Wrigley Field Seating Guide
Where to sit & the best seats
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Where to sit at Wrigley Field
Field Boxes behind and beside home plate (infield 100s)
The lower boxes around the infield give the closest, truest view of the game.
Upper Deck reserved and Terrace level
Cheaper seats with elevated views of the field, ivy and the Chicago skyline.
Older sections behind support posts
This 1914 ballpark still has some posts that partially obstruct the view.
About Wrigley Field
Wrigley Field seats about 41,649 across Field Boxes (lower, 100-level), the Terrace level (200s), the Upper Deck (300/400s) and the famous outfield Bleachers. Lower field boxes behind and near home plate are the best overall, the bleachers are the classic spot for home runs and party atmosphere, and the upper deck offers value with a view of the skyline and the neighborhood rooftops. As an open-air day-game institution, sun and the swirling lake wind matter, and the third-base side generally finds shade earlier. The park also hosts concerts, the NHL Winter Classic and college football.
The second-oldest ballpark in the majors, Wrigley is defined by its ivy-covered brick outfield walls, the hand-turned center-field scoreboard, and the iconic red marquee at Clark and Addison. It is fully open-air with an intimate, historic bowl and privately owned rooftop bleachers on the buildings across Waveland and Sheffield Avenues.
Wrigley Field in photos
5 outside · 5 inside the venue
Seating map
This is the map used for ticket sales at Wrigley Field. Exact configuration varies by event.
How the venue is set up
Cubs MLB game
Full ballpark around 41,649 with the ivy walls, hand-operated scoreboard and outfield bleachers; day games are a Wrigley tradition.
Concert / special event
Stage set up in the outfield with field seating added on the grass; some outfield and behind-stage views are limited.
Seating levels explained
Field BoxesField Box / Field Reserved
The lower bowl surrounding the infield and running down the lines, closest to the field.
Pros: Closest to the action, best sightlines behind home plate and the infield.
Cons: Priciest seats; low rows down the lines can have foul-side angles.
Terrace LevelTerrace Box / Reserved
The middle deck wrapping the infield with covered sections under the upper deck.
Pros: Good value, elevated view, and the covered rear rows offer shade and rain protection.
Cons: Support posts in this century-old park can obstruct a few older sections.
Upper DeckUpper Box / Reserved
The top deck offering high, wide views of the field, city skyline and rooftops.
Pros: Best value, sweeping views and a classic Wrigley perspective.
Cons: Farthest from the field; exposed to sun and wind up high.
BleachersLeft and right field bleachers
The general-admission outfield bleachers, a Wrigley institution surrounded by the ivy.
Pros: The best spot for home-run balls, sun and a party atmosphere.
Cons: Backless bench-style GA, full sun exposure, and no infield-close view of the plate.
Best seats at Wrigley Field
Best overall (behind home plate / lower box)
Field Boxes behind and beside home plate (infield 100s)
The lower boxes around the infield give the closest, truest view of the game.
Best value
Upper Deck reserved and Terrace level
Cheaper seats with elevated views of the field, ivy and the Chicago skyline.
Best for home runs (bleachers)
Left and right field bleachers
The GA outfield bleachers are where home-run balls land amid the classic Wrigley party.
Shade / sun note
Third-base side and covered Terrace-level rear rows
For day games the third-base (first-base line-facing) side and the covered upper rows find shade sooner, while the bleachers bake in the sun.
Family
Terrace-level reserved and rear covered sections
Value pricing, some shade and cover, and a calmer vibe than the bleachers.
| For | Sections | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Best overall (behind home plate / lower box) | Field Boxes behind and beside home plate (infield 100s) | The lower boxes around the infield give the closest, truest view of the game. |
| Best value | Upper Deck reserved and Terrace level | Cheaper seats with elevated views of the field, ivy and the Chicago skyline. |
| Best for home runs (bleachers) | Left and right field bleachers | The GA outfield bleachers are where home-run balls land amid the classic Wrigley party. |
| Shade / sun note | Third-base side and covered Terrace-level rear rows | For day games the third-base (first-base line-facing) side and the covered upper rows find shade sooner, while the bleachers bake in the sun. |
| Family | Terrace-level reserved and rear covered sections | Value pricing, some shade and cover, and a calmer vibe than the bleachers. |
Seats to avoid & obstructed views
Older sections behind support posts: This 1914 ballpark still has some posts that partially obstruct the view.
Deep down the outfield lines in the lower boxes: Sharp foul-line angles make tracking the full field harder.
Bleachers on a hot, sunny afternoon: Full sun exposure with backless GA benches and a distant view of the plate.
Behind-stage seating for concerts: Views and sound face away and are often curtained off.
Accessibility & companion seating
Wrigley provides ADA wheelchair and companion seating on multiple levels, bookable through the Cubs so staff can match needs to location within the historic layout. Accessible entrances, elevators, and accessible restrooms and concessions have been added through recent renovations.
Where: Accessible platforms are located on the field-level concourse, the Terrace level and the upper deck.
Upcoming events at Wrigley Field
Chicago Cubs vs New York Yankees
Fri, 31 July 2026 · MLB (Baseball)
Chicago Cubs vs New York Yankees
Sat, 1 Aug 2026 · MLB (Baseball)
Chicago Cubs vs New York Yankees
Sun, 2 Aug 2026 · MLB (Baseball)
Chicago Cubs vs Los Angeles Dodgers
Mon, 3 Aug 2026 · MLB (Baseball)
Chicago Cubs vs Los Angeles Dodgers
Tue, 4 Aug 2026 · MLB (Baseball)
Chicago Cubs vs Los Angeles Dodgers
Wed, 5 Aug 2026 · MLB (Baseball)
Chicago Cubs vs Toronto Blue Jays
Thu, 6 Aug 2026 · MLB (Baseball)
Chicago Cubs vs St. Louis Cardinals
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 · MLB (Baseball)
Getting there
Transport
The easiest way in is the CTA Red Line to the Addison stop, which is right outside the park, since parking in the Wrigleyville neighborhood is scarce and expensive. Buses, rideshare and remote-lot shuttles also serve the ballpark, and many fans arrive on foot from the surrounding bars.
The area
Wrigley sits in the heart of Wrigleyville on Chicago's North Side, ringed by bars, restaurants and the Gallagher Way plaza, making it one of baseball's most walkable and lively ballpark neighborhoods. Lake Michigan is a short distance to the east.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the seating capacity of Wrigley Field?
About 41,649, one of the more intimate ballparks in the majors.
Where are the best seats at Wrigley Field?
Lower field boxes around home plate and the infield are the best overall; the bleachers are the classic home-run and party seats.
Which seats are in the shade at Wrigley?
For day games the third-base side and the covered rear rows of the Terrace/upper deck find shade earlier, while the outfield bleachers are in full sun.
Are there obstructed-view seats?
A few older sections still have support posts from the 1914 structure that can partially block the view; check the section before buying.
How do I get to Wrigley Field?
Take the CTA Red Line to Addison right outside the park; neighborhood parking is scarce, so transit, rideshare or walking is best.
What are the rooftop seats?
Privately operated bleachers on the buildings across Waveland and Sheffield Avenues that overlook the outfield, sold separately from ballpark tickets.
Does Wrigley host concerts?
Yes, along with events like the NHL Winter Classic and college football, using an outfield stage or field setup.
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