We’re excited to announce our return to the Sheraton Grand Chicago! Once again, our convention space will host a wide range of activities, events, and adventures that you’ve come to enjoy. Get ready to dive into the fun, fandom, and community that make Capricon truly special!
Our convention base of operations is none other than the Sheraton Grand Chicago, nestled in the heart of downtown Chicago, Illinois. You’ll find us at the following coordinates:
301 East North Water Street
Chicago, Illinois, 60611
https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/chigs-sheraton-grand-chicago/
Get ready to explore, create, and immerse yourself in all things fandom—whether it’s sci-fi, fantasy, anime, or beyond—all within the heart of the Windy City’s vibrant urban landscape!
Room rates
We have negotiated a discounted rate of $130 per night plus tax for traditional guest rooms (one King or two Double beds). Other options, including suites, may be available for an additional fee. Please use the link below to make your reservation.
https://book.passkey.com/e/50891049
The standard check-in time is 4pm, and the standard check-out time is 12pm. Please note that the Sheraton has updated its late check-out policy. While late check-out is available at no additional cost, this will be available on a limited basis and can only be requested at check-in or throughout the duration of your stay. If you prefer to guarantee a late check-out in advance, this can be secured for a $50 fee through the booking system above. We encourage attendees to plan accordingly based on their preferences.
Ready to throw a party at Capricon? Our Parties Department is the place for you. There, you will find all the info you need to book hospitality suites and reserve sleeping rooms for your entire crew! Whether you’re hosting a galactic bash or a fantasy gathering, this is a key step to setting up the ultimate hangout.
Need accessibility features? Capricon has got you covered! You are welcome to use the “Additional Requests” box on our booking site to request accessibility features for your hotel room. For further details or specific accessibility concerns, our Accessibility Department is standing by to beam over all the details you need.
Convention Space
We’ve been hard at work optimizing the convention space within the hotel to create the best possible experience for you. Stay tuned for updated floor plans so you can navigate Capricon with the precision of the Millennium Falcon plotting the Kessel Run!
Parking
Capricon has arranged for discounted parking at the Sheraton during the run of the convention. The details are:
- Parking at the Sheraton will be $15/day for convention members.
- This rate is available even if you are not staying in the hotel.
- Hotel guests will have first access, so it cannot be guaranteed for non-guests.
- Parking at the hotel does not include in/out privileges for guests of the hotel.
Hotel parking is also available for non-guests of the hotel. Validation will be available at the front desk of the hotel. Parking at the hotel does not include in/out privileges for non-guests of the hotel. Details on the parking validation process for discounted rates will be made available soon for those opting to not stay at the hotel.
If the parking fills up, or if you would prefer not to worry about altering your plans if it fills up before you get on site, we have noted that Spot Hero has 3 discounted parking options across the street from the Sheraton that have shown rates of $14 to $22 for parking sessions of at least 12 hours. These 3 lots have shown themselves to be consistently the cheapest in the area on Spot Hero so far:
- 225 E North Water Street
- 400 N McClurg Court
- Ogden Plaza Garage (300 E North Water Street)
Spot Hero prices are subject to change but can be purchased in advance, so you could possibly lock in $14 for 12 hours of parking during Capricon right now and be set.
It should be noted that the Ogden Plaza Garage is an excellent choice if it can be booked because that garage elevator connects to the Sheraton directly via an enclosed walkway. For folks with mobility issues, there are a couple of low door jams to work around, but it is fairly wide access and there are no stairs. You will enter the hotel on the same level that the Capricon program panels will be held.
Enter this location at LOWER 301 E North Water St. This is the garage for the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers. This is a LAZ Parking garage located near Navy Pier on the southwest corner of New St. and E North Water St. Look for the white and blue banner with red arrows that say “Hotel & Public Parking”
From the intersection of E. Illinois St. and McClurg Ct. OR the intersection of E. Grand Ave. and McClurg Ct., take McClurg Ct. south and make a right (turn west) on E. North Water Street. Follow E. North Street past New St. and into “the tunnel,” you will find the garage entrance on your left (south side), about 1/2 block past the tunnel entrance.
Travel
By Car
If traveling by car or cab from the airports, anticipate at least an hour and fifteen minutes from door to door.
Public Transit
From O’Hare International Airport –
Follow the directions to the Blue Line to Forest Park. Exit the train at Washington and transfer to one of the following buses: 29 (State) or 124 (Navy Pier) at State Street and Randolph Street. Estimated travel time from O’Hare to Hotel Lobby is 1 hour and 25 mins.
From Midway International Airport –
Follow directions to the Orange Line and exit the train at State & Lake. 29 (State) bus picks up at State & Lake. Estimated travel time is 1 hour and 10 mins.
From Union Station (Metra, Amtrak) –
124 (Navy Pier), 157 (Streeterville/Taylor) or the 151 (Sheridan) all depart from the transit hub south of Union Station. Estimated travel time is 30 mins from Union Station to the Hotel Lobby.
From Ogilvie Transportation Center (Metra) –
Head north to the Green/Pink Line at Clinton to Cottage Grove/Ashland (Green) or Loop (Pink). Exit at State & Lake and catch the 29 (State) and exit at Illinois & St. Clair. Estimated travel time from Ogilvie to Hotel Lobby is 20 mins.
157 (Streeterville/Taylor) and 124 (Navy Pier) departs Ogilvie from Canal & Madison to the southeast. Estimated travel time by bus from Ogilvie to Hotel Lobby is 25 mins.
From Millennium Station (Metra, South Shore Line) –
Exit to Grant Park (Randolph & Michigan) to take the 124 (Navy Pier) bus.
Exit to Michigan Avenue to catch the 151 (Sheridan), 157 (Streeterville/Taylor), or the 3 (King Drive) – exit the bus at Michigan & Hubbard.
Estimated travel time from Millennium Station to Hotel Lobby is 12 mins.
For all CTA bus and train questions or to use their trip planner head to transitchicago.com. Not all services run 24/7 and changes to service hours or removal of stops may occur.
For bus & train fares for the CTA – purchases can be made at Ventra Vending Machines located at:
- Chicago Union Station (Metra, Amtrak)
- Ogilvie Transportation Center (Metra)
- Millennium Station (Metra, South Shore Line)
For further fare information, download the Ventra app available with GooglePlay or AppleStore.
Metra/Amtrak/South Shore Train Lines –
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact hotel@capricon.org and someone will be happy to assist you.