Join us at the Tinley Park Fishing, Travel Expo from February 12-14, 2027, at the Tinley Park Convention Center for a family-friendly event featuring the latest in fishing gear and outdoor adventures.
Dates
12–14 Feb 2027
City / country
Tinley Park, United States
Venue
Tinley Park Convention Center
Companies exhibiting at Tinley Park Fishing, Travel include Anglers Outlet, AT&T Business, Bass Pro Shops, Beaver Rub Spice Company and Bettenhausen.
Event overview
The Tinley Park Fishing, Travel Expo is Chicago's longest-running fishing show, returning in 2027 with a vast selection of regional fishing and outdoor experts. The expo will occupy over 68,000 square feet, showcasing exhibitors from the Midwest selling everything related to fishing and outdoor fun.
Attendees can expect seminars, demonstrations, and activities for all ages, making it an exciting event for families and fishing enthusiasts alike. Tinley Park Fishing, Travel takes place in Tinley.
TL;DR
The expo offers a unique opportunity to connect with fishing experts and learn about the latest gear and techniques. Attendees can participate in hands-on demonstrations and seminars, ensuring a fun and educational experience. With family activities and giveaways, it's a perfect outing for outdoor lovers.
Exhibiting at the Tinley Park Fishing, Travel Expo provides access to a targeted audience of fishing enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. Scale and Focus: This expo features over 160 exhibitors showcasing fishing gear, outdoor apparel, and travel destinations. Buyer Authority: Attendees include fishing enthusiasts, families, and outdoor adventurers looking for the latest gear and experiences.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
18451 Convention Center Drive, Tinley Park, IL 60477
Tinley Park Convention Center in Tinley Park typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Tinley Park Convention Center in Tinley Park typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Tinley Park Convention Center for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
General admission
Adult One Day Ticket
General admission
Senior & Veteran One Day Ticket
General admission
Children Ages 7 - 12
Who runs the show
The Lorann Company, LLC
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
Next edition
Not announced yet
Edition recap
Impact
The 2026 Tinley Park Fishing, Travel & Outdoor Expo took place February 13-15, 2026, at the Tinley Park Convention Center. Organizers billed the show as the largest fishing expo in history. The Village of Tinley Park reported that anglers of all ages attended, and a full exhibitor list was made available for download before the event.
Exhibitor outcomes
The 2026 Tinley Park Fishing, Travel & Outdoor Expo took place February 13-15, 2026, at the Tinley Park Convention Center. Organizers billed the show as the largest fishing expo in history. The Village of Tinley Park reported that anglers of all ages attended, and a full exhibitor list was made available for download before the event.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Attending Tinley Park Fishing, Travel on 2027-02-12 to 2027-02-14 in Tinley Park lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
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Latest updates from across the market.
2026 Special report on fishing - Outdoor Industry Association
ReadRecreational fishing in the U.S. - statistics & facts | Statista
ReadOutdoor Economy Reaches $1.2 Trillion: Boating, Fishing ... - GearJunkie
ReadReports and Trends - ASA
ReadOutdoor Recreation Industry Remains an Economic Powerhouse as Dept. of ...
ReadUSA Fishing Market Market Share, Companies & Trends Report 2025-2031
ReadPlan your trip
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
EVEN Hotel Chicago-Tinley Park-Conv Ctr, an IHG Hotel
4.1
Closest listed property to the halls; captured Google Hotels price of about INR 16,970 per night, pet-friendly with free cancellation.
Sleep Inn Tinley Park I-80 near Amphitheatre-Convention Center
3.8
Free parking at the lowest Tinley Park in-town rate captured, about INR 12,108 per night.
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tinley Park, IL
3.1
Cheapest captured option at about INR 7,175 per night, with pool and free parking.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Orland Park - Mokena by IHG
3.9
Free cancellation and hot tub; captured rate about INR 16,389 per night.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chicago Oak Forest
4.2
Highest guest rating among captured IHG options, about INR 16,109 per night with pool and free cancellation.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chicago South Lansing
4.1
Pool and free cancellation, about INR 16,738 per night.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chicago Matteson, an IHG Hotel
3.6
Pool and free cancellation, about INR 17,752 per night.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Metra commuter rail
Weekend and midweek schedules both run; taxi or rideshare covers the last leg to Convention Center Drive.
Pace / CTA bus
Useful from nearby suburban hotels without a shuttle.
