Chicago Aviation Events
Join us for upcoming events with Chicago’s Leading Edge, where we connect, inspire, and support women in aviation through networking, mentorship, and educational opportunities.
Below, you’ll also find a list of aviation events happening throughout the greater Chicagoland and Northern Illinois area — perfect for expanding your industry connections and exploring new opportunities in aviation.
Our Upcoming Events
Galentine's Self-Defense ClassSun, Feb 151549 Barclay Blvd
Chicago & Northern Illinois
Aviation Events 2026
Chicago’s Leading Edge events are in RED. You can also attend our weekly virtual Chapter Meeting join our chapter chat and follow us on Instagram, Facebook & LinkedIn for updates on events.
March
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8th at 9am: ANNUAL Chapter Career Workshop | INFO
- Volunteers needed!
April
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10th at 6pm: Aviation Trivia at Chicago, IL | INFO
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25th: Women's Fly In at Benton Harbor Airport (BEH), MI | INFO
June
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4th at 11am: CAABA Gulfstream OEM Showcase at Ascension FBO, Wheeling, IL | INFO
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6th-7th at 10am: Cavalcade of Planes at Clow International Airport, Bolingbrook, IL | INFO
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8th-10th: Jumpstart Air Service Development Conference at Chicago, IL | INFO
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13th at TBD: 1940s Hangar Party at Schaumburg, IL | INFO
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Volunteers Needed!
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26th at 11am: CAABA Summer Social at TBD | INFO
July
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20-26th: EAA Oshkosh AirVenture at Wittman Regional Airport, Oshkosh, WI | INFO
September
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19th: Girls in Aviation Day at TBD | INFO
October
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7th at 11am: CAABA Maintenance Event at TBD | INFO
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23rd-25th: Midwest Regional Meetup at Chicago, IL | INFO
November
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2nd at 5pm: ANNUAL Chapter Dinner at Pilot Pete's, Schaumburg, IL | INFO
December
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17th at 5pm: Hot Chocolate & Zoo Lights, Chicago, IL | INFO
FUTURE Chicago & Northern Illinois
Aviation Events
2028
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April 25th-27th: MRO Americas at Chicago, IL | INFO