Another Saturday night at Soldier Field awaits as the Chicago Fire stay home for a visit from the Philadelphia Union on the Club's annual Pride Night celebration at 7 p.m. CT.
Fans planning on attending the match will find key information on our 2021 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.
Check out additional highlights of the unique items and activations fans in attendance can expect throughout Saturday's experience at Soldier Field below.
#CHIvPHI MATCHDAY TIMELINE:
- 4:00 PM - Parking Lots and Fire Team Shop on the Waldron Deck open
- 5:30 PM - Stadium gates open
- 6:00 PM - Starting XI flags are raised outside Gate 6
- 7:00 PM - Kickoff against Philadelphia Union
PRIDE FLAG GIVEAWAY: The first 10,000 fans the enter the stadium will receive special Pride-themed flags to wave throughout the match as part of this weekend's celebration of June's LGBTQ+ Pride month. The Fire first team will additionally wear their "Love Unites" tops when entering the field for warmups, designed to celebrate diversity, promote equity in sport, and reinforce how the love of sport unites us all.
SECTION 8 CHICAGO PRIDERAISER: This month Section 8 Chicago is hosting a Prideraiser to benefit Brave Space Alliance, a Black and trans led LGBTQIA center located on the South Side of Chicago. Consider pledging to support this local organization with amount donated per Fire goal scored on Saturday against the Union.
TAILGATING IS BACK: At last, tailgating has returned to Soldier Field! Get there early, fire up your grills on the Waldron Deck and start your matchday the right way before we kickoff along the lakefront.
QUICK STRIKE 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. Kit customization will be available on-site as well.
STARTING XI FLAGS: Catch a new matchday tradition located outside Gate 6 on the south-west 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-FIELD FIREWORKS: Don’t miss the fireworks display on the field as the teams enter the pitch for kickoff!
MERCHANDISE DISCOUNT: All Fire merchandise available at Soldier Field will be buy one, get one half off for all fans through July 7. Merchandise will be available for sale outside the stadium on the Waldron Deck and inside the stadium at Section 150 and at the Quick Strike Market inside Gate 0.
ONLINE 50/50 RAFFLE: Reminder that Illinois residents can now participate in the Chicago Fire's 50/50 raffle online! Entry begins 24 hours before kickoff at Fire5050.com or within the CFFC Mobile App. Play for your chance to win while supporting the work of the Chicago Fire Foundation.
