If you’re a Cubs fan in Rockford, you might want to consider calling in “strategically unavailable” on Thursday.
In honor of single-game tickets going on sale Friday, the Chicago Cubs are celebrating their 150th anniversary as a National League franchise by scattering life-sized bobbleheads across Chicago, and yes, this is real.
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Where to Find the Chicago Cubs Bobbleheads in Chicago
The larger-than-life figures will pop up at:
7:30–8 a.m. – Chicago Union Station (Ben Zobrist)8:45–9:15 a.m. – Tribune Tower (Sammy Sosa)10–10:30 a.m. – 875 North Michigan Avenue (Kerry Wood)11:15–11:45 a.m. – DePaul University Lincoln Park campus (giant mystery box + 2016 World Series trophy)
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How Chicago Cubs Fans Can Win Free Tickets
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The first 150 people to find each bobblehead (or bobblehead box) will score a pair of regular-season tickets. There will also be complimentary donuts and Cubs-branded gear at every stop.
Why Cubs Fans in Rockford Should Make the Drive
This isn’t just a giveaway. It’s a one-day, city-wide scavenger hunt celebrating 150 years of Cubs history… featuring legends like Kerry Wood, Sammy Sosa, and Ben Zobrist.
Single-game tickets officially go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday at cubs.com/tickets.
But if you want free seats?
Thursday morning. Chicago. Don’t be late.
More details at wgntv.com.
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