Chicago, Illinois – Major League Baseball (MLB) has confirmed that the 2027 All-Star Game will be held on July 13th at the iconic Wrigley Field, home of the Chicago Cubs. This event will mark the return of the mid-season classic to this stadium for the first time since 1990. With its iconic ivy-covered walls and a rich history spanning over a century, Wrigley Field is considered one of baseball’s cathedrals. The Cubs have invested in a deep renovation of the stadium and its surroundings, transforming Wrigleyville into a top-tier sports and tourist destination.
Manfred also highlighted the lasting impact the event will have on Chicago communities through the All-Star Legacy program initiatives. In the announcement ceremony, important figures were present such as Tom Ricketts, executive chairman of the Cubs; JB Pritzker, governor of Illinois; and Brandon Johnson, mayor of Chicago, as well as former players and team executives.The hard work invested in transforming Wrigleyville into an exceptional destination deserves to be celebrated and shared on a national stage.
Rob Manfred, MLB Commissioner
It’s an honor for our team, our city, and our state. We play in a world-class city, especially beautiful in the summer, and we are eager to welcome the best players and fans in the world.
Tom Ricketts, Cubs Executive Chairman
A Centenary Tradition
This will be the fourth time the Cubs host the All-Star Game, adding to the 1947, 1962, and 1990 editions. With this, Wrigley Field joins Cleveland’s Municipal Stadium and the old Yankee Stadium in New York as the only stadiums to have hosted the event on four occasions.In the last edition held in Chicago (1990), Ryne Sandberg and Andre Dawson, local figures, were part of the National League’s starting lineup, and Sandberg won the Home Run Derby. The recent announcement has an emotional significance, as it comes a few days after the death of Sandberg, a Hall of Fame member, remembered for his legacy.
