The Illinois Department of Agriculture is hosting the first-ever Illinois Product Expo in Chicago on Friday, Oct. 16 from noon to 7 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 17 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Isadore and Sadie Dorin Forum at the University of Illinois Chicago, located at 725 W Roosevelt Rd.
The event aims to connect consumers with a diverse range of Illinois-made products while highlighting farmers, entrepreneurs and small businesses.
The Department of Agriculture has hosted successful product expos in Springfield and Du Quoin. The new Chicago Illinois Product Expo will feature over 70 vendors, offering Chicagoland residents a unique opportunity to celebrate Illinois agriculture, shop local products and connect with producers from across the state.
The expo will also include product samples from vendors, new Illinois products and a free Illinois product bag while supplies lasts. Products include baked goods, skin care products, dairy products, eggs, canned goods, jams, coffee, popcorn and more.
Guests can purchase tickets online for $10 or at the door for $15. Attendees are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance online.
Residents can learn more and purchase tickets here.
