This year’s Chicago Toy & Game Fair is almost sold out as organisers ready the “biggest yet” edition
The countdown is on for the Chicago Toy & Game Fair (CHITAG) 2025, taking place 8-9 November at the Donald E Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL.
Exhibitor slots are going fast for this year’s fair, with just a few final places remaining. Learn more here.
Produced by People of Play (POP), a division of The Toy Association, CHITAG is billed as the ultimate celebration of play, bringing together top brands, rising stars, media, influencers, and, most importantly, kids. This year’s edition is lining up to be “the biggest yet” says Mary Couzin, senior vice president & founder/leader of People of Play at The Toy Association.
“This year’s event is already shaping up to be the biggest yet, with major sponsors and exhibitors including Amazon, Crazy Aaron’s, Disney, Educational Insights, Goliath, Hasbro, Just Play, Mattel, Plus-Plus, Pudgy Penguins, Smart Toys & Games, and more”
“This year’s event is already shaping up to be the biggest yet, with major sponsors and exhibitors including Amazon, Crazy Aaron’s, Disney, Educational Insights, Goliath, Hasbro, Just Play, Mattel, Plus-Plus, Pudgy Penguins, Smart Toys & Games, and more,” said Mary. “Whether you’re showcasing a hot new product or making valuable industry connections, POP Weekend is the place to be.”
The latest update for exhibitors this year is the Wishlist Weekend, a brand-new feature where kids can create a digital wishlist on peopleofplay.com to track their favourite toys and games discovered during the fair. It’s a win-win for families and brands.
Visitors will have the opportunity to meet the inventors, connecting with the brilliant minds behind today’s most beloved toys and games during the fair, including Bob Kamp, Brady Peterson, Dan Klitsner, Joe Barron, and many more. Other highlights include a character meet-and-greet, snapping a photo and sharing in the fun with Star Wars characters, mascots, and surprise guests directly on the CHITAG floor.
A host of live entertainment is also planned, from influencer events to interactive stage shows during the fair like the Duncan Yo-Yo Championship, the weekend is packed with performances and surprises for the whole family.
Additional CHITAG Highlights:
- 20th Anniversary of the Young Inventor Challenge® — Celebrating two decades of empowering kid creators from around the world to pitch their original toy and game ideas. Learn more.
- Meet the Inventors — Character Meet-and-Greets — Snap photos and share the
- Live Entertainment
