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Mind the Product Chicago 2026 will take place in Chicago on October 6–7.
Optional workshops will run on October 6 at the Swissôtel Chicago.
A full conference day on October 7 at the Harris Theater.

Mind the Product Chicago is the conference for the product community to come together and reconnect. You can still expect cutting edge learnings and conversations with your fellow product people. The difference is a newer, more streamlined format to allow for focused, individualised problem solving and heightened takeaways. As well as a new name, swanky look, and exciting city!

Mind the Product Chicago is designed for product managers, product leaders, product builders, UX designers, startup founders, and anyone involved in building and launching products.
Whether you're a seasoned professional or just getting started, you'll find valuable insights, meaningful connections, and fresh inspiration
 

At Mind the Product Chicago 2026, you'll gain:
- Access to a close-knit group of passionate product people
- Insights from industry innovators and thought leaders shaping what’s next
- Practical takeaways you can apply immediately
- Meaningful connections that extend well beyond the conference
Whether you're looking to sharpen your strategy, explore emerging technologies, or expand your network, Mind the Product Chicago is designed to help you stay ahead.

Yes! Mind the Product Chicago will feature:
💬 Workshops (October 6) – hands-on learning experiences. More details can be found here.
🎉 An after-party will take place on the evening after the main conference on Wednesday, 7. Details will follow.

Stay up to date by joining our mailing list.

Yes! The agenda will be released in the months leading up to the event. Stay tuned for updates on the official Mind the Product Chicago website, and you can also explore highlights and session recordings from last year’s event here.

We're curating an exciting lineup of speakers, including top product leaders, authors, and innovators.
Find the list of the announced speakers here.

Yes, we will announce the full list of session topics before the event. Check our website for updates.

Workshops are deep-dive, hands-on full day sessions that take place on October 6. See all workshops here.

Yes! After purchasing, you’ll receive an email confirmation with your receipt.

We require a minimum order of 5 tickets to issue an invoice. Request to pay by invoice by emailing hello@mindtheproduct.com.
Tickets are not held until payment has been made – there are no exceptions to this.
We cannot agree to any terms and conditions associated with Purchase Order numbers or other supplier agreements.


Please note that we will not issue any invoice after September 7.

We strongly recommend purchasing your ticket in advance to avoid disappointment, as tickets may sell out.

No need! A digital ticket or your confirmation email is sufficient for entry.

Whilst we do not offer specific discounts for these categories, we do offer team discounts where a 10% discount applies on 6 or more tickets. 
For 10 or more tickets, we will also add a complimentary Conference + Workshop Bundle. The ticket limit for purchasing online is 25. If you require more than 25 tickets, please email us at hello@mindtheproduct.com.

Teams of 6 or more get 10% off each ticket: 
- if purchasing the same ticket type, the discount will automatically apply at checkout
- if you want to purchase 6 or more different ticket types, please email hello@mindtheproduct.com

If you are bringing 10 or more of your team, you will get 10% off each pass and a free Conference + Workshop Bundle. Contact us at hello@mindtheproduct.com after your purchase to claim your complimentary Conference + Workshop Bundle, request an invoice, or get assistance with your purchase.

To access the workshop, you will need to purchase a Workshop Bundle, which also includes access to the Conference.

You can purchase tickets directly here.

Refunds can be requested until September 7. Please contact us at hello@mindtheproduct.com

Yes, you will need to purchase a Workshop Bundle. This pass will give you access to the full-day sessions taking place on October 6 and to the Conference on October 7.

The workshop will take place at Swissôtel Chicago, 323 East Upper Wacker Drive, Chicago

60601-9722 IL

Please visit the Harris Theater's accessibility page for more details.

Parking information for the Harris Theater can be found here.

The main conference will be held at the Harris Theater, 205 E Randolph Street, Chicago, IL 60601.

Directions to the Harris Theater can be found here.

Chicago is served by two main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Midway International Airport (MDW), which handle the vast majority of passenger traffic. O'Hare is a massive, major international hub located northwest of downtown, while Midway is closer to the city center and primarily handles domestic, low-cost flights. Other regional options include Gary/Chicago International (GYY) and Chicago Rockford (RFD).

To check nearby hotels, you can browse available options here.

Yes!
🤝 Networking breaks between sessions
👥 Workshops for deeper engagement 
🎉 An after-party will take place on the evening after the main conference on Wednesday 7. Details will follow.

No, we respect attendee privacy and do not share lists.

If you have any accessibility needs or dietary requirements you think we should be aware of, please let us know before the day so that we can ensure we meet your needs and have someone on hand to assist you if required. You can email us at hello@mindtheproduct.com.

We will provide breakfast, lunch, and snacks/drinks throughout.

Volunteering for Mind the Product is a great opportunity to experience the conference and meet other like-minded people, we are so happy to have volunteers! It's also a fantastic opportunity to meet some key product people including members of the Mind the Product team and #mtpcon speakers.

You must be available for the full day – it is a lot of hard work, but it is a lot of fun. We have a small number of spaces available for every conference and give priority to our alumni volunteers. Please email us at hello@mindtheproduct.com if you are interested, and we will be in touch closer to the time to let you know if space is available.

Absolutely. Please email us at hello@mindtheproduct.com and we will issue you with an invitation letter. You will need to have already purchased a ticket for us to send you a letter. If your visa application is rejected for whatever reason, you can still request a refund in alignment with our refund policy.
 

The notes and slides we have been allowed to share are on the recap page here.

Please email hello@mindtheproduct.com, and we will be happy to assist you.