Chicago Auto Show Announces 2013 Dates: February 9-18

Nation's Largest Auto Show Takes Advantage of Presidents Day Holiday to Heighten Exhibitor Value

CHICAGO--June 6, 2012: The public portion of 2013 Chicago Auto Show will run Saturday, Feb. 9 through Monday, Feb. 18. This marks the first time since 1998 that the show will open to the public on a Saturday. Show organizers decided to shift the dates for 2013 to take advantage of the Presidents Day holiday.

"From years past, we know that Presidents Day at the Chicago Auto Show is huge from an attendance standpoint and we want to ensure as many people as possible can attend our show," said 2013 Chicago Auto Show Chairman Mike Ettleson. "This will help give our exhibitors the best value and best opportunity to reach new buyers."

The Chicago Auto Show's black-tie benevolent event, First Look for Charity, will shift from Thursday to Friday, Feb. 8. "It's a move our charities have asked for and it will, no doubt, increase attendance at one of Chicago's most popular charity events," says 2013 Chicago Auto Show Co-Chairman Kurt Schiele.

Accordingly, the Media Preview for the Chicago Auto Show will begin Thursday, Feb. 7 and conclude Friday, Feb. 8. Please visit Chicago Auto Showor on Facebook for more information.