Wrigley Field

The Chicago Cubs strongly encourage the use of public transportation due to significant traffic and limited parking in the Wrigleyville neighborhood.

CTA Trains ("The L")

• Red Line
  The most popular and direct route. Take the Red Line to the Addison station, which is fully accessible and located immediately adjacent to the ballpark.
• Brown Line
  Depending on where you're staying this might be more convenient than trying to transfer to the Red Line. The Belmont and Southport stations are about a 15 minute walk from the stadium
• Purple Line Express
  For weekday night games, Loop-bound Purple Line Express trains make a special pregame stop at the Addison station (normally an express run between Howard and Belmont).
• Yellow Line (Skokie Swift)
  On game nights, Yellow Line trains operate one hour later (until midnight) from the Howard station to accommodate fans returning to the Skokie area.
• Park & Ride
  Affordable Park & Ride options are available at the Howard ( Red/Purple/Yellow), Dempster-Skokie (Yellow), and Linden (Purple) stations. CTA Buses

Buses

• #152 Addison
  Runs east-west on Addison Street. Extra service is provided starting two hours before game time and operating until one hour after the game ends.
• #22 Clark
  Operates north-south on Clark Street, dropping fans off directly at the intersection of Clark & Addison.
• #8 Halsted
  Operates north on Halsted Street, terminating at Broadway/Waveland, a short walk from the stadium. Metra Trains

Metra Trains

Fans traveling from the suburbs can take the Union Pacific North (UP-N) or Northwest (UP-NW) lines. The Ravenswood station is approximately a 15-20 minute walk to the ballpark, or fans can transfer to the CTA #80 Irving Park bus.

Bike

A free bike valet service is available in the alley just east of the main entrance to the CTA Red Line stop on Addison Street. It opens 2 hours prior to the game and closes 1 hour after the final out.

Driving & Parking

Wrigley is located on the north side of Chicago in the Lakeview area and the Wrigleyville neighborhood. There are a number of parking lots near the stadium, some of which are exclusively for season parking pass holders. The Cubs also operate a Remote Parking Lot at 3900 N. Rockwell St., with a free shuttle service to and from the ballpark. Limited private parking is available in the neighborhood but is often expensive.

Rideshare

Rideshare services will have a geo-fence for pick-up and drop off spots around Wrigley. The pick up locations are at Addison Street between Broadway and Halsted Street, and at Irving Park Road between Clark Street and Seminary Avenue

PreGame Atmosphere

• Gallagher Way
  Located on the west side of the stadium (Clark St.), this town square often hosts pregame events, live music, and family activities. It's an open-container zone on gamedays for ticket holders.
• Ballhawks
  On Waveland Ave (Left Field) and Sheffield Ave (Right Field), look for groups of fans with gloves waiting to catch home run balls that fly completely out of the stadium. It is a unique subculture specific to Wrigley Field.
• DraftKings Sportsbook at Wrigley Field
  Attached to the stadium (at Addison & Sheffield), this two-story venue features massive LED screens, betting kiosks, and food/beverage service.

Bars & Restaurants

• Murphy's Bleachers
  Arguably the most famous bar in the neighborhood. Located right behind the bleachers on Sheffield, it's a rite of passage.
• Sluggers World Class Sports Bar and Grill & Dueling Pianos
  Known for its upstairs batting cages, skee-ball, and dueling pianos.
• The Cubby Bear Chicago
  Located at Addison and Clark (kitty corner to the marquee). It's massive, hosts live music, and is arguably the anchor of Wrigleyville nightlife.
• Nisei Lounge
  The oldest bar in Wrigleyville and a cherished dive. Best Places to Eat

