After being away from Soldier Field for over a month, the Bears will be back at home Nov. 10 to host the Patriots. In conjunction with Sunday's game, the club is also introducing two new features exclusive to the United Club.
Reusable Cup Program
The Bears are launching a reusable cup pilot program inside the United Club in partnership with Dr Pepper to continue the team's commitment to enhancing sustainability efforts on gameday, reducing single-use waste and promoting environmental responsibility among fans.
The club is also collaborating with ASM Global, Levy and Bold Reuse to bring the program to more than 8,000 fans in the United Club at each remaining home game this season.
"We are thrilled to partner with Keurig Dr Pepper and Bold Reuse in supporting a gameday reuse program in the NFL," senior vice president of operations & sustainability Paul Neurauter said. "As we broaden our sustainability efforts, identifying solutions that foster a more sustainable approach to our Gameday operations is a priority for the Chicago Bears. Through this partnership, we are excited about the impact this program will have on reducing single-use plastic waste that is generated on gamedays."
At no additional cost, fans will receive a reusable cup — which varies from 9 oz. wine cups to 20 oz. domestic draft beer cups — from a concession stand and then return it to a marked collection bin when finished. Following the game, janitorial and environmental services will collect the cups and Bold Reuse — a female-owned and operated global leader in reusable packing systems — will complete the pickup, cleaning, sanitizing and return process.
Implementing the reusable cups is a continuation of the club's prioritization on sustainability. In recent years, the Bears have introduced other programs such as oil recycling and conversion, water usage reduction and material recycling.
"With the participation and support from our entire organization, we've implemented numerous successful initiatives across our Halas Hall campus," manager of building services at Halas Hall Zack Bero said. "This pilot is a perfect opportunity to expand our focus to Soldier Field and engage with our fans on gameday."
Premium Dining Options
Two new premium food and beverage experiences are also coming to the United Club, in partnership with Levy Restaurants, to provide an upgraded gameday for fans.
The International Room will be active for the Nov. 10 game against the Patriots while the City Room will debut Nov. 17 against the Packers. Passes for both rooms are available for purchase now for the remainder of the season at https://www.chicagobears.com/game-day/premium-club-experiences. In order to purchase the upgraded experience, fans must first have United Club tickets.
"The Bears are excited to finally bring these elevated spaces to life in the United Club at Soldier Field," director of premium seat sales and customer service Brendan Pierce said. "With the help of Levy's vision for transforming these rooms into exceptional experiences for our premium seat holders, we are able to deliver first-in-class hospitality and create special moments within the traditional gameday atmosphere."
The International Room features a globally inspired menu that will vary each game and is curated by renowned chefs and sommeliers. Guests can expect thoughtfully crafted wine selections, specialty cocktails and a top shelf bar program in an upscale, intimate setting.
The bespoke experience is limited to 60 guests and includes premium food and beverage beginning two hours before kickoff, during the action and continuing one hour after the game with social hour, full bar snacks and small bites.
The City Room will pay homage to Chicago's food culture with a menu highlighting the city's top fare and a robust bar program offering favorite mixed drinks, craft beers and paired wines. The premium experience is limited to 80 guests, with the same pre- and postgame timing as the International Room.
