Bears Expo FAQs
When is the Expo?
Sunday, May 17th, 2009
Where is the Expo?Soldier Field
What are the Expo hours of operation?10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
What time do doors open?Doors open at 9:30 a.m. Fans can enter at Gate 0 at the South end of Soldier Field
When do tickets go on sale?Tickets are on sale now!
How much are tickets?Tickets for adults cost #35; tickets for kids 12 and under are $20. Children two years old and under are admitted free.
Is re-admittance permitted?Yes
Are there activities for children?Yes. There will be inflatable games, on-field activities, kids only Q&A sessions and much more.
Are strollers allowed?
Yes. Strollers will be allowed at the Bears Expo.
Will there be food?Yes. There will be food available for purchase in concession areas throughout the stadium.
Who will be at the Expo?Current and alumni Chicago Bears players, members of the football operations staff and Bears front office personnel. A list of attendees will be made available closer to the Expo start date.
Where do I park?Parking will be available in three Soldier Field Parking Lots: North Garage, Waldron Deck and South Lot. Parking price is still TBD. NO ALCOHOL WILL BE PERMITTED IN THE PARKING LOTS; security will enforce this policy.
What is this year’s seminar schedule?
The 2009 Expo will feature several seminars throughout the day. Once we confirm the topics a list will be made available on the events page. The tentative 2009 seminar list is slated to include: Inside the Bears, Meet the Coordinators, Football Tales with Bears Alumni, Game Time Equipment, Meet the Rookies, Question and Answer and a host of others still yet TBD.
How will the autographs run?
As in 2008 the 2009 Expo will feature Scratch-Off autographs and additional autograph tables throughout the stadium. Once a detailed autograph system is finalized a separate autograph information sheet will be made available on the Bears Expo page.
If your question is not answered here, email
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