Chicago sports teams may not be on a winning streak these days, but the city is looking to turn that around with several new, multi-billion-dollar stadiums. The Bears seem to be headed in the right direction after this season, and with a new stadium, could be in an even better position for a comeback. The White Sox are also getting a fresh start, and the team is hoping a new stadium will boost enthusiasm among fans.
Here’s a closer look at the new venues Chicago sports fans have to look forward to:
Bears Release Plans for Stadium Project in Chicago
The Bears revealed their new plan to build a new roofed stadium on Chicago’s lakefront in April. The stadium will be just south of Soldier Field and will also include food, retail, and cultural outlets centered around the Bears. The Bears have pledged to contribute $2 billion and look to receive the remaining funds from public and private investors. The project would create 43,000 construction jobs and is expected to break ground in the summer of 2025 and open to the public in the summer of 2028.
Related Midwest Releases Renderings of Proposed White Sox Ballpark
Related Midwest, a prominent developer in Chicago, plans to build a new stadium for the White Sox in their “The 78” project. The stadium would be in the center of various entertainment options in neighboring options. The plan is to create one of Chicago’s next best neighborhoods, bringing a state-of-the-art park to the city’s South Loop.
The new stadium projects are exciting news for these two Chicago sports teams and their fans. While it’s sad to leave the history behind at Soldier Field it will be exciting to see this new stadium that will have the Bears fans fired up. This is also an exciting new beginning for the White Sox, whose new arena is expected to become an integral part of the city’s fabric.