Exciting news about the 2026 World Championship!
Dates: July 15-19th 2026
Location: Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center and Hotel, 1551 Thoreau Dr N, Schaumburg, IL 60173. The hotel is attached to the convention center.
Tentative schedule of events:
• Wednesday July 15th- Ki Gong at the Convention Center
• Thursday July 16th- Ki Gong and WTSDA training clinics at the convention center. A lake and river architectural boat tour of Downtown Chicago with bussing will be available.
• Friday July 17th- Black Belt and creativity competition.
• Saturday July 18th- Opening Ceremonies and Gup competition.
• Saturday night July 18th One Family Championship party in the same room as the competition with a live band and a DJ.
• Sunday July 19th- One Family picnic at Six Flags Great America. About 40 miles North of the hotel. There will be bussing available for an additional cost.
• Bonus Monday July 20th- A Cubs game at historic Wrigley Field with a bus to and from the hotel, a 90 minute behind the scenes tour of Wrigley and a ballgame. WTSDA Member Bus Trip to Wrigley Field. Bus, Ticket, Tour, & Souvenir
The hotel link is open and accepting reservations.
• Nearest airport: Chicago O’Hare International Airport, ORD.
• Local tourism bureau information on things to do in the area. World Tang Soo Do 2026 World Championships | Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel & Convention Center
• There are many restaurants and activities in the area around the hotel/ convention center. There is even a free shuttle that runs around the town. Woodfield Trolley | Schaumburg, IL