CHICAGO (August 25, 2026) – Chicago Stars FC announced the club will host its 2027 home matches at the picturesque Martin Stadium on Northwestern University’s campus in Evanston, IL. The announcement follows a successful partnership with Northwestern University, a warm welcome from members of the Evanston community, and increased fan attendance throughout the first half of the 2026 season. To celebrate the announcement, 2027 season ticket deposits are available now for the Stars’ upcoming NWSL season.”
We’re grateful to Northwestern University for their continued partnership and support as we build on our club’s momentum at our newfound home on the lakefront,” said Chicago Stars FC President Karen Leetzow. “Playing another season at Martin Stadium will allow us to continue to enhance the fan experience while providing the north shore with access to amazing athletes and the highest level of women’s professional soccer to serve as inspiration and entertainment for people of all ages.
“Beginning today, fans can place their deposits for 2027 season tickets. Chicago Stars Season Ticket Memberships provide supporters with the ultimate matchday experience, including tickets to all 15 home matches at Martin Stadium in Evanston and an exclusive package of year-round benefits. Members enjoy the convenience of the same seat for every match, a flexible ticket exchange program, exclusive member events, an annual gift, and priority access to playoff tickets. Additional perks include 15% off merchandise, 50% off parking, and an exclusive entry line into the stadium for season ticket members on match days.
New perks for the 2027 Season Ticket Members will also include access to a Chicago Stars open practice, 15% off concessions excluding alcohol, and a new post-match private Season Ticket Member Autograph Zone. Members also receive suite rental credits and additional ticket vouchers, making a Season Ticket Membership the best way to experience every moment of the 2027 Chicago Stars season.
Sitting on the shore of Lake Michigan with stunning views of the Chicago skyline, Martin Stadium has made professional women’s soccer in Chicagoland more accessible than ever to fans all over Chicago and surrounding areas with access via public transportation.
Members of the Evanston community have also embraced the Stars at events like Evanston Night Markets, Unity Fest, World Cup watch parties and more. In addition, the Stars continue to invest in Evanston through sponsoring local events like the Kuumba Olympics, hosting youth soccer clinics in Evanston, as well partnering with district organizations like Main-Dempster Mile, Downtown Evanston, Central Street Evanston. The Stars will host its next Future Stars Fest presented by Wintrust – the club’s premier, revamped girl-first programming – at Evanston Township High School on October 11.
“Martin Stadium is more than just a place for us to play,” said Chicago Stars Director of Community and Government Relations Noelle Schmitt. “We’ve begun building meaningful relationships and connections with people and organizations in Evanston and the surrounding communities. Through these ongoing partnerships, we can have an impact that goes far beyond just the 90 minutes of play. Together, we’ve begun to develop coordinated programming and are setting the groundwork that will have tangible and visible effects on girls’ lives.”
Fans looking to show their support and experience the club’s unique and vibrant match day have just a handful of chances left to do so before the 2026 season concludes by visiting chicagostars.com/tickets. The Stars travel to face Denver Summit FC on Aug. 29 and will be back at home on Sunday, Sept. 6 to take on North Carolina Courage at 3 p.m. CT during the club’s Hello Kitty Day theme match.