Gameday Guide

Soldier Field

Chicago, Illinois · Chicago Bears · Chicago Fire FC

CLEAR BAG
12" x 6" x 12"
GATES
1h30 before
TRANSIT
Rail + bus
RIDESHARE
Available

What size bag can I bring?

12" x 6" x 12"
CLEAR BAG REQUIRED
NFL Clear Bag Policy for all events; clear plastic/vinyl/PVC bags up to 12x6x12 in or a one-gallon clear freezer bag; plus one small non-clear bag up to 4.5x6.5 in; medical bags searched at the gate; diapers must be carried in a clear bag.
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Getting in

Gates. All remaining gates open 90 minutes before kickoff. (Gate 0 opens two hours before kick for fan activations and entertainment.).
Transit. CTA Red/Green/Orange Lines stop at Roosevelt Station, ~3/4-mile walk; Bus 146 connects Roosevelt to stadium; Bus 130 seasonal; Metra 18th Street Station a short walk. Lines: CTA Red Line, CTA Green Line, CTA Orange Line (Roosevelt Station), CTA Bus 146 Inner Lake Shore/Michigan Express, CTA Bus 130 Museum Campus (Memorial Day-Labor Day), Metra (18th Street Station).
Rideshare. Drop-off at the 18th Drive turnaround just west of the 18th Drive exit ramp; pick-up at Columbus & Balbo north of the stadium.
Tailgating. Permitted in designated stadium-controlled lots pre-game for ticketed guests; tailgate limited to 8 ft behind each parking space; no tents; prohibited during the game and after night games. Tailgating prohibited during the game and after night games. No open flame in enclosed lots (North Garage, lower Waldron Garage); firepits/open fires banned in all lots; no deep fryers or oil-based cooking; no open-flame, infrared or propane heaters; propane tanks over 19 lb not allowed on campus. No overnight parking in any Museum Campus lot.
Accessibility. ADA drop-off/pick-up at the Gate 14 turnaround (Museum Campus Drive, southeast/lakeside), ADA placard required; accessible elevators throughout; wheelchair escort/ushering service; ADA parking in every garage with courtesy carts; service animals enter/exit via Gate 8; ASL interpreters and hearing-assistance devices on request.
Entry. No re-entry (no re-entry passes issued); cashless venue; taxis, limos and buses barred from entering the campus starting 90 minutes after kickoff until 1 hour after the event ends.

Parking lots

North Garage (North Parking Garage). Bears season-coupon parking only on Bears game days; cash not accepted
Waldron Deck. Bears season-coupon parking only on Bears game days
South Lot (South Parking Lot). Bears season-coupon parking only on Bears game days
Adler Planetarium Lot. Cash parking; oversized/RV reserved $160 (+$5 fee)
Burnham Harbor lots. Cash parking
East Museum Lot. Open on non-event days
McCormick Place Lot B. Southwest facility; free Bears-gameday shuttle; buses/RVs $85 drive-up / $90 prepaid
McCormick Place Lot C - Lakeside. Cash parking on gameday; spaces limited during McCormick shows
Official parking:soldierfieldparking.com ›

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Frequently asked

What size bag can I bring into Soldier Field?

Soldier Field requires a clear bag no larger than 12" x 6" x 12". NFL Clear Bag Policy for all events; clear plastic/vinyl/PVC bags up to 12x6x12 in or a one-gallon clear freezer bag; plus one small non-clear bag up to 4.5x6.5 in; medical bags searched at the gate; diapers must be carried in a clear bag.

Does Soldier Field require a clear bag?

Yes. Soldier Field enforces a clear bag policy, and a clear bag may be no larger than 12" x 6" x 12".

When do gates open at Soldier Field?

All remaining gates open 90 minutes before kickoff. (Gate 0 opens two hours before kick for fan activations and entertainment.).

Where do you park for a Chicago Bears game?

Soldier Field has on-site lots including North Garage (North Parking Garage), Waldron Deck, South Lot (South Parking Lot), Adler Planetarium Lot, Burnham Harbor lots, East Museum Lot, McCormick Place Lot B, McCormick Place Lot C - Lakeside. Reserve a nearby spot in advance through SpotHero on this page.