FashionBar THE SHOWS: October 2026 - The Collective Runway Show
About this Event
FashionBar The Shows: October 2026 – The Collective Runway Show
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
The Collective Runway Show features a range of designer brands across multiple categories, highlighting the diversity and structure of Chicago’s fashion industry. This show connects local talent with broader North American fashion markets through a unified runway presentation.
The show includes designers launching, rebranding, and expanding their collections, contributing to Chicago’s continued growth as a fashion hub connecting Los Angeles and New York City.
Non-Profit Partnership
This show benefits the Mary E. Smith Foundation, supporting brain tumor research, early detection, health education, wellness initiatives, and resources for underserved families and communities.
Meet Your Host –
A Chicago-born actor, model, entertainer, and advocate with experience across television, film, fashion, and media. Andre has appeared in productions including Empire, Shameless, and Chicago Med, while also building a career centered on entertainment, community engagement, and representation.
Event Highlights
- 6:00 PM – Remarks from Tony Long, President & CEO of FashionBar LLC
- 6:05 PM – Mary E. Smith Foundation
- 6:10 PM – Ariana DJ
- 6:20 PM –
- 6:35 PM –
- 6:50 PM –
- 7:00 PM – Mary E. Smith Foundation Announcement
- 7:10 PM –
- 7:30 PM –
- 7:50 PM –
- 8:10 PM –
- 8:25 PM –
- 8:35 PM – Do You Have What It Takes to Walk the Runway?
- 8:40 PM –
- 8:55 PM –
Event Partners & Production
Non-Profit Partner: Mary E. Smith Foundation
DJ Services: Ariana DJ
Beverage Services: Spirits & Spice
Event Production: FashionBar LLC
Please dress to impress — business casual, cocktail attire, or your own unique fashion statement is encouraged.
This event is part of FashionBar The Shows: October 2026, with The Marketplace active Friday, October 2nd through Sunday, October 4th, featuring designer brands and vendors offering products directly to attendees.
Contact Us
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.fashionbartheshows.com
Phone: 312-542-4210
Love the Fashion, Raise the Bar!
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 402.00









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