Arrival
Settle into a city-centre base
Arrive in Chicago the day before the event, then check in, store luggage and recover from the actual onward journey.
Chicago city centre
American League All-Stars at National League All-Stars
MLB · Chicago, USA
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Guide source-checked Oct 10, 2026
Chicago
Before you plan the trip
Use MLB's official All-Star Week ticket information for Chicago. The current page says details will be announced in 2027; no on-sale date or availability is confirmed.
MLB All-Star Week Tickets 2027 | MLB.com (opens in a new tab)MLB official 2027 all-star-game schedule (opens in a new tab)
How to reach the venue
Check current official ballpark guidance and dated transport services. Keep airport and game travel separate, and stay after the game rather than rushing for a flight.
Jul 12 - Jul 14 · 3 days at the destination
Recommended for this trip. International flight days are additional.
The full 2027-07-12 to 2027-07-14 trip gives you an arrival buffer, American League All-Stars at National League All-Stars at Wrigley Field and a departure day. Reach Chicago the day before the game. Check in, store luggage and leave time to recover from your actual inbound journey and onward connection. Collect luggage and follow the current departure route around your real flight or train. No optional booking is assumed. Consider Art Institute of Chicago and Lou Malnati’s River North, 439 North Wells Street and Chicago Lakefront Trail and The Purple Pig Chicago, 444 North Michigan Avenue only if current access, meal service and your travel connection allow.
When to arrive
Plan your inbound journey and onward connection to reach Chicago by 2027-07-12, then check in and recover before game day.
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Arrive and find your Chicago
Reach Chicago the day before the game.
After check-in
Recover and prepare for the game
Leave time to rest after the actual inbound journey. Check your valid ticket, lodging and current official game notice before planning ballpark travel.
Chicago
After check-in, if arrival and access allow
Explore the Art Institute
Choose a focused public collection visit through a current open entrance. Tuesday is closed; the early member-only hour is not public admission. Check the current operator calendar and admission; skip it when closed or short of time.
Art Institute of Chicago
Evening, if current dinner service and arrival allow
Deep-dish dinner at Lou Malnatis
Deep-dish pizza at the exact River North pizzeria with normal daily service from 11:00. This city meal is separate from either Chicago ballpark. Check current kitchen service and reservations or queues; skip the meal if it does not fit actual travel.
Lou Malnati’s River North, 439 North Wells Street
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Game day at Wrigley Field
Focus on American League All-Stars at National League All-Stars, your valid ticket and the route to Wrigley Field.
Before the game
Choose your ballpark and return route
Use the current official ballpark approach and a dated journey planner. Follow your actual ticket entrance and assigned seat, leaving room for security and queues.
Chicago to Wrigley Field
Game window; first pitch to be confirmed
American League All-Stars at National League All-Stars
Attend American League All-Stars at National League All-Stars in the MLB at Wrigley Field on 2027-07-13. Use only a valid ticket for your assigned seat. The exact first pitch is not confirmed; keep the whole game day flexible.
Wrigley Field
After the game
Return to Chicago and stay the night
Allow for exit queues and dated return services. Stay in the destination after the game; departure belongs to the following day.
Wrigley Field to Chicago
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Check out, then home
Collect luggage and follow the current departure route around your real flight or train. No optional booking is assumed.
Before leaving your base
Check out and collect luggage
Arrange checkout and luggage collection around your actual departure. Allow for the current transport service and your carrier arrival requirements.
Chicago
Before departure, only if the onward connection allows
Walk the Lakefront Trail
Take a short manageable section of the Lake Michigan path for park and skyline views. Wind, weather, closures and the connection can make this impractical. Check the current operator calendar and admission; skip it when closed or short of time.
Chicago Lakefront Trail
Lunch, only if current service and the onward connection allow
Mediterranean lunch at The Purple Pig
Mediterranean food at the exact Chicago branch with normal daily opening from 11:00. Do not substitute the Oak Brook restaurant. Check current kitchen service and reservations or queues; skip the meal if it does not fit actual travel.
The Purple Pig Chicago, 444 North Michigan Avenue
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Around your actual departure
Let your actual departure decide the final day
Let your actual flight or train determine the departure schedule. Check current transport guidance and your carrier arrival requirements; allow for changed or holiday service.
Chicago to your departure connection
Where to stay
Choose lodging in Chicago with terms that fit possible fixture changes. Arrive the day before and stay after the game; confirm your ticket before committing to travel.
Getting around
Check the current official guidance and a dated journey planner for Chicago. Treat the airport connection and ballpark trip as separate journeys; allow for queues and changed services.
Before you head to the venue
Follow the entrance and assigned seat on your valid ticket for Wrigley Field. Check the current official game notice before travel. Use the official host general spectator ticket channel for this game; follow your ticket's assigned seat and entrance instructions.
- Use the day before the game to settle in and recover from travel.
- Keep game day focused on a valid ticket, ballpark travel and the fixture.
- Depart on the final day around your confirmed connection; extra nights extend the plan.
Sources & current information
Event facts come from these sources. City activities and arrival plans are suggestions. Recheck schedules, access rules and opening hours before booking.
MLB official actual-game venue and IANA timezone (opens in a new tab)MLB All-Star Week Tickets 2027 | MLB.com (opens in a new tab)MLB official 2027 all-star-game schedule (opens in a new tab)Art Institute: public visit (opens in a new tab)Lou Malnatis River North (opens in a new tab)Lou Malnati's Chicago locations (opens in a new tab)Choose Chicago: Chicago's Lakefront Trail (opens in a new tab)The Purple Pig: Chicago (opens in a new tab)Published by ScoreTraveler · How we check a guide · Report a correction