The Chicago Cubs’ 2026 season has been a rollercoaster ride.
A little more than a month before the All-Star break, Craig Counsell’s club has compiled two (!) ten-game win streaks and a ten-game losing streak.
And while the team is wildly unpredictable, this year’s slate of freebie giveaways at Wrigley Field is rock solid. Just a few of our favorites this summer include:
1930s replica jersey
Friday, June 19
National Hot Dog Day cap
Saturday, July 18
2016 World Series anniversary surprise pin
Wednesday, July 22
Wrigley Field marquee night light
Sunday, Aug. 2
Harry Caray bobblehead
Sunday, Aug. 30
That’s not to mention all the other throwback jerseys, bobbleheads, hats, fleeces, sunglasses and themed nights scheduled this summer.
In total, we counted a whopping 35 upcoming giveaway dates.
However, it’s not just the Cubbies — who have big home games against the Cardinals, White Sox, Yankees, Brewers and World Series champion Dodgers while they battle for their first NL Central crown since the COVID-shortened 2020 season — and the giveaways that make a trip to the Friendly Confines so special.
“In my opinion, no ballpark more embodies the essence, spirit and history of baseball more than Wrigley,” My 7th Inning Stretch wrote in a review of the ballpark back in May 2015.
“Wrigley provides a connection to the game as it was in a ‘simpler time’ before massive population and infrastructure growth and before the inundation of technology. The iconic ivy… [is] still there.”
If you’re hoping for a bite to eat, hot dogs, chicken tender baskets, Kraft Mac and Cheese souvenir helmets, Jim Beam cocktails and Kona Brewing Company drafts are just a few of most notable food and drink options on the premises.
Want Need to be there to sing “take me out to the ballpark” this summer?
We’re here to help, Bleacher Bums.
Our team has everything you need to know and more about all the Chicago Cubs 2026 giveaways at Wrigley Field below.
Make sure to use promo code NYPOST10 for $10 off purchases over $250 at checkout (Editor’s Note: this discount is only valid for users’ first purchase on SeatGeek).
When are the Chicago Cubs 2026 giveaways at Wrigley Field?
A complete calendar of all Cubs giveaway home games, including dates, opponents, freebies, special events and links to buy tickets can be found here:
| Chicago Cubs 2026 giveaway dates |
|---|
| Cubs soccer jersey Rockies vs. Cubs Tuesday, June 16 |
| Japanese heritage jersey Rockies vs. Cubs Wednesday, June 17 *special ticket purchase required |
| Cubs 1930s replica jersey Blue Jays vs. Cubs Friday, June 19 |
| Father’s Day T-Shirt Blue Jays vs. Cubs Sunday, June 21 |
| Youth baseball and softball sport sunglasses Blue Jays vs. Cubs Sunday, June 21 *special ticket purchase required |
| University of Notre Dame cap Padres vs. Cubs Monday, June 29 *special ticket purchase required |
| Indiana University cap Padres vs. Cubs Monday, June 29 *special ticket purchase required |
| Purdue University cap Padres vs. Cubs Monday, June 29 *special ticket purchase required |
| University of Iowa cap Padres vs. Cubs Tuesday, June 30 *special ticket purchase required |
| University of Michigan cap Padres vs. Cubs Tuesday, June 30 *special ticket purchase required |
| Michigan State University cap Padres vs. Cubs Tuesday, June 30 *special ticket purchase required |
| Topps Series 2 Baseball Packs Padres vs. Cubs Tuesday, June 30 |
| Clark the Cub building block set Cardinals vs. Cubs Sunday, July 5 |
| Cubs 1940s-50s replica jersey Twins vs. Cubs Friday, July 17 |
| National Hot Dog Day cap Twins vs. Cubs Saturday, July 18 |
| Greek heritage jersey Tigers vs. Cubs Monday, July 20 *special ticket purchase required |
| University of Missouri cap Tigers vs. Cubs Monday, July 20 *special ticket purchase required |
