Wrigley Field

Wrigley Field is a baseball park located on the North Side of Chicago, Illinois. It is the home of the Chicago Cubs, one of the city’s two Major League Baseball (MLB) franchises. It first opened in 1914 as Weeghman Park for Charles Weeghman’s Chicago Whales of the Federal League. The Cubs played their first home game at the park on April 20, 1916, defeating the Cincinnati Reds with a score of 7–6 in 11 innings. Chewing gum magnate William Wrigley Jr. of the Wrigley Company acquired complete control of the Cubs. It was named Cubs Park before being renamed Wrigley Field.

General information

Arena capacity: 41,160 spectators

Address: 1060 W Addison St, Chicago, IL 60613, USA

GPS coordinates for the navigator: 41.9484° N, 87.6553° W

Year of construction: April 23, 1914

Construction cost: $250,000

Field: grass lawn with dimensions of 355-L, 368-LC, 400-C, 368-RC, 353-R

Seating plan of the Wrigley Field

1914 Club

Rows A-G are part of the 1914 Club.

New for the 2018 season is the 1914 Club at Wrigley Field. The first 7 rows (A-G) in sections 14-27 will grant you access to this exclusive club which is built underneath the seats directly behind home plate. Fans sitting here will have padded seating, access to the climate-controlled club, and private restrooms.

If you are looking for the Wrigley Field VIP experience these are the seats for you. To start, the sections are located directly behind home plate between the home and away dugout. Fans have a perfect view of everything that makes Wrigley Field one of the most iconic in all of baseball including the outfield wall covered in ivy and manual scoreboard in center field.

Inside the 1914 Club there are multiple bars serving craft and domestic beer options along with premium spirits and wine. If you are looking to dine-in before the game there are all-inclusive options with chef-attended grill stations, artisan pizzas, and house-made desserts. If you are looking to grab a bite to eat and not miss a second of the game there are grab-and-go options along with dedicated vendors who will throw you traditional ballpark food at no extra charge.

Assurance Club

Assurance Club ticket holders will be treated to an upscale experience from down the left field line on the suite level of Wrigley Field. Amenities include covered outdoor seats just underneath the upper deck, access to an indoor, climate controlled club lounge with a top shelf bar, full service concierge, HD televisions, and all-inclusive food, non-alcoholic beverages, beer, wine, and cocktails.

The W Club

Rows a-d are part of the The W Club.

The W Club opened at Wrigley in 2019 and is the ultimate club for the ultimate Cub fan. The club location is just off the Cubs’ batting tunnel to watch players warm up prior to the game. Big Cubs fans will also be awed by the unique memorabilia which cannot be found anywhere else. If you need to escape the cold during the early season or heat during the summer, there are also plenty of big screens to follow the game.

With tickets to The W Club, make sure to arrive hungry. There will be a fully loaded buffet with options for everyone. If you don’t want to sit down and eat there will be a variety of grab-and-go options as well to take to your seats. Food, beer, and wine are included with admission into the club while liquor will have to be purchased.

Maker’s Mark Barrel Room

Rows a-d are part of the Maker’s Mark Barrel Room.

The Maker’s Mark Barrel Room opened in 2019 and is located underneath the seats on the third base side. Near the visiting locker room, fans with tickets to the Barrel Room can get a glimpse of the visiting team’s batting tunnel.

If you’re looking for a cocktail at Wrigley Field this is the best place to find it. This club was designed with a speakeasy style. For food, you will find chef-driven menus that will come both tableside and at carving stations. Spirit options are plentiful as well as high-end wines and beers.

While you may never want to leave the club, there are grab-and-go food and drink options to take to your seats just outside.

Catalina Club

The Catalina Club brings all that there is to Chicago into the ballpark. From the skyline, Lake Michigan, grilled food, and of course Wrigley Field and the Cubs. This club, located behind home plate in the upper level is the only club with sightlines onto the field. The seated sections for the club include sections 315-318.

Aside from the seats, the Catalina Club features indoor and outdoor patios. Food, beer, and wine are included with club access and liquor can be purchased. Fans sitting in these sections can enter through the dedicated premier entrance and enjoy their more comfortable seats and private restrooms.

