Soldier Field
61,500 seats · Open roof · Natural grass
- 61,500seats
- 1924Built in
- 6Matches at this venue
- Openroof
Get to Soldier Field like a pro
CTA Red Line to Roosevelt + 15 min walk along the Museum Campus. Book your stay, your flight and your pre-match experience before kickoff.
History & heritage
Soldier Field opened in 1924 in Chicago, USA, and serves as the home of Chicago Bears (NFL) · Chicago Fire (MLS). With a capacity of 61,500, it ranks among the top venues of the FIFA World Cup 2026 — a tournament built around the largest combined seating in football history.
The pitch uses natural grass under open cover, configured to FIFA standards for the world's most-watched event. Match-day operations leverage decades of NFL/MLS/Liga MX experience: streamlined ingress, accessibility infrastructure, and concession capacity unique to North-American mega-venues.
Transport & access
CTA Red Line to Roosevelt + 15 min walk along the Museum Campus.
Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium and Adler Planetarium share the Museum Campus.
Matches at this venue
Hotels nearby
South Loop and Grant Park hotels are 15–20 min on foot.
Food & activities
Italian beef on Taylor Street, Lou Malnati's deep-dish in the Loop, and pre-match stops at Kasey's Tavern.
Traveler tips
Insider tip: Lakeshore winds make June nights chilly even when downtown is warm — bring a windbreaker.
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Soldier Field
FAQ
What is the capacity of Soldier Field?
Soldier Field seats 61,500 spectators for FIFA World Cup 2026 matches.
When was Soldier Field built?
Soldier Field opened in 1924 and is the home of Chicago Bears (NFL) · Chicago Fire (MLS).
How do I get to Soldier Field?
CTA Red Line to Roosevelt + 15 min walk along the Museum Campus.
What is the nearest airport?
ORD · MDW.
Where should I stay near Soldier Field?
South Loop and Grant Park hotels are 15–20 min on foot.
What food options are available?
Italian beef on Taylor Street, Lou Malnati's deep-dish in the Loop, and pre-match stops at Kasey's Tavern.
Does Soldier Field have a roof?
Soldier Field has a open configuration with natural grass.
How many World Cup 2026 matches are scheduled here?
6 matches are scheduled at Soldier Field during the tournament.
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