Here is the “know before you go” I received from UW
by tar (2021-09-24 11:17:43)

In reply to: Parking at Soldier Field  posted by HoundDog1973


This is the one we've all been waiting for. In less than 48 hours we take on Notre Dame at Soldier Field in Chicago. We can't wait to see you there. As a reminder, gates open at 9 a.m. and we are encouraging fans to arrive early! Below is some important information for you to know before heading out on Saturday.

MOBILE TICKETS
• All tickets for Saturday's game are mobile tickets. You should have recieved an email from the Wisconsin Athletic Ticket Office with a link to your mobile tickets to the game. We strongly encourage you to download your tickets in advance and add each ticket individually to your Apple Wallet or Google Pay app for entry. Have your ticket pulled up on your phone BEFORE you approach the entry gate.
• Badgers App: Download and manage your tickets via the Badgers App. Search 'Wisconsin Badgers' in the app store.
• DIGITAL TICKETING FAQs

PARKING
• Very limited parking will be available at Soldier Field Parking Lots (open at 7 a.m.) on the campus due to advanced parking sales. Patrons planning to arrive after 8 a.m. should plan to park at an alternative site. Soldier Field Parking Lots will close at 5 p.m.
• Millennium Park garage will be open with free shuttles running to and from Soldier Field. Pick up will be on lower Randolph (follow signs) and pick up after the game will be along the 18th Street Pedestrian Bridge just south of the stadium. As well, McCormick Place parking Lots B and C will be open to the public. Lot B (McCormick Place West) will offer free shuttle service to and from 18th Street Turnaround.
• Patrons taking ride-share or taxis will be dropped off at the 18th Street Dropoff area. Pick-up after the game is located at Balbo and Columbus.
• MORE INFORMATION

ARRIVE EARLY (Approximate Gate Entry Times)
• In an effort to keep guests safe and provide an enjoyable experience, Soldier Field and the city of Chicago encourage fans to arrive early. Fans are encouraged to arrive early to allow for security secreening, so they are seated by the 11 a.m. kick-off time.

PRE-GAME FUN
• UW PEP RALLY: Come join fellow Badger fans at the official Badgers Pep Rally, held on the north end of the stadium outside of Gate 50 on the North Lawn from 9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. The pep rally features the spirit squad, and Bucky and is free and open to the public.
• ESPN COLLEGE GAMEDAY: The GameDay gang will broadcast live from 8-11 a.m. on the North end of the stadium, outside of Gate 47, and is open to spectators.
• FOX BIG NOON KICKOFF: FOX will broadcast live from 9-10 a.m. on the Great Lawn on the East side of the stadium, and is open to spectators.

IF YOU BRING A BAG, MAKE IT CLEAR
• Fans are allowed to bring in a clear bag (12” x 6” x 12”) OR a 1 gallon clear plastic storage bag OR a clutch no larger than 4.5” x 6.5”
• SOLDIER FIELD CARRY-IN POLICY

BRING A MASK
• Per guidance from the CDC and based on Chicago's current local COVID-19 data, the Chicago Department of Public Health is requiring that everyone age two or older, regardless of vaccination status, wear masks in public indoor settings. The requirement allows masks to be removed while patrons are actively eating or drinking.
• Masking remains optional in outdoor settings, though masks are recommended for unvaccinated individuals in crowded outdoor settings. Some areas considered indoors at Soldier Field include the United Club, Miller Lite Midway, Pro-Shop, North Garage, bathrooms, elevators, and enclosed hallways. Open-air concourse areas and the seating bowl are considered outside.
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IF YOU DON’T FEEL WELL, STAY HOME
• For your safety and the safety of others, Wisconsin Athletics asks fans to please stay home if you aren’t feeling well

CONCESSIONS UPDATE
• Fans can buy concessions at Soldier Field using cash, credit or debit cards, or mobile pay apps. "Tap to Pay" technology will be at all terminals and cashless payment is preferred.

MORE INFORMATION
• For a complete list of Soldier Field policies and gameday activites on Saturday, please visit the Soldier Field website here.