Kristen Toomey’s comedy career began in Chicago in 2008 and since then she’s become a beloved fixture on the city’s stand-up scene. Her commanding stage presence and energetic, expressive, truthful style of comedy are just a few of the reasons she was named “Best Chicago Comedian” for the second time in 2025 and The A.V. Club called her “a Chicago original.”  Her 2019 debut comedy album reached #1 on iTunes, her “Modern Parenting” clip has 21MM views on Instagram, and she will be releasing her debut comedy special, “Shriller” later this year. She’s appeared on Comedy in Color on Peacock, Don’t Tell Comedy, and NBC’s Chicago Med, and she can be seen headlining clubs and festivals all over North America.

Location: Swissôtel Chicago, 323 E. Wacker Drive, Chicago

Saturday, November 1, 2025

3:45 PM — Registration opens

4:00 PM — Social hour w/ cash bar & wine sales

5:00 PM — Dinner and Wine Service 

5:00 PM — Student Awards Begins 

6:00 PM — Chicago/Midwest Emmy® Awards  (cash bar open)

For parking, we suggest going on spothero.com or parkwhiz.com.

The valet area at the Swissôtel is small and will crowd quickly. Discounted room rates start at $219 at the Swissôtel for November 1st only.   Information about discounted tuxedo rental is below.

Receive $60 off a tuxedo rental at Men's Wearhouse, please reference Rental Group #13402179 for the $60 discount and BDSG7789527 for a 25% off a tuxedo purchase. See flyer for more details.

Discount PDF Flyer