Chicago, IL
Meet Professionals New to Chicago, IL
Meet in person. Build connections around your goals.
Upcoming newcomer meetups in Chicago, IL with names, dates, and venues, plus how to join — for professionals who are new to the city.
Who this group is for
Build a professional and social circle in your new city. Meet local professionals in Chicago and find groups, events, and people who share your interests. Chicago's business community runs from the Loop's financial and legal firms to growing tech and creative scenes on the north and west sides. It's a city where people still make time for a face-to-face conversation, after work downtown or over coffee in the neighborhoods.
Upcoming Events in Chicago
No meetup is scheduled yet.
Join the city list to hear when the next one is announced.
Join the Chicago listHow app check-in works
Open the app at the event
Check in when you arrive on time for the listed event.
See your group first
Suggested connections start with people from this group.
Explore the wider network
Then meet people across the city who match who you want to meet.
Network Live
Network Live is the member-only room where Chicago members — including the New to Chicago? group — talk with members from every Network After Work city. Meet people before the next meetup, share leads, and keep conversations going between events.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a networking group for professionals new to Chicago?
Yes. Network After Work has a newcomers group in Chicago, IL for professionals who are new to the city. Build a professional and social circle in your new city. Meet local professionals in Chicago and find groups, events, and people who share your interests.
How do I join the Chicago newcomers group?
Join Network After Work for $19.99 a year, then choose this group when you complete your profile. The app then prioritizes suggested connections from this group at meetups and in your weekly recommendations.
Are there newcomer meetups scheduled in Chicago right now?
Not yet. No meetups for this group are scheduled in Chicago right now. Join the list and we'll email you when the first one is announced.
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Join Network After Work for $19.99 a year. Attend casual local meetups, check in through the app, get a weekly recommended connection, and see member-posted referrals and opportunities.
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