Chicago Auto Show’s 2025 First Look for
Charity Gala Set to Raise Millions for 18
Chicagoland Organizations
2024 First Look For Charity Gala
The Chicago Auto Showโs 33rd First Look for Charity
gala will take place on Friday, Feb. 7, from 7-11 p.m.
at McCormick Place. Since its inception, the First
Look for Charity has raised more than $63 million for
local charities. This year, the money raised at First
Look will benefit 18 local charities.
This black-tie affair offers an exclusive, first chance
to experience the Chicago Auto Show ahead of the
10-day public opening at McCormick Place on Feb. 8.
Guests will be treated to a variety of gourmet food
and drink stations from local restaurants, specialty
cocktails, and live music across the show floor.
Another highlight of First Look for Charity is the vehicle giveaway. Over the years, lucky winners have
driven off with the keys to more than 50 vehicles. This year, two vehicles will be given away, the 2025
Chevrolet Equinox EV and the 2025 Hyundai Palisade. Any attendee who has purchased a ticket is eligible to win. However, the winner must be present at the time of the drawing.
The 2025 First Look for Charity beneficiaries include: 100 Club of Illinois; Advocate Health Care; ALS United Greater Chicago; Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrenโs Hospital of Chicago; Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago; Calโs Angels; Folds of Honor; Franciscan Community Benefit Services; Glenwood Academy; Habitat for Humanity; Jesse White Tumbling Team; Lydia Home & Safe Families for Children; Misericordia; Sertoma Star Services; Special Olympics Illinois; Susan G. Komen, Chicago; Turning Pointe Autism Foundation; and Violet Foundation for Pediatric Brain Cancer.
Tickets to the event are $325 each and can be ordered at www.FirstLookforCharity.org.
Looking for a hotel to stay at for the gala?
Hyatt Regency Chicago – 151 E Wacker Drive
I like to stay in the downtown area so Iโm by so many restaurants and attractions , but still a quick 10 minute drive to McCormick place. My โstaycationโ of choice this year is the Hyatt Regency Chicago located at 151 E Wacker Drive. It is the largest hotel in downtown Chicago on the River and offers more than 2000 guest rooms and suites. Stunning views include Lake Michigan or the Chicago River. Amenities include a fitness center and ย onsite restaurants. Make sure to follow along @Chiataglance on social media ย for a hotel tour.
First Look For Charity Media Previewย
Today, January 8th, was the First Look For Charity media preview held at the Goose Island Pub at Salt Shed. The intimate affair provided the perfect opportunity to experience the First Look for Charity gala menu. We also got to hear the latest Chicago Auto Show updates. Check out the event pics below!
