Venues & Dock Guide
Trade show shipping to McCormick Place
McCormick Place is one of the largest trade show venues in the U.S. NEX EXPO Express delivers trade show freight directly to the McCormick Place loading dock, bypassing the advance warehouse entirely. Exhibitors shipping to McCormick Place typically save $780–$1,200 per pallet compared to standard drayage routing.
2301 S Martin Luther King Dr, Chicago, IL 60616
- Direct to loading dock
- No advance warehouse
- Flat-rate pricing
- Dock appointment coordinated
Official Decorators
10000, Freeman, GES, GES (Global Experience Specialists), GES ?, The decorator is typically appointed in the spring
Dock Access
Confirmed for each show
Show-Site Coordination
Handled by NEX EXPO
Rate Locked at Booking
No post-show invoices
Information varies by show and decorator. Confirmed dock instructions are provided with your shipment coordination.
McCormick Place
2301 S Martin Luther King Dr
2301 S Martin Luther King Dr, Chicago, IL 60616
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All trucks must check in at the marshalling yard (3050 S. Moe Drive) before dock access — no vehicle admitted without a yard pass. $25/vehicle yard fee. Max 13'6" height / 102" width. Certified weight tickets required. Freight not accepted before contracted move-in date.
Information varies by show and decorator. Confirmed instructions are provided with your shipment coordination.
Avg. Exhibitor Savings
$780–$1,200
per pallet vs. advance warehouse
Shipping directly to the McCormick Place loading dock means you skip the advance warehouse entirely — the most expensive part of traditional drayage. Your flat rate is locked in before you ship — no post-show invoices, no surprises.
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Common Questions
Common questions about shipping to McCormick Place
How do I ship trade show freight to McCormick Place?
Get an instant flat-rate quote above, select your McCormick Place show, and book. NEX EXPO delivers your exhibitor freight directly to the McCormick Place loading dock — no advance warehouse needed.
Does NEX EXPO deliver directly to McCormick Place?
Yes. NEX EXPO delivers directly to the McCormick Place loading dock. Dock appointments are coordinated on your behalf.
Can I skip the advance warehouse for McCormick Place shows?
Yes. NEX EXPO delivers directly to the McCormick Place show dock during move-in — bypassing the advance warehouse and its associated storage and handling fees.
What is the freight deadline for McCormick Place shows?
Each show has its own shipping deadline shown on the show page. We recommend booking at least 2–3 weeks before move-in to guarantee your rate and pickup window.
Add-Ons
Optional services
Add only what you need — nothing more. Pricing always shown before you confirm.
Secure storage
Climate controlled, monitored storage between shows.
Early pickup scheduling
Lock in early pickup windows to protect your show timeline.
Special handling
For fragile, high-value, oversized, or custom exhibit freight.
Cargo insurance
Optional protection coverage for added peace of mind.
On-site support & supervision
Dedicated staff overseeing your freight at the venue.
After-hours / weekend delivery
Flexible delivery windows when show schedules demand it.
Ready to ship to McCormick Place?
Flat-rate delivery to the show dock. Dock appointment included. No advance warehouse. No surprise fees.
No account needed · instant pricing