Chicago Blackhawks vs Montreal Canadiens at United Center takes place at United Center in Chicago on Friday, October 23, 2026. Here is where to stay, how to get to the game, and what to know before you book.
Best areas to stay:
The Loop / Downtown — Best overall for a Chicago sports weekend. Chicago's central business and hotel district on the lakefront, with the best transit access to Soldier Field, the ballparks and the United Center.
River North — Best for nightlife. Chicago's nightlife and dining hub just north of the river, walkable to downtown transit and close to the United Center.
Getting to the game: CTA buses on Madison connect to the Loop; rideshare and driving are common with ample on-site parking.
From the airport: O'Hare (ORD) ~15 mi; Midway (MDW) ~10 mi.
Hotel availability and prices around big games move fast — lock in a refundable room early, then compare flights closer to the date. Use the booking links on this page to check current rates for your travel dates.