Best Places to Eat

• Small Cheval- Old Town
  A pared down version of the famous Au Cheval. They serve one of the best burgers in the city.
• Big Star Wrigleyville
  The massive outpost of the Wicker Park classic. Famous for tacos, strong margaritas, and a deep bourbon selection. It has a sprawling patio directly across from the park.
• Smoke Daddy BBQ - Wrigleyville
  Located across from the park at the Hotel Zachary and featuring excellent ribs and brisket.
• Sheffield's Wine & Beer Garden
  A bit further south on Sheffield, but worth the walk. They have an nice beer garden and house-smoked BBQ. It feels more like a neighborhood hangout than a tourist trap.
• Cozy Noodles n' Rice
  A quirky Thai/Pan-Asian spot filled with PEZ dispensers and toys tucked away right near the field.. It's BYOB and affordable
• Yak-Zies
  Located on Clark, but feels older and grittier than its neighbors. Famous for their wings and pizza. It's a classic sports bar that feels authentic to the pre-renovation Wrigley era.
• The Gman Tavern
  Tavern featuring live music and stiff drinks located north of the park on Clark, next to the Metro.
• Toons Bar & Grill
  Located slightly north on Southport. A favorite for locals who actually live in the neighborhood. Great wings and a localized feel.
• Mordecai
  Located in the Hotel Zachary. If you want a rare vintage bourbon or a craft cocktail in a refined setting overlooking the marquee, this is the spot.
• Happy Camper Pizza
  If you are looking for a party. It has a massive outdoor area, swings at the bar, and a very "Instagrammable" aesthetic with pizza and heavy vibes.
• Budweiser Brickhouse Tavern
  Attached to the stadium complex. It offers an elevated sports bar experience with huge windows and decent food, heavily integrated into the Gallagher Way plaza experience.

Iconic Features

• The Ivy
  Planted in 1937, the ivy on the outfield walls is Wrigley's signature. It is thick and green in the summer but can be sparse and brown in April.
• The Scoreboard
  The hand turned scoreboard in center field has remained largely unchanged since 1937.
• The Red Marquee
  Installed in 1934, the neon red Art Deco sign above the main entrance at Clark and Addison is the most photographed spot at the park. It reads "Wrigley Field Home of Chicago Cubs."

Traditions & History

• "W" and "L" Flags
  A tradition starting in 1937 to inform passengers on the passing L train of the game's result. A white flag with a blue "W" indicates a Win, while a blue flag with a white "L" indicates a Loss. They are flown from the mast atop the centerfield scoreboard.
• Take Me Out to the Ballgame
  Made famous by broadcaster Harry Caray starting in the 1980s. While Caray was still broadcasting he would lead the crowd in singing this during the 7th inning stretch. Since his death it has been led by celebrities and former players.
• The Lights
  Wrigley Field was the last MLB park to install lights. The first night game was attempted on August 8, 1988 (rained out), with the first official night game played the next day.
• Notable Seats
  If you get there early (or if you're lucky and they let you linger late) the usher will help you find the exact location of these seats
  • Bartman Seat
    The infamous play during the 2003 NLCS happened down the left field line. Renovations have altered the seating in this area but the incident occurred near what is now section 3
  • Ferris Bueller Seat
    Just over a dozen rows away from the Bartman seat are the seats from the legendary Wrigley scene in the movie Ferris Bueller's Day Off. These seats are near section 101

Statues, Monuments & Museums

• Statue Row (Gallagher Way)
  Features statues of Cubs legends Ernie Banks, Billy Williams, Ron Santo, Ferguson Jenkins, and Ryne Sandberg.
• Harry Caray
  The statue of the legendary broadcaster is located outside the Bleacher Gate at Waveland & Sheffield.
• 2016 World Series Trophy
  The Commissioner's Trophy from the historic 2016 championship is displayed in the CD Peacock Trophy Room located inside the Marquee Gate entrance.
• Chicago Cubs Hall of Fame
  Located in the Left Field Budweiser Bleacher Concourse, featuring plaques and tributes to franchise greats.
• Hey Hey
  The words Hey Hey are inscribed on the foul poles in honor of Jack Brickhouse and his famous home run call. Brickhouse was the Cubs broadcaster from 1948-81
• Retired Numbers
  The foul poles are also home to the Cubs retired numbers which are on flags flown from the poles. On the left field pole are Ron Santo #10, Ernie Banks #14, and Jackie Robinson #42 (retired league-wide). On the right field pole are Ryne Sandberg #23, Billy Williams #26, Ferguson Jenkins and Greg Maddux both #31.

