AA Meetings near Manhattan, Illinois
Find Alcoholics Anonymous meetings near you in the Manhattan area in Illinois. Browse open meetings, closed meetings, speaker meetings, and more. Filter by day, time, or meeting type to find the perfect meeting for your recovery journey. Serving and surrounding areas.
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Wheel of Topics
Wheelchair Accessible Bathroom
Tuesday Daily Reflections Group
Baby Sitting Available, Closed, only those who have a desire to stop drinking. Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair Accessible Bathroom
Baby Sitting Available, Closed, only those who have a desire to stop drinking. Wheelchair Access
Sisters in Sobriety
Park in the back of the church. Entrance is in the back. ** Partially Wheelchair Accessible **
VanDyke Grp. @ Plymouth Church - Big Book Study
(Next to Plainfield Library) (East Entrance)
(Next to Plainfield Library) (East Entrance)
12 & 12 Study Group
Bottles and Stools
Zoom Meeting
Zoom Meeting
Big Book
Meetings are in Heany Hall
Lakeside Pioneers
Big Book study ** Fully Wheelchair Accessible **
Lifehouse Speaker Meeting
next to Cook County Health
Step Up Tuesday
Came to Believe
This meeting should get you home before dark in the winter months.
Living Sober
Meetings are in Heany Hall
The Little Red Book at MFC
WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE, SEE MFC WEBSITE FOR DETAILS
Big Book at 4
Please do not park in harbor freight lot. Room 1
Meeting Room #2
Please do not park in harbor freight lot. Room 1
Tuesday Night Women's Meeting
Come early for fellowship
Come early for fellowship
12 Steps & 12 Traditions
12 Steps and 12 Traditions; Wheelchair Accessible; See Mokena Fellowship Website for details
NEWCOMERS/BEGINNERS - ONLY ZOOM MFC
Meeting ID: 126 358 166 Password: 123456 BEGINNER'S
Jackson Creek DOA
Activities Room
Activities Room
ACJ Everything AA
Please do not park in harbor freight lot. Room 1
Meeting Room #3
Please do not park in harbor freight lot. Room 1
ID: 856 4729 3488 Passcode: 178064
New Hope Step Group
Enter through front door. Meeting is in lower level break room area.
Week 1 Step of the Month / Week 2 Tradition of the Month / Week 3 Discussion / Week 4 Grapevine / Week 5 Speaker
Enter through front door. Meeting is in lower level break room area.
New Hope ZOOM Step Group
Enter through front door. Meeting is in lower level break room area.
ZOOM is a separate meeting. There is also an "In person" meeting at 305 E Black Road, Shorewood, IL 60404 at 6 PM
Enter through front door. Meeting is in lower level break room area.
24 Hour a Day
Meetings are in Heany Hall. Meeting is located on the first floor
Women's AA
Meetings are in Heany Hall. Meeting is located upstairs
Women to Women
Womens Group - Big Book Study
Cement Heads
Park in back, enter back door and go down the hall on left, go down stairs to basement. Come early for fellowship.
New Life In AA Group
Entrance is in the rear of the church
Hybrid Meeting: Currently meeting in-person and on Zoom. ***Zoom link coming soon*** (entrance in the rear of the church)
Entrance is in the rear of the church
How It Works Group of AA
The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking.
Steel City
Meeting ID: 891 8914 2408 Zoom password 672728
Tuesday Night Big Book Study
Please do not park in harbor freight lot. Room 1
Please bring your Big Book! Meeting Room #2
Please do not park in harbor freight lot. Room 1
As Bill Sees It
in the basement
Wheelchair Accessible Bathroom
in the basement
As Bill Sees It
Zoom Meeting
Zoom Meeting
Center Candlelight Meditation and Prayer Meeting
Olympia Fields Optimists group
Enter North side of church. Sign that says office above the door. Go to Second floor make a left, and go all the way down. Can't miss it. Church has access to elevator. Once you enter the church make a left, go all the way down to the elevator, go to second floor. The elevator will open next to the meeting.
** Fully Wheelchair Accessible **
Enter North side of church. Sign that says office above the door. Go to Second floor make a left, and go all the way down. Can't miss it. Church has access to elevator. Once you enter the church make a left, go all the way down to the elevator, go to second floor. The elevator will open next to the meeting.
