2026 Chicago Small Biz Expo Series

The Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection brings free business resources to the community for new and existing entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their business in the City of Chicago through the Chicago Small Biz Expo Series. The series of expos occur at different citywide locations and online. They offer business resources such as City of Chicago business licensing consultants, tax clinic, financial advisors, workshops, professional headshots, networking and much more.

2026 SMALL BIZ EXPO SERIES:

• Thursday, March 12 at 9:00 a.m to 12:30 p.m. held remotely, register
• Saturday, May 16 at 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. held at Truman College, register
• Saturday, August 29 at 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. held at Malcolm X College, register