Shaded & Covered Seating

• Late Afternoon – For an afternoon start at Wrigley Field fans will find some of the best shade in the sections which run along the third base line.  Most Field Le…
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• Early Afternoon – For a mid day start at Wrigley Field, the most prevalent shade is found in some of the less desirable viewing areas.  Mezzanine (200 Level) and U…

Roughly half of all seats at Wrigley Field offer some type of shade or cover. To search for tickets or to find out if your seats are protected from the sun or rain, follow the link for the seat finder.

Best Seats for Comfortable Viewing at Wrigley Field

When searching for a comfortable seat at Wrigley, we recommend sticking to the areas where you’ll have a good natural line of sight to the infield, and close access from the concourse.

Down the left field line fans can find some very good, and often affordable, options in the first 10 rows of Aisles 202 and 204. Although near the foul pole, the seats are well angled at the infield minimizing the amount of head turning throughout the game. You’ll be close to the lower walkway and also have the sun at your back sooner than fans on the first base side.

Just below, Aisles 102-105 are similar options with good seating angles, but are closer to the field. Concourse access is always close by in these aisles, and you again get to have the sun at your back earlier.

Another excellent option is Rows 1-6 in Aisles 219-223 behind home plate. The seats keep you just steps away from the walkways and tunnels at the bottom, and have excellent straight away views from right behind the action. In the first 6 rows you will also be free of any of the 200 level viewing obstructions, while still getting good overhead coverage.

Best Seats for Kids and Family at Wrigley Field

Along the third base line, Aisles 209 and 211 are not far from the Cubs dugout, and also put you close to Clark’s Clubhouse (home of the Cubs new mascot, found on the third base concourse ramp). Nearby you will also find a number of concession stands (including Chillville Frozen Treats) and a merchandise kiosk. Stick with seats in Rows 1 through 6 to be close to the entry tunnels at the bottom of the aisles and you’ll also avoid the viewing obstructions from the support beams in Aisles 209 and 211. Seats here will be under cover of the upper deck, and get the sun at their back sooner.

On the upper deck there is a good concentration of concessions located behind Aisles 419-422, along with both a men’s restroom and a women’s restroom behind Aisle 422. Seats nearby will make sure everyone in the family has something to choose from, and trips to the restrooms shouldn’t require a very long walk. Seats in Aisles 419-422 will have unobstructed views of the field and no more than 8 rows to walk to reach the seats, but do not have any overhead coverage. If you prefer more protection from the weather, consider the first 5 rows of Aisles 523-525 where you will be under cover while staying close to the amenities (just be sure to avoid seats near the aisles which is where the viewing obstructions are most noticeable).

While the Bleachers are among the best places for getting a game ball as a souvenir, we would recommend not bringing the kids out there as the Bleachers are known more for a party atmosphere and see the most sun during day games.

Best Seats for Getting a Ball at Wrigley Field

For fans who want a chance at bringing home that one of kind game ball souvenir, there are a few areas at Wrigley which you’ll want to consider.

The front rows of Aisles 9-14 and 27-33 keep you right up against the dugouts, where you not only have incredible views, but will also be remarkably close to the players. It used to be that you send the guys a few well placed compliments and a request or two, and you would get tossed a warm up ball over the roof of the dugout. Unfortunately, the home plate netting has extended in front of these sections. For a ball between innings, the best place to be now is at the front of Aisles 8 and 34 where the players typically pass by after the third out.

If it’s a foul ball you’re after, you’ll want to be in either Aisles 104-109 (down the third base line), or Aisles 134-139 (down the first base line). These seats are in prime territory for foul balls with very good views of the game to go along.

For a home run ball, the only option is out in the famous Wrigley Field Bleachers. Left center (below the new videoboard) is a hot spot for the big hitters, and if you can get a seat in the front row you’ll also have a chance to pick a long ball out of the baskets. The Bleachers are also a good option for getting tossed a ball after warm-ups between innings, so you also might want to stick close to the outfielders.

Best Seats for Impressing a Guest at Wrigley Field

When it comes to impressing your guest at a Cubs game, the best options are where you find some of the more unique views near the players. Unlike other ballparks, Wrigley doesn’t have many bells and whistles (in-seat wait service, padded seating), but does have great places for getting close to your favorite big leaguers.

For an undeniably memorable experience, opt for seats in the first 5 rows of Aisles 10 through 14, where you will be right behind the Cubs dugout. Not only are the views of the field amazing from so close, you will also get some great face time with the Cubs players as they enter and exit the dugout.

