NBC Chicago he Chicago Cubs are getting set for their home opener on Thursday afternoon at Wrigley Field, and after two years of COVID mitigations and regulations at sporting venues, some fans may be wondering whether there are any additional protocols in place at the Friendly Confines. The Cubs will also divide the ballpark into 20 zones, or "neighborhoods" as Kenney phrased it. Fans at Cubs Convention got a good look at the results of the past two years of work overhauling the Minors system, as roughly half of Chicago's Top 30 Prospects list was in attendance. Whats the best way to get to Wrigley Field? Gates open approximately two hours before first pitch. Thats really up to you and your wallet. Fans can sign up for email updates to be notified if service returns. Make sure measures are in place to control your occupancy count- we encourage you to use a Day passes which are available only in the Ventra app cost $6 or $10, depending on distance traveled. SHOPPING. About Levy at Wrigley Rooftops: Located across the street from Wrigley Field are the Wrigley Rooftops. The Cubs unveiled a new Hall of Fame at Wrigley Field on Thursday, including the plaques of 56 former players, managers, broadcasters and executives. A negative test result must be from a PCR test taken no more than 72 hours before the game or an antigen test taken no more than 24 hours before the game. How will the bleacher seats work?In the main section of the ballpark, seats can be tied to keep fans to their assigned pod seats. "So, no one has more incentive than we do to do this safely. Observe COVID-19 safety rules; . Consumption on Premises and Tavern licensees can sell incidental packaged goods and Out of respect for other guests and Wrigley Field associates, all guests will: Prohibited actions on Cubs property include, but is not limited to, the following: All guests must comply with the Guest Code of Conduct. When the Cubs unveil Hall of Fame pitcher Fergie Jenkins statue in May, the statues of Ernie Banks, Santo and Williams also will be moved to Gallagher Way. premises clean. . Fans will be able to leave their wallet, keys and phone in their pockets and the magnetometer's will be wide enough to allow multiple fans in at once. Payments can be made via credit card, debit card or mobile wallet. Fans can also use the MLB Ballpark app to make purchases, including ordering food and beverages to their seats. CHICAGO (WLS) -- Mayor Lori Lightfoot is giving hope to baseball fans in Chicago, saying she thinks there will be fans in the stands at Wrigley and Guaranteed Rate fields at some point this. With the move to full capacity, Wrigleys gates will now open two hours before first pitch. fewer. Will fans have to go through a health screening upon entry?No, but the Cubs are asking fans not to come to the ballpark if they are not feeling well. Our touchless screening processdoes notrequire you to remove items such as mobile phones, wallets and keys before passing through the metal detector. The city of Chicago removed both its proof-of-vaccination and mask requirements in late February, and even as cases slowly inch upward, there has been no indication that either requirement will be put back into force. Reverse ATMs are stationed at the ballpark to convert cash to a card for purchases at Wrigley or elsewhere. About Levy at Wrigley Field : From the stadium to the head table, Levy leverages unbridled creativity, custom strategies, impeccable service, and true love for great food to create unforgettable . Maintains product cost and labor cost according to budget. Keep items with you when walking through the metal detector during our touchless entry process. City Council voted Wednesday to approve the Sept. 16 Guns N' Roses concert. The gates will open at least 90 minutes before first pitch and fans will have a timed entry and assigned entry (and exit) gate. The Cubs will begin at 60% capacity or about 25,000 fans at Wrigley Field on May 28 against the Reds. The three-story building will be open year-round and will feature an open-air rooftop deck. The roster has a lot of new faces (hello, Marcus Stroman and Seiya Suzuki), but a lot around the ballpark hasnt changed, except maybe the size of the bag you can bring in. Public indoor areas at Wrigley Field include restrooms, elevators, retail spaces, premier clubs and enclosed entrances and hallways. Chicago, IL. With COVID-19 cases on the rise in young adults between the ages of 18 to 29. According to the teams website.there are not. Please note that this is subject to change at any time. We are one of the most unique professional sports experiences in the country. Just like you do at grocery stores, youll bring your five items, youll put them on