| Cubs x PCA basketball jersey Tigers vs. Cubs Tuesday, July 21 *special ticket purchase required |
| 2016 World Series anniversary surprise pin Tigers vs. Cubs Wednesday, July 22 |
| Cubs 1960s replica jersey Yankees vs. Cubs Friday, July 31 |
| Wrigley Field marquee night light Yankees vs. Cubs Sunday, Aug. 2 |
| Cubs 1960s replica jersey Cardinals vs. Cubs Friday, Aug. 14 |
| Cubs 1990s replica jersey Reds vs. Cubs Friday, Aug. 28 |
| Harry Caray bobblehead Reds vs. Cubs Sunday, Aug. 30 |
| Illinois State University cap Brewers vs. Cubs Monday, Aug. 31 *special ticket purchase required |
| Girls Night Out makeup bag Brewers vs. Cubs Monday, Aug. 31 *special ticket purchase required |
| Armed Forces hoodie and challenge coin Brewers vs. Cubs Tuesday, Sept. 1 *special ticket purchase required |
| First Responder’s quilted fleece and challenge coin Brewers vs. Cubs Wednesday, Sept. 2 *special ticket purchase required |
| Hello Kitty Night Brewers vs. Cubs Thursday, Sept. 3 *special ticket purchase required |
| Youth baseball and softball sport sunglasses Pirates vs. Cubs Sunday, Sept. 13 *special ticket purchase required |
| Sammy Sosa bobblehead Pirates vs. Cubs Sunday, Sept. 13 |
| Deaf inclusive crewneck Braves vs. Cubs Monday, Sept. 14 *special ticket purchase required |
| Northern Illinois University cap Braves vs. Cubs Wednesday, Sept. 16 *special ticket purchase required |
| University of Illinois cap Braves vs. Cubs Wednesday, Sept. 16 *special ticket purchase required |
| Northeastern Illinois University crewneck Braves vs. Cubs Wednesday, Sept. 16 *special ticket purchase required |
Note: Most freebies will be given to the first 5,000 fans. There are exceptions so make sure to arrive at the ballpark early.
For more information about special ticket purchases, click here.
When are the themed games at Wrigley Field in 2026?
Giveaways aren’t the only
| Chicago Cubs 2026 theme game dates |
|---|
| Pride celebration Rockies vs. Cubs Monday, June 15 |
| Juneteenth celebration Blue Jays vs. Cubs Friday, June 19 |
| Chicago day camp group event Padres vs. Cubs Wednesday, July 1 |
| Fourth of July Cardinals vs. Cubs Saturday, July 4 |
| 2016 World Series anniversary celebration Twins vs. Cubs Saturday, July 18 |
| Cubs 150th anniversary celebration Reds vs. Cubs Sunday, Aug. 29 |
| Cubs Hall of Fame induction Reds vs. Cubs Sunday, Aug. 30 |
| Cubs math education event Pirates vs. Cubs Friday, Sept. 11 |
| Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month celebration Braves vs. Cubs Tuesday, Sept. 15 *special ticket purchase required |
| Fan appreciation night Marlins vs. Cubs Thursday, Sept. 24 |
When do the Cubs play at Wrigley Field this summer?
Fans that plan on seeing Nico Hoerner, Pete Crow-Armstrong, Ian Happ and the squad can catch Counsell’s club at home all summer long including a three-game series against their crosstown rival White Sox from Aug. 17-19.
Want to be there (or follow the team on the road)?
Tickets for all Chicago Cubs regular season games from June through September can be grabbed here.
Who else is coming to Wrigley Field this summer?
When the Cubs are away, Wrigley Field will host a number of exciting events these next few months.
These are just five of our favorites you won’t want to miss.
• Mumford and Sons with CAAMP (June 11)
• RÜFÜS DÜ SOL (June 12)
• John Mulaney (July 11)
• Tyler Childers (July 12)
• Noah Kahan (July 14-15)
Plus, you won’t want to miss the Savannah Bananas from July 24-26 when they take on The Firefighters.
Curious who and what else is coming to Wrigley in 2026? Take a look at this of all the games, performers and events to find the day at the ballpark that makes the most sense for you.
This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change.
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