DOUBLE PLAY DAY This…read moreno-frills ballpark is fine for catching a game even though a handful of things are lacking. Downtown Joliet is home to Duly Health & Care Field, a small stadium that seats a mere 6,016 fans.  It was built in 2002 and renovated in 2018; the Joliet Slammers (née Joliet Jackhammers) of the Frontier League have called this place home for the last 24 years. The field itself is artificial turf, which I'm not a fan of, and I seriously doubt players prefer this to how real grass plays and feels.  Dimensions to the outfield wall are similar to the major leagues: 348ft to deep left, 400ft to straightaway center, 327ft to the right field foul pole. I came here on 5/20/26 for a 10am Wednesday morning game, a rarity for professional baseball.  This early start coincided with 'Education Day' and featured plenty of screaming school children in attendance.  Our group reserved a suite, and it was smaller than we expected. The food was basic though nonetheless appreciated.  In my mind, I'd envisioned a hearty breakfast spread for a 10am start, but in reality it was much simpler: hot dogs w/sauerkraut and toppings, chicken poppers, pasta salad, chips, cookies, and soft drinks.  Around the 3rd inning, they brought out cheese, pepperoni, and sausage pizzas. There was a bar just down the corridor on the suite level and I enjoyed a couple bloody mary's before switching to the bartender's cocktail-du-jour, a moonshine punch made with a hefty pour of booze.  After I tipped him, he asked me to leave a good word with management at least ~three~ times, which came off as pushy (and awkward). Some ballparks have majestic views, unfortunately Duly Health & Care Field is not among them.  Beyond right field is old Joliet Central high school (ick), past center field is a parking lot, and a fire station can be seen outside left field.  The overall landscape was that of a concrete jungle and I was not impressed. Ecolab is one of the Slammers' major sponsors (there's a large ad under the scoreboard, on the outfield wall, and on the back of their printed schedule), so I was stunned to see that the soap dispensers in the bathroom were....not ours!  Excuse me??  How dare you cheat on us!  "Uhhh honey, I can explain, you see, I still love you but uh, the other guys offered me a better deal on wholesale pricing!"   * TL;DR * It's not the major leagues (or even the minors), but at the end of the day you're still seeing a pro baseball game, and that's cool. Duly Health & Care Field is very modest in its capacity and amenities.  It's a smaller park with smaller-scale operations, so adjust your expectations accordingly (for comparison, the Kane County Cougars play in Geneva, IL at a venue that seats 11K people, nearly twice that of here). Food service was adequate and staff were relatively friendly, however the aesthetics leave a lot to be desired.  This is a perfectly serviceable ballpark, nothing more.

This is such a unique and small stadium!…read more Parking is free if you choose the right lot. This stadium technically doesn't have its own parking lot. However all of the parking meters are free after 5pm. There is also a large lot next to the train station that is free after 5pm. The sign will say "$8". However in fine print it will say that it's only that price until 5pm. This stadium is a beautiful and small stadium. Every seat has a great view! We did notice that for most of the game the first baseline was in the sun. So if you're looking for shade pick a seat on the 3rd base side. For most of the game it was sunny due to the game starting at 6pm. Definitely check their instagram before arriving. They will sometimes post special deals for the game. When I went they had $2 hot dogs. This stadium has a very small gift shop but truly has so many wonderful things in it. Overall such a great experience and amazing stadium!