The next option is on the pricier end, but seats in the first two rows of Aisles 16 and 26 put you as close as you can get to the hitters in the on deck circles. You can even get a view into the dugouts!

Should you find yourself lucky enough to sit in the first 6 rows of Aisle 22, these seats have an amazing view from right behind home plate. Its also one the very best spots in the park to get yourself on the TV broadcast.

Although not as close to the players as other options, the Assurance Club is another area where you will have no problem making a lasting impression on your guests. These seats are located on the Suite Level down the third base line, and offer a premium all-inclusive experience and the very best in luxury at Wrigley field. Finding single game tickets here is extremely rare, so we recommend acting fast if you find these seats available for purchase.

Best Seats for Neighborhood Views at Wrigley Field

For many, a trip to Wrigley Field is more than just watching a baseball game, its about experiencing a neighborhood named for the home of the Chicago Cubs. To get a great feel for legendary Wrigleyville area, seats on the Upper Deck’s west side are second to none.

From Aisles 409 through 415 fans will have excellent views of the tall Chicago buildings which run along the lakefront, and on clear days you can even see to Lake Michigan itself. You will be safely below the support pillars in the Upper Deck Reserved tier (500 level) for clear all around views, and will also have great lines of sight to the timeless center field scoreboard, the Sheffield Avenue rooftops, and the new right field videoboard.

Just above, Aisles 509 through 515 can have even better views of Wrigleyville, but these seats do run the risk of an obstructed view due to the support beams at the front rows. Obstructions are most prevalent in the seats closest to the walkway aisle in the middle of the row (i.e. Seats 1 and 101), but if avoided the views of the neighborhood are excellent.

Best Seats for Partying and Socializing at Wrigley Field

For those looking for a social outing at Wrigley Field, the Bleachers are absolutely the place to be. Known for years as the top spot among party goers at the ballpark, the Bleachers are an ideal option for soaking in the sun and the suds. And as a general admission seating area during the regular season, there are a few different options for where you might want to be.

Left Field is the better option for snagging a home run ball, and while you can find smaller seating areas near the foul pole to make it easier to move from the seats to the beer stands, it also means less fans nearby to mix it up with.

In Center Field you can sit either in the lower or upper portion. Lower center bleacher seats are the most convenient options for grabbing that next round of beverages as you’ll be right by the vendor stands, and very close to Platform 14 behind the iconic Wrigley scoreboard. You won’t see many home run balls land nearby and viewing the videoboards is difficult, but all that shouldn’t matter as you come here to party it up!

Right Field is a great choice for an energetic outing at Wrigley. Large seating areas leave you with a lot of neighbors, and unlike left field which has the Porch located above the seats (reserved for private groups), right field has standing rail above the seats – prime real estate for a party atmosphere at the ballpark.

If you can get to Wrigley early enough, a seat in the front row of the bleachers is always a good time. You can lean up against the small wall just in front, reach for a home run ball if it lands in the baskets, and heckle the opposing outfielders.  

Best Seats for Visiting Team Fans at Wrigley Field

If you’re at Wrigley to cheer on the visitors, there are a number of excellent options which keep you right by your favorite players.

Often the best place for a visiting team fan to sit is right behind the dugout, however these seats also come with a higher price tag. Sections 27 through 33 put you right by the dugout, offering impressive sights of the team running on and off the diamond. And if you sit in Sections 33-34, which are just beyond the extended protective netting, you may even get a ball at the end of an inning – just be sure to wear your visiting team gear with pride.

Some of the most expensive, but most impressive seats for a visiting team supporter are in the lettered rows of Section 27. These seats are within just a few rows of the field, with absolutely stunning views of the on deck circle and batters box. After crossing home plate, it feels as if the players are coming right at you as they make their way back to the bench. At the very front of Section 27 (Rows A & B) you can even see right into the dugout.

And then there are the Bleachers, a hallmark of Wrigley Field which provides a unique experience unlike any other in the ballpark. The party atmosphere is second to none, and its a great opportunity to catch a home run ball, but visiting fans should be prepared to throw a long ball back if it doesn’t come off of a Cubs bat. Bring your thick skin if rooting for the visitors, as you are sure to get some heckles from the Chicago faithful sitting nearby.

