Chicago Fire FC completes a three-match homestand on Sunday evening when long-time Club rivals Columbus Crew SC visit Soldier Field for a 5 p.m. kickoff along the lakefront.
Fans planning on attending the match can find the latest information on health and safety protocols as well as parking and directions to Soldier Field here:
- HEALTH AND SAFETY: Click here to visit our Soldier Field Stadium Guide to view all the information needed to make your trip a smooth one, including the latest updates on our 2021 health and safety protocols, stadium entry policies, and more. Fans who are vaccinated are no longer required to wear masks.
- PARKING AND DIRECTIONS: Click here to view parking information and directions to Soldier Field by car, public transportation, or rideshare.
- CLEAR BAG POLICY: NO bags will be permitted in the stadium other than clear bags not exceeding 12” x 12”, 6” or smaller, ADA/medical bags and manufactured diaper bags.
Among several unique pregame and in-match festivities, Sunday's match will present fans in attendance with a pair of opportunities to get their hands on items emblazoned with the Club's brand new crest. Additional highlights of the unique items and activations fans in attendance can expect throughout Sunday evening's experience at Soldier Field are below:
#CHIvCLB MATCHDAY TIMELINE:
- 2:00 PM - Parking Lots and Burnham Downs open
- 3:30 PM - Stadium gates open
- 4:00 PM - Starting XI flags are raised outside Gate 6
- 5:00 PM - Kickoff against Columbus Crew SC
NEW CREST FLAGS:
Sunday's match against Columbus includes a giveaway of flags featuring the Club's brand new crest for the first 10,000 fans in attendance at Soldier Field. Get into the stadium early and grab one of your own!
NEW CREST VENDING MACHINES:
Inside Soldier Field in section 120, 138 and 210 (adjacent to the Season Ticket kiosks), fans will find special vending machines stocked with buttons featuring the Club's new crest.
BURNHAM DOWNS:
Burnham Downs, the Fire's all-new pre-match tailgate outside Soldier Field’s southwest entrance, opens up three hours prior to kickoff on Sunday. The space includes various fan-focused activities, with Fire merchandise, food, soft drinks, beer and other beverages, available for purchase. Burnham Downs is free and open to the public and will provide fun and games for all remaining home games. Here's what fans can expect to see at Burnham Downs on matchday.
- Games: Test your soccer skills at the speed shot station or try to improve your hand-eye coordination at the reaction game.
- Food: Throughout the year various local vendors and food trucks will be spotlighted showcasing the many diverse eats around the city. On Sunday, Pizza Puff will be on-location providing samples to fans.
- Live Art: Local artist Damon Lamar Reed will be on site creating a piece in real time. Swing by to check out his creation.
- Live Music: DJ Archi will be on-hand providing the atmosphere for our pregame festivities.
- Heineken Airstream Bar: For fans 21-and-over, head over the new Heineken Airstream Bar for an ice-cold Heineken as you countdown to kickoff. Heineken will additionally be on-site with samples of Heineken 0.0.
- Heineken x Sentrock 360 camera: Take a 360 degree photo in a custom designed stadium seat created by local artist Sentrock.
- EA Sports FIFA: Head over to test your FIFA skills and take on opponents prior to the Fire match.
STARTING XI FLAGS:
Catch a new matchday tradition located outside Gate 6 on the southwest side of Soldier Field. Happening prior to every match, join Fire PA announcer Tico Fernandez and shout the players last names as the flags are raised 60 minutes before kickoff.
ON THE CONCOURSE:
Once inside Soldier Field on Sunday, fans can listen to music by DJ Jay Cabrera at the Dr. Pepper Patio, and visit the photo booth, foosball tables, FIFA 21 stations and Sparky’s playhouse in the stadium's South Courtyard.
QUICKSTRIKE MARKET:
An all-new way to grab exclusive, autographed Fire merchandise, match-worn gear, and more can be found at the Quickstrike Market at Soldier Field. Check it out it inside Gate 0 on your way into the match. New for this homestand are pins featuring the Club's new crest, which you can find not only at Quick Strike Market, but also in the United Club and Section 129, where you can get your photo taken with a larger than life sculpture of the logo. Kit customization will be available at Quickstrike as well.
MERCHANDISE:
A merchandise stand has been added to the concourse in section 128. Fans can now purchase in section 128 and section 150 on the Mezzanine Concourse, and in the South Courtyard at the Quick Strike Market. All merchandise is now 50% off.
