Chicago, September 25, 2025
News Summary
Comedian John Mulaney will make history by being the first comedian to headline Wrigley Field in Chicago. The announcement was made during a Cubs game, where he performed ‘Take Me Out to the Ballgame’. Tickets will be available through a presale on the Chicago Cubs’ official website, as part of his ongoing ‘Mister Whatever’ tour, which has additional performances across the United States.
Chicago
John Mulaney will headline Wrigley Field in Chicago on July 11, 2026. He becomes the first comedian to headline the historic venue. The announcement took place during the seventh inning stretch of a Chicago Cubs game on September 23, 2025, and the event will be part of Mulaney’s ongoing tour.
What happened
The announcement was made during the seventh inning stretch of a Chicago Cubs game against the New York Mets on September 23, 2025. During that moment at Wrigley Field, Mulaney sang “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” during the game before revealing his upcoming performance. Organizers confirmed that tickets for the show will first be available through a presale on the Chicago Cubs’ official website.
Key details
- Date and venue: John Mulaney will headline Wrigley Field in Chicago on July 11, 2026.
- Historical note: He becomes the first comedian to headline the historic venue.
- Tour connection: The Wrigley Field performance is part of his ongoing “John Mulaney: Mister Whatever” tour.
- Ticketing: Tickets for the show will first be available through a presale on the Chicago Cubs’ official website.
- Announcement moment: The announcement was made during the seventh inning stretch of a Chicago Cubs game against the New York Mets on September 23, 2025.
Supporting details
The 2026 Wrigley show is one of the few dates announced thus far for the tour. Mulaney has two upcoming shows scheduled at the Wheeler Opera House in Aspen, Colorado, on January 2 and 3, 2026. His “Mister Whatever” tour runs through 2025 with numerous stops across the United States, including cities like Boston, Las Vegas, San Diego, Dallas, Atlanta, and Washington D.C. Additional upcoming performances include a five-night residency at The Wang Theatre in Boston and shows in North Carolina, Detroit, Cleveland, and Dallas.
Mulaney has performed multiple sold-out shows at large venues previously, with stops at Chicago’s United Center, the Hollywood Bowl, and Radio City Music Hall. The Wrigley Field show is expected to draw a much larger crowd than typical comedy theaters; Mulaney estimated the show could draw tens of thousands, and Wrigley Field has a capacity of over 40,000 during baseball games.
Background and context
Wrigley Field has hosted major musical acts in the past, including Paul McCartney, Billy Joel, and Pearl Jam. The July 11, 2026 date will mark the first time a comedy headliner is scheduled at the ballpark. Mulaney grew up in Chicago and is a long-time Cubs fan, a connection organizers and the performer have highlighted as meaningful for the event. He has referenced nostalgic memories tied to Cubs games, including seeing players smoke cigarettes on the field during games, further underscoring the personal significance of performing at Wrigley Field.
Mulaney began the “Mister Whatever” tour earlier in 2025 and has continued with dates throughout the remainder of that year. The Wrigley Field date is being presented as part of that ongoing tour schedule. The performer has also noted the logistical and creative challenges of staging a comedy show in a stadium of this size and indicated plans for pageantry during the Wrigley performance.
Where to find more information
For fans seeking the full list of tour dates and available tickets, A complete list of “Mister Whatever” tour dates is available on Mulaney’s official website. With only a few major dates announced so far, potential attendees are advised to follow official ticketing announcements for presale access and public on-sale timing.
FAQ
When will John Mulaney headline Wrigley Field?
John Mulaney will headline Wrigley Field in Chicago on July 11, 2026.
Who is the first comedian to headline Wrigley Field?
He becomes the first comedian to headline the historic venue.
How was the Wrigley Field show announced?
The announcement was made during the seventh inning stretch of a Chicago Cubs game against the New York Mets on September 23, 2025.
Did Mulaney perform during the announcement?
Mulaney sang “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” during the game before revealing his upcoming performance.
Where will tickets be sold first?
Tickets for the show will first be available through a presale on the Chicago Cubs’ official website.
Is the Wrigley Field show part of a tour?
The Wrigley Field performance is part of his ongoing “John Mulaney: Mister Whatever” tour.
Are there other confirmed dates?
The 2026 Wrigley show is one of the few dates announced thus far for the tour.
What other upcoming shows are confirmed?
Mulaney has two upcoming shows scheduled at the Wheeler Opera House in Aspen, Colorado, on January 2 and 3, 2026.
How long does the tour run and where?
His “Mister Whatever” tour runs through 2025 with numerous stops across the United States, including cities like Boston, Las Vegas, San Diego, Dallas, Atlanta, and Washington D.C.
Where can I find the full tour schedule?
A complete list of “Mister Whatever” tour dates is available on Mulaney’s official website.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Date | July 11, 2026 |
| Venue | Wrigley Field in Chicago |
| First comedian? | Yes; first comedian to headline the historic venue |
| Tour | “John Mulaney: Mister