Festival season in Chicago is far from over, with everything from the largest Polish festival in Illinois to Riot Fest 2025 just around the corner.
Well we’ve got one more fest for you to check out this fall—Electrify Expo, the largest electric vehicle (EV) festival in the U.S. is coming to Chicagoland from September 13-14.
EV demos and interactive fun

Electrify Expo will bring two days of action-packed EV demos and other interactive fun to the NOW Arena in suburban Hoffman Estates.
Guests will have the chance to test drive EVs from top brands including Tesla, Rivian, Porsche, Lucid, and others. Demos will cover a variety of EVs including cars, e-scooters, e-bikes, e-motorcycles, and even electric skateboards!
Festivalgoers will also enjoy a range of family-friendly programming including DJs, food trucks, go-karts, and additional entertainment.
Tickets are on sale now starting at $20 per person. Learn more here.
.Know before you go
When: Saturday, September 13 – Sunday, September 14 | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Where: NOW Arena| 5333 Prairie Stone Pkwy – Hoffman Estates, IL