Your first day at ACEP14 isn’t complete until you’ve seen one of the most recognizable venues in all of Chicago: the renowned Navy Pier Grand Ballroom. And you can’t say good-bye to such a great town without seeing one of the most spectacular museums in the United States: the Museum of Science and Industry. We make these must-see venues and must-attend events easy at ACEP14.*

First, Emergency Consultants, Inc., presents the ACEP14 Kickoff Party 7:30 p.m.–midnight on Monday, Oct. 27, and promises to give your social itinerary a jolt. This swanky soiree introduces you to the Navy Pier Grand Ballroom, part of the pier’s original 1916 construction. The Grand Ballroom’s sweeping 80-foot domed ceiling and panoramic lakefront views are the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable Windy City bash. ACEP14 registrants are invited to enjoy live music, dancing, and hors d’oeuvres.

Just when you need a break from the best emergency medicine education found anywhere in the world, the ACEP14 Closing Celebration, presented by EmCare, pops up on your calendar. Scheduled 7–11 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 29, this event gives you an opportunity to see the spectacular Museum of Science and Industry. This museum is the largest science center in the Western Hemisphere, with more than 35,000 artifacts and nearly 14 acres of hands-on experiences. Investigate the Science Storms, the U-505 submarine, yesterday’s Main Street, and ToyMaker 3000. Dance, eat, drink, and be amazed at this special ACEP14 party.

*Drink tickets are available for each of these events, and shuttles will be provided to and from most hotels in the official ACEP14 hotel block.