Chicago's First Pitch

As Chicago prepares to host the 2027 MLB All-Star Game presented by Mastercard, the Chicago Cubs are inviting residents from across the city to take part in the historic celebration through Chicago’s First Pitch to shine a light on individuals and organizations making a difference through leadership, service and dedication to their community.

Through Chicago’s First Pitch, a ceremonial baseball will travel through all 77 of Chicago’s community areas before arriving at Wrigley Field during 2027 MLB All-Star Week. Chicagoans can nominate themselves or someone else to represent their community and help carry the baseball on its journey across the city. Along the way, the Cubs will honor the people, organizations, businesses and institutions that make Chicago’s neighborhoods thrive.

The Cubs and Cubs Charities will select one honoree from each of Chicago’s 77 communities. Each honoree will participate in a ceremonial handoff of the baseball when the Cubs visit their respective community, celebrating the people, places and traditions that make each area of the city unique. The journey will conclude with the 77 honorees being recognized during MLB All-Star Week.

Currently accepting nominations through January 3, 2027, at 11:59 p.m. CT.

Eligibility

Community leaders, nonprofit organizations, small businesses, cultural institutions, and individuals who make a difference in their community, large or small.
Nominees must be legal residents of, or a local business/nonprofit based in, the City of Chicago.
Nominators must be legal residents of the United States (including its commonwealths, territories, and possessions), and Canada (excluding the Province of Quebec) who are of legal age of majority.

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. Starts at 10:00 a.m. CT on November 5, 2026, and ends 11:59 p.m. CT on January 3, 2027. Up to 77 awards will be awarded. Nominees must be legal residents of Chicago and must be a non-profit organization, small business, or cultural institution. Nominators must be legal residents of the United States (including its commonwealths, territories, and possessions), and Canada (excluding the Province of Quebec) who are of legal age of majority. Void where prohibited. Official Rules including additional eligibility requirements are available HERE. Sponsor: Chicago Cubs Baseball Club, LLC.