It’s an incredible time to be a Chicago sports fan. Almost all of the city’s iconic sports teams are still playing, whether the season is just kicking off or the playoffs are heating up.
Come cheer on the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Cubs, Chicago Bears, Chicago Blackhawks, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Starsand the Chicago Fire. Plus, check out unique sports experience like stadium tours and an interactive sports museum.
Chicago sports bucket list
If you’re looking to get in on the action this fall, check out this bucket list for sports fans in the country’s Best Big City.
top sports events in Chicago this fall
- Cheer on the Chicago Blackhawks as they start their season by squaring up against one of their top rivals, the St. Louis Blues. (Oct. 6)
- The Bank of America Chicago Marathon draws elite and amateur runners from all over the world, plus more than one million spectators. (Oct. 11)
- The Chicago Bulls face off against the reigning champs, the New York Knicks, at the United Center. (Oct. 28)
- Join the Chicago Fire for Fan Appreciation night as they play their last home match of the year at Soldier Field. (Oct. 28)
Root for the White Sox in the playoffs
Chicago White Sox fans have been blessed (by Pope Leomaybe?) with an unbelievable season of baseball, leading up to their sweep of the Houston Astros during the Wild Card Series. Now, the White Sox are facing off against the Cleveland Guardians in the American League Division Series.
The Sox will play a crucial Game 3 on Wednesday, Oct. 7 as they continue their historic post-season push. Tickets for games at Rate Field are in high demand, and fans will be packed into bars on the South Side and beyond.
Chicago White Sox fall schedule
Feel the race-day energy of the Chicago Marathon
Cheer on elite athletes and first-time runners during the Bank of America Chicago Marathon on Sunday, Oct. 11.
Each year, the Chicago Marathon draws more than 50,000 runners to the streets of Chicago, attracted by the famously flat and fast course. For spectators, that means a chance to watch world records get shattered.
The 26.2-mile course starts in Grant Park, runs through 29 Chicago neighborhoods, then veers back toward the lakefront for an iconic finish-line celebration.
Check out the best spots to watch the Chicago Marathonincluding official cheer zones and neighborhood celebrations.
Cheer on the Chicago Bears
The Chicago Bears are bringing the energy to the lakefront this fall. After last year’s electric season, fans are eagerly anticipating every home game this year.
If you’re heading to Soldier Field, make sure to get there early to tailgate outside the stadium. It’s a longtime tradition for Chicago Bears fans and the perfect way to kick off game day.
When the Bears are away, sports fans can still experience Soldier Field through stadium tours that include the south courtyard, visitors’ locker room and interview room, the skyline suite, colonnades, and the field.
Get tickets to an upcoming home game or cheer on the team at official Chicago Bears bars — though every bar in Chicago feels like a Bears bar on game day.
Chicago Bears home schedule
See a game at the iconic United Center
The United Center is one of Chicago’s most iconic sports venues, home to two legendary teams: the Chicago Bulls and Chicago Blackhawks.
The Blackhawks kick off their season on Oct. 6 with a face-off against the rival St. Louis Blues, while the Bulls have their first home game on Oct. 24 against the Washington Wizards.
While you’re there, be sure to snap a photo with the gravity-defying Michael Jordan statue inside the arena’s atrium.
Chicago Bulls home schedule
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Chicago Blackhawks home schedule
- Tuesday, Oct. 6: Chicago Blackhawks vs. St. Louis Blues
- Sat, Oct. 10: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Carolina Hurricanes
- Tue, Oct. 13: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
- Thu, Oct. 15: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Winnipeg Jets
- Sat, Oct. 17: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Dallas Stars
- Fri, Oct. 23: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Montreal Canadiens
- Sun, Oct. 25: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Florida Panthers
- Tue, Oct. 27: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Los Angeles Kings
- Monday, Nov. 2: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Colorado Avalanche
- Thursday, Nov. 12: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Buffalo Sabres
- Saturday, Nov. 14: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Winnipeg Jets
- Tue, Nov. 17: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
- Thursday, Nov. 19: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Columbus Blue Jackets
- Friday, Nov. 27: Chicago Blackhawks vs. New York Rangers
- Sun, Nov. 29: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Minnesota Wild
Find more Chicago Blackhawks home games.
Catch a soccer match
After the excitement of this summer’s World Cup celebrations, there’s still a bit more soccer to experience this year.
The Chicago Fire play their home games at Soldier Field, joined by legions of loyal fans. Check out the Section 8 Chicago tailgatethen join the official fan march into the stadium before the match.
In Evanston, the Chicago Stars take the field at Martin Stadium on the lakefront Northwestern Campus. Take the CTA Red Line to the Purple Line and catch the last two games of the season.
Chicago Fire home schedule
Chicago Stars home schedule
Check out the Chicago Sports Museum
The Chicago Sports Museum is an essential stop for any Chicago sports fan. Located on The Magnificent Mile, this interactive space is filled with game-used items, immersive exhibits, and virtual-reality experiences.
Guests are invited to test their vertical leap against Michael Jordan, try on the largest Super Bowl ring ever made, and see the city’s largest collection of 2016 Cubs World Series memorabilia.
Afterward, grab a bite to eat at Harry Caray’s 7th Inning Stretchwhich is covered with photographs from Harry Caray’s private collection and authentic sports memorabilia.
Tour a historic stadium
While the season might be over for the Chicago Cubs, sports fans can still get a look inside iconic Wrigley Field.
The historic stadium, the second-oldest in the country, offers behind-the-scenes tours all year long. Get a close-up look at the seating bowl, bleachers, outfield ivy, press box, visiting clubhouse, dugout, and field. It’s a bucket-list experience for all baseball fans — even if you’re currently rooting for the Sox.
Source: www.choosechicago.com
