FREEDOM SUMMIT 2026
Saturday, October 10 • 9 AM – 9 PM
The Westin Chicago NorthwestItasca, IL
Join conservatives from across the Midwest for Freedom Summit 2026 featuring James O’Keefe, Gov. Scott Walker, Dan Proft, & Shaun Thompson.
The critical 2026 mid-term elections mark an important inflection point for America. As President Trump’s final term draws to a close, the nation faces a number of critical issues. The war with Iran continues to weigh heavy. The American economy remains sluggish with “affordability” driving domestic political conversations. Meanwhile, the Democratic Party continues to lurch further and further to the left, with socialist candidates gaining traction with voters.
The future for the country and for the MAGA movement remains cloudy. The path forward is marked by uncertainty and these persistent challenges. These are the issues that conservatives from across the Midwest will wrestle with when they gather at Freedom Summit 2026 on October 10th. This day-long gathering will include speakers, break-out sessions, and book signings.
PREVIOUS EVENTS
SHAUNFEST 2026!
Friday, August 28,
at the Lakeside Pavilion at the Westin Chicago Northwest in Itasca, IL.
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CIGAR NIGHT
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Goebbert’s Farm in Pingree Grove IL
Lunch with Shaun Thompson
We had so much fun at the Kole Digital showroom in Frankfort, IL on Thursday, April 30. Thanks to all who atteneded!
STATE OF THE UNION FEB 2026
The Meridian – Rolling Meadows, IL
On Tuesday, February 24, President Trump delivered his State of the Union Address to Congress. AM 560 held a State of the Union Viewing Party. Fellow AM 560 listeners joined along with Dan Proft, Shaun Thompson, Amy Jacobson, Jeanne Ives, and John Anthony for a night of conversation and celebration of President Trump’s accomplishments over the last year!
Freedom Summit Nov. 8th 2025
Westin Chicago Northwest Itasca, IL
Conservatives from across the Midwest gathered on November 8, 2025, at Freedom Summit 2025 to hear from conservative voices who are standing firm for freedom against so many challenges.
ShaunFest 2025 – Friday, August 22nd
42W813 Reinking Road, Pingree Grove, IL 60140
Summer doesn’t end until we say so! Join AM 560’s Shaun Thompson and fellow listeners for a fun evening of live music, food and drinks, and of course, the wit and wisdom of Shaun Thompson himself at Shaunfest 2025 on Friday, August 22, at Goebbert’s Farm in Pingree Grove, IL.
2025 Golf Outing
Kick-off summer with a day of golf to benefit the Tunnel to Towers Foundation — a non-profit organization that supports America’s first responder and military heroes, including homeless veterans and helps America to never forget 9/11.
Cigar Night May 21 and May 22, 2025
An excellent crowd for Cigar Night 2025, night 1 at Goebbert’s Farm in Pingree Grove with Larry Elder, Dan Proft, and Shaun Thompson.
Shaunfest 2024 on Friday, September 13
Summer doesn’t end until we say so! Join AM 560’s Shaun Thompson and fellow listeners for a fun evening of live music, food and drinks, and of course, the wit and wisdom of Shaun Thompson himself at Shaunfest 2024 on Friday, September 13, at Gaelic Park in Oak Forest.
