Baseball in Chicago has been a little bleak this year, with the White Sox enduring a historically bad season and the Cubs having an average-at-best go at the bat. If you want a different experience, check out the Chicago Dogs in Rosemont. Named after the city’s iconic street food, the Chicago Dogs have entertained fans since 2018 as members of the American Association of Independent Professional Baseball, an MLB partner.

Head out to Impact Field for an equally family and budget-friendly outing. Much like Chicago’s northside and southside teams, the Chicago Dogs host weekly theme nights like Star Wars Night, Jimmy Buffet Night, Bark at the Ballpark, Mardi Gras, and more at a fraction of the cost. Tickets start as low as $9, making it an affordable way to catch a game.

The Chicago Dogs pride themselves on offering fan appreciation night every night with promotional giveaways or special events such as Saturday fireworks and Family Sundays featuring $3 bottomless popcorn and fountain drinks. On Sundays, fans can enjoy a pregame catch on the field and opportunities for player autographs.

For a great value, visit on Wednesdays for their Weiner Wednesday promotion, selling $1 hot dogs and $2 draft beer. On these days, the Chicago Dogs take the field as the Chicago Wieners for a fun twist.

Meanwhile, Squeeze, a fuzzy yellow mascot resembling a mustard bottle, entertains fans of all ages, while kids near the dugout eagerly await a game ball from their favorite players. The action on the field is just as engaging. The Chicago Dogs play with heart and determination and currently hold third place in their division.

If you can’t make it to the ballpark, you can still catch games by watching the Chicago Dogs on American Association Baseball TV or by tuning in to the Chicago Dogs radio network.

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