Soldier Field

About

Lakeside home to the Chicago Bears, this 1924 open-air stadium received a modern upgrade in 2003.

Reviews lean positive — 4.5 out of 5 across 15,864 Google reviews.

Mind the closed days: Saturday and Sunday. Parking is a paid lot, metered street parking and a paid garage, so budget for it. And if it does not suit, 18 more sports complexes in Chicago are listed further down this page.

The quick take

Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other sports complexes in Chicago.

What works

Solid local standing
A 4.5 average from 15,864 reviews puts it comfortably above the middle of the pack.
A genuine local landmark
15,864 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Restrooms on site
The difference between an hour here and a whole afternoon, especially with a group.
Easy to pair with a second stop
18 other sports complexes sit in the same city, so a wash-out here need not waste the trip.
An official site to check first
Whoever runs this sports complex posts schedules, closures and events there.

Worth knowing first

Parking costs money
Only a paid lot, metered street parking and a paid garage are listed. Factor the fee in, or arrive by transit if you can.
Closed Saturday and Sunday
Check the hours panel before you set out — the closed days are easy to miss.
Popular enough to be busy
15,864 reviews cuts both ways. Weekend afternoons draw a crowd, so go early or go midweek if you want it quiet.
A narrow window to fit it in
Open 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM and no longer — it has to land inside the working day.

Planning a visit

General guidance for sports complexes, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Fields and courts on a booking schedule, with league play claiming most of the prime slots.

A good fit for teams, leagues and pickup players.

When to go

Confirm whether the fields are open to drop-in play before you go — leagues tend to own evenings and weekends. The gates are open 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

What to bring

Your own gear
Booking confirmation
Water — fountains are hit or miss

Hours

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Amenities

Restrooms

Parking Available

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Common questions about Soldier Field

What is Soldier Field?

Lakeside home to the Chicago Bears, this 1924 open-air stadium received a modern upgrade in 2003. It is a sports complex in Chicago, IL, at 1410 Special Olympics Dr.

What are the opening hours at Soldier Field?

Hours vary by day: Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: Closed; Sunday: Closed.

Are there restrooms at Soldier Field?

Yes, restrooms are available at Soldier Field.

Is there parking at Soldier Field?

Parking options here include a paid lot, metered street parking and a paid garage.

How is Soldier Field rated?

Soldier Field holds 4.5 out of 5 stars from 15,864 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

Chicago has 18 other sports complexes listed on AllParx, including Activate Games, Wrigley Field and Blackhawks Ice Center Presented by Fifth Third Bank.