Wrigley Field

Capacity: 41,649

Home Teams: Chicago Cubs (MLB)

Wrigley Field Events

Wrigley Field is more than just a baseball stadium. It is a time machine, an open-air museum, an idiosyncratic ivy-clad jewel box* that has hosted ball games ever since it opened back in April 1914, just a few months shy of the outbreak of World War I in Europe. It’s a moving, awe-inspiring experience to sit in the stands and ponder the fact that no one alive today was born when the first pitches were thrown from that hallowed Chicago mound. Wrigley Field has been home to the Chicago Cubs for over a century, ever since they inherited it in 1915 from an ill-fated set of one-season wonders called the Chicago Whales. Infamously (and remarkably), the Cubs did not manage to win a World Series at Wrigley until 2016. Neutrals might wonder how the team had any fans left at all by then, but the Cubs long-suffering supporters are nothing if not loyal to the end. 2016 in Chicago must have been the party to end all parties. Along with all regular season and playoff Cubs home games, Wrigley Field also hosts concerts, performances, and different sporting competitions (it has even hosted an outdoor NHL hockey game). Visitors who arrive hungry will find hearty snacks like polish sausages, pretzels, and burgers along with plenty of beer and other delicious ballpark beverages. The many kiosks and shops in and around Wrigley Field sell all kinds of team and event merchandise, including classic Cubs caps.

*First-time visitors may be surprised to find that baseball games at Wrigley Field have a few unusual rules that only apply here. Because the outfield wall is coated in green ivy, balls that become stuck in the greenery there are considered automatic ground-rules doubles. Additionally, if a ball lands in the “Basket” (a chain-link fence that juts out over the ivy), it is ruled a home run, despite landing slightly short of the wall itself!

Wrigley Field Seating Chart

Wrigley Field is a large stadium with plenty of variety when it comes to seating options. From premium seating like club seating and luxury boxes to general admission seats to match every budget and preference. Fancy a sport down the first or third base lines to watch the ball bounce wildly off the strange contours of the wall? Or would you rather sit out in the bleachers and heckle with Chicago’s famous Bleacher Bums. Wherever you sit, an afternoon or an evening at Wrigley Field is sure to be a memory that you will never forget. Check TicketX to see a list of available tickets to games or events at Wrigley Field and a seating chart that outlines seating options.

Getting to Wrigley Field (Transportation and Parking)

Visitors can access Wrigley Field via public transportation or driving their own vehicle.

Getting to Wrigley Field via public transportation

The Chicago Cubs actively promote the use of public transportation for fans coming to games or events at Wrigley Field. Depending on where you are located, you can use Metro trains, Pace shuttle buses, or CTA buses and trains to get to Wrigley Field. Visit MLB’s official website for full directions and details. You could also take a taxi to Wrigley Field .

Getting to Wrigley Field by car

Visitors can drive their own vehicles to Wrigley Field, though be sure to prepare for heavy traffic near the stadium before and after games and events. Aim to arrive early to avoid disappointment. MLB’s official website has helpful maps and driving directions.

Does Wrigley Field have on-site parking?

Yes, there are parking lots around Wrigley Field as well as in nearby neighborhoods. Visit MLB’s official website for detailed parking information and parking maps. SpotHero is recommended by the Cubs as the easiest way to pre-book a parking spot before your game or event.

How much does Wrigley Field parking cost?

Parking near Wrigley Field varies in cost from $10-50 in the major parking lots, depending on the type of game or event. MLB’s official website has detailed information on parking with links to rates. The Cubs recommend using SpotHero to search for the cheapest parking rates.