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NFL game day

Minnesota Vikings at Chicago Bears

Sunday, September 20, 2026 · 12:00 PM CDT · Soldier Field

Game-window forecast66°F at kickoff · 55% precipitation risk · 15 mph wind
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At a glance

The essentials

DateSunday, September 20
Kickoff12:00 PM CDT
StadiumSoldier Field
LocationChicago, IL
Plan the day

A practical game-day timeline

Use this as a planning framework around the scheduled kickoff. Venue gate times, security procedures and tailgating rules can differ, so verify those details before you travel.

Pregame / tailgate planning9:00 AMA useful starting point for pregame plans; verify venue-specific tailgating rules.
Suggested arrival window10:30 AMA planning target, not an official gate-opening time. Allow more time for parking and security.
Kickoff12:00 PMScheduled local kickoff time.
Expected finish window3:15 PMApproximate only; NFL game length varies.
Conditions

Weather through the game

Updated 30 days ago

Mild-to-cool conditions should be comfortable with light layers. There is a meaningful chance of rain; breezy conditions are worth planning for.

Tailgate / pregame9:00 AM66°FFeels 67°F · 73% rain · 10 mph wind
Arrival window10:30 AM65°FFeels 66°F · 57% rain · 9 mph wind
Kickoff12:00 PM66°FFeels 64°F · 55% rain · 15 mph wind
Late game3:00 PM65°FFeels 65°F · 78% rain · 12 mph wind

Forecast is tied to the scheduled game window and will be refreshed as kickoff approaches.

Dress for the full game

What to wear

Mild-to-cool conditions should be comfortable with light layers. There is a meaningful chance of rain; breezy conditions are worth planning for.

Light jacket or sweatshirtComfortable layersWater-resistant outer layer

These are weather-driven planning suggestions, not venue rules. Check the latest stadium policy and forecast before leaving.

Venue & trip

Get oriented before you go

Soldier Field

1410 S. Museum Campus Drive, Chicago, IL, 60605

Stadium guideDirections
Travel to the game

Planning the trip from Minneapolis to Chicago

Suggested outboundSep 19
Suggested returnSep 21
Approx. market distance350 mi
FlightsMSP → ORDSearch flights for the game dates Check flights → HotelsSep 19 – Sep 21Search Expedia stays around Chicago Find hotels →
Things to doTurn the game into a weekend trip→
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