a tray, it will scan immediately and tell you what it is you just purchased, Kenney explained in an interview with the Tribune. City enforcement that will continue through the season. individual. Beginning Friday, August 20, the Chicago Department of Public Health is requiring everyone over the age of 2, regardless of vaccination status, to wear a face covering in public indoor settings, unless actively eating or drinking. ** \nThe Cubs will be following cleaning guidelines set forth by the country's leading health organizations. The Cubs unveiled a new Hall of Fame at Wrigley Field on Thursday, including the plaques of 56 former players, managers, broadcasters and executives. Fans can order from their seats and then head to pick up items. Adjacent routes include Nos. SPORTS. And this year, the team will have an exchange policy for fans who are unable to attend a game due to illness.\n\n**How will concessions and retail be handled? Sanitation will take place throughout games and again after games. A Hall of Fame debuted in August with a tiered system of recognition that can range from a statue outside Wrigley to a retired number, a name on a flag or a plaque in the Hall of Fame located beneath the left-field bleachers. "Baseball is here, but do not let your guard down.". your responsibility to be a "good neighbor" to the residents and businesses in your community. The club has also partnered with Venuetize to help with mobile ordering, which will be available in the MLB Ballpark app. cocktails-to go until 1:00 am. The rules of replying: Be respectful. For rainouts and game rescheduling, specific information will be provided to the email used to purchase tickets on a case-by-case basis. These types of bags if 16 by 16 by 8 inches or smaller are permitted: Can I bring an umbrella into Wrigley Field? MAIL. Mobile tickets can be scanned upon entry, and the team will even have self-scanning ticket pedestals at each gate. be spaced so that patrons are six feet away from patrons at other tables. The organization also leaned on its medical team, medical leaders from MLB and sought guidance from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the Illinois Department of Public Health and the Chicago Department of Public Health. The Chicago Cubs are getting set for their home opener on Thursday afternoon at Wrigley Field, and after two years of COVID mitigations and regulations at sporting venues, some fans may be wondering whether there are any additional protocols in place at the Friendly Confines. The club has also partnered with Venuetize to help with mobile ordering, which will be available in the MLB Ballpark app. fewer, with tables spaced so that patrons are six feet away from patrons at other tables. Tickets in the fully vaccinated area may not be resold or otherwise distributed to individuals not associated with the ticket purchaser. "Almost everything [fans] know about Wrigley Field is going to be different this year," Kenney said. How much is parking and where is the best spot? and are required to report all illegal activity by calling 911. Each ticket zone will have designated restrooms. All rights reserved, Illinois' Assault Weapons Ban Faces 1st Lawsuit With Emergency Hearing, Hundreds of Plaintiffs, He Hit the Gas': Wicker Park Tow Ends With Guns Drawn, Driver on Hood of Truck, Thousands of Cook County Homeowners Could Be Getting a Refund. We will respond to your request as soon as possible. Join us to watch your current and future Cubs kick off the 2023 season at Sloan Park! STOP ALCOHOL SERVICE TO INTOXICATED PERSONS. 152 Addison or 80 Irving Park. Charter buses can operate at the lesser of 50% capacity or 50 people. You put your credit card in and you walk away. Temporary. That's just days after baseball fans return to Wrigley Field Thursday with 20% allowed back inside. The crispy pork are strips hand-breaded, are served with sides of Japanese barbecue sauce and cabbage-and-carrot slaw (Melissa Ferrara / Chicago Cubs). SEARCH. The latest regulations can be found at Chicago.gov/reopening. CHICAGO (WLS) -- Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced Monday that fans can return to Guaranteed Rate Field and Wrigley Field for Opening Day this year for White Sox and Cubs games Capacity will be. Anyone who appears to be impaired by or under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance may be denied entry to or ejected from Wrigley Field; Sit in your ticketed seat only. The Cubs plan on marking and assigning seats in those sections -- similar to how the outfield berms have been organized at Sloan Park during Spring Training. 