Attendee counts:- 10,700+
CHICAGOPEX 2025 – Event Overview
When & Where
Dates: November 21–23, 2025
Venue: Westin Chicago Northwest, 400 Park Boulevard, Itasca, Illinois, USA
Who Attends
CHICAGOPEX attracts a broad community from the world of philately — stamp collectors, dealers, exhibitors, postal-history enthusiasts and philatelic scholars. Key participants include:
Stamp and postal-history collectors (beginners to advanced)
National and international stamp dealers and wholesalers
Exhibit-makers submitting competitive stamp, postal card, and literature displays
Members of specialized philatelic societies (postal stationery, military postal history, polar philately, etc.)
Youth and first-time collectors via dedicated youth/beginners programs
What to Expect
Large Dealer Bourse — over 75 dealers offering stamps, covers, postal-history material, literature, and collectibles.
Philatelic Exhibition — over 300 competitive frames displaying stamps, postal history, thematic collections, and rare items.
Philatelic Literature Exhibition — judged competition of books, catalogs, research publications, and postal history literature.
Special Programs & Presentations — expert talks, society meetings, first-day-of-issue ceremonies, postal-history lectures, and book signings.
Youth / Beginners Booth — dedicated resources for new collectors, advice, and entry-level material.
Free Admission & Free Parking — open to public; a great event for both seasoned collectors and newcomers.
Community & Networking — meet fellow collectors, dealers, and specialists; exchange knowledge, trade or purchase items, and explore rare finds.
Why Attend
Access one of the largest stamp/philately events in the U.S. with dealers, exhibitors, and collectors from around the country (and beyond).
View rare and historic postal-history material, competitive exhibits, and collections that often don’t surface elsewhere.
Discover & purchase stamps, covers, literature, and resources for building or expanding your collection.
Engage with expert presentations, society meetings, and philatelic community events — ideal for learning and networking.
Great entry point for beginners and youth — free admission, beginner-friendly offerings, and chance to connect with experienced collectors.
CHICAGOPEX 2025_ Attendee List
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