West Loop (Main Center)

West Loop is undergoing a gradual process of reopening for in-person programs and meditation sessions; check program descriptions for details.

Find day and time options here:
https://chicago.shambhala.org/weeklymeditationschedule/ 

Physical Address
37 N Carpenter
Chicago, IL 60607
See the map below for directions

Tel. (773)743-8147
[email protected]

Mailing Address Only

Shambhala Chicago
1017 W. Washington Blvd Unit 102
Chicago IL 60607-2108

To request an appointment for meditation instruction, please email us at: [email protected]


Transportation and Parking

Chicago, IL 60607


Mass Transit (Recommended):
We are within walking distance from CTA train stops. We are a 5 minute walk to the Morgan stop on the Green/Pink Line, a 15 minute walk to the UIC-Halsted stop on the Blue Line (use Morgan exit), and a 20 minute walk from the Grand Blue Line stop. We are a 15 minute walk from Ogilvie Transportation Center and a 20 min walk from Chicago Union Station.  See Metrarail.com for commuter train information.

Driving: We are conveniently located near the I-90/94 Expressway and are closest to the Madison Exit.

Street Parking: Close to the West Loop Shambhala Center, all North-South and East-West streets are metered. However, as you continue to drive west and south away from the Center more streets are meter free. Most meters are free on Sundays. Watch out for spaces that require permits. You may be able to park there during the day until 5pm but check hours of enforcement carefully. You are encouraged to download the ParkChicago app ahead of time to facilitate easier meter feeding.

Parking Lots: There are some lots within walking distance where you can pay for parking.  SpotHero or Parqex can be a convenient way to arrange parking in a lot or private space. These can be less expensive than metered parking. Spot Angels is a community-based resource to find free parking spots in the city. For a map of nearby parking lots, click here.