Chicago Fire FC are back at Soldier Field for a second-straight weekend as they prepare to host CF Montréal this Saturday at 12 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 Safe home page and view all the information needed to make your trip a smooth one, including details on our 2021 health and safety protocols, mask guidelines, stadium entry policies, and more.
- 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.
#CHIvMIA MATCHDAY TIMELINE:
- 10:00 AM - Parking Lots and Fire Team Shops open outside Gate 0 and Gate 47
- 10:30 AM - Stadium gates open
- 11:00 AM - Starting XI flags are raised outside Gate 7
- 12:00 AM - Kickoff against CF Montréal
ROBERT BERIĆ POSTER GIVEAWAY: As part of this weekend's matchday festivities, the first 5,000 fans in the building can snag a Robert Berić poster on their way into the stadium for the match. 20 random copies of the poster will even be autographed by the Slovenian striker himself! Fans can secure their poster at their gate upon entry to Soldier Field, so get in early on Saturday to make sure you get a copy of your own. Gates are set to open at 10:30 a.m. CT.
PRIMEBLUE JERSEYS MADE FROM PARLEY OCEAN PLASTIC: The Club will debut their adidas PRIMEBLUE kits on Saturday, as one of the many ways the MLS raises awareness of environmental issues and helps to create sustainable communities as part of MLS WORKS’ year-long Greener Goals initiative. PRIMEBLUE is a high-performance yarn made with 50% Parley Ocean Plastic – upcycled waste intercepted on shorelines and coastal areas, preventing it from polluting our oceans. To launch the jersey, the Fire collaborated with Soldier Field neighbors, Shedd Aquarium.
PRIMEBLUE JERSEY AUCTION: An online auction of player-worn and autographed PRIMEBLUE jerseys from the entire first-team roster will be available to bid on with proceeds benefitting the Chicago Fire Foundation’s P.L.A.Y.S. Program. Fans can click here or text “JERSEY” to 76278 to bid.
STARTING XI FLAGS: Catch a new matchday tradition located outside Gate 7 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.
WAVE YOUR FLAG: Flags will be safely placed in your seat for you to wave and show your support when the team enters the pitch, scores, and wins! Fans are encouraged to bring back their flag from previous matches to wave for the celebratory moments.
MERCHANDISE DISCOUNT: All Fire merchandise available at Soldier Field will be 25% off for all fans on May 29. Merchandise will only be available for sale outside the stadium at Gate 0 near the Waldron Deck and Gate 47 on McFetridge Dr so fans are encouraged to make their purchase before entering or after the match.
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.
PROTOCOLS:
- To expedite entrance and minimize touch points between security and fans, 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.
- Fans will be required to enter through their assigned gates. All odd numbered gates are on the west side of the stadium and even numbers on the east side of the stadium.
- All children ages two and older require a ticket to gain admission to stadium events. For children under two, lap passes should be picked up at the Gate 10 ticket office.
- All fans, ages two and older, must always wear a facial covering over their nose and mouth – except while actively eating and drinking in their designated seating pods. No exceptions will be made to the mask requirement. Fans must socially distance themselves at all times, and as such, are encouraged to enjoy the game from their seating pod with the exception of visiting concessions or restroom.
- Fans can only use the designated concession stands and restrooms in their respective zones. All zones will be physically separated. All lines will follow proper line spacing and queuing.
- After the conclusion of the game, fans will be dismissed by their rows messaged on the video board and public address. All fans will exit the stadium using the same gate in which they entered.