Best Seats for Great Views of the Field at Wrigley Field

Baseball purists will find some of the best spots for watching a game at Wrigley in upper rows of the Field Box (100 Level) seats. Close views and near perfect seating height are a big plus, and the smaller sections with entry tunnels both above and below the aisles ensure less time away from the game.

Opt for seats in Rows 10 and higher in Aisles 110 through 115 for amazing views on the third base line. Though they are behind the extended netting, these seats are close to the Cubs dugout and offer beautiful views of the entire playing field. On the first base side, Aisles 127-133 offer a similar experience in Rows 10 and higher for those who want to be closer to the visitor dugout. To avoid obstruction from the netting, opt for seats in Aisles 105-109 on the third base side or Aisles 134-138 on the first base side.

For those looking for that scout style view (right behind home plate), Rows 10 and above in Aisles 120 through 122 are an excellent choice. You will be behind the netting from here, but will have a great vantage point for watching the entire field. Additional bonuses include straight away views of the scoreboard and good angles to both videoboards.

So why Rows 10 and higher? Not only will you be closer to the upper entry tunnels and have a great viewing height, but you’ll also be up enough to see over fans passing by in the walkway at the bottom of the aisle.

However if the budget doesn’t allow for a lower level seat, there are still some good options to consider on Wrigley Field’s upper deck. The last 5 rows of Aisles 419-422 (Rows 4 and higher) are some of the best from the upper tier thanks to the great positioning behind home plate, and will keep you far up enough where the front railing doesn’t impact your view. Aisles 412-415 and 427-430 offer similar benefits in Rows 6 and higher, and they are right behind either team’s dugout. These upper tier options are all very close to the entry tunnels as well, making for quicker trips away from your seats.

Where to buy tickets?

Each ticket is a revocable license subject to the terms and conditions thereon. Fans are subject to removal from Wrigley Field upon breach of the Wrigley Field Code of Conduct or the discretion of management.

Ticket Sales

Fans can purchase tickets to Chicago Cubs games in several ways:

• Online at Cubs.com.
• By using MLB’s free Ballpark App. Visit Cubs.com/BallparkApp for more information.
• By visiting the Budweiser Bleacher Ticket Windows, located on Waveland Avenue by the main bleacher entrance, during the offseason. The Wrigley Field Ticket Office, located on the west side of the ballpark on Clark Street, is expected to open closer to the start of the season.

How to get there?

Wrigley Field, located on the North side of Chicago, is in the heart of the Lakeview neighborhood.

Chicago – Loop

Driving: Take Lake Shore Drive north to Irving Park Rd. Head west to Clark. Turn left (south). Wrigley Field is ahead on the left (east).

CTA: Get on Howard/Dan Ryan red line at the Jackson/State, Monroe/State, Washington/State or Lake/State stations. Take the northbound train to the Addison Street stop, which lets out one block east of the ballpark.

Chicago – North side

Driving: Lake Shore Drive to Irving Park Rd. Head west to Clark. Turn left (south). Wrigley Field is ahead on the left (east). If traffic is heavy on Lake Shore Drive, take Broadway or Clark to Addison.

CTA: Get on Howard/Dan Ryan red line. Take the southbound train to the Addison St. stop, which lets out one block east of the ballpark.

Chicago – Northwest side

Driving: Take 90 East to the Addison Street exit. Turn left (east) on Addison and proceed three miles to Wrigley Field. OR Take 90 East to Irving Park Rd. east to Clark. Turn right (south) and Wrigley is a few blocks ahead. OR If traffic is heavy on 90 East, take Milwaukee or Elston to Addison and head east OR Foster or Lawrence to Clark and head south.

CTA: Take CTA to nearest Blue line stop. Take the eastbound train to the Addison Street stop. Transfer to the CTA No. 152 eastbound bus, which lets off at the ballpark. TIP: Lane Tech High School on Addison and Western has a shuttle from its stadium parking lot during night games.

Chicago – West side

Driving: Take 290 East or 55 North to Lake Shore Drive. Take Lake Shore Drive to Irving Park Rd. Head west to Clark. Turn left (south). Wrigley Field is ahead on the left (east).

CTA: Take the blue line to Washington/Dearborn station. Walk downstairs to the Howard/Dan Ryan red line. Take the train to the Addison St. stop, which lets out one block east of the ballpark. OR Take the green line to State/Lake station. Take Howard/Dan Ryan red line northbound to the Addison St. stop, which lets out one block east of the ballpark.