Do you root, root, root for the Cubbies? Or are you from out-of-town and looking for a fantastic…read morebaseball experience?! (Which by the way, if you're debating between going to a Cubs or Sox game... I HIGHLY recommend the Cubs at Wrigley, because that's the Chicago way!) Gather 'round folks, pull up a chair, grab your favorite brewski, and let me tell ya all about my favorite ball park in the WORLD; Wrigley Field! Firstly, what's not to love about Wrigley Field? As a lifelong fan, I am enamored by the environment everytime I go! Wrigley Field is ICONINC, with a vibrant and lively neighborhood full of fantastic bars, eateries, friendly fans, and an overall impeccable vibe. Known as the "Friendly Confines", this is a MUST-VISIT spot, to catch a ball game, watch some great baseball, sip on a crisp/cold beer, and to munch on some classic stadium snacks. While yes, the drinks and food are quite pricey, that seems to be the way of baseball stadiums these days. It's worth every penny, in my opinion, to witness a game here. The beautiful ivy-covered outfield walls, the Marquee sign outside of the ballpark that one MUST take a photo with every game, the hand-operated scoreboard, the electrifying atmosphere, the sensation of having a Chicago dog or Cubs-hat-nachos in a beautifully historic ballpark, and getting to experience the "Go Cubs Go!" song after the Cubs win?! It's truly an out-of-this-world experience that I heartfully cherish every time I go. The entrance and security moves pretty quickly, the restrooms are clean, there are bottle refilling stations and water fountains, and plenty of shops to purchase Cubs merch at! Whether you're a lifelong/die-hard Cubs fan like myself, or a visitor looking for a true Chicago experience, Wrigley Field is THAT GIRL. Give her a visit and enjoy your time at the Friendly Confines!

Attended the 150th anniversary event…read more Met several Cub greats Saw parts of the ball park I've never seen before Met the owner of the Cubs and several people for running the great oil machine Bring a life long Cub fan definitely made this day more special that I could have ever imagined. Very cool to say the least !

Went to our first Windy City Bulls game and I was not sure what to expect. We decided to go since…read moreit was Filipino Heritage Night. The Windy City Bulls wore Philippine themed jerseys which was pretty cool. Throughout the night they celebrated or talked about the Philippines and the history. They opened with the Philippine National Anthem followed by the United States National Anthem. For the first 2,000 fans, they gave away a toy Jeepney and if you wanted a special hat, you had to purchase it with the admission ticket. The game was entertaining and the Bulls won! What I really loved about it was it was very kid friendly and all the kids loved it. The were really involved and were into the game! The big screen and score was not over the court like most arenas, but it was off to the side. The benefit of that was the screen was bigger than the normal over the court screen. Overall, I really liked the arena, the game and the way they made it kid focused. What a great way to get the younger kids to love Bulls basketball. Parking was free and it took sometime to get out but once you got past the main lot entry, it was smooth sailing (unless you were trying to get to the 90 Interstate. I would go to another game for sure! I highly recommend going if you have little ones that loves basketball.

We attended the Now Arena for the PCB Rodeo. We rented a suite for our large group. They offered a…read morecouple packages for food and beverages. It was an amazing time, service was great!

Vietnam Wall of Remembrance 2023…read more November 9-13 Riverwalk Grand Pavilion more information... https://www.napervilleparks.org/VietnamWallofRemembrance Thank you for your sacrifices, for your valor, for the things you carry, for protecting us, and for defending our rights. Thank you to all our veterans for your courage, strength and dedication to keeping us safe.

As expected, this arena is pretty pricey for food and drink (estimate $50 for 2 large drink cans)…read morebut I like the ease of getting in and out of this location. For comparison sake, I really liked the intimacy, vibe and look of nearby Rosemont Theatre for a smaller concert. There are plenty of local restaurants to dine at before a show. However, be prepared to wait in long restaurant and traffic lines to get in and park or exit a concert. Patience will definitely be needed. If you are using shared ride or getting picked up, walk to nearby Target or Ross Stores and get dropped off or picked up there instead. Although it was a Summer night, I am glad I opted for gym shoes vs. sandals, as the much used bathrooms had wet, disgusting floors and the Ladies room layout is very strange. There are two hallways of stalls but you have to walk back towards to stalls to use the hand dryers. Definitely not a well designed layout. But closed toe shoes are a must, in my opinion. For a concert (we saw Styx and Chicago) you can hear and see pretty well from section 101, Row H. Stairs can be challenging to navigate without a railing but ushers help light the stairs if it is dark. I have bad knees so I took the stairs very slow, so as not to trip...or spill my expensive drink either!

I have been seeing concerts and sporting events since this arena opened in 1980. Seats are somewhat…read moretight but you should have pretty good views and the sound quality is good depending on the sound technician. There are various food and beverage vendors throughout as well as a number of restrooms. The biggest complaint is the parking. Overpriced and very slow to get in and out. Overall,a decent place to see events outside of Chicago.

