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Just nineteen years after opening, SeatGeek Stadium is heavily losing its money makers.
After thirteen years of being stationed at SeatGeek Stadium, the Chicago Fire have officially moved out. As well, the Chicago Stars (formerly Red Stars) revealed last week that they plan on moving out of the stadium before the end of the year (but is subject to change). What does this leave for the venue?
As of right now, the Chicago Hounds are the primary team that calls the stadium home. They ranked sixth place last year in Major League Rugby, and just announced their 2025 home game dates recently. Games range from Feb. to Jun., and tickets were released in single game and seasonal options.
The team is growing, along with their number of fans. It is unlikely that they will leave the venue, considering that their staff and players have grown accustomed to it over the past few years. This is especially true considering they have just received new spaces and offices due to the Fire leaving the stadium.
As well, for sports, the Quarterfinals and Semifinals of the Big Ten Conference for Men’s Soccer took place at the stadium last year. Fans of the teams tailgated for hours, awaiting the game results.
On the musical side, the venue hasn’t seen a concert in years. Meanwhile, it has seen a few festivals over the last few years such as the Lyrical Lemonade Summer Smash and North Coast Music Festival. However, last year the stadium had booked Riot Fest, but eventually lost it.
It is unclear what will take place next at SeatGeek Stadium, since the venue is mainly for soccer events. Here are a few ideas:
2. Riot Fest or any other music festival
Riot Fest is proven to fit the space of the venue due to the plans for last year. With that being said, many bands can play all at once across the grounds.
Additionally, Bridgeview Mayor Steven Landek has strongly stated that he would like to see rock bands use the stadium as a venue.
1. International Soccer
SeatGeek Stadium has hosted a variety of international soccer matches over the years. Some of these have even included the Chicago Fire.
Normally SeatGeek Stadium draws its largest crowds from International Soccer matches. Crowds are known to be ecstatic, excited to be there.
Although sports may transition out of the stadium meant for soccer, it is important that fans are drawn to the excitement that events bring.