Venue guide

Soldier Field

Soldier Field is a stadium in Chicago, IL.

Venue info

Checked against Soldier Field’s official sources. Tap a section to open it.

Bag policy

Checked Aug 20, 2026

Soldier Field enforces the NFL Clear Bag Policy, allowing clear bags up to 12” x 6” x 12” and small non-clear bags up to 4.5” x 6.5”. All other bags are prohibited.

Allowed

  • Clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags up to 12” x 6” x 12”
  • One-gallon clear plastic freezer bags
  • Small non-clear bags up to 4.5” x 6.5”

Not allowed

  • Coolers
  • Briefcases
  • Diaper bags
  • Non-approved seat cushions
  • Luggage
  • Computer bags
  • Any non-clear bag larger than 4.5” x 6.5”

Entrances and doors

Checked Aug 20, 2026

Gate 8 also serves as the exit and re-entry gate should a Service Animal need a relief area.

Parking

Checked Aug 20, 2026

Soldier Field parking lots, prepaid requirements, traffic routes, and public-transit recommendations vary by event. Review the official parking and transportation page before arrival.

Rideshare

Checked Oct 16, 2026

Use the 18th Street drop-off west of Soldier Field and Lake Shore Drive. For the first hour after the event, rideshare pickup is at Balbo and Columbus. After one hour, pickup can resume on the stadium campus.

Accessibility

Checked Aug 20, 2026

If Ticketmaster has exhausted its allocation of wheelchair-accessible seating, but conventional seating is still available, the disabled patron is invited to proceed with the purchase of conventional seating near their desired location and then reach out to the respective team (Chicago Bears at 847.295.6600 or Chicago Fire FC at 888-MLS-FIRE).

Food and drink

Checked Oct 22, 2026

Soldier Field is cashless. Alcohol is sold only at designated concession stands, and alcohol policies are posted at every stand.

Re-entry

Checked Aug 20, 2026

Fans are not permitted to exit and re-enter the stadium. Gate 8 also serves as the exit and re-entry gate should a Service Animal need a relief area.

Tickets and will call

Checked Oct 15, 2026

Will call is at the large ticket booth across from Gate 10 at the southeast corner. Collect on event day with photo ID matching the name on the tickets.

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