Bears President Warren Details Arlington Heights Stadium Plans, Targets Super Bowl 2031

Chicago Bears President and CEO Kevin Warren has reaffirmed the team's commitment to building a new stadium in Arlington Heights, emphasizing that the project will require no state funding for construction. Warren outlined plans to finalize stadium details in 2025, aiming to open the venue by 2030 to enable the Bears to bid to host a Super Bowl as soon as 2031. The stadium, featuring a fixed roof and improved fan amenities including Metra transportation access, is expected to create significant economic impact with thousands of construction and permanent jobs. The Bears have been working closely with Arlington Heights officials on infrastructure and property tax agreements, with ongoing efforts to secure necessary legislative support for property tax negotiations. Warren stressed that while the team belongs to Chicago, it also represents the wider state and beyond, viewing the new stadium as a way to expand reach and elevate the fan experience. Despite some uncertainties and legislative hurdles, both the Bears and Arlington Heights officials express optimism about moving forward with the stadium project on the 326-acre former Arlington Park site.