Step 1: Official DNC Bid Preparation for Chicago
MARCH 2022 - MAY 2022
More than 1,000 working hours of collaboration involving the United Center team, consultants, city and state officials to develop and reimagine the bid submission.
Step 2: Official Chicago Bid Submitted
MAY 2022
More than 125 pages of documentation curated by the United Center team and the City of Chicago submitted to the Democratic National Convention Committee for consideration.
Step 3: In-Person Pitch in Washington D.C.
JUNE 2022
United Center team and the city present for the first time to the Democratic National Convention Committee to support the Chicago bid.
Step 4: Democratic National Convention Committee Site Visit
JULY 2022
United Center and city hosted the DNCC for an immersive presentation and interactive tour throughout the United Center - the largest arena in North America.
Step 5: DNC Summer Meetings - Chicago Reception
SEPTEMBER 2022
Brought United Center and Chicago to Washington D.C. to entertain delegates in attendance and support the Chicago bid. Enjoy the video.
Step 6: Chicago Officially Awarded the 2024 Democratic National Convention
AUGUST 2024
The United Center successfully hosted their second Democratic National Convention from August 19-22, 2024!