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Interested in being an exhibitor at the 2025 show? Sign up now, booths are selling fast!

Visit the Exhibitor Sign Up page to choose from the available booths as well as any add-ons such as tables or extra exhibitor passes.

Click here to download and view the 2025 Show Program

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Meet your favorite independent cymbal maker at the Indie Cymbal Summit, hosted by Chicago Drum Show and the Indie Cymbalsmith Guild. Get an exclusive chance to play and purchase cymbals BEFORE the show, try out hand-hammering a cymbal blank, and hang with some of the best cymbal-makers in the world. We’ll be doing live presentations, interviews, and Q&As, as well as plenty of cymbal demos! A unique experience not to be missed! Get your advanced ticket now to secure your spot for this limited space event.

Click the link for tickets to the Indie Cymbal Summit.

Sizz N’ Fizz will be joining us as the exclusive food vendor for the Chicago Drum Show this year. They will be rolling up in their massive 34-foot truck to bring their smashingly delicious burgers, chicken nuggz, snacks and craft sodas for us to enjoy. They have plant-based and gluten free options available as well so everyone can partake in their tasty offerings. You can view their menu at sizznfizz.com.

There will also be a concession stand available inside the Prairie Event Center serving coffee, water, candy, and snacks.

Mark Cooper, a kind, well-respected, and exceptionally talented drummer, singer, and vintage drum collector, passed away from his battle with cancer on August 1, 2024. His loss has left an undeniable void in the drum and music community...

Click the link for the full tribute to Mark Cooper from Bob Campbell and other drummers and friends who loved him too.

Discounted room rates are available at the Days Inn by Wyndham (formerly Best Western) for $100 per room ($112 after fees). You will need to call (630) 584-4550 and ask for the manager, Jimmy, and be sure to mention the Chicago Drum Show to get your discounted rate.

Days Inn by Wyndham
1635 E Main Street
Saint Charles, Illinois
630-584-4550
Contact: Jimmy - Manager

We're honored to announce that Rob Cook has entrusted us to carry on the prestigious heritage of the Chicago Drum Show. Known by many as the drummers’ family reunion, the Chicago Drum Show is the longest running vintage and custom drum show in the world showcasing the best in vintage, custom, and new drum gear! Our mission is to continue Rob's vision by faithfully maintaining the camaraderie and strong sense of community while sharing our love and passion with future generations of drummers.

Sincerely,
The Drugan Bros.

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The Chicago Drum Show is supported by WDCB 90.9FM - public radio from College of DuPage. Listen online at wdcb.org or broadcasting over the airwaves on 90.9FM out of Glen Ellyn or 90.7FM.