FurFest Transit Network

Midwest FurFest is pleased to offer a complimentary shuttle service for attendees in hotels not connected by the skybridge.

All routes begin and end at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center (DESCC). Estimated times for stops are subject to change based on traffic conditions, and the final bus times will be adjusted accordingly.

Bus services follow the following hours and depart every 15-20 minutes:

  • Thursday, 12/4/2025: 1:00 PM – 3:00 AM

  • Friday, 12/5/2025: 8:00 AM – 3:00 AM

  • Saturday, 12/6/2025: 8:00 AM – 3:00 AM

  • Sunday, 12/7/2025: 8:00 AM – 1:00 AM

The last bus will depart at 3am (1am on Sunday) from DESCC.

This year we are introducing an On-Call ADA shuttle to all Midwest FurFest partner hotels, Target/Rosemont Marketplace, and Fashion Outlets of Chicago. More information coming soon!


Track Your Vacation Getaway in Real time!

Midwest FurFest is excited to offer real-time tracking for our shuttle network, making your getaway from one event to the next as smooth as a sunny day at the beach. Our shuttle service is designed to ensure you can relax and keep tabs on the arrival times of our buses.

Track our Blue, Red, and Green line buses in real-time by clicking the button below! With this feature, you can monitor shuttle locations and plan your next move closely—whether you're wrapping up your time at a panel or heading for your next adventure. So hop on board, and let’s make this year’s FurFest one for the books! We can’t wait to see you there!

Shuttle Tracking

Shuttle Routes

Red-A Route

Route Length: 6.6 miles

Red-A Map

Stops:

  1. Target (Rosemont Marketplace)
    7000 Mannheim Rd
    Rosemont, IL

  2. Staybridge Suites Chicago O’Hare / Holiday Inn
    6600 Mannheim Rd
    Rosemont, IL 60018
    (847) 380-5800

  3. Sonesta Chicago O'Hare
    10233 W Higgins Rd
    Rosemont, IL 60018
    (847) 954-8600

Blue-B Route

Route Length: 3.2 miles

Blue-B Map

Stops:

  1. Chicago Marriott Suites O’Hare
    6155 N River Rd
    Rosemont, IL 60018
    (847) 696-4400

  2. Courtyard by Marriott Chicago O’Hare
    2950 S River Rd
    Des Plaines, IL 60018
    (847) 824-7000

  3. Hyatt Centric Chicago O'Hare
    6350 N River Rd
    Rosemont, IL 60018
    (847) 518-1234

Green-C Route

Route Length: 1.2 miles

Green-C Map

Stops:

  1. Crowne Plaza Chicago O’Hare
    5440 N River Rd
    Rosemont, IL 60018
    (847) 671-6350

  2. Aloft O’Hare
    9700 Balmoral Ave
    Rosemont, IL 60018
    (847) 671-4444

  3. Fashion Outlets of Chicago
    5220 Fashion Outlets Way
    Rosemont, IL


Independent Hotel Routes

The following hotel properties run their own independent shuttle services to and from the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center (DESCC):

  • Spark by Hilton Des Plaines Chicago O’Hare
    2175 E Touhy Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018
    (847) 635-1300


Service Adjustments

Certain stops may be bypassed depending on operational hours and other factors:

  • Target/Rosemont Marketplace and Fashion Outlets of Chicago may be skipped based on property hours or specific service time constraints.

  • The final stop at Fashion Outlets of Chicago will be made at 10:00 PM. Any buses arriving at or after that time will bypass this stop.

  • The final stop at Target/Rosemont Marketplace will be made at 12:00 AM (Midnight). Any buses running at or after that time will bypass this stop.


Additional Questions?

Please contact the hotel help desk or email hotel@furfest.org