How many people can join Chicago Culture Mix ’N Mingle?

Chicago Culture Mix ’N Mingle works for groups of 15 to 1000 guests. Planning something bigger? Our client advisors can split larger teams across multiple sessions.

How long does Chicago Culture Mix ’N Mingle last?

The full experience runs about 90 minutes, guided by your host from kickoff to wrap-up.

Is Chicago Culture Mix ’N Mingle virtual or in person?

This experience takes place in person in Chicago. The exact meeting point is confirmed when you book.

How much does Chicago Culture Mix ’N Mingle cost?

Pricing starts at $60 per person. Use the guest counter on this page to see your exact total instantly — no email or phone number required.

What if our plans change?

You can reschedule free up to 3 days before your event. The full cancellation policy on this page covers credits and cutoff dates.

How does booking work?

Pick your dates, customize your experience, and check out online — it takes about a minute. We confirm availability with your host right after checkout.

Chicago Culture Mix ’N Mingle | Team Building in Chicago

Strengthen relationships and deepen connections with your colleagues during this 90-minute experience inspired by the unmistakable spirit of Chicago. We’re ditching the lukewarm deep dish of traditional icebreakers and the awkward trust falls that feel like slipping on black ice. Instead, we’ve built a high-energy, facilitator-led environment that sparks real conversation, collaboration, and connection, strong as the steel in the Willis Tower.

This is not small talk in disguise. It’s a lively, interactive social experience designed to help your team step out of their silos and into a shared “neighborhood” of connection. Through a mix of fast, engaging activities themed around Chicago: jazz, comedy, sports, local culture, and Windy City personality. You’ll discover common ground with colleagues that goes way deeper than whether they’re Team Ketchup or Team Mustard (though we know the right answer).

Our world-class hosts guide the group through thoughtfully designed prompts and games that feel pleasantly unconventional: playful enough to lower the guard, structured enough to avoid awkwardness, and meaningful enough to actually create bonds. You might craft a team roast that would make a Second City cast proud, share rapid-fire “Speak Your Truth” takes, or team up for quick challenges that reveal the “hidden gems” in your department: skills, stories, and strengths you didn’t know were sitting right next to you on Slack.

Whether your group is newly formed, fully remote, or has been working together for years, Chicago Culture Mix ’N Mingle creates a comfortable, inclusive environment where every voice is heard and everyone leaves feeling more connected. The result: warmer relationships, stronger cross-team familiarity, and a team dynamic that feels more human without anything forced or cheesy.

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Conference space
Local venue

World-class hosts
Actually fun — even for the skeptics
One price, everything handled
Backed by our Happiness Guarantee

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Welcome & Intro

10 minutes

Hosts set expectations, explain the flow, and get the energy up.
Chicago-Inspired Mingling Games + Activities

70 minutes

Quick, high-impact connection prompts and challenges (e.g., team roast, Chicago “This or That,” speak-your-truth rounds).
Wrap Up

10 minutes

Share highlights, reflect, and take a group photo.

Expert facilitation

90-minute experience led in person by our host.
Dedicated support crew

A co-host runs logistics, plus a VIP contact before, during, and after.
Flexible venue support

We fit the experience to your space and schedule.
All materials included

Game assets, props, and supplies.
Fully insured

COI, general liability, and workers' comp maintained by teambuilding.com.
Memorable team moments

We capture share-ready team photos.

Plans might change? No problem.

Reschedule free up to 3 days before your event, or cancel 7+ days out for a full account credit.

Full account credit	Cancel 7 or more days before the event date.
Guest count updates	Adjust guest count up to 7 days before the event (difference issued as account credit).
Free reschedule	Free reschedule up to 3 days before the event.
50% account credit	Cancel 3–6 days before the event.
No credit	Cancel within 3 days of the event.