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    3.6 (512 reviews)
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    karina k.

    It would be great to have a better walkway from where you park to get to the actual stadium. Otherwise, I like the historical memorabilia, and the fact that it honors soldiers.

    Leslie C.

    I really enjoyed my first visit to this stadium to watch a Chicago Fire soccer game. Every seat seems like a good view. Really fun ambiance. Lots of fire effects and good music. The concessions were delicious too. Mr. Beef sandwiches were excellent. Serious security. They went through my clear bag thoroughly twice and scanned me with their wand. I love the location. I took a nice walk along Lake Michigan afterwards. I look forward to attending more events here.

    Matt H.

    This August I attended both a Bears preseason game and the My Chemical Romance concert, and I enjoyed myself thoroughly at both events. That said, I have some takeaways and lessons learned. First off, security was a breeze for both events. I got to the game at least an hour before kickoff and didn't have to slow my pace to basically walk through the magnetometers. I know, depending on when you arrive, depending on how the team is doing, who the opponent is, and how the weather is would all affect this, but I wouldn't expect terrible lines unless you plan poorly. I arrived to the concert while the opener was playing and similarly walked in with ease. (If you're the type to rush for merch, maybe you'll fight a crowd, but hey, they were selling merch outside of the venue as well as inside). I'm sure it's been said before, but get yourself a clear bag if you need to pack something in (sunscreen, a sweatshirt, hand sani). And just play it cool and positive! The one moment I got stopped was when a security staffer wanted to know where they could get a coat like the one my girlfriend was wearing (basement of Macy's, you can find steals and deals). Food and drink is going to be at a premium price for less than premium quality, but anytime you're in a stadium of any kind, you're experiencing something! The buzz, the excitement, that elevated existence comes with elevated prices. There are traditional counter service vendors, the walking vendors, and various self-service areas. Just know that whatever drink you buy, they will open it or make you open it immediately. If it's a bottle, you have to toss the cap out. (I'm sure this is to reduce the chance of something being thrown, and if something IS thrown, then the damage it causes is reduced to mostly wet people as opposed to potential head injuries). With seats on the field for the concert, this went one step further and bottled beverages had to be poured into open cups. Lesson learned however: BRING IN A SODA BOTTLE CAP OF YOUR OWN! That way you can fill up with water and not worry about spilling all over yourself. Facilities were as clean as expected, vendors were all friendly. The worst part of both experiences is a common knock on Soldier Field and a common knock on many concerts/sporting events: getting out. At least at a game, people may toss the towel and dip out early, but at a concert, everyone is going to hang on until it's clear no more music is coming. And then that mass of humanity has to shuffle out in a smooth and orderly fashion. As if. Getting out after the My Chem show, there was a shocking volume of bodies all moving in the same direction even outside of the stadium (I may have climbed a wall and hopped a railing to pass a bottleneck...), and even a mile out, there were still pockets of us ambling about. So maybe those parking passes might be worth it?

    Dan T.

    We spent some time in Chicago Ill recently. As a football fan (though not a Chicago Bears fan) I couldn't resist making a visit to Soldier Field. Even on a non-gameday... Perched proudly on the edge of Lake Michigan, just south of the shimmering glass and steel of downtown Chicago... Soldier Field stands not merely as a stadium, but as a monument to American grit and sporting legend. As you walk around the stadium, you'll notice the contrast between the original row of columns (a nod to its 1920s heritage) and the modern renovations completed sometime in the early 2000s. Whether you love or hate the updated design it's visually striking... The stadium, originally known as Grant Park Municipal Stadium, was renamed Soldier Field in 1925 in honor of the men and women of the armed forces. The Veterans Memorial Wall, near the stadium's base, brings a moment of quiet reverence. Names etched in granite. Flags snapping in the wind. It's a reminder that this stadium stands not just for entertainment, but in remembrance... Soldier Field is a tribute... To history. To heartbreak. To heroism. To a city that bleeds navy and orange, with a skyline in its chest and a lake at its feet...

    Brad G.

    'So come up with me, I'll take you high. That Prima donna spice up your life. You know I got that sh that you like. So come up with me, run up, uh, JUMP!' Blackpink in your Soldier Field Area! I've seen Bp in a hockey rink, an NBA arena, and now a football stadium. I suspect the next Blackpink tour will be in space. Any who, let's talk about Soldier Field. I was excited to see Blackpink again, but I was also excited to check out Soldier Field. It's not a place I've been or a place I'll ever go since I'm not a Bears fan. (Steelers for life). When it comes to NFL stadiums, I've been to a few(Indy, Cincinnati, Nashville, Pittsburgh, Detroit). And now Chicago... and it's probably for the best that they're moving to a new stadium sooner rather than later. It's fine, and I'm sure it serves its purpose well, but you can definitely tell it's dated. That old feel does add a certain historic charm to the place, but in this situation, I'm not jaded by that history. To be one of the major markets in the US, and sit right next to the city and Lake Michigan, you would expect magnificent. You can't even get to the place easily. It's a bit over a mile walk from the train, even. That part wasn't a huge deal because we walked in, but even the parking seemed lacking. Security seemed to be all over the place. One thing to note if you're visiting for a concert. Check their bag policy. They're super strict and won't let you in. They'll send you around to the lockers, which are south of the stadium. If you're entering on the north side and have to utilize the lockers, you're going to be walking an extra 2 miles before you make it into the venue. Another oddity for us was that they had part of the concourse closed. So walking in... we could've been in our seats in 5 minutes. Instead, we had to walk around the concourse to the other side(about 15 minutes) before we reached our section. Aside from that, the self-checkout concessions were awesome. The place was clean, and the staff was ready to answer any questions and direct you if needed. I'd likely attend another concert here, but if the touring act visits another city or venue in proximity, I'd opt for the other venue/city.

    AC/DC performing on May 24th, 2025
    Eric S.

    MISTAKE BY THE LAKE, PART 2 As much as I love Chicago and da Bears, their move to Arlington Heights can't happen soon enough. My wife and I saw AC/DC perform at Soldier Field on Memorial Day weekend, and it was a lot of fun. Though she'd never been here before, this was my fourth time (Bears preseason game, Guns N Roses concert, Spring Awakening 2014) and it was everything I had come to expect. First off, a seating capacity of only 61,000 people is woefully inadequate when talking about one of the largest media markets in the country. As a matter of fact, Chicago's very own Soldier Field is now that SMALLEST stadium in the NFL! No wonder fans can hardly attend games -- demand is so high and supply so meager. The stadium is incredibly easy to find yet almost impossible to get to, unless you live on a boat in Lake Michigan. The nearest CTA stop is Roosevelt, more than a mile from Soldier Field and a 20 minute walk. Your other option is to pay upwards of $50 to park nearby, or (maybe) have an Uber drop you off. There was a heavy security presence and entry to the concert was fairly smooth. However, exiting the stadium was a total nightmare. A massive pedestrian bottleneck formed trying to cross over the Metra tracks, and it must've taken us 15 minutes JUST to get onto the ramp. After that, it was another 15-20 minute walk to our car in drizzling rain. Don't even get me started on the douchebag vendor. Despite advertising Blue Moon in 16oz cans, the first beer vendor we encountered said "nah we don't sell that", okay we'll settle for a Coors Light then. When we added a (conventional) tip of $1/beer he sarcastically shouted "ooohhh BIG tippers here, we got some BIIIIIIG tippers tonight!" Like are you fucking kidding me dude?? How about NO TIP next time with that scornful attitude. Never in my life have I seen such rudeness from a stadium employee. * TL;DR * Review updates aren't usually my bag, I just had to vent about what I consider one of the WORST stadiums I've ever been to (probably 19th out of 19). Worst facilities, worst vendors, worst logistics to get in/out, worst exposure to the elements, and definitely worst aesthetics. Plopping a glass and steel monstrosity on top of a revered historical structure was colossally stupid. Some people think the U.F.O looks cool, but I think it looks hideous, a blight on an otherwise beautiful lakefront landscape. Tear down the modern garbage, leave the original WW2 structure and turn Soldier Field into a museum or something. The people of Chicago deserve better than this.

    Joneice B.

    I have only attended soldier field for concerts. To be very specific only for Beyoncé concerts. I love that this facility is off the lake and you get the massive views of downtown. I really want to attend a sporting event here and will be really bummed if Da Bear leave. This field is really a historic treasure. It is one of the oldest stadiums in the country and I really do need to get back to see additional events here. As mentioned on both occasions, I was here to see Beyoncé, once for Renaissance and lastly for cowboy Carter. Each time I sat on completely opposite sides of the field. The first time I was in the lower 400s which was kind of far, but would probably be decent for a football game. The second time I sat at the club level in section 316 and that was really nice. I thought we had a little bit more room over there and also it was nice having an easier access to the concession stands. I will also say it was a lot easier getting out from the 300 level as opposed to the 400 level just because of where they were located for the club seats. All in all, this is a super nice stadium but getting here is semi hard because it's a good mile walk from CTA train and then also just getting through the park is somewhat an obstacle, especially if there's a festival being set up. There are plenty of bicycle taxis that will take your money and get you there so you could always use that option. On both occasions that I went traffic was really closed down and you're only option. Was the bicycle or your feet. I will also note that they do have those rent a bikes that are nearby the stadium so you could also ride one of those into there. just no guarantee that a bike is going to be available after your event is Over

    Our view from our seats
    Tiffany S.

    This venue was the destination that kicked off my friend and I's Chicago trip planning - we got to see Blackpink live! Both of us aren't die-hard BLINKs, but the chance to see them in person (and reunite after a while) was too good to pass up. Our original LA concert plans flopped (I was ready to pull every connection card I had), but Chicago became our perfect Plan B. Location: Right off Lake Shore Dr, this place screamed "Roman Coliseum vibe" - towering, massive, and definitely built for spectacle. Getting there: Unless you live in South Loop, this is a "wear comfortable shoes and thank yourself later" situation. My friend and I stayed at an Airbnb nearby... and we still clocked a solid 30-45 minute walk. As for parking? Unless you like traffic jams... Atmosphere: Electric, lively, and loud - pure ddu-du ddu-du energy. Even as casual fans, we were swept in a magical sea of pink light sticks and buzzing excitement. The visuals and audio were crisp - no "tiny ant" stage views here. The fireworks synced to certain songs? Incredible. Merch: An hour-long wait (aka more standing), but worth it - I fulfilled my K-pop dream of purchasing a light stick that doubles as an emergency flashlight. Food/drinks: Didn't try any, but the stands looked like your classic stadium fare: beer, hot dogs, burgers. Nothing Blackpink-themed or unique. Service: The only "interaction" was a lightning-fast ticket scan, and we were in. Price: Technically "free" after paying for your tickets (so... not free, but let's pretend). Would I return? If the stars align and I find myself in Chicago again with another must-see artist on the lineup who's performing at this stadium? Sure thing.

    Rachel L.

    I used to live walking distance to Soldier Field, and at that time I had a love/hate relationship with the place.... Because I could hear concerts in my apartment if I opened the window. Cool sometimes. Real annoying sometimes. But overall, after attending several events, I like it. It's clean, easy to navigate. Prices are over the top and it stinks getting there via public transit or parking. Brings in some good shows, but I wouldn't go out of my way to see someone there unless I really loved them.

    Lorri P.

    First time here for a Bears game and it was fabulous! Easy drive into the stadium. Easy parking at the white lot, close to the gates, security was easy to navigate through. Staff were friendly and polite! Beautiful stadium too! Well kept!

    Stephanie L.

    I came here for the Beyoncé cowboy Carter concert. I loved the fact that parking was easy and attached to the stadium which saved us from a ton of walking. Getting in was easy and no fuss at all. The venue was PACKED! I mean, not that I was surprised, I mean we are talking about thee Beyoncé....... This was the opening show in Chicago and boy did the Beyhive show up and showed out. That being said, they could have worked on organization a bit more. With so many people in one place it was really hot. The ac should had been on Antarctica! People were on top of each other because it was storming out, but we survived. I really wish they would have had a SirDavis setup like they did in LA. But, they had many bars and food available for purchase. Despite it being really packed, the restrooms were clean and well maintained. It was a nightmare trying to find our seats, the crowd was just too big. It would have helped if there were staff directing the people traffic. The seats are extremely uncomfortable and tight. But, it was all worth it! Beyoncé put on a phenomenal show, and I'd do it all over again! Soldier Field is an open stadium so keep that in mind. It states that soldier field could seat 61,500 people and there was not an empty seat in site.

    BLACKPINK at Soldier Field!
    Lisa S.

    Thus place is a Chicago icon and where many artists dream of performing. I went here recently for the Black Pink concert and the venue did not disappoint. My only gripe about this place is that it is VERY hard to get an uber home. There should be designated uber pick up areas like the airport. Other than that, it's a great venue.

    Fabian L.

    The best place ever!!! When the bears play its like no other! Can't wait to get back!

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    Ask the Community - Soldier Field

    Can I smoke cigarettes at a concert?

    There's a smoking area across from the concessions that's pretty large where people go to look at the lake and skyline so yes. Maybe officially it's just for vaping (I don't smoke) but lots of people were smoking lots of things without consequence.

    Does soldier field have a box office on where to purchase tickets? If so what time do they open and what days are they open?

    Box office is on south side of stadium across from gate 0.

    Can you bring outside food into the stadium?

    No they don't allow that

    Taking young kids to their first concert here and hear they close off traffic for an hour post concert and you need to walk at least a mile to the designated car service area. Anyone know a way to get picked up close to solider field?

    Any Ubers or taxis get stopped before the bridge, so it's impossible to get closer unless you drive and park in the parking lot for Soldier Field.

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