
Mosque Foundation
Bridgeview
One of the largest and busiest mosques in the United States, serving a community of over 50,000 Muslims.
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Halal Industry Event
The 2026 edition has wrapped up.
US International Halal Expo & Summit is a recurring halal industry event. The next edition is expected around August 2027, get notified the moment dates are confirmed.
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Price on request
Our estimate: ~$1,800. Not confirmed by the organiser. Inquire and we'll get you the official rate.
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The United States' premier halal industry expo and summit held in Chicago. Covers halal food, certification, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and Islamic finance.
This event offers both in-person and virtual attendance options. Can't make it to the venue? Join the live stream and virtual exhibition hall online.
Register for online accessSave on booth cost with shared high-traffic exhibition space (Jumla Pavilions)
Access to serious buyers and decision-makers
On-site product promotion
Inclusion in Jumla's pre-show and post-show marketing campaigns
Lead generation
Price on request
Our estimate: ~$3,200. Not confirmed by the organiser. Inquire and we'll get you the official rate.
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Canada
November 6, 2026 – November 7, 2026
Halifax Tower Hotel
Calculated for McCormick Place (Muslim World League method, Shafi'i Asr). These are approximate, confirm with a local mosque or a prayer-times app on the day.
| Day | Fajr | Sunrise | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 11 Aug | 04:06 | 05:55 | 12:56 | 16:48 | 19:56 | 21:37 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 04:08 | 05:56 | 12:55 | 16:47 | 19:55 | 21:35 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 04:10 | 05:57 | 12:55 | 16:47 | 19:53 | 21:33 |

Chicago, USA
Chicago has one of the largest and most established Muslim communities in the United States, so halal food is easy to find — from Devon Avenue to the southwest suburbs — and there are many mosques plus prayer/meditation rooms at both airports. The CTA "L" trains and buses, on a single Ventra card, make getting around the city straightforward.
Mosques and sights
Mosques and Islamic-heritage landmarks worth your time around the expo.

Bridgeview
One of the largest and busiest mosques in the United States, serving a community of over 50,000 Muslims.
Bronzeville
Built in 1922, it is one of the oldest standing mosques in the United States.

Mayfair (Elston Avenue)
One of Chicago's oldest and largest Muslim centres, housed in a converted 1923 theatre.

West Ridge
Chicago's main South Asian and Muslim corridor, lined with halal restaurants, grocers and shops.

The Loop (Downtown)
A central mosque and prayer space convenient for Muslim visitors staying downtown.
Halal food
Well-loved halal restaurants across Chicago, from cheap local favourites to special-occasion dining.

Devon Avenue (West Ridge)
A Devon Avenue institution serving large halal biryani and curry plates at very low prices, open late.

Devon Avenue (West Ridge)
Hotels
Picks for every budget.

River North (Downtown)
Five-star riverside hotel with large rooms and a spa, about a 30-minute drive from Devon Avenue.

The Loop (Downtown)
Upscale downtown hotel in a landmark building with a pool and full amenities.

Know before you go
Everything a Muslim traveller needs to land in Chicago with confidence.
Getting in
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
• CTA Blue Line, ~45 min to the Loop
• Taxi / Uber / Lyft, 30-60 min
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
• CTA Orange Line, ~25-30 min to the Loop
• Taxi / rideshare, 20-40 min
Getting around
The CTA runs the "L" rapid-transit trains and an extensive bus network across the city; Metra serves the suburbs.
Taxis and rideshare are plentiful downtown; a car helps for the southwest-suburb halal hubs.
Weather in August
High ~28°C · Low ~18°C
Getting here
Most halal-expo buyers and exhibitors fly in from the world's main halal hubs. Here's how to reach Chicago from each. Entry rules vary by nationality, so check the Visa & entry note.
See the full Chicago travel guide →
Sources: https://www.choosechicago.com · https://www.transitchicago.com · https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov
Long-running halal spot famous for its slow-cooked beef nihari and goat karahi.

Devon Avenue (West Ridge)
A more polished sit-down option serving zabiha halal Pakistani-Indian dishes.

Devon Avenue (West Ridge)
Family-run zabiha halal kitchen known for grilled meats, karahi and falooda.

Devon Avenue (West Ridge)
Popular halal spot on Devon for traditional South Asian grills and breads.
Rogers Park (North Side)
Reliable mid-range hotel on the north side, close to Devon Avenue and the lakefront.

Ravenswood (North Side)
Apartment-style suites with kitchens, handy for families staying near the north side.

Lincolnwood
Simple budget motel just north of Devon Avenue with easy parking.

West Ridge (North Side)
No-frills motel close to the Devon Avenue halal food strip.
Warm, humid late summer with occasional thunderstorms.
Light summer clothing; a light layer for strong indoor AC and lake breezes.
Visa & entry
Money
US Dollar · USD
Cards and contactless are accepted virtually everywhere.
Tipping ~18-20% is expected at sit-down restaurants and for many services.
Connectivity
AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon SIMs at the airport and city stores
Plug: Type A / B (North American) · 120V / 60Hz
Emergency
General: 911
Fire: 911
Safety
Where to pray
Mosques across the metro area: Many masjids, including large centres in Bridgeview and on the North Side.
Airport meditation/prayer rooms: Both airports provide quiet meditation/prayer rooms.
Independent and organiser videos from past editions of this expo, with our own notes on what each one shows.
By Halal Expo & Summit USA · 18:41
Watch this if you want a feel for the US halal market event — its hybrid format, the businesses and officials it draws, and the networking on offer.
An official recap, but with real exhibitor voices and a congressional appearance that convey the event's networking value and US-market focus.
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