• The Bleachers
  Arguably the most famous bleachers section in baseball. It's General Admission seating in the outfield with a party atmosphere, famous for throwing opposing team home run balls back onto the field. Note: You need a specific Bleacher ticket to enter this area.
• Budweiser Good Sport Section
  Sections 501-502 in the Bleachers are designated for a slightly more casual vibe within the high energy bleacher area.
• Field Box
  Unlike most stadiums built in the last 2 decades there are hardly any walkways, tunnels and concourses to reach the Field Box level. These seats, particularly behind the plate, put you right on top of the action without having to pay all-inclusive, Club Level pricing. Premier Seating

Premier Seating

There are a number of all inclusive seating and group options available. These include Premier Bleachers rentals, traditional Suites, and the following Premier Clubs:

• American Airlines 1914 Club
  Located behind home plate, this club offers a unique, all-inclusive experience with lower level seating, a dedicated climate-controlled lounge, and private restrooms.
• Maker's Mark Barrel Room
  Situated down the first base line, this speakeasy style club features all-inclusive food and beverage (including beer, wine, and spirits), in seat service, and views of the visitor's batting tunnel.
• The W Club
  Located on the third base side, this club provides premier views of the Cubs' batting tunnel, along with an all-inclusive buffet, full bar service, and comfortable theatre style seating.
• Catalina Club
  Found in the upper level behind home plate, this club offers indoor and outdoor amenities, including a patio with panoramic views of the ballpark and Chicago skyline, plus all-inclusive chef-prepared food and beverages.
• Wrigley Rooftops
  The iconic rooftop seats across Waveland and Sheffield, once an informal gathering place with folding chairs, have been bought by Cubs owners the Rickett family and have since been incorporated into their official Premier seating. Each Rooftop has its own unique vibe and are mostly oriented towards large and corporate groups, though individual tickets can still be purchased. You can also take your trip to the next level and stay in one of the buildings.

Weather: Sun, Shade, Cold

Chicago weather is notoriously unpredictable.

• Sun vs. Shade (Day Games)
  • Sun
    The Bleachers and Right Field seats are exposed to direct sunlight for almost the entire game.
  • Shade
    The sun sets behind the third base side. For 1:20 PM starts, the Third Base side (Sections 200-215) and the Upper Deck (400 Level, specifically rows higher up under the roof) are your best bets for shade.
• Cold Weather
  Early (April/May) and late-season (September/October) games can be frigid. The wind often blows in off Lake Michigan, dropping the "feels like" temperature by 10-15 degrees. This is particularly noticeable in the 200 level

Specialty Food

• Small Cheval
  A stadium outpost of the famous Chicago burger joint, known for premium cheeseburgers and golden fries. This stand is located in the upper bleachers
• Fried Ranch Bombs
  (Section 126)Similar to hushpuppies, these are fried dough balls filled with ranch and drizzled with hot honey. They are served at the Addison Grill near
• Hot Doug's
  Famous specialty sausage stand located in the Bleachers Platform 14 section (behind the centerfield scoreboard).
• Chicago Dogs
  Served with mustard, neon green relish, onions, tomato wedges, pickle, sport peppers, and celery salt. These can be found at the Chicago Dogs stands (Sections 108, 115, 119, Bleacher Platform 14) as well as the Vienna Beef Grill (section 131) Upper Deck Grill Cards (sections 312, 319) and Portables (sections 311, 323)
• Amazon "Just Walk Out" Markets
  Grab-and-go snacks and drinks without waiting in a checkout line. These are used at the Sheffield Market (Section 134) and Chicago Dogs (sections 108, 115, 119) stands
• Ballpark Standards
  Most of the concession stands offer some variety of classic ballpark food such as sausages, burgers, chicken sandwiches and tenders. These are generally branded as either "Grills" or "Classics" and reference their location in the stadium (ie Waveland Grill and First Base Classics). There are slight variations on what exactly each location offers but they are all similar.

