Chicago Fire FC stadium update: What to expect at McDonald’s Park
· Yahoo Sports
By MLSsoccer staff
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Chicago Fire FC’s future home is taking shape.
With construction underway at McDonald’s Park, the club remain on track to open their privately funded, $750 million soccer-specific stadium in 2028.
Located at The 78 development in downtown Chicago’s South Loop, the venue will seat 22,000 fans and feature natural grass, a dedicated supporters’ section and a canopy designed to amplify crowd noise.
From construction milestones to matchday amenities, here’s what fans can expect.
How is construction progressing?
McDonald’s Park is already rising from the ground, with several major steps underway:
- Lower bowl: Concrete has been poured in nearly the entire lower bowl.
- Foundations: Installed throughout the site.
- Structural steel: Installation is set to begin soon.
- Opening: The stadium remains on track for a 2028 opening.
What will the stadium look like?
The design prioritizes proximity to the pitch, sightlines and atmosphere. Key features include:
- 22,000 seats, with increased capacity for concerts.
- Lower and upper seating bowls designed to keep fans close to the action.
- A dedicated supporters’ section purpose-built for safe standing.
- A canopy roof structure designed to enhance acoustics and amplify the crowd.
- A natural grass playing surface.
The stadium is also being designed to meet FIFA standards for international competition.
Other planned amenities
Chicago flavors will be part of the matchday experience, with hospitality partner Levy developing a food-and-beverage program featuring local offerings and partners.
Other planned amenities include:
- A dedicated team store.
- Private event spaces and programming on non-matchdays.
- Spaces that can host activities year-round.
Premium seating options
The Fire have unveiled three luxury hospitality experiences encompassing just 600 seats:
- Chairman’s Club: An invitation-only space for members and guests.
- Field Seats: Access to a private speakeasy and club, with views into the player tunnel and post-match press conference room.
- Loge Seats: A mini-suite experience for small groups, including all-inclusive food and select beverages, access to a private stadium level and a dedicated bar.
The luxury offerings also include heated seats in outdoor luxury spaces, access to climate-controlled indoor areas and chef-driven culinary programming. Architecture and design firm Gensler is helping develop the spaces, incorporating Chicago-inspired materials and finishes.
Ticket information
Additional details on ticketing, premium inventory and matchday experiences will be announced in the coming months.
Fans can visit DearChicago.com for stadium updates and information about seating options.