SoxFest Live returns to Bridgeport’s Ramova Theater this weekend after a successful first year in 2025. The two-day event runs Friday and Saturday, January 30–31, with select tickets to the second night still available.
If you’re planning to make the trip, here are a few things to know before you go.
Schedule of Events
New to this year’s two-day celebration, the organization’s annual Winter with the White Sox event takes over the first night of SoxFest Live. The exclusive evening reserved for season ticket holders will include the following:
- Access to Ramova Theatre’s Levels 1 and 2 (main stage floor, loft area, second-floor balcony and taproom)
- Opportunities to mingle with current White Sox players and coaches throughout the evening, including clubhouse-inspired programs and conversations
- Complimentary light bites and drinks, and an energetic atmosphere that brings them closer to the team at the heart of the SoxFest Live experience
On Saturday, the rest of the fan base will be welcomed in, with the following events scheduled:
Doors open Friday at 5:30 p.m. with Opening Ceremonies beginning at 6:20 p.m. On Saturday, doors will open a half hour earlier at 5:00 p.m. with Opening Ceremonies beginning at 6:00 p.m.
General admission and premium tickets for the MVP Experience on Saturday can be bought through Tixr on the Ramova Theatre website, ramovachicago.com.
Attendees
White Sox VIP
- Sam Antonacci
- Anthony Kay
- Davis Martin
- Tanner McDougal
- Chase Meidroth
- Colson Montgomery
- Shane Smith
- Grant Taylor
- Kyle Teel
- Miguel Vargas
- Will Venable
- Chris Getz
- Bo Jackson
Broadcast Talent
- Brooke Fletcher
- Chuck Garfien
- Len Kasper
- Connor McKnight
- John Schriffen
Entertainment
- The Simple Remedy
- Aya Ito and The Banditos
- DJ Metro, DJ Zel
Sox On 35th
- Jordan Lazowski
- Brett Haffner
- Duke Coughlin
- Nikhil Gaur
- Tim Moran
Parking
For fans driving to the Ramova Theater, street parking may be available. If not, the team will be providing complimentary parking at Rate Field’s Lot B like last year. A free shuttle will start one hour before the event and run every 20 minutes.
If you are parking at the stadium, enter Lot B via 34th Street and Shields Avenue.
Autographs
The White Sox warn that autographs may be limited given the focus on live player programming and entertainment on the main stage. However, fans will still have opportunities for meet-and-greets with White Sox dignitaries at various locations throughout the venue.
If you’re looking to bring memorabilia, keep in mind that bats and other larger items are not permitted inside the theatre. The Ramova Theatre bag policy allows guests to bring in bags no larger than 12” x 12” x 6.” Select items, including baseball cards, photos, and hats that fit inside these bag dimensions, will be permitted.
Visit Ramova’s website for more information at ramovachicago.com/faqs.
SoxFest Kids Camp
The always popular SoxFest Kids Camp returns on the morning of Saturday, January 31.
he White Sox will hold a Kids Camp, presented by Wintrust Junior Savers Club®, on Saturday, January 31, from 9-11 a.m. at the Chicago Park District’s ComEd Rec Center near Pilsen. Young baseball and softball players are invited to learn from the White Sox youth coaching staff that includes former players and coaches from some of the area’s top travel programs. Rotating through a series of fun and instructional baseball activities, such as hitting, pitching and fielding drills, participants also will meet White Sox players scheduled to attend. Registration is open now for $35 at whitesox.com/soxfestlive.
For more about this weekend’s festivities, check out whitesox.com/soxfestlive.
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