TEDxChicago

// Event Overview & Theme // Our future feels uncertain, yet we are resoundingly called to what matters most: You and me. Us. Humanity, itself. At TEDxChicago 2025, we believe the most powerful force shaping tomorrow is our collective agency, imagination, desire for connection and laughter, dignity, and generosity. This year, our speakers and artists arrive on Chicago’s stage to share their ideas, showcasing their fierce commitment to unify science, technology, and sustainability with the essential principles of compassion, justice, and care. This is our love letter to Chicago. Join us at TEDxChicago 2025: The Future is Human. Public tickets go on sale July 25th at 10 AM Central. You can get updates by jumping on our mailing list at TEDxChicago.com. // Accessibility // The Harris Theater offers a range of spaces for wheelchair access. Please notify us of your accessibility accommodations in ticket registration. // The TEDxChicago Experience // Join us on Friday, September 26th at the Harris Theater for the TEDxGlobal Idea Search session, featuring talks selected by TED, and two TEDxChicago sessions featuring talks from nine amazing Chicagoans, a number of incredible performances, opportunities to engage and connect over delicious food and beverage from local artisans and chefs, and become part of this massive celebration of ideas about our shared future. // Included in Every TEDxChicago Ticket // A ticket is all inclusive to the TEDxChicago experience: Including the TEDxGlobal Idea Search session (you must indicate that you plan to join us for this session), and both stage sessions and all break experiences. You’ll enjoy: * Snacks from a variety local food artisans * Hosted beer and wine and other beverages, * 9 TEDxChicago talks * 3 live performances from the TEDxChicago Stage * 10 TEDxGlobal Idea Search Talks and many opportunities to engage local art and fellow Chicagoans. If you'd like to pre-order a subsidized lunch during the TEDxGlobal Idea Search session, you will be able to purchase an add-on with your ticket. Additionally, a premium ticket option is available that includes premium access seating, as well as exciting and exclusive Patron opportunities. You can learn more about the TEDxChicago Patron program at TEDxChicago.com/Patron. // Schedule // Your ticket includes all sessions. Attendees are highly encouraged to attend the TEDxGlobal Idea Search Session in addition to the TEDxChicago: The Future is Human sessions. 11:30 AM: Registration 12:30 PM: Session 1: TEDxGlobal Idea Search 2:00 PM: Intermission & Late Registration 3:00 PM: Session 2: TEDxChicago The Future is Human 5:00 PM: Happy Hour! 6:00 PM: Session 3: TEDxChicago The Future is Human 7:30 PM: Event Concludes Speakers and performers will be announced in July. Please see the current list of speakers, performers, and more details at TEDxChicago.com