Chicago – South side

Driving: Lake Shore Drive north to Irving Park Rd. Head west to Clark. Turn left (south). Wrigley Field is ahead on the left (east). OR Dan Ryan to 90/94 West. Exit on Addison and turn right (east). Wrigley Field is approximately three miles ahead. OR 57 North to Dan Ryan to 90/94 West to Addison and turn right (east). Wrigley Field is approximately three miles ahead.

CTA: Get on Howard/Dan Ryan red line. Take the northbound train to the Addison Street stop, which lets out one block east of the ballpark.

Chicago – Southwest side

Driving: Interstate 55 north to Interstate 90/94 north to the Addison Street exit. Turn right (east) on Addison and proceed three miles to the ballpark. OR Interstate 55 north to Lake Shore Drive north to Irving Park Rd. Head west to Clark. Turn left (south). Wrigley Field is ahead on the left (east).

CTA: Get to a stop on the Orange Line. Take an eastbound train to the Lake/State stop. Walk down the stairs to the State Street subway entrance and get on the northbound Howard/Dan Ryan red line. Take this to the Addison Street stop. Walk one block east on Addison and you’re at Wrigley Field.

Metro North

Driving: Take 94 East to 90 East to the Addison Street exit. Turn left (east) on Addison and proceed three miles to Wrigley Field.

CTA: Take the Evanston local train south to Howard (end of the line). Transfer to the Red Line (Howard/Dan Ryan) and take a southbound train to the Addison Street stop, which lets out one block east of the ballpark.

Metra: North line to Ravenswood station. Take 81 Lawrence bus east to train station at Lawrence/Broadway. Take Howard/Douglas red line north to the Addison Street stop, which lets out one block east of the ballpark.

Metro Northwest

Driving: Take 53 North or South to 90 East to the Addison Street exit. Turn left (east) on Addison and proceed three miles to Wrigley Field. OR Take 90 East to Irving Park Rd. east to Clark. Turn right (south) and Wrigley is a few blocks ahead. OR Take 290 East to Lake Shore Drive. Take Lake Shore Drive to Irving Park Rd. Head west to Clark. Turn left (south). Wrigley Field is ahead on the left (east).

Metra: Take the Northwest line to Northwestern station. Exit on Washington. Take No. 20 or No. 56 Milwaukee east to State and Washington. Head down stairs to red line. Take northbound train to Addison.

TIP #1: There are low-cost parking lots at the River and Cumberland stops on the blue line. Park your car and take the eastbound train (A or B) to the Addison Street stop. Transfer to the CTA No. 152 eastbound bus, which lets off at the ballpark. TIP #2:Take 290 right to the entry to lower Wacker Drive. Take lower Wacker to Lake Shore Drive where it enters at Illinois Street. Take Lake Shore Drive to the Belmont exit, head west 50 yards to Little Lake Shore Drive and head north. Take this to Addison. Head east until you reach the ballpark.

Metro West (and far West)

Driving: Take 290 East or 55 North to Lake Shore Drive. Take Lake Shore Drive to Irving Park Rd. Head west to Clark. Turn left (south). Wrigley Field is ahead on the left (east). OR Take 88 East to 294 North to 90 East to the Addison Street exit. Turn left (east) on Addison and travel three miles to Wrigley Field. OR

Take 88 East to Interstate 290 east to 90/94 north to the Addison Street exit. Turn right (east) on Addison. Wrigley Field is three miles ahead.

Metra: Take the Burlington Northern Line to Union Station. Take the CTA No. 1 Indiana/Hyde Park bus or the No. 151 Sheridan bus to the Jackson/State subway station. Transfer to the Howard/Dan Ryan red line northbound to the Addison Street stop, which lets out one block east of the ballpark.

Metro Southeast (and far Southeast)

Driving: 94 North to 90 East to the Addison Street exit. Turn right (west) on Addison and proceed three miles to Wrigley Field. OR Take 94 North to Lake Shore Drive. Head north to Irving Park Rd. Head west to Clark. Turn left (south). Wrigley Field is ahead on the left (east).

Metra: Metra Electric to Randolph St. Station. Walk two blocks west to State St. and Randolph. Take Howard/Dan Ryan red line northbound to the Addison St. stop, which lets out one block east of the ballpark.

