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# Chicago Steampunk Exposition 2026 · Schaumburg, Illinois, United State | TradeShowIntel

> The Chicago Steampunk Exposition is scheduled for June 12-14, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Schaumburg in Schaumburg, Illinois, USA. This event celebrates Steampun

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# Chicago Steampunk Exposition 2026

The Chicago Steampunk Exposition is scheduled for June 12-14, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Schaumburg in Schaumburg, Illinois, USA. This event celebrates Steampunk culture with the theme "The 1893 Exposition’s Adventures in Wonderland," featuring special guest author Gail Carriger. It includes multiple exhibitor markets (Underground Market, Midway Market, Hall of Curiosities, Hallway Exhibitors), panels, workshops, gaming sessions, and entertainment. Organised by Carabas Events, the event has exhibitors, sponsors, and partners, with social media presence on Facebook and Twitter.
The Chicago Steampunk Exposition is scheduled for June 12-14, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Schaumburg in Schaumburg, Illinois, USA. This event celebrates Steampunk culture with the theme "The 1893 Exposition’s Adventures in Wonderland," featuring special guest author Gail Carriger. It includes multiple exhibitor markets (Underground Market, Midway Market, Hall of Curiosities, Hallway Exhibitors), panels, workshops, gaming sessions, and entertainment. Organised by Carabas Events, the event has exhibitors, sponsors, and partners, with social media presence on Facebook and Twitter.

## Event details

- **Dates:** 12–14 Jun 2026

- **Location:** Schaumburg, Illinois, United States

- **Venue:** Hyatt Regency Schaumburg

- **Industry:** Steampunk

- **Category:** Trade show

## Audience scale

- **Exhibitors:** 0+

## Why exhibit
Exhibiting at the Chicago Steampunk Exposition offers a unique opportunity to showcase your products to a passionate and engaged audience of Steampunk enthusiasts, collectors, and creators. With dedicated spaces like the Underground Market for vendors, the Midway Market for artists, and the Hall of Curiosities for displays, you can reach attendees interested in handcrafted goods, art, literature, and immersive experiences. The event's diverse programming and highly themed atmosphere ensure high foot traffic and networking potential.

## Why visit
Attendees can immerse themselves in a vibrant Steampunk world with over 100 hours of programming including panels, workshops, gaming, and live entertainment. Explore the exhibitor markets for unique handcrafted items, attend special events like the Madhatter’s Tea Party and Goblin King’s Masquerade, and meet guest author Gail Carriger. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the genre, the exposition offers something for everyone in a welcoming community atmosphere.

## Exhibitor profile

- Vendors

- Artists

- Musicians

- Writers

- Organizations

- Fan Groups

- Crafters

- Publishers

- Costume makers

- Prop makers

## Visitor profile

- Steampunk enthusiasts

- Collectors

- Cosplayers

- Readers

- Gamers

- History buffs

- Art lovers

- Families

- Sci-fi/Fantasy fans

## Industries

- Steampunk

- Entertainment

- Arts

- Gaming

## Organisers

- Carabas Events