So You Forgot to Grab Tickets to the Chicago Auto Show? Don't Sweat It (Unless You're Standing in Line)
Let's face it, between dodging rogue socks and that never-ending quest for the perfect pair of jeans, planning ahead isn't always our strong suit. This begs the burning question: can you score tickets to the Chicago Auto Show at the door?
Well, fret no more, fellow procrastinators! Because yes, my friends, there is a light at the end of the tunnel (unless that light is, in fact, an oncoming Ferrari).
The Great Ticket Booth Gamble: Cash Only? Credit Cards Only? The Plot Thickens!
Hold on there, Lewis and Clark. Before you embark on your expedition to McCormick Place, here's a heads-up: McCormick Place is a cashless facility. So ditch the piggy bank and dust off your plastic because it's credit cards or debit cards only at the ticket booth.
Now, you might be thinking, "Easy enough, swipe, smile, and stroll in with my newfound automotive knowledge!" But wait! There's more!
Ticket Booth Blues: Be Prepared to Wait (or Channel Your Inner Rock Star)
Yes, glorious ticket purchases can be made at the door. But there's a chance you might be met with a line that rivals the one for that limited-edition action figure you desperately need. Be prepared to wait, folks.
However, if you're feeling a surge of inner rockstar and the line seems endless, fret not! Channel your best air guitar skills or bust out a show-stopping rendition of "Born to be Wild" (because, let's face it, a car show is practically a concert for gearheads). You might just snag a few amused smiles (and maybe even a sympathetic "good luck, dude" from your fellow line-dwellers).
The Verdict: Buy Online or Take Your Chances at the Door?
Here's the bottom line: Buying online is generally faster and guarantees you won't miss out on the action. But if you're a fan of living on the edge (or simply forgot about the whole ticket thing), then the door is an option. Just be prepared for a potential wait and bring your plastic friend along for the ride.
Remember: Patience is a virtue, but so is hitting the snooze button one too many times. So next year, why not play it safe and snag those tickets online? Unless, of course, you enjoy a good line-based adventure (and maybe a chance encounter with an air guitar hero).