Homewood Acceptance Group
Meeting is in the school building, south side entrance. ** Fully Wheelchair Accessible **
Tuesday Night Lights
Sober Tuesdays
VanDyke Grp. @ 127th - Big Book Study
(Room 330)
(Room 330)
Joe & Charlie Big Book Comes Alive
AA-El Camino a la Libertad
Manhattan's Busiest Meeting Locations
Mokena Fellowship Center
5313550 US-6, Mokena, IL 60448, USA
You Can Too Club
3911005 S 76th Ave, Worth, IL 60482, USA
Will County Fellowship Club
261703 N Broadway St, Crest Hill, IL 60403, USA
AA Meeting Statistics for Manhattan
Most listings: Wednesday with 83 meetings
Most common meeting types: English (474), Closed (410), Wheelchair Access (119), Discussion (95), Wheelchair-Accessible Bathroom (73)
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AA Resources in Manhattan, Illinois
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Chicago Area Service Office
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About AA Meetings near Manhattan, Illinois
This directory helps people find Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings near Manhattan, Illinois. Review current meeting times, formats, addresses, accessibility details, and online attendance options before choosing a meeting.
The 2025 U.S. Census Gazetteer lists Manhattan as a village in Illinois covering approximately 6.751 square miles of land. MyMeetings uses its Census reference point to center the nearby meeting search.
MyMeetings currently returns 500 AA meeting listings in and around Manhattan. Because schedules can change, confirm the latest time and location on the individual meeting page before attending.
Local meetings in Manhattan are coordinated through the Chicago Area Service Office. They serve as the primary point of contact for AA in the area.
Types of AA Meetings Available in Manhattan
Open Meetings: Anyone interested in learning about AA can attend, including family members, friends, and those curious about the program.
Closed Meetings: Reserved for individuals who have a desire to stop drinking. These meetings offer a more intimate setting for sharing.
Speaker Meetings: One or more members share their experience, strength, and hope with the group.
Discussion Meetings: Members discuss a topic related to recovery, with everyone having an opportunity to share.
Big Book/Step Study: Focused study of AA literature including the Big Book and the 12 Steps.
Beginner Meetings: Specifically designed for newcomers who may be attending their first meetings. These groups provide extra guidance on how AA works, the 12 Steps, and getting a sponsor.
Online/Virtual Meetings: Participate from anywhere via video or phone. Virtual listings can help when travel, mobility, or scheduling makes an in-person meeting difficult.
Finding the Right Meeting in Manhattan
Use the filters above to compare meetings by day, time, format, and accessibility. Results are centered on the Manhattan area in Illinois and may include meetings in surrounding communities.
Recovery Resources in Manhattan
In addition to AA meetings, Manhattan residents can access recovery support through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), which provides a national helpline (1-800-662-4357) and treatment locator. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) offers evidence-based research confirming that consistent participation in peer support groups like AA significantly improves long-term sobriety outcomes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many AA meetings are in Manhattan?
MyMeetings currently returns 500 meeting listings in and around Manhattan. Results may include nearby communities so you can compare more options.
What types of AA meetings are available in Manhattan?
Current listings near Manhattan identify formats including 11th Step Meditation, 12 Steps & 12 Traditions, As Bill Sees It, Babysitting Available, Big Book, Birthday, Breakfast, and Child-Friendly. Use the filters on this page to review the formats attached to each listing.
Are there AA meetings near Manhattan every day?
Current listings near Manhattan include meetings on all seven days of the week. Wednesday currently has the most listings, with 83.
Are there online AA meetings available in Manhattan?
The current directory includes 51 listings near Manhattan with online access details. Review the individual listing for its current joining instructions.
How do I find wheelchair accessible AA meetings in Manhattan?
121 current listings are marked as wheelchair accessible near Manhattan. Confirm specific accommodations with the meeting organizer or venue before attending.
What should I expect at my first AA meeting in Manhattan?
AA meeting practices vary by group. Open meetings welcome anyone interested in learning about AA, while closed meetings are for people with a desire to stop drinking. You may listen without speaking; review the individual listing for its format and any arrival notes.
How do I contact the local AA office in Manhattan?
The directory identifies Chicago Area Service Office as the local AA office serving Manhattan. Check the local resources section on this page for available contact information.
How often are AA meeting listings updated for Manhattan?
This page loads the current MyMeetings directory for the area around Manhattan. Schedules can still change, so confirm the individual listing before traveling.
Can I find AA meetings outside Manhattan, Illinois?
Yes. Use the nearby cities section to browse additional meeting directories in Illinois and across state lines.
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