Metro Southwest (and far Southwest)

Driving: Take 80 East to 294 North to 90 East to the Addison Street exit. Turn left (east) on Addison and proceed three miles to Wrigley Field OR Take 80 East to 57 North to Interstate 90/94 north to the Addison Street exit. Turn right (east) on Addison and proceed three miles to Wrigley Field. OR Take Interstate 55 north to Interstate 90/94 north to the Addison Street exit. Turn right (east) on Addison and proceed three miles to the ballpark. OR Take Interstate 55 north to Interstate 90/94 north to the Addison Street exit. Turn right (east) on Addison and proceed three miles to the ballpark.

Metra: Take the Metra Heritage Corridor line to Union Station. Take the CTA No. 1 Indiana/Hyde Park bus or the No. 151 Sheridan bus to the Jackson/State subway station. Transfer to the Howard/Dan Ryan red line northbound to the Addison Street stop, which lets out one block east of the ballpark.OR Take the Rock Island Line to LaSalle St. station. Exit station on Van Buren. Take elevated brown line at LaSalle/Van Buren north to Fullerton. Transfer to red line north to Addison.

Metro South

Driving: Take Interstate 57 north to Interstate 90/94 north to the Addison Street exit. Turn right (east) on Addison and proceed three miles to Wrigley Field. OR Take Interstate 57 north to Interstate 90/94 north to Lake Shore Drive. Head north to Irving Park Rd. Head west to Clark. Turn left (south). Wrigley Field is ahead on the left (east). OR Take 294 North to 90 East to the Addison Street exit. Turn left (east) on Addison and proceed three miles to Wrigley Field.

Metra: Take Rock Island Line to LaSalle St. station. Exit station on Van Buren. Take elevated brown line at LaSalle/Van Buren north to Fullerton. Transfer to red line north to Addison.

Wrigley Field Parking

Thank you for thinking of visiting Wrigley Field! The Chicago Cubs provide parking options for a variety of events from ballgames to local concerts. All lots are easy-in and easy-out. Cubs’ personnel are on location to answer questions. Feel free to browse available parking options (subject to availability).

Free Remote Parking

The Cubs also will continue to offer free remote parking at 3900 N. Rockwell St., just east of the Chicago River and accessed from Irving Park Road. The lot will be available for all night and weekend games throughout the season. This lot includes free shuttle service to and from Wrigley Field. Services begin two and a half hours before first pitch, and returning shuttles board post-game and run approximately one hour after the end of the game.

Toyota Camry Lot, formerly known as the Green Lot

Season Parking Holders, Game Day Cash Lot

1126 W. Grace St. Chicago, IL 60613

Toyota RAV4 Lot, formerly known as the Brown Lot

Season Parking Holders

1140 W. Eddy St. Chicago, IL 60613

Irving Park Lot

Season Parking Holders, Combo, Game Day Cash Lot

1052 Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60613

Transportation Hubs

Get to Wrigley Field easily from any of the major transportation hubs in Chicago.

LaSalle St. Station

CTA: Exit station on Van Buren. Take elevated brown line at LaSalle/Van Buren north to Fullerton. Transfer to red line north to Addison.

Midway Airport

Driving: Take Cicero Ave. to 55 North to Lake Shore Drive. Head north to Irving Park Rd. Head west to Clark. Turn left (south). Wrigley Field is ahead on the left (east).

CTA: Take the eastbound train on the “Orange” rapid transit line to the Lake/State stop. Walk down the stairs to the State Street subway entrance and get on the northbound Howard/Dan Ryan “Red” line. Take this to the Addison Street stop. Walk one block east on Addison and you’re at Wrigley Field.

Northwestern Station

Exit on Washington. Take No. 20 or No. 56 Milwaukee east to State and Washington. Head down stairs to red line. Take northbound train to Addison.

O’Hare Airport

Driving: Take 90 East to the Addison Street exit. Turn left (east) on Addison and proceed three miles to Wrigley Field.

CTA: Take the “Blue” rapid transit line to the Addison Street stop. Transfer to the CTA No. 152 eastbound bus, which lets off at the ballpark.

