Chicago Cubs Fan Family Outings

Updated April 2025

Is your family a baseball-loving bunch? A Chicago Cubs fan family outing is the best way to get the season in full swing. I enjoy attending a game at least once a year. I combine my passion for travel and baseball by enjoying all the baseball-related activities in Chicago.

Just picture the ultimate adventure with your kids, grandkids, spouse, or a group of fellow baseball fans. Get ready to plan your outing to Chicago’s Wrigleyville with these unique ideas. You’ll discover great places to visit, delicious dining spots, and entertaining activities. If you’ve never experienced a minor league baseball game, now might be the perfect opportunity!

Enjoy a family-friendly weekend in Wrigleyville with an overnight stay at a Cubs-themed hotel and a game at Wrigley Field. Add some fun, kid-friendly activities and delicious food, and you’ve got a mini-getaway to the Windy City. Check out this post on family activities in Chicago’s Wrigleyville area for additional ideas

Places To Stay in Wrigleyville

For overnight stays, Wrigleyville offers no shortage of options. There are plenty of hotel and Airbnb/VRBO choices near Wrigleyville that are within walking distance of Wrigley Field. All the hotels I’ve visited have been family-friendly.

Hotel Zachary is a luxury, themed boutique hotel. Baseball fans will love the rooms overlooking Wrigley Field and the subtle nods to the Cubs. The overtones of elegance and class are easily noticeable. The Zachary name comes from the architect of Wrigley Field, and there are designs throughout the hotel that pay tribute to the stadium’s history.

Another excellent hotel option is Hotel Versey. The feel and design reflect Chicago’s essence. The rooms feature fun accent walls that celebrate Chicago and the Cubs. Additionally, the elevator and lobby showcase a sense of Chicago appreciation. Those attending a game at Wrigley Field can receive a 20% discount on their stay at Hotel Versey.

Family-Friendly Places to Eat in Wrigleyville

You’ll have to make several trips to explore all the amazing food options in Wrigleyville. Wrigley Field may offer the best hot dog in Chicago (a topic always up for debate), but there are plenty of places to eat. Kids are welcome in restaurants with bars that serve food during the day and early evening hours. Smoke Daddy will satisfy your craving for BBQ. The food is excellent, and the atmosphere complements it perfectly. If the kids are with you, they eat free until 6:30 pm daily.

Check out these other kid-friendly restaurants in Wrigleyville/Lincoln Park:

Parkley Lincoln Park – Kids eat free on Tuesday nights.
Swift & Sons Tavern – Kids eat free before 6 p.m.
Big Star – Kids eat free for brunch.
Rizzo’s Bar & Grill – Family-friendly and outdoor eating.

You can check out this list of Wrigleyville’s Best Places to Eat for more suggestions.

Add Activites to Your Cubs Game Itinerary

There are plenty of activities in Wrigleyville. If you attend a game at Wrigley Field, you can enter Gallagher Way two hours before each game for various activities and highlights. Check out these suggestions to add to your itinerary.

Margaret Donahue Park provides a Cubs-themed spot to relax, picnic, and play. Featuring play structures, climbing walls, a splash pad, a picnic area, and a sports turf area, there’s ample room to roam.
Sluggers Bar boasts batting cages and a full arcade on its second level. Tip: Bring cash for the arcade games and batting cages.
Old Time Aquarium is an entertaining venue showcasing captivating aquatic displays, a wide selection of freshwater and saltwater fish, as well as marine invertebrates and corals.
Wrigley Field tours can be booked in advance through the stadium’s website, which gives visitors a behind-the-scenes guided tour.