2026 State Conference
The annual APA-IL State Conference is not just an event – it's a 3-day extravaganza showcasing the absolute best in Illinois urban planning. Attendees can expect exciting educational sessions, one-of-a-kind mobile workshops, and unforgettable social soirées.
The APA-IL is excited to invite Illinois planners and allied professionals to join us back in Evanston, a familiar and walkable setting steps from downtown restaurants, the lakefront, and transit.
Many of you remember our 2019 conference at the Orrington - that experience had some challenges. APA-IL has worked closely with the Orrington to ensure those issues are behind us. The hotel has completed significant updates, including the air conditioning, and the staff are committed to providing attendees with a comfortable and high-quality experience this year.
2026 APA-IL State Conference
September 30 - October 2, 2026
Hilton Orrington/Evanston
1710 Orrington Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
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Questions? Email Paula Freeze , APA-IL Executive Director.
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Being a sponsor has a positive impact on Illinois' communities.
Sponsorship dollars play a critical role in helping the chapter produce this unique and exciting educational opportunity for hundreds of state-wide planners.
Click here to download the 2026-27 APA-IL Sponsorship Prospectus.
Click here if you'd like to purchase your sponsorship right now!
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the best sponsorship fit for your organization, please contact Shelly Greenwood, Director of Sales, at sgreenwood@cgiresults.com.
2025-26 Sponsors
Thank you for your support! The sponsor list will update on 7/1/2026.
- Tier 1 Sponsor
- Tier 2 Sponsor
- Tier 3 Sponsor
- University Supporter
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- Start-Up Sponsor
- In-Kind Sponsor
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University Supporter
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Venue & Accommodations
Single and double occupancy room rates are $199/night plus fees & tax.
Hilton Orrington/Evanston
1710 Orrington Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
1-847-866-8700
Reservation requests received after 9/8/2026 cut-off date will be based on hotel availability at the contracted group rate.
The Hilton Orrington/Evanston is the official hotel for the APA-IL State Conference and will not reach out to you via email or telephone. While other hotel resellers may contact you offering housing, they are not endorsed by or affiliated with APA-IL, CGi, or Hilton.
Parking
Recommended option
While we recommend taking public transportation to the State Conference, we know driving is inevitable for some. Parking is not included in conference registration or hotel reservations. Click here for parking options.
Hotel valet parking is $37 / night and can be added to your hotel reservation.
If you are coming to this year's state conference via car, we suggest searching SpotHero for the best rates around the Orrington.
Click here to start planning your trip to APAIL26!
Looking for information from our past conferences? Please visit our Past/Future Conferences webpage.