Union Station

CTA: Take the CTA No. 1 Indiana/Hyde Park bus or the No. 151 Sheridan bus to the Jackson/State subway station. Transfer to the Howard/Dan Ryan “Red” rapid transit line northbound to the Addison Street stop, which lets out one block east of the ballpark.

CTA Service to Wrigley Field

CTA provides convenient and affordable rail travel options for baseball fans in Chicago heading to Wrigley Field.

Red Line

The CTA Red Line provides direct service to Wrigley Field via the accessible station at Addison. Fans can transfer to Red Line trains from all other rail lines and from most east-west bus routes. CTA Bus #152 (Addison) and CTA Bus #22 (Clark) both stop at the intersection of Clark & Addison streets. For more details, call the CTA Hotline or visit www.transitchicago.com.

Direct service to Wrigley Field via the accessible station at Addison.

• Transfer to Red Line trains from all other rail lines and from most east-west bus routes.
• Board Red Line from stations in the State Street subway downtown, or from Howard, where fans can connect from Purple or Yellow Line trains serving the northern suburbs.
• Convenient Park & Ride at Howard, $5 (more than 550 parking spaces).

Yellow Line

On game nights, Yellow Line trains will operate two hours later (until midnight) from Howard.

• Convenient Park & Ride at Dempster-Skokie, $4 (more than 400 parking spaces)
• Yellow Line station is just three blocks east of the Edens Expressway.

Purple Line Express

Before weekday night games, regular Loop-bound Purple Line Express trains will make an additional stop at Sheridan station, rather than running express from Howard to Belmont. Trains will not stop at Addison station.

• Convenient Park & Ride at Linden, $4 (more than 300 parking spaces).

After the game, customers traveling northbound on the rail system can use the Sheridan station to board northbound trains instead of the Addison station. Customers traveling southbound are asked to use the Addison station.

Several CTA bus routes also provide convenient service to Wrigley Field:

• #8 Halsted buses operate north on Halsted from 79th Street to Broadway/Waveland.
• #22 Clark buses operate north through the Loop on Dearborn and south on Clark from Howard.
• #152 Addison buses operate on Addison from Cumberland on the west to Lake Shore Drive on the east. For all games, additional service will be provided on the #152 Addison route as crowds warrant, starting two hours before game time and operating until one hour after games end.
• #80 Irving Park will have extra buses operating from the Irving Park Metra station to Irving Park/Broadway starting approximately two hours before game time.

Visit www.transitchicago.com/fares for more detailed information on rates of fare, how you can pay, and where fares may be purchased.

Bike Riders

The Cubs offer a free bike valet service for all Cubs home games in the alley just east of the main entrance to the CTA Red Line stop on Addison Street. The courtesy valet opens two hours prior to each regular season game’s scheduled start time, and closes one hour after the game ends. Fans are allowed to bring bicycle helmets into the park to be stored under their seat.

If you can’t ride a bike remember, Public Transportation is the best way to get to Wrigley Field.

Express Bus

Fans in the northwest and west suburbs can take Pace’s Wrigley Field Express Route nonstop to Wrigley Field.

Two routes take passengers directly to Wrigley Field from either the Hillside Pace Park-n-Ride (4898 Darmstadt Rd, Hillside, IL 60162) or Atrium Corporate Center Park-n-Ride (3800 W Golf Rd, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008). Riders can take advantage of free parking at both locations. Either route costs $4.50 each way per person. Riders may use their Ventra Card, personal contactless bankcard or cash (exact change is required).

The routes operate most night, weekend and holiday games as well as most games in June, July and August. There is no service to weekday afternoon games in April, May, September, or October. For more information, including locations, schedule and hours, visit http://www.pacebus.com/sub/espd/wrigley_field_express.asp.

History

Baseball executive Charles Weeghman hired his architect Zachary Taylor Davis to design the park, which was ready for baseball by the date of the home opener. The original tenants, the Chicago Whales (also called the Chi-Feds) came in second in the Federal League rankings and won the league championship.

The resourceful Weeghman formed a syndicate including the chewing gum manufacturer William Wrigley Jr. to buy the Chicago Cubs from Charles P. Taft for about $500,000. Weeghman immediately moved the Cubs from the dilapidated West Side Grounds to his two-year-old park. Wrigley acquired the controlling interest in the club and renamed the park “Wrigley Field”. As for construction – an upper deck was added and Bill Veeck, the son of the club president, planted ivy vines against the outfield walls.