It Takes an Exceptional City to Build an Extraordinary New Neighborhood
There are 77 neighborhoods in Chicago. This will be the 78th.
Set along a half-mile of riverfront, The 78 is a remarkable 62-acre site that will fuse neighborhood retail, offices, sports and entertainment and outdoor recreational spaces into a groundbreaking new neighborhood — one that will challenge how we think about ourselves, and how the world thinks about Chicago.
The 78 Announces The Chicago Fire FC
We're excited to announce a game-changing new development at The 78— The Chicago Fire, under the leadership of Owner and Chairman Joe Mansueto, have unveiled plans for a privately funded soccer-specific stadium at the northern end of the site. This world-class, 22,000 seat facility will anchor the first phase of the broader master plan and is expected to open in time for the 2028 season.
But the stadium is just the beginning. The initial phase of The 78 will include other community-serving uses designed to enhance the matchday experience and support year-round activation. We look forward to sharing details as plans develop.
A Riverfront Community for All of Chicago
When completed, The 78 will be a vibrant, year-round destination featuring a bustling riverfront dedicated to recreation, dining and culture and connected to the city's famed Riverwalk. Chicagoans and visitors alike will be drawn to this easily navigable new community that will connect to the neighborhoods around it: South Loop, Chinatown, Bronzeville, Bridgeport, UIC/Little Italy and Pilsen. Whatever draws people to The 78- whether they come to live, work or play- they'll be welcomed by a neighborhood that stands out even as it fits right in.
Now Open: Chicago Sport & Social Club Activation
As part of our commitment to community engagement and placemaking, The 78 is excited to announce the interim activation of its scenic riverfront with Bridge Sports Chicago. Now open, this 5-acre sports park offers residents and visitors access to a professional-grade soccer turf field, baseball and softball fields, 10 pickleball courts and two tennis courts.
Operated by Chicago Sport and Social Club, with pickleball and tennis courts managed by Big City Pickle, Bridge Sports Chicago hosts leagues and clinics taught by certified instructors and open play sessions against a backdrop of skyline and river views.
This temporary installation expands recreational opportunities for local residents as The 78's long-term development plans are finalized, reinforcing our vision of creating a dynamic, inclusive riverfront community.
Our Community Commitment
The 78 will bring significant economic activity to the city. We’re making strategic investments in Chicago’s workforce and along the construction supply chain — as a model for socially-responsible development.
All Roads Lead to The 78
Located at Roosevelt and the river, The 78 is close to the Loop and expands the borders of the downtown area to better connect with historic Chicago neighborhoods. The campus will be accessible via multiple modes of alternative transit, including river, road, rail and trail — making it one of the fastest commutes in the city.
