Madison, Wisconsin, holds a lot of charm for meetings groups, from its compact, pedestrian-friendly downtown to its many greenspaces, restaurants and more.

Read on for restaurant recommendations and offsite venues in Springfield and Peoria, Illinois, where memorable group dining experiences use food to fuel friendships.

Give your attendees a taste of the Windy City at these six group-friendly restaurants the next time you meet in Chicago’s North Shore and Southland suburbs.

Small businesses are the backbone of the American economy. Consider contracting with one of these small businesses for your next meeting, event or conference in Milwaukee. 

Here’s everything Indiana’s two largest cities have planned for 2025 that meeting and event planners need to know.

St. Louis is well-positioned for continued growth. The city opened a new 72,000-square-foot exhibit hall at America’s Center and was selected to host MPI’s World Education Congress (WEC) in 2025 and the ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition in 2032.

Whether you’re looking to embark on scenic hikes, explore vibrant urban parks or engage in water sports along the shores of Lake Erie, these bustling Ohio metropolises blend urban excitement with nature’s tranquility.

With wellness becoming a regular part of many meetings and increasingly important to all travelers, here are five ways the City of Fountains is prioritizing healthy convening and implementing big changes just in time for one of the biggest sporting events in the world.

Bravo’s reality television series Top Chef gave the world a taste of just how impressive Wisconsin’s F&B offerings truly are through its 14-episode 21st season, which aired earlier this year. Here’s how groups can experience it themselves in Milwaukee and Madison.

Affordability, upgraded amenities and a nationally recognized craft beer scene bring this Midwestern city to the fore for meetings and conventions. Discover what it can offer your next event!