Athletic Events at the Palmer House Hilton

Over 120 years ago, representatives from seven Midwest colleges met at the Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel for the first time, leading to the creation of the longest operating Division I collegiate athletic conference in the United States. Since then, the Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel has continued to be a notable presence within athletic events.  

From massaging your muscles at our full service spa to energizing at the fitness center, participants, fans and coaches alike will experience service that exemplifies team spirit as well as athlete centric accommodations and amenities.  Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel understands your event is unique and has the knowledge and flexibility to tailor your needs.  

Experience: Long-standing history of working with professional organizations, national governing bodies, collegiate markets and endurance events.

Proximity and Location: Located within walking distance to Buckingham Fountain and Grant Park, one and a half miles to Solider Field, two blocks to the Chicago Lakefront running and biking path, and two and a half miles to United Center.

Double Accommodations: The hotel offers almost 600 double bedded rooms, 120 that also have two bathrooms.

Fitness Center: The three level fitness center is fully equipped with everything you’ll need, open 24 hours and offered complimentary to in house guests. 

Event Space: Over 125,000 square feet of meeting and event space for groups of 10 to 1,500.  The sixth floor conference center offers an exclusive space with general session, meals and breakouts for groups up to 250.