Matchday Information

Section 8 Tailgate :: Buses from Bars in Chicago :: Public Transportation

Section 8 Tailgate

Come and enjoy a URS sponsored Section 8, Chicago Fire tailgate! Everyone is invited come come, hang out and enjoy the company of fellow Fire fans. Enjoy a hamburger or hot-dog, chips and drink. There are vegetarian options, and even turkey burgers. Everyone needs proper nutrition and to stay hydrated so you can sing for 90 minutes. Think of the children! Tailgate begins when the lot opens and tears down about 20 minutes before first kick. Tempt fate and try a Fire Pickle! Be amazed at the Merch Tent. Show your pride and buy a flag or a scarf! Marvel at the diverse crowd of Fire fans.

Dance a jig or sing a song! You'll never regret being part of the Section 8 TAILGATE! We will be accepting donations (recommended $5) towards URS tifo at the tailgate.

The Section 8 tailgate is located in the North Lot, near Gate B.

Feel free to join us for pre-game festivities 3 hours before every home game. Please use the Harlem Avenue entrance and head directly for the Section 8 area located near the far practice field. All supporters are reminded to review Toyota Park's tailgating policies.

Gameday Buses

Getting to the match is half the fun! The following fine establishments will be running buses to every home game this season. Prices include beers on the bus to and from the game. For more information, please contact the pubs.

The Globe Pub - 1934 W Irving Park, Chicago
$10 per person. Departs 2 hours prior to kickoff
(773) 871-5757

Fado Irish Pub - 100 W Grand, Chicago
$30 includes match ticket. $15 without ticket.
Departing times vary each game
More info at Windy City Wanderers FC

Public Transportation

CTA/PACE

The TOYOTA PARK Express bus is a variation of Pace Route 386 South Harlem and departs the Orange Line Midway station every 20 minutes beginning 2 hours before the event start time. Buses leave TOYOTA PARK 30 minutes after the event ends to return to the Orange Line Midway station. Your CTA Transit Card is good for fares and transfers on CTA and PACE. A regular PACE fare of $1.50 is charged for transportation on the TOYOTA PARK Express bus.

Express service operates non-stop between the Orange Line Midway station and TOYOTA PARK. The TOYOTA PARK bus stop is located at the southwest corner of 71st Street and Harlem Avenue.

For times, schedules and directions to TOYOTA PARK, visit the CTA and/or PACE websites.

Taxi Services

Taxi cabs will be allowed to pick-up/drop-off guests in TOYOTA PARK's East Lot. After most events, a taxi stand will be located outside Gate D. Expect delays due to heavy event day traffic. For more information please call 800.TAXI.CAB.