The Hollywood Show Returns to Chicago in November
The Hollywood Show, the West Coast’s premier pop culture event, is returning to the Midwest after an almost decade-long hiatus and will be part of the Chicago Sports Show Spectacular. Held at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois, it will run November 20-22, 2026, and combines two great events into one with a single admission ticket!
Fans of the Burbank, California-based show, as well as those who haven’t had a chance to attend, can now enjoy the same fun in Chicago. The event will feature familiar faces from past Burbank shows, including a few who have already appeared this year, alongside Chicago-based celebrities and sports stars.
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Names include child star favorites Linda Blair, Butch Patrick, Erin Murphy, Henry Thomas and C. Thomas Howell. As well as a Love Boat Reunion with Fred Grandy, Jill Whelan and Ted Lange and a Goodfellas reunion with Lorraine Bracco and Chris Serrone. Other guests include ’80s poster girls Heather Locklear and Heather Thomas, Lorenzo Lamas, SNL alum Chris Kattan, Dukes of Hazzard star Catherine Bach, Shazam! star Jackson Bostwick, plus many more.
Chicago native alumni include Joey D’Auria, best known for being America’s favorite clown Bozo in the 1980s until the show ended in 2001, and shock jock “Mancow” Muller, who is available Saturday only from 12-2, with all proceeds going to charity.
While it is part of the Sports show, it will have its own dedicated area for fans to meet their favorite stars.
What is the Chicago Sports Spectacular
The Chicago Sports Spectacular brings together collectors, dealers, athletes, autograph seekers, and fans for an incredible weekend filled with sports memorabilia and collectibles.
The show floor features hundreds of dealers and exhibitors offering everything from vintage sports cards and memorabilia to modern trading cards, autographed items, and much more!
Notable sports stars in attendance include Brett Favre, Reggie Jackson, Ken Griffey Sr., Warren Sapp and many more.
For the entire lineup of the sports show, click here.
Will there be celebrity photo ops?
The Hollywood Show Chicago is pleased to be able to offer the opportunity for you to have professional photos taken with your favorite stars. Taken by a pro photographer, you’ll receive a gorgeous glossy 8×10 that can then be signed by the celebrity(s) you’ve just been photographed with. Photo prices vary depending on how many celebrities are in the shots. Click here for more details or to order.
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Where to stay in Chicago
There are many hotels in the area, as it is near Chicago O’Hare Airport, but the official hotel is the Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago, located at 9300 Bryn Mawr Avenue, Rosemont, Illinois. For discounted room rates, click here. Want the VIP treatment? The show is offering a Gold package that will include:
★ Includes a 2- or 3-night stay at the host hotel
★ 2 VIP 3-day GOLD early bird admission tickets
★ 2 exclusive VIP laminate passes
★ 2 days of internet in your room
★ 1 single celebrity photo op of your choice (Up to $45)
★ Shuttle service to and from the airport
★1 Hollywood Show Exclusive VIP gift bag plus raffle ticket to exciting prizes TBD.
For more information or how to book it, click here.
Other Show Information
As always, the vendor floor is a major draw, with tables selling comic books, posters, autographs, photos, collectibles, old and new toys, promo items, and vintage magazines.
Show times are as follows:
Friday
General Admission 3:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Early Bird/Sneak Peek 1 pm- 8:30 pm
Saturday
General Admission 9:30 am – 5 pm
VIP 9 am – 5 pm
Sunday
General Admission 10 am – 4 pm
VIP 9:30 am – 4 pm
Ticket prices for general admission:
Friday:
Adults $15.00, children 10 and below $10.00, children 5 and below are FREE!
Sneak Peek $30 (all-day pass starting 2 1/2 hrs. earlier than general admission) 1 pm – 8:30 pm
Saturday & Sunday:
Adults $20.00/day, children 10 and below $10.00, children 5 and below are FREE!
Click here for other ticket packages available.
Parking is available across the street for $20/day
To attend, meet the stars, and explore the vendor floor, visit the Hollywood Show website for up-to-date information and the latest guest list. Be sure to follow them on Facebook or Instagram for guest updates throughout the weekend, as there are always a few additions or cancellations.
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