Chicago 2026 ABA Convention Registration

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Registration & Excursions

ABA Member Convention RegistrationChicago 2026

$ Free

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$ Free Quantity

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$45.00 Quantity

Crime Tour - March 5 (12:30-4:00pm) Product Image

Crime Tour - March 5 (12:30-4:00pm) Step into the shadows of Chicago’s notorious past with the Chicago Crime Tour—an unforgettable deep dive into the city’s gritty underworld of gangsters, mobsters, and true crime legends. Learn the real stories behind Prohibition-era gangsters and the lawmen who tried to stop them. Includes transportation and Giordano's lunch (pizza, salad, soft drinks, and gratuity for the server).

$98.00 Quantity

Architecture Tour - March 5 (3:00-4:45pm) Product Image

Architecture Tour - March 5 (3:00-4:45pm) Experience the breathtaking beauty and rich history of Chicago from the best seat in the city—aboard a Wendella Architecture Tour! This iconic river cruise takes you through the heart of downtown, beneath the city's stunning skyline, and along the historic Chicago River, where you'll get an up-close look at world-famous architectural marvels that define the Windy City. Indoor seating in glass area is available. Enjoy a meal from surrounding venues or suggested locations on your own prior to departure.

$45.00 Quantity

Barrel Tour - March 6 (12:30-4:00pm) Product Image

Barrel Tour - March 6 (12:30-4:00pm)Enjoy panoramic views of Chicago’s skyline while sipping their way through the city’s best breweries, and tasting rooms. Enjoy a barbeque platter alongside tastings at District Brew Yards and further tasting at our second stop at the Haymarket Pub & Brewery. The Barrel Bus offers a uniquely classy way to explore the Windy City.

$145.00 Quantity

Pizza Tour - March 6 (12:30-4:00pm) Product Image

Pizza Tour - March 6 (12:30-4:00pm)Get ready to explore Chicago through its most iconic culinary treasure—pizza! With an expert guide leading the way, you’ll visit three distinct pizzerias, each showcasing a unique and delicious style that tells part of Chicago’s rich pizza story (includes transportation, pizza, salad, soft drinks, and gratuity for the server).

$70.00 Quantity

Navy Pier - March 7 (12:00-4:00pm) Product Image

Navy Pier - March 7 (12:00-4:00pm)Enjoy complimentary looped busing on your visit to Navy Pier—the city’s lakefront playground bursting with entertainment, attractions, and stunning skyline views. Additional individual experiences listed below may be purchased a la carte. Soar to new heights on the enclosed Centennial Wheel offering breathtaking 360-degree views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline (runs rain or shine). Take flight on Flyover Chicago, an immersive, motion-based ride that suspends you above a massive screen and lets you glide over the city's landmarks. Enjoy a meal from surrounding venues or suggested locations on your own prior to departure or at one of the many establishments at the Pier itself.

$ Free

Optional Excursions	Quantity	Price
Complementary Busing		$0.00
Flyover Ride (1:00-1:30pm)		$35.00
Ferris Wheel (Runs throughout day)		$20.00

Art Institute - March 7 (2:00-4:00pm) Product Image

Art Institute - March 7 (2:00-4:00pm)Unlock the stories behind some of the world’s greatest works of art with a docent-led tour of the Art Institute of Chicago. Led by passionate, knowledgeable docents, the tour brings iconic pieces to life. Guests are free to stay in the museum after the tour concludes until museum closing. Enjoy a meal from surrounding venues or suggested locations on your own prior to experiencing the musuem.

$85.00 Quantity

My Kind of Town Banquet - March 7 Product Image

My Kind of Town Banquet - March 7(Salad and Dessert included with each meal, prices include all city taxes, gratuity and service charges)

$117.50

Food Options	Quantity	Price
Roasted Chicken Breast/Heirloom Baby Carrot/Herbed Polenta/Mustard Chive Cream (GF)		$117.50
Roasted Butternut Squash Ravioli/Wilted Arugula/Hemp/Maitake Mushrooms/Sage Brown Butter (Vegetarian)		$117.50
Pork Loin/Green Beans/Boursin Sweet Potato Mash/Whole Grain Mustard Cream		$106.50

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