Drinks

Wrigley Field has an extensive beverage program. Standard beer options are available all over the stadium primarily in the Portables and Beer & Wine. An Old Style in the bleachers is as iconic as it gets at Wrigley. In addition to the concourse stands, Wrigley still employs vendors who walk through the stands selling canned beer (as well as hot dogs, water, and other staples). For those looking for something a little fancier, check out the options below.

Craft Beer

The majority of the craft beer at Wrigley are owned by macro beer companies. In particular Chicago's Goose Island (now owned by Anheuser) is well represented in the stadium

• Goose Island 312 Urban Wheat
  Available at most bars in the stadium with particular focus on the Grills, Classics, and Portables.
• Goose Island Hazy Beer Hug
  Available at most of the full service bars around the stadium and Portables. These are not available at the Grills and Classics
• Goose Island IPA
  Mostly available at Chicago Dogs and Portables as well as a couple of bars and markets.
• Golden Road Mango Cart
  Available mostly at Portables along with a handful of bars and markets. It is also available at Chicago Dogs and Right Field Pizza

There are a couple of independent craft breweries available in the stadium

• Half Acre Daisy Cutter Pale Ale
  Portables (Sections 213, 224, 314, 321), Beer & Wine (Sections 107, 118, 122, 132), Retro Beer Cave (Section 512)
• Revolution Cold Time Lager
  Chicago Dogs (Sections 108, 115, 119)
• Bell's Oberon Wheat Ale
  Centerfield Bleachers (Section 512), Portables (Sections 116, 213, 224, 314, 321, 507)

Wrigley also offers Gluten Free and Non-Alcoholic Beer

• Gluntenberg 100% GF Beer (Gluten Free)
  Beer & Wine (Sections 107, 118), Three Fingers Bar (Upper Bleachers Right Field), Marquee Market (Section 218), Portables (Sections 314, 321)
• Athletic Run Wild IPA (N/A)
  Sheffield Market (Section 134), Chicago Dogs (Sections 108, 115, 119)

The Beer Bat

A 26oz souvenir plastic bat filled with beer. Located in Centerfield Bleachers (Section 512), Beer & Wine Stands (Sections 107, 114, 118, 122).

Cocktails

Cocktails are readily available throughout the stadium. This includes both canned cocktails as well as drinks available from the handful of full service bars such as Three Fingers (514,515), Wintrust Bar (right field corner) and the Nutrl Patio (228)

• Frozen Cocktails
  Perfect for hot summer days. These can be found at Three Fingers Bar (Bleachers 514, 515), Nutrl Patio (228), Beer & Wine (107, 122), and Vending hawkers.
• Cutwater Canned Cocktails
  Widespread availability at Portables (106, 203, 209, 214, 232, 306, 507) and Beer & Wine stands (107, 114, 118, 122).
• Hornitos Cocktails
  Available at most Portables and Beer & Wine as well as Pizza stands, Sheffield Market (134), Three Fingers Bar and the Hornitos branded Hacienda near the bleachers.
• Jim Beam Cocktails
  Available at most Portables, the Three FIngers Bar (514,515), Bud Bar (lower bleachers), Upper Deck Bars (313,320), and Nutrl Patio (228)

Wine

Wine is available at Three Fingers Bar (514, 515), Upper Deck Bars (313, 320), Beer & Wine Stands (Sections 107, 114, 118, 122, 132), and Portables (Sections 216, 308, 314, 321, 515)