Can You Walk on the Field at Wrigley Field?
For most visitors, the short answer is no. The field at Wrigley Field is a restricted area, and entering without authorization is strictly prohibited and can result in arrest. Not exactly the souvenir you're looking for.
Even on guided ballpark tours, guests don't step onto the grass itself, though you can get closer to the field than a regular game ticket allows. That said, there are a few organized programs that offer varying levels of field access. Here's what's actually available and how close you can get.
Wrigley Field Tours: The Easiest Way to Get Close to the Field
The most reliable path to field access is through an official Wrigley Field tour. Non-gameday tours give you the best shot at stepping onto the field, and the experience is worth it.
What Non-Gameday Tours Include
On days without a Cubs home game, the 75-90 minute guided tour typically includes the seating bowl, Budweiser Bleachers, press box, visitors' clubhouse, Cubs dugout, and field access near the outfield ivy wall. Walking along the warning track and standing close to the ivy that's been growing since 1937 is one of those moments that hits different in person.
Tour guides make the field stop memorable with stories about the ballpark's history, from the hand-operated scoreboard to the flags flying on the foul poles representing retired uniform numbers. Photo opportunities are plentiful, and cameras are encouraged.
Gameday Tours and Field Access
When the Cubs have a game scheduled, the tour route changes. Gameday tours still include field access but may have more restrictions depending on pregame preparations. You'll see the seating bowl, Budweiser Bleachers, Upper Deck, and field, but stops like the dugout and clubhouses are usually off-limits.
Booking Your Tour
All tours start and end at the Gallagher Way Gate on the west side of the ballpark. Tickets are about $30 for adults and are delivered as mobile tickets through the MLB Ballpark app. Children two and under are free. Arrive 10-15 minutes before your scheduled time, and dress for the weather since tours happen rain or shine.
Kids Run the Bases: Field Access for Young Fans
On select Cubs Kids Sundays during the regular season, children 13 and under can run the bases after the game. Pick up a wristband at Gallagher Way before the game (spots typically limited to the first 1,000 participants). A waiver must be signed, and only one parent or guardian is allowed on the field. Check Cubs.com/Kids for upcoming dates, and pair the experience with a game for a full family day.
Private Tours and Special Events
Beyond public tours and kids' programs, a few other paths lead to field access at Wrigley Field.
VIP, Corporate, and Educational Tours
Private tours include your own guide and can be customized for groups up to 50, with field access typically included. Pricing starts at $2,000 plus tax. Wrigley Field also hosts corporate events, weddings, and photoshoots that may include field access. Schools and camps can book educational tours at $15 per person for groups of 30 or more (weekdays only). Contact Fan Services at 773-388-8270 for details on any of these options.
What You Cannot Do on the Field
The field is a restricted area during Cubs games. Entering the field of play without authorization is prohibited and can lead to arrest by the Chicago Police Department and revocation of ticket privileges. Wrigley Field's Guest Code of Conduct prohibits entering the field, interfering with balls in play, and making physical contact with players or on-field personnel. Fans can keep foul balls that land in seating areas, but cannot enter the playing area to retrieve a ball.
What the View From Wrigley Field's Warning Track Feels Like
For anyone who's watched Cubs games on TV for years, getting down to field level is genuinely emotional, even without stepping on the grass itself. From the warning track, the bleacher wall towers above you, the ivy covers every inch of the outfield wall, and the hand-operated scoreboard looms overhead.
Tour guides allow time for photos at each field stop. Standing near the ivy wall with the scoreboard behind you makes for one of the best photos you'll take in Chicago. You'll also notice details like the retired number flags on the foul poles and the "Hey Hey" tribute to broadcaster Jack Brickhouse.
Step Onto the Field at Wrigley Field
The Chicago Cubs offer multiple ways to experience the field at Wrigley Field, from public tours to Kids Run the Bases to private events. For tour schedules and tickets, visit Cubs.com/Tours. For Kids Sunday dates, check Cubs.com/Kids. And for private or corporate event inquiries, contact Fan Services at 773-388-8270 or the Wrigley Field Events team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can regular fans walk on the field at Wrigley Field?
Yes, through official programs like non-gameday guided tours, Kids Run the Bases on select Sundays, and private events. Unauthorized field access is not allowed.
Is walking on the Wrigley Field grass included in the standard tour?
No. Tours do not include access to the grass itself. Non-gameday public tours typically include access to the warning track near the outfield ivy wall. Gameday tours may have more limited field stops.
How do kids get to run the bases at Wrigley Field?
On select Cubs Kids Sundays, children 13 and under can run the bases after the game. A wristband from Gallagher Way is required, and spots are limited to the first 1,000 participants.
What happens if you run on the field during a Cubs game?
Entering the field during a game is strictly prohibited. Offenders face arrest by the Chicago Police Department and permanent revocation of ticket privileges.
Can you touch the ivy at Wrigley Field?
The ivy is visible and close during non-gameday tours, but touching or pulling the ivy is prohibited to protect the historic vines planted in 1937.
Do private tours include field access at Wrigley Field?
Yes, private VIP tours typically include field access along with a dedicated tour guide. Contact Fan Services at 773-388-8270 for booking details.