Bears raising season ticket prices by average of 13.5%

Watching quarterback Caleb Williams and the Bears on the lakefront at Soldier Field will come at a higher cost in 2026.

In a letter sent to Bears season ticket holders Tuesday, team president and CEO Kevin Warren announced season ticket prices will go up by an average of 13.5% in 2026. Warren cited “detailed analysis and market research” as the reasoning for the increase.

The move comes after a memorable season for the Bears in head coach Ben Johnson’s first season. Chicago played in its first playoff game since 2020, won its first NFC North division title since 2018 and claimed its first playoff victory in 15 years.

The increase comes a year after the Bears raised prices by an average of 10% in 2025. The franchise also raised season ticket prices by an average of 8% ahead of the 2024 season.

Warren’s announcement came as the Bears continue to decide where they want to build their next stadium. The Bears are negotiating with legislators from both Illinois and Indiana for sites in either Arlington Heights or Northwest Indiana. The team has a lease at Soldier Field through 2033.

The Bears in 2026 will host nine regular season games at Soldier Field as well as one preseason game. The NFL will announce the 2026 season schedule in May.

“We embrace the challenge of playing a first-place schedule, which will be one of the most difficult schedules in the NFL next season,” Warren said. “Fortunately, we have the best home-field advantage in the NFL, thanks to you. We look forward to creating more memories together.”