2 on the annual green buildings list, ahead of New York and California, Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information, Air horns or other distracting noisemakers, Unmanned aerial vehicles (including drones). Maintains consistent, efficient service during peak hours. When and where will masks be required?Wearing a protective mask will be required for fans everywhere inside Wrigley Field, with the exception of while actively eating and/or drinking. The latest news on how COVID-19 is impacting Chicago and Illinois. Both sites are for . Other bags (such as wallets, purses, drawstring bags, fanny packs, lunch bags, briefcases and soft-sided coolers) smaller than 16 x 16 x 8 inches in size are permitted. That also gave the club an early test run of sorts for pod seating, required masking and social distancing. Following the screening process, you will scan your mobile ticket at one of our self-scanning ticket pedestals. src="https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=674090812743125&ev=PageView&noscript=1"/>. J.B. Pritzker's reopening plan for the state,. But there are plenty of spots around Wrigleyville to eat and drink before the game (or wait out a rain delay) here are our picks. In Region 11, Chicago's region, positivity rates have gradually decreased down to 1.9% on May 31. Illinois reported 802 COVID cases and 37 deaths Saturday. COVID-19 hospitalizations statewide in the seven-day span totaled 52. And the organization spent around $10 million on its efforts to create a safe environment. Please enter valid email address to continue. Lines outside your establishment are strongly discouraged. If you made a reservation after. Mobile tickets can be scanned upon entry, and the team will even have self-scanning ticket pedestals at each gate. Fans are asked to bring their own masks, but masks will be available upon request. Fans can also use the MLB Ballpark app to make purchases, including ordering food and beverages to their seats. No racist, discriminatory, vulgar or . The T-shirts were a gag gift given to Rizzo and Cubs players and were created by catcher David Ross as a tribute to Rizzo's memorable catch-and-leap off the brick wall at Wrigley after snaring a . police. There, they will be required to present a paper, photo or electronic copy of their record of full vaccination and a photo ID. About Levy at Wrigley Field : From the stadium to the head table, Levy leverages unbridled creativity, custom strategies, impeccable service, and true love for great food to create unforgettable . Wrigley Field is a cashless venue. Children 2 years or younger may accompany their fully vaccinated parent, guardian or sponsor in the fully vaccinated area without a negative test. One of the notable names not included among the initial 56 plaques in the Hall of Fame is outfielder Sammy Sosa, who has a complicated relationship with the Cubs. No vax or test, no tix. Minimize time waiting in line by ordering ahead from your seat. ** \nFor now, the Cubs plan on keeping the pod seating to four or fewer fans. For additional information on our COVID-19 guidelines and what to know before heading to Wrigley Field, please visit. To ensure fan safety, the Cubs reserve the right to refuse admittance of any item deemed hazardous or suspicious, including any item capable of being used as a projectile. Maximum party size and table occupancy limits remain at six people indoors and 10 people New options include The Twisted Tater a crispy spiral potato skewer served with dill pickle dip and a Nashville hot chicken sandwich breaded chicken breast dipped in hot sauce topped with coleslaw and bread-and-butter pickles, served on a toasted brioche bun. In private suites, face coverings are recommended but not required unless interacting with Wrigley Field staff. From there, the Cubs are holding a raffle program for tickets to go to the general public, as the team wants as many fans as possible to attend a game, given the limited capacity. It is the responsibility of all licensees to operate and maintain a safe environment for your The process should be helped with the assigned exits, helping to reducing crowd build-up in the concourse.