Chicago Auto Show 2010
The Chicago Auto Show is the largest auto show in North America and this year marks the 102nd edition of the show. CATA (Chicago Automobile Trade Association) produced the show since 1935. The auto show will be held from February 12 to 21 at the McCormick Place, 2301 South Martin Luther King Drive, Chicago, Illinois. Public show hours will start at 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. but on February 21 the public show hours will be from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
What the Auto Show can offer those who will come? According to their site, complete range of domestic and imported passenger cars and trucks; sport utility vehicles, experimental and concept cars can be seen at the event (nearly 1000 different vehicles) and numerous accessories and auto-related exhibits, competition vehicles, project, antique and collector cars. For those who wanted to come here are the ticket prices:
- $11 for adults
- $7 for seniors aged 62 and older
- $7 for children 7-12
- Free admissions for children 6 and younger are free when they accompany a paying adult
- Weekday discount coupons ($4 off the regular adult admission) available at various area new-car dealers and Shell gas stations. Participating banks also mail the discount tickets to their account holders.
- School & group discounts available
Also, take note of these dates because these are special days:
- On Tuesday, February 16, Women’s Day. Women are admitted for $7. Manufacturers will present special women-oriented programs on the purchase and lease of cars and maintenance.
- On Wednesday, February 17, Thursday, February 18, Friday, February 19. Chicago Auto Show Food Drive sponsored by Chrysler. Show patrons who bring three cans of food, donated to the Chicago Christian Industrial League; will receive a coupon for $7 admission.
- Also in Friday, February 19, Telemundo Hispanic Day.
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