EXPLORE our Pre-Conference Events!
RPM Phase One Pre-Opening Tour
Thursday, May 29, 2025
1:30 PM 4:00 PM
Join Transport Chicago and the CTA's Red and Purple Modernization (RPM) team for a one-of-a-kind pre-opening tour of the RPM Phase One project opening this summer!
The 2-hour mobile tour will feature a project overview, the Red-Purple Bypass and new track structure north of Belmont, a visit to the RPM Community Office, the Under-L Activation plans, and an exclusive sneak preview into one of the four brand new stations still under construction and not yet open to the public.
This is a ticketed event and is separate from the conference registration. Participants should plan to wear closed-toed walking shoes for safety purposes.
Illinois International Port District Tour
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
This one-of-a-kind tour, led by IIPD Executive Director Erik Varela, takes you behind the scenes to one of the region’s busiest transportation hubs.
The IIPD is the owner and master landlord controlling two land areas in South Chicago: the Iroquois Landing Terminal and Senator Dan Dougherty Harbor (Lake Calumet Terminal) which encompasses approximately 1,600 acres of land . The IIPD’s harbor facilities are served by rail facilities and are adjacent to three interstate highways and feature an abundance of warehouse facilities.
We’ll meet outside UIC’s Urban Transportation Center (412 South Peoria Street). Bus service is provided.
Please note: seating is limited to 20 participants, so register early.
Mark Your Calendar for Friday, June 13th.
Transport Chicago is an annual conference dedicated to improving transportation in the Chicago region and beyond. Conceived initially as a student-led forum, today, Transport Chicago brings together seasoned experts and professionals of all ages for a one-day fun, engaging, and semi-formal conference setting.
Every year, our goal is to ignite the conversation. Transport Chicago provides a platform for exchanging ideas and knowledge and building the relationships necessary to solve complex transportation problems.