytrippers)Stephanie Darmofalski (befree2wander)Andrew DerthickMatt Diggs (Professor Horsey)Todd EvansMaria Fung (Maria Points the Way)Erik Galdino (Lucrando Com Milhas)Devon Gimbel (Point Me to First Class)Kristin GladDavid HansonDave Homyak (bikeguy)Senitra Horbrook (pointstravelher)Chris Hutchins (All the Hacks)Avneesh Kohli (Savewise)Ben Komenkul (Ben's Big Deal)Curtis Lin (Taekus)Chad Magee (Automated Miles)Julia Menez (Geobreeze Travel Podcast)Melissa MidoriCarlos Ortega (Restock Bot Alerts)Michael PiotterLogan Robinson & Erik Peterson (Aligned Incentives)Rohit SaneAnurag Singh (Bullion Gold Store)Tony Smith (CardCenter)Antong Su (Points Talent)Patrick SugarmanJen TaylorTprophet (Seat in 31b)Amy Tung (Prince of Travel)Jerry Udell (jigger)Justin Vacula (Hurdy Gurdy Travel Podcast)Keith Van (seats.aero)Rachel Yuan (Points Miles and Bling)Venue:Holiday Inn Chicago Oakbrook, 17 W, 350 W 22nd St, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181.Room block at Holiday Inn Chicago Oakbrook is $139/night + tax and includes breakfast for one adult. Booking will open in November 2025.Airport Transport:There is no hotel airport shuttle. Oakbrook is a bit closer to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) than Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD).There are many dining and entertainment options walkable and short drive nearby to Oakbrook Terrace shopping mall and surrounds for those who are explorers of brands.Monthly Attendee Virtual Events:Join emcee Arthur Chow, host Stefan Krasowski, and guest speakers for an interactive virtual event series, monthly dates and times for 2026 to be announced2nd Hyatt Lodge Fun Run/Walk:The route: the lakeside trails of Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook, the former McDonald's Hamburger UniversityWhen: 7:00 am, Saturday, October 17, 2026, prizes and refreshments at 7:45Where: Running trail start point at parking lot of Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook, 2815 Jorie Blvd, Oak Brook, IL 60523Who: free for Chicago Points Travel Festival 2026 attendees, their family and friendsFriday MasterclassesThe Friday Masterclasses are separately in-depth programs.Friday Masterclasses Ticketing:Stay tuned for Masterclass announcements in September 2026.Festival weekend:The festival weekend is the traditional conference program.Seminars Ticketing:A NON-REFUNDABLE registration fee of $299, includes:Monthly attendee virtual event.Admittance to the Festival sessions that kickoff Friday 5:00 pm and run through the weekend. Excludes Friday morning and afternoon Masterclasses.Lunch Saturday and Sunday.Coffee/snack breaks.Two drink tickets for Saturday evening reception.Excess funds donated to event charities. 2026 event charities TBA.Festival October 16-18 Schedule Times:All sessions included with Festival ticket.Friday, October 16:4:00 pm registration opens5:30-7:00 pm evening program, keynote speakersSaturday, October 17:8:00 am registration opens9:00 am-6:00 pm festival sessions (lunch included)6:00-7:00 pm reception (2 drink tickets included)7:00 pm-late self-planned group dinners and partiesSunday, October 18:8:00 am registration opens9:00 am-5:00 pm festival sessions (lunch included)5:00 pm see you next year!Sponsors:Aligned IncentivesBullion Gold StoreCardCenterTransfer Policy: registration is transferable for a $25 processing fee. Transfers must be completed by October 15, 2026 at 11:59 pm CDT—email organizer via EventBrite your ticket information. Transfers will be assigned by event organizer to those on event waitlist. Resale of tickets is prohibited and will result in ticket cancelation without refund.Recording Policy: no audio or video recording of sessions is permitted without express written consent. Unauthorized recording may result in ejection without refund. Photos of presentation slides are permitted only with verbal consent of the presenter.By registering for this event, you accept the and . - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakbrook-terrace/chicago-points-travel-festival-2026/100001884621115489 - **Event Categories**: festivals, nonprofit, charities, business, workshops, trips-adventures, conferences, holiday, parties, entertainment, shopping, virtual - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 9 hours - Location: Holiday Inn Chicago Oakbrook by IHG - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 299, max: 299, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Oakbrook Terrace - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Holiday Inn Chicago Oakbrook by IHG - **lat**: 41.8468829 - **long**: -87.9666495 - **full address**: Holiday Inn Chicago Oakbrook by IHG, 350 West 22nd Street, Oakbrook Terrace, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Chicago Points Travel Festival 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/0d6f0e865095d17c6c3c4d52a2211dc10339e6cd6c743c67ad9a1f4bb54f0cad-rimg-w1200-h675-dc161616-gmir.jpg?v=1762152677 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Chicago Points Travel Festival 2026 being held? - **A:** Chicago Points Travel Festival 2026 takes place on Fri, 16 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sun, 18 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Holiday Inn Chicago Oakbrook by IHG, 350 West 22nd Street, Oakbrook Terrace, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Chicago Points Travel Festival 2026? - **A:** Chicago Points Travel Festival 2026 is organized by Points Festival. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Chicago Points Travel Festival 2026 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Oakbrook Terrace, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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