Events

The Illinois Bar Foundation hosts a variety of first-class events each year.

Whether you’re interested in a black-tie Gala, a rockin’ concert fundraiser, or receptions honoring leaders in legal communities around Illinois, there is something for you. Learn more and get involved by attending or sponsoring one of our signature events.

For questions about any upcoming events, please contact Jessie Reeves at 312-920-4681 or jreeves@illinoisbarfoundation.org.

Upcoming Events

IBF Champions Breakfast

Friday, December 11, 2026 Renaissance Chicago Downtown

Join the Illinois Bar Foundation at the ISBA Midyear Meeting in Chicago as we honor several esteemed members of our Illinois legal community at our annual Champions Breakfast.

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2027 WATL Tea

Friday, March 12, 2027 Loews Chicago Hotel

Annual Tea Celebrating Women’s History Month Hosted by Women & the Law Committee of the ISBA on behalf of the Illinois Bar Foundation Friday, March 12, 2027 – Loews Chicago Hotel 3pm-5pm Justice Mary Jane Thies, keynote speaker   Sponsorship payments due by Wednesday, December 16, 2026 *All Sponsorships come with recognition on our website…

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IBF CLE Trip to Greece

Sunday, April 18, 2027 Athens, Greece

Take your legal education to Greece!

Join the Illinois Bar Foundation for an unforgettable *Legal Exploration of Greece*, April 18–27, 2027!

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