The first-place winner gets a Wiener’s Circle gift card, merchandise and bragging rights.
Staff there say despite the weather and Sunday’s heartbreaking loss, this event about paying tribute to this team, to Caleb and more importantly, to have a little fun.
“We still decided to have it because, why not? Why cancel it? We still had a great season we still love Caleb, we love Ben, we love the entire Bears team so why not,” said Wiener’s Circle crew member Ragen Eggert.
A Chicago Bears fan before an wild-card playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers, Saturday, Jan.10, 2026, in Chicago.
AP Photo/Jeffrey Phelps
Kickoff
Kickoff is set for 5:30 p.m. CT at Soldier Field, and the game will air on NBC.
Staying Warm
If you’re headed to Soldier Field to see the game, here’s what you need to know:
-Battery-operated clothing is permitted; however, you may be subject to additional security screening.
-Warming centers will be located at Loop Landing (behind Section 146), on the Service Level down the southwest tunnel near the Dr Pepper Patio, NW colonnade (situated on the tiled landing at the top of the stairs by Gate 31) and on the south side of the colonnades.
-Fans may not take cardboard to sit or stand on.
-Blankets are allowed at Soldier Field. The stadium says fans may carry them in hand or in an approved clear bag.
The winner of Sunday’s game will go on to the NFC Championship to face the Seahawks in Seattle.
Chicago Bears flag after touchdown during NFL Game between Chicago Bears and Jacksonville Jaguars at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Sunday ,Oct. 13, 2024 in London.