I went here to watch the fireworks and I couldn't hardly hear the music. They need a sound system…read morethat works well, and lots of speakers. Please fix this!

Great place to watch a football game. During the taste of Joliet, this place fills up quickly. When…read moreleaving, the police are out to control the traffic and there is a new traffic light that was just installed a few months ago b

What a beautiful day for bubbles!…read more This is a fun, family friendly event! Interested in an untimed 5K filled with colorful bubbles and foam along the course? Trust me, this is the one you want. I had so much fun. Yes, you will get wet. Save those comfy gym shoes you were thinking of tossing for this day. Don't wear that cute workout set but do plan for comfort. Once you cross the finish line and collect your medal, you can stay and party with the live DJ. Or check out some of the food trucks or ice cream and drink vendors. Love the good 20$ parking. See you next year Bubble Run!

FuelFest Chicago was such a great experience From the incredible cars and high-energy atmosphere to…read moreconnecting with fellow car enthusiasts, there was so much to see and enjoy. Definitely an event worth experiencing if you love car culture!

REALLY SHOW THE TRUTH, the place has become a toilet after new owners reopened.It is so sad how bad…read morethis once great track has become, Gen admit has become the worst,the fan treatment is crazy, like a complete after thought. I am a bit mad I have to go to BIR to see a race now,Great family place,no bs like 66. shame on ya hay owner go see I'm not lying like you're bs reviews.,

Route 66 Raceway - the good and the bad. One man's perspective. First time here and I had high…read morehopes. First, it's a nice track. Plenty of seating, although for some reason many sections were empty/closed off to fans. Lots of food and beverage here, but my gripes are no cash, only cards. Not a fan. As for beer choices, it's all light beer. Mass produced Bud products, which I would rather drink tepid pond water. Parking - unless you arrive very early on a Nationals weekend, you'll be parking far away and walking a long distance. Even handicapped. No shuttles to be found anywhere. Food prices are a little high for burgers, sausages, etc. but what isn't nowadays. (Example $12 for a footlong corn dog. $15 for a ten inch Italian sausage. $8 for beers) As I said earlier, lots of walking. We parked on one side of the track and our seats were on the other side; meaning a long walk all the way around the track. One nice thing is you can walk all thru the pits and meet drivers and crew. Take pictures, etc. Oh, one more gripe was I could not reach anyone at the track via phone or email to ask questions. An 800 number directed me e to be a NASCAR ticket service. They gave me another 800 number which referred me back to the other number. My email I sent was never answered. All in all, not a completely bad experience, but it could be much better. Bring hats and sunscreen! You can park and tailgate if you wish.

They only have soccer. There will never be a professional soccer player in this area. And they have…read morefields open at the worst times.

I go there to play soccer at sports Center2 and it is not to bad and it is very niceread more

Just like with most things in Gary - I really don't have that much to say! Lol Graduating from…read moreIndiana University with my Master's is what brought me here. I'd always passed the place hopping off of the skyway from Chicago but always thought it looked like a creepy, empty place that could be the scene for a scary movie. The place actually is bigger and nicer on the inside than I thought. Held our graduation well and there was more than enough room for friends and family. Parking was a bit of a hassle but with an event like graduation, what's to be expected? We got ushered out of there quickly when it ended. They didn't want the rift raft tearing down the last recognizable building in the city. *shrug*

It is one of two places in Gary to see a show (West Side HS would be #2). However, I've been to…read moremany shows here with positive experiences. All the big names/concert come here when visiting Gary. The city host their large events here, like MLK, Jr day. Overall the shows here are good quality for the city and the surrounding areas. However, I have also seen the Genesis Center used for major shows, such as the Ms. USA pageants that Trump brought to the city in the early 00's, which was top quality. So the Genesis Center can do really great shows, as the place has been kept up mainly due to the use of the Steelcats team. Yes, you are coming to Gary, IN for entertainment. However, it does not mean that you will miss out on receiving a top ranked experience due to the location. The Genesis Center is more than able to provide a quality show.