buyer amenities

THE WORLD’S BEST AMENITIES

The Merchandise Mart prides itself on providing all of the resources you need, second to none.

To welcome you in style and comfort, an abundance of amenities, events and services are available, giving buyers a first-class experience that is both affordable and convenient.

SERVICES INCLUDE:

• Discounted parking rates
• Market seminars and Power Lunches to help increase your bottom line
• Complimentary trolley service around Chicago
• Internet lounges
• Club Chicago Market lounge
• Concierge services—take advantage of all the city offers
• Discounted hotel packages and airfare
• Web site pre-planning support, including PLAN CHICAGO
• Dedicated Buyer Relations Manager to aid your VIP buyers through every step of Market

Coat and Luggage Check
1st Floor and 8th Floor | $2 per item

Wireless Internet Access
Floors 1, 2 and 8
The Mart is pleased to now offer wireless Internet access. Stop by the Information Desk for more details.

Internet Café
8th Floor, Center Pass-Through
Take advantage of our free access to the Internet to browse our online product locator or book your travel for upcoming Chicago Market events

Leasing Office
THURS.-WED., JAN. 15-21
15th Floor
Stop by the sales and leasing office to receive information about exhibiting, showroom leasing or The Mart. You also can book your travel for upcoming Chicago Markets.

Club Chicago
THURS.-WED., JAN. 15-21
Room 1520 | 9 a.m.-1 hour after market close.
A Market favorite! Club Chicago is, very simply, a beautiful lounge to relax in anytime during Market-with open space and tables to meet or a place to kick back with your feet up. Whether it's time to grab a bite to eat, sip a cocktail or wrap up shopping for the day, this Market Lounge provides the ideal sanctuary. Be sure to stop by during Happy Hour every day of Market, beginning at 4 p.m. Remember to pick up your $10 parking passes here!

The Wine Bar
SAT.-TUES., JAN. 19-22 | Booth 8-3129
Complement your buying experience with a sampling of fine wine as premier Illinois wineries share their well crafted reds and full bodied whites. Sponsored by the Illinois Grape Grower's Association.

While at The Chicago Market, enjoy a full-service, first-class restaurant experience!
bluprint restaurant & lounge is located in the north lobby of the world famous merchandise mart. Open since July 2007, it has garnered widespread acclaim for its imaginative American menu, creative cocktails and dramatic design.

bluprint’s striking architectural features are met with a comfortable and versatile ambiance ideal for dinner for 2, business lunches or dining solo at one of our communal tables. Private dining is also available.

Premier Buyer Program:

A hand selected group of buyers are eligible to receive all of the best amenities The Chicago Market has to offer. Several of the incentives offered include hotel offers, free parking, an exclusive Premier Buyer's Lounge complete with a business center, pastries, coffee and water supplied daily, as well as a complimentary coat check on those cold January days. In addition, Premier Buyer's can skip the registration lines by heading straight to the Premier Buyer's Lounge where a badge can be printed for them as they enjoy a cup of coffee!