Chicago Kicks Off Hops Ballpark's Concert Series

The iconic band's performance marks the start of the venue's vision to become a premier Pacific Northwest music destination.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 5:23pm

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An abstract, minimalist illustration featuring sharp, geometric black silhouettes representing a rock band on stage, set against a high-contrast background of solid red and white colors, conceptually capturing the energy and excitement of a major concert event.Chicago's landmark performance at the new Hops Ballpark kicks off an exciting new era for the Pacific Northwest's premier outdoor concert venue.Chicago Today

The first concert at the new Hops Ballpark in Portland, Oregon will feature the legendary rock band Chicago, kicking off the venue's plans to transform the baseball field into a year-round community gathering space and premier outdoor concert destination for the Pacific Northwest.

Why it matters

As one of the best-selling and most influential bands in rock history, Chicago's performance at the Hops Ballpark launch event sets an exciting tone for the venue's future. The Hops Ballpark aims to establish itself as more than just a baseball stadium, instead serving as a community hub that brings people together through diverse programming and world-class entertainment.

The details

The Hops Ballpark in Portland, Oregon is embarking on a new vision to become the premier outdoor concert venue in the Pacific Northwest. This first concert featuring the iconic band Chicago marks the start of the venue's plans to host a diverse lineup of performances and year-round programming that will serve as a community gathering space for the entire Portland metro area.

  • The first concert at the new Hops Ballpark will take place on April 16, 2026.

The players

Hops Ballpark

A new outdoor concert venue in Portland, Oregon that aims to transform a baseball field into a premier community gathering space and entertainment destination for the Pacific Northwest.

Chicago

An American rock band that has sold over 100 million records worldwide, charted Top 40 albums in six consecutive decades, and earned 21 Top 10 singles, 11 number-one songs, and five gold-certified singles, cementing their place as one of the best-selling and most influential bands in rock history.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to kick off the Hops Ballpark's concert series and be a part of this exciting new vision for the venue. As one of the most iconic and successful rock bands of all time, we look forward to delivering an unforgettable performance that brings the community together.”

— Robert Lamm, Founding Member, Chicago

What’s next

The Hops Ballpark will continue to announce additional concert and event programming for the 2026 season in the coming months, building towards its goal of becoming a premier Pacific Northwest entertainment destination.

The takeaway

Chicago's performance at the Hops Ballpark launch event signals the venue's ambitious plans to transform a baseball field into a year-round community hub that brings people together through world-class entertainment and diverse programming, establishing itself as a premier outdoor concert destination in the Pacific Northwest.