Rideshare / taxi
Roughly 45-60 minutes from ORD and 30-40 minutes from MDW depending on traffic.
taxi
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
Weather
Tinley Park in February sits in the Chicago-area winter: expect sub-freezing mornings around 21 F (-6 C) and afternoon highs near 36 F (2 C), plus a realistic chance of snow or icy pavement on the drive in from ORD or MDW.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or a local SIM for business visitors to the United States.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business dress
Midwest outdoors-industry casual rules: jeans, boots and branded fleece are normal on the show floor; save a jacket for any scheduled supplier meeting.
Arrival
Arrive early on Friday 12 February 2027 for badge pickup, since opening day draws the largest crowd of the three-day run.
Tipping and payments
Prices are quoted in US dollars (USD); card payments are standard, and 15-20 percent gratuity is customary for table service and taxis.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Tinley Park; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.
International visitors normally require a US visa; business travel to a trade expo is covered by the B-1 temporary business visitor category, while Visa Waiver Program travellers use ESTA instead.
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
B-1 visitors may attend the Tinley Park expo and consult with exhibitors but may not receive salary from a US source or run production work. Carry the expo invitation, exhibitor list and hotel confirmation to the consular interview.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Use the nearest international airport serving Tinley Park; Metro, train or taxi links are typically available to the venue district.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Tinley Park Convention Center: Tinley Park, adjacent to the convention center: EVEN Hotel Chicago-Tinley Park-Conv Ctr, an IHG Hotel; Tinley Park, near I-80: Sleep Inn Tinley Park I-80 near Amphitheatre-Convention Center; Tinley Park: Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tinley Park, IL.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Tinley Park; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Metra's Rock Island District serves Tinley Park at the 80th Avenue and Tinley Park stations, with Pace/CTA bus routes and a stop at 183rd Street and Convention Center Drive near the hall.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Tinley Park Convention Center; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: February 2027
Temperature: February averages near 21-36 F (about -6 to 2 C), with overnight freezes common
Seasonality: Midwinter in northern Illinois: cold, dry-ish and occasionally snowy, with lake-effect and system snow possible during the expo weekend
Packing: Pack a heavy winter coat, gloves, hat and insulated boots for the walk from parking or the hotel shuttle; indoor halls are heated so layers work best
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Tinley Park Fishing, Travel usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day 14 - Confirm the expo runs February 12-14, 2027 at Tinley Park Convention Center and check tinleyfishexpo.com/schedule for seminar times before locking your weekend.
Day 13 - Decide which day fits your fishing calendar; Saturday is usually the busiest floor day, so choose Friday or Sunday if you want unhurried time with tackle vendors.
Day 12 - Buy tickets early on tinleyfishexpo.com to use the advertised early-purchase discount; adult one-day admission is USD 10 at the gate.
Day 11 - Build a short list of gear gaps for spring: line class, lure colours, electronics upgrades, or a first kayak or boat comparison.
Day 10 - Check the exhibitor list for the tackle, boat and travel brands you want to visit, and note booth numbers from the floor plan.
Day 9 - Book a Tinley Park or Orland Park hotel if you are travelling in; midscale IHG properties near the convention center are the closest cluster.
Day 8 - Plan the drive or Metra route: Rock Island District to Tinley Park - 80th Avenue, or a 30-40 minute drive from Midway (MDW).
Day 7 - Check the Chicago-area forecast; February mornings near Tinley Park run around 21 F with afternoon highs near 36 F, so plan for snow and icy pavement.
Day 6 - Reserve seminar slots you do not want to miss, particularly Hall of Fame speaker sessions on Great Lakes trolling or river walleye patterns.
Day 5 - Set a cash and card budget for the show floor, and note that many small tackle makers sell show specials only in person.
Day 4 - Pack a tote or small rolling bag for catalogues, lure packs and club handouts, plus a phone charger for the floor.
Day 3 - Pre-book any charter or lodge dates you are seriously considering; captains often hold show-only deposit terms.
Day 2 - Confirm parking at the convention center and allow extra time for badge pickup at the door on Saturday morning.
Day 1 - Print or screenshot your ticket, check the seminar hall locations, and arrive at opening to walk the tackle aisles before the afternoon crowd.
Registration and hall orientation at Tinley Park Convention Center
Supplier meetings and product demos
Final negotiations and follow-up
Tinley Park Fishing, Travel registration concourse
Tinley Park Convention Center
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Tinley Park Convention Center
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
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visitor · General admission
USD 10 / per person
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Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether Tinley Park Fishing, Travel fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
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What is your primary role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.
Best for
Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.
Min. budget
$400.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.
Risks
Limited session times published - confirm agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.
Best for
Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.
Risks
Booth pricing not published in captured sources - confirm with organiser.
skip
Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.
Best for
Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.
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Risks
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