There is no on-site parking at Theatre on the Lake, so we strongly recommend using Uber, Lyft, a taxi, or another rideshare service for the quickest, most convenient arrival.

Rideshare Access

Rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft are widely available throughout Chicago and operate from all major hotels and neighborhoods. Guests can easily be dropped off right near Theater on the Lake.

️Parking Information

For those who prefer to drive, the Lincoln Park area offers limited free parking with posted time restrictions, as well as several public parking garages and paid lots just a short walk from the venue. These options are shown on the map below for your convenience.

Parking is available throughout Lincoln Park, including:

• Lincoln Park Zoo parking lot (paid hourly)
• Metered street parking along Cannon Drive, Stockton Drive, and Fullerton Parkway
• Free street parking in certain nearby areas (availability may vary)

Please note that all parking options are independent of MRC. They are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Conference, and are provided solely as a resource for attendees who may be unfamiliar with the area.

Getting to Theater on the Lake from Lincoln Park Zoo

Theater on the Lake is just a short, scenic walk from Lincoln Park Zoo. From the Zoo’s main parking lot off Cannon Drive, head north toward Fullerton Parkway. Cross Fullerton using the pedestrian path or underpass, then follow the lakefront trail east. Theater on the Lake will be directly ahead, nestled along the shoreline of Lake Michigan.

The walk takes approximately 5–10 minutes and passes through beautiful parkland, including South Pond and the Nature Boardwalk.

Google and Apple Maps Code

Google Maps (copy & paste)

https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Lincoln+Park+Zoo+Parking+Lot,+Chicago,+IL/Theater+on+the+Lake,+Chicago,+IL

Apple Maps (copy & paste)

http://maps.apple.com/?saddr=Lincoln+Park+Zoo+Parking+Lot,+Chicago,+IL&daddr=Theater+on+the+Lake,+Chicago,+IL