32 Stadiums Tour – Stop #1: Chicago

Windy City Stadium

Our journey begins in Chicago, the iconic ‘Windy City,’ where our stadium tour officially takes flight. Known for its rich history, bold flavors, and passionate sports culture, Chicago sets the stage for everything to come. Before we step through the gates of our first stadium, let’s explore the spirit of the city and some of the adventures we’re aiming to capture along the way.

Local Must-Eats:

  • Deep-dish pizza – gooey, cheesy, layered perfection.

  • Chicago-style hot dog – “dragged through the garden,” no ketchup allowed.

  • Italian beef sandwich – dipped, messy, and delicious.

  • Garrett Mix popcorn – the perfect salty-sweet combo.

What’s on Tap

Chicago’s brewing culture is strong. From Goose Island to Revolution Brewing, there’s no shortage of great beers. And for the brave: take a shot of Malört, the city’s signature bitter liqueur that’s practically a rite of passage.

The Stadium Experience

  • Stadium: Soldier Field

  • Team: Chicago Bears

  • Vibe: Historic, passionate, and fiercely loyal.

Soldier Field is one of the NFL’s most iconic venues. Opened in 1924, it’s the oldest stadium in the league still in use, and its lakeside setting makes it stand out immediately. From the outside, you’ll notice the massive colonnades, a throwback to its original design, blended with a futuristic renovation that gave it its current look.

Inside, the stadium seats around 61,500 fans, making it one of the smallest in the NFL, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in intensity. Bears fans are loud and live for game day whether it’s 80° in September or -10° in December with the wind howling off Lake Michigan.

Game Day Traditions:

  • Tailgating kicks off early in the South Lot and Waldron Deck where people fill their belly with brats, Italian beef sandwiches and don’t forget beer.

  • The Bears fight song, “Bear Down, Chicago Bears,” rings through the stadium after every score.

  • The stadium offers one of the most dramatic backdrops in football, with the Chicago skyline on one side and Lake Michigan on the other. Looking forward to seeing that.

When the Bears take the field in their classic navy and orange, the energy feels less like a regular-season game and more like a neighborhood gathering of diehards who’ve been bleeding Bears football for generations. Let’s go!

Iconic City Stops

  • The Bean (Cloud Gate) – the classic Chicago selfie spot.

  • Willis Tower Skydeck – step out on the glass if you dare.

  • Navy Pier – rides, fireworks, and lake views.

  • The Chicago Riverwalk – perfect for strolling, sipping, and people-watching.

  • Wrigley Field – baseball or not, it’s a Chicago landmark.

Final Takeaway

Chicago is a city that does everything with attitude from the food that sticks with you, fans who never give up on their Bears, and landmarks that define a skyline. This stop on the 32 Stadiums Tour proves why Chicago is always a heavyweight on any traveler’s list.

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2025 Week 1 Recap

The Bills- Ravens clash came down to a wild finish that had fans on the edge of their seats. In Chicago, the Bears looked ready to celebrate until the Vikings stormed back in the fourth quarter to steal the win. And here’s a twist: every team on our tour list took an L this week. Three dropped their games at home, while the Dolphins fell on the road in Indianapolis.

Now, let’s shift from the scoreboard to the stands. Here are the Top 5 stadiums ranked by percentage filled in Week 1. Who’s going to claim the top spot next week?

Home team (stadium)

Reported attendance

Listed capacity

% Filled

Lucas Oil Stadium

64,065

63,000

101.69%

SoFi Stadium

71,346

70,240

101.57%

Lincoln Financial Field

69,879

69,176

101.02%

MetLife Stadium

83,253

82,500

100.91%

Mercedes-Benz Stadium

71,610

71,000

100.87%

Can you name the home teams stadium from the above list?

2025 Week 2 Schedule

Week Two is Here! 🏈
This Sunday, our eyes are on the teams we’ve lined up to visit this season. We’re hoping for great games, loud crowds, and unforgettable stadium vibes.

Are you heading to any Week Two match-ups? Share your experience with us, we’d love to hear your stories and maybe feature them!

32 Stadiums 2025 Schedule

Here’s the lineup of stadiums for our 2025 tour, mark your calendars, and we’ll see you in the stands!

September 19th to 22nd
Stadium: Soldier Field
Team: Chicago Bears
Price: $1727.60

October 11th to 14th
Stadium: Mercedes-Benz
Team: Atlanta Falcons
Price: $1101.40

November 21st to 24th
Stadium: Caesars Superdome
Team: New Orleans Saints
Price: $1131.80

December 19th to 22th
Stadium: Hard Rock
Team: Miami Dolphins
Price: $1227.40

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Whats Next?
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