This page contains information about Wrigley Field, including contact information and how to bet at the ballpark.
One of the most iconic parks in baseball, Wrigley Field is the home of the Chicago Cubs and has been since 1916. With more than 100 years of memories for home and road fans alike, it is the second oldest MLB stadium, trailing only Fenway Park in Boston.
This page contains all the information fans should know before taking in a game at Wrigley Field, including ticket information, betting at the ballpark, and important moments in stadium history.
Wrigley Field opened in 1914 as “Weeghman Park,” named for restauranteur Charles Weeghman. The ballpark was home to the Chicago Whales of the Federal League, though when that league folded in 1915, the Chicago Cubs were ready to move in. The Cubs’ first home game at Wrigley (which was then known as “Cubs Park”) was in 1916; Chicago defeated the Cincinnati Reds 7-6 in 11 innings in that game.
However, Wrigley has been home to more than just baseball. From 1921-1970, Wrigley was also the home stadium of the Chicago Bears, and from 1931-1938, the Chicago Cardinals (now the Arizona Cardinals) shared the venue. In 2009, Wrigley Field was the site of the NHL’s Winter Classic, an outdoor hockey game between the Chicago Blackhawks and Detroit Red Wings; the NHL will return to Wrigley for the 2025 Winter Classic when the Blackhawks will host the St. Louis Blues.
Nicknamed “The Friendly Confines,” Wrigley Field is known for the ivy that grows along the brick outfield walls. Occasionally, baseballs will get stuck in the ivy, making for interesting moments on the field as players try to remember the ground rules (batters and runners are awarded two bases for balls lost in the ivy).
Wrigley was the last MLB field to have lights installed, with the first game played under the lights on August 8, 1988.
Yes, you can bet on sports at Wrigley Field. The Cubs have a betting partnership with DraftKings Sportsbook Illinois, which operates an Illinois sports betting bar adjacent to the stadium.
You’ll also be able to make wagers from your seat using an Illinois mobile sports betting app, though you may experience data service interruptions and slower load times at the ballpark due to the number of people in attendance on game day.
In 2021, Wrigley Field partnered with DraftKings Sportsbook Illinois to open a sports betting bar adjacent to the stadium. The sports bar can accommodate groups, though you’ll need to make a reservation on game day. Additionally, there are time limits and table minimums tied to your reservation.
The sportsbook features a 2,000-square-foot HD LED display so you’ll always have a view of the action. Hours will change depending on whether baseball season is underway. For more information, visit https://draftkingssportsbook.wrigleyfield.com/.