\n\n**Will fans have to go through a health screening upon entry? Approval from city and state leadership and public health officials provided the green light. Contact Cubs Fan Services at 800-THE-CUBS with questions regarding other Wrigley Field events such as concerts. Near the end of the panel, chairman Tom Ricketts announced Sandberg will be honored . Chicago Wrigley Field COVID vaccine site set to close soon. Dancing or other congregating is not allowed while COVID restrictions are in place. She is shooting career-bests of 59.8 percent from the floor and 82.1 percent from the . Bags are subject to inspection. Levy Sector. while eating or drinking at all times, including on party buses. Gman Tavern, located near Wrigley Field, is also requiring proof of vaccination as of Aug. 3, and still other establishments are requiring that customers wear masks while not actively eating or . Updated: Jan 14, 2023 / 04:59 PM CST. "We know, to the extent we have a bad outcome at Wrigley Field, let's just say in the first homestand if there were any evidence that COVID was transmitted at our games, we're going to go from 20% to zero. About Levy at Wrigley Rooftops: Located across the street from Wrigley Field are the Wrigley Rooftops. seated when eating or drinking at tables of six people or fewer. The Cubs play Milwaukee in their home opener at Wrigley Field on Thursday, April 7 at 1:20 p.m. Be seated at all time and social distance is so important," Escareno said. Opening Day for the Cubs is April 1 against the Pirates. What will be available for groups larger than four?For now, the Cubs plan on keeping the pod seating to four or fewer fans. The current plan might include utilizing areas in the lower part of the bleachers concourse for the team to use. In order to minimize congregating, patrons must order drinks from their seat and cannot order ** \nAll of them. Our fan text messaging service will continue to allow you to call our attention to issues in the ballpark without leaving your seat. All bags and items are subject to inspection. Secure your spot in our lineup for season tickets by joining the Season Ticket Holder Waiting List today! The Cubs are also moving exclusively to mobile ticketing (and electronic parking passes) to reduce contact. Wrigley COVID-19 rules to know as it opens to full capacity originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago Friday will be a special day at Wrigley Field as 100 percent fan capacity returns for. May 30, 2021, 10:49 AM. However, if you do have a line ","type":"markdown","__typename":"Markdown"},"$ROOT_QUERY.getForgeContentBySlug({\"locale\":\"en-us\",\"slug\":\"wrigley-field-covid-19-protocols-for-fans\",\"type\":\"story\"}).parts.4.data":{"html":", Info on Cubs presale access program pic.twitter.com/Xrv1HkOplx. The city of Chicago removed both its proof-of-vaccination and mask requirements in late February, and even as cases slowly inch upward, there has been no indication that either requirement will be put back into force. Sandberg is used to being part of panels at the Cubs Convention. View the brief video tutorial below. interact with staff, and they must cover the nose and mouth. Getty Another Chicago sports mecca could soon join the United Center as a site for coronavirus vaccinations. For groups of up to eight people, there will be suite rental opportunities.\n\n**When and where will masks be required? You cannot sell tickets to an event if you do not have a PPA license. Follows principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment. The basic criteria to be inducted are being a Cub for five or more years or making a significant contribution to the organization through service or time. ** \nNo, but the Cubs are asking fans not to come to the ballpark if they are not feeling well. pic.twitter.com/KoJQwVaEto, MLB Tonight breaks down Eric Hosmer agreeing to a one-year deal with the Cubs, Cubs #SpringTraining is right around the corner! Gates open approximately two hours before first pitch. Fans will still need to either bring a credit or debit card to the ballpark, or they can order items on the MLB Ballpark app for pickup at concessions stands in the stadium. COVID-19 vaccination is no longer a requirement for employment for seasonal game day staff. The Wrigley Field Express bus will not operate during the 2022 regular season because of a driver shortage. Backpacks (including clear backpacks), hard-sided coolers (regardless of size) and bags larger than 16 x 16 x 8 inches are NOT permitted at Wrigley Field. Also, dont bring that much cash all in-ballpark purchases are cashless, from retail to concessions (more on that below). reservation system and/or clicker at the door to control your crowd size. If youre up for the whole Wrigley experience, there are the bleachers, which is a first-come, first-served seat grab. Fans should also be mindful to keep sidewalks passable and yield to emergency vehicles. [[Dont miss] Chicago Cubs exploring a streaming option for 2023 plus updates on the Wrigley Field sportsbook and Hall of Famers statues]. The Cubs hope to increase their crowd capacity throughout the summer, as the COVID-19 data potentially improves. That 25% rule also applies to Wrigley Field, Guaranteed Rate Field and Soldier Field, an increase from the current 20% . 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