Chicago Fire to break ground on stadium at The 78 site in South Loop
By Stephanie Wade
Published on March 3, 2026.
The Chicago Fire is set to break ground on its new $750 million stadium at The 78 site in South Chicago. The project includes a new stadium, businesses, parks, and new apartments. However, some residents are concerned about gentrification in nearby neighborhoods. They want an agreement that includes affordable housing protections, local job commitments, transportation planning, and environmental safeguards. The stadium is expected to seat over 22,000 and generate an economic impact of $8 billion.
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