Wrigley Field

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Wrigley Field, situated in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood, is the iconic home of the Chicago Cubs, one of the oldest and most beloved teams in Major League Baseball. It opened its doors in 1914 and is famous for its ivy-covered brick outfield walls, manual scoreboard, and classic ballpark charm, making it a treasured landmark in baseball. The stadium can seat over 41,000 fans and provides an intimate atmosphere that brings you close to the action, preserving a traditional baseball experience.The area around the stadium, known as Wrigleyville, is a lively district packed with restaurants, bars, and shops that cater to the thousands of fans who come to the stadium on game days. The neighborhood is also known for its historic architecture and vibrant nightlife, adding to the unique game-day atmosphere. You can easily get there using public transit, including the Chicago 'L' train. Wrigley Field is a significant part of Chicago's cultural and sports scene, attracting visitors all year round.

Division:
NL Central
Capacity:
April 23, 1914
Opened:
41,649
Home Dugout:
Third Baseline
Visitor Dugout:
First Baseline
Conf:
NL Central
Opened:
April 23, 1914
Capacity:
41,649
Capacity:
April 23, 1914
Opened:
41,649
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Entry Policy

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Drinks

Factory-sealed plastic bottles are allowed to be brought into the ballpark. No glass bottles, cans or alcoholic beverages of any kind may be brought in

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Food

A personal amount of food (in a small, disposable bag) can be brought into the ballpark.

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Bag

Only purses and wallets smaller than 9 x 5 inches will be permitted into Wrigley Field as well as medical bags and manufactured diaper bags that accompany guests with young children.

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Nearby Bars & Restaurants

sluggersbar.com
Sluggers
269 feet
to the ballpark
to the stadium
Type:
Sports Bar
Grab a drink on the first floor and then head upstairs for the batting cages and other games on the second.
Recommended by
Jason Cupp
Murphy's Bleachers
56 feet
to the ballpark
to the stadium
Type:
Sports Bar
Lively atmosphere right across the street from the center field entrance.
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Facebook / niseilounge
Nisei Lounge
0.2 miles
to the ballpark
to the stadium
Type:
Dive bar
The oldest bar in Wrigleyville. Nice dive bar feel with plenty of drink options but no kitchen.
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