The season for 2021 Major League Baseball is here! April 1 was set for opening day, and even though the Cubs and White Sox played in empty stadiums in the previous year, both teams are returning to a full this year. Fans across Chicago will be able to watch this season’s game live from Wrigley Field in Lakeview and Guaranteed Rate Field in Bridgeport.
All stadiums have safety measures put in place, together with cashless concessions and retail, limited-contact entry and extra restrooms. There will be a limited capacity of 20% to commence the season with but both ballparks will possibly accept more fans as vaccination and recovery efforts keep on. Mask wearing will be compulsory.
Are you ready to play ball again Chicago? Whether you are rooting on the Cubbies or the Sox, here is hubub’s guide to every information you need to know to stay connected with this season’s baseball activities in Chi-Town.
Chicago Cubs
What to Expect at Wrigley Field this Season
Chicago Cubs started off the season on April 1 at the Wrigley Field with the complete season’s schedule available now online. Throughout the season, the stadium has also implemented guidelines to keep fans safe which includes opening of gates 90 minutes prior to the first pitch to allow for time entry through mobile tickets, accompanied by a new touch-less screening process. Masks are compulsory and all concessions are now cashless. Seating will be physically distanced and limited-capacity, pod-style for groups of one to four.
Where to Purchase Chicago Cubs Tickets
Tickets are expected to go on sale on rolling basis for each homestand this year. Tickets are currently on sale to the public for the first waves. Tickets are limited and are accessible in groups of up to four people. If you are searching for an exclusive way to watch the game, you can presently gain access to the Wrigley Rooftops by making a reservation. Cub Fans can again secure spots in the stadium with season tickets by signing up to the Season Ticket Holder Waiting List.
Where to Eat/Drink Around Wrigley Field
Restaurants in the city are currently open for both indoor and outdoor dining with limited capacity to keep visitors comfortable and safe. Wrigley restaurants like Smoke Daddy, Big Star, Cozy Noodles & Rice, Swift & Sons Tavern, Lucky’s Sandwich Co. and more serve sumptuous meals and they will all be open to keep your stomachs filled up. You can also check out fans favourite spots Murphy’s Bleachers, Gman Taven and Sluggers World Class Sports Bar and Dueling Pianos.
Chicago White Sox
What to Expect at Guaranteed Rate Field this Season
Chicago White Sox will start off the season on April 8 and the team is devoted to Playing It Safe at Guaranteed Rate Field throughout the season. Measures such as Compulsory Mask Wearing, Enforced Physical Distancing Practices of at least 6 feet, Cashless Transactions, Pre-assigned parking spots connected to your ticket and Enhanced cleaning have been put in place.
How to Purchase Chicago White Sox Tickets
For die-hard Sox fans, season tickets are available now to purchase. Mobile ticketing will allow contactless entry into the ballpark, with seats sold and dispersed in pods. Although there will not be immediate availability of single-game tickets, you can get multi-game packs for 10, 20, or 40 games. For latest updates on White Sox tickets this season, sign up to White Sox 2021 Ticket Availability Alert list.
Where to Eat/Drink Around Guaranteed Rate Field
There are numerous White Sox Bars scattered around town to eat and drink from. Celebrate before or after the game at Mitchell’s Tap, one of the unique bars which boasts a spacious patio with picnic tables, happy hours specials and rotating beers situated in the ballpark’s Bridgeport neighborhood. Cork and Kerry’s Irish-inspired bar food is also worth checking out if you are a lover of Irish food. ChiSox Bar & Grill located at Gate 5 is open to White Sox fans, with or without a ticket. Restaurants in town are currently open for both indoor and outdoor dining with limited capacity to keep visitors comfortable and safe
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