Attendee FAQ
The 2025 Chicago Drum Show is being held at The Prairie Events Center on the Kane County Fairgrounds located at 525 South Randall Road in St. Charles, IL. When arriving, please use the entrance off Randall Road just after Old Second National Bank.
Please make sure you print your receipt and present it at the door for entry. Your ID may be required to match the name on the receipt. No need to download anything, just show your receipt and we'll cross your name off at the front entrance.
Yes, you can purchase tickets at the door.
Tickets are non-refundable. All sales are final. Please make sure that you have carefully reviewed your order prior to finalizing your purchase. Tickets are transferable if you are unable to attend. Please email chicagodrumshow@gmail.com to provide the full name of the person(s) you will be transferring your ticket to show their name can be added to the Will Call sheet.
Yes, there will be a food vendor located outside near the front entrance.
Parking is free at the Kane County Fairgrounds.
Yes, you can find the full list of exhibitors here and download or print the Exhibitor Map here.
Yes. We all understand that percussion instruments sometimes must be played loudly in order to properly demonstrate them. We recommend attendees bring hearing protection as needed. There will also be earplugs available for $1 at the check-in desk. Each exhibitor is expected to be a good neighbor and not ruin the show experience for attendees and other exhibitors by allowing jamming, practicing, or showing off. We ask that attendees show the same courtesy to each other by mindfully enjoying and trying all the amazing instruments at the show.
The drum show has a consignment booth available for individuals with a few items to sell. Please visit our Consignment page for full details.
Yes, below are the hotels located closest to the Kane County Fairgrounds.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott (.9 Miles) - 2096 Bricher Rd, St. Charles, IL 60174 (630) 845-5500
Geneva Motel Inn (3.4 Miles) - 100 S Tyler Rd, St. Charles, IL 60174 (630) 513-6500
Best Western Inn of St. Charles (3.5 Miles) - 1635 E Main St, St. Charles, IL 60174 (630) 584-4550
Quality Inn & Suites (3.5 Mile) - 1600 E Main St, St. Charles, IL 60174 (630) 584-5300
Courtyard by Marriott (3.8 Miles) - 700 Courtyard Drive, St Charles, IL 60174 (630) 377-6370
Hampton Inn & Suites (4 Miles) - 2875 Foxfield Rd, St Charles, IL 60174 (630) 584-0222
Holiday Inn Express & Suites (4.8 Miles) - 155 38th Ave, St. Charles, IL 60174 (630) 587-6564
Hilton Garden Inn (5.4 Miles) - 4070 E Main St, St. Charles, IL 60174 (630) 584-0700