The World’s Largest & Most Diverse Interfaith Convening
2023 Parliament of the World's Religions
Returns to the Birthplace of the Modern Interfaith Movement
About Parliament Convenings
The Parliament of the World’s Religions is the world’s premier interfaith convening of civic, spiritual, and grassroots changemakers. Parliament Convenings are the most culturally and religiously diverse global interfaith event.
The historic convenings are organized by the 501(c)3 non-profit organization by the same name, the Parliament of the World’s Religions, headquartered in the city of Chicago.
In August of 2023, the Parliament of the World’s Religions returns to the birthplace of the modern interfaith movement after 30 years away to celebrate 130 years of history in the city of Chicago. Parliament Convenings attract participants from more than 200 diverse religious, indigenous, and secular beliefs and more than 80 nations.
Registrants enjoy access to all the plenary sessions, hundreds of breakout sessions, art & cultural exhibits, performances, a film festival, and countless opportunities to connect with individuals and organizations committed to justice, peace, and sustainability.
About the Lakeside Center at McCormick Place
As the largest and most flexible convention center in North America, McCormick Place is the perfect venue for meetings and events of all sizes. The entire campus is accessible via sky bridge, making the campus the most connected venue available in the city of Chicago.
The 2023 Parliament of the World’s Religions will be hosted at the Lakeside Center overlooking Lake Michigan from Monday, August 14 through Friday, August 18.
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Save $325 when you register by July 1, 2022!
(Ends June 30, 2022) | (July 1 - October 31, 2022) | (November 1, 2022 - March 31, 2023) | (April 1 - August 13, 2023) | (August 14 - August 18, 2023) | |
General Admission | $225 USD | $325 USD | $425 USD | $500 USD | $550 USD |
Student w/ ID | $79 USD | $99 USD | $125 USD | $150 USD | $150 USD |
Day Pass | $100 USD | $150 USD | $175 USD | X | X |
Each Parliament Convening is uniquely shaped by the contributions of the global interfaith movement. Are you looking to enhance your participation beyond registration? Here are a few ways you can help support and shape the 2023 Parliament Convening.
Answer the Call for Programs
The Parliament is accepting proposals for programs, presentations, religious observances, art, and performances. Propose transformative opportunities for dialogue and inspiration from your unique faith perspective.
Become an Exhibitor or Sponsor
Are there vendors or organizations in your community who would benefit from connecting with the interfaith movement? Help us spread the word about the exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities at the Parliament.
Join the Parade of Faiths
The Parade of Faiths opens the 9th Convening of the Parliament of the World's Religions with a parade of music, dance, and celebration of Chicago's rich diversity. Connect with Chicago representatives from your tradition and encourage them to sign-up today!
Host a Pre-Parliament Event
Join us in answering the call to conscience at the 2023 Parliament of the World’s Religions in Chicago, USA. From now until August 2023, join us in hosting a local pre-parliament event to offer "a taste" of the Parliament experience.
At every Parliament Convening, we aim to cultivate a diverse and international press pool that will help us tell the stories of the world’s premier global interfaith event, and report on the groundbreaking work that people of diverse religious, spiritual, and secular communities are achieving together to showcase the 130 years of legacy of the Parliament of the World’s Religions.
Visit the 2023 Press Center - Learn more about the guidelines for press credentials, media policies, and the latest news for the 2023 Parliament of the World's Religions.
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In 2023, Chicago is reaffirming its commitment to its history as the birthplace of this movement and to the mission of the organization making this possible...
I look forward to the continued success of the Parliament and making history once again with your support. See you all in August of 2023.
- Mayor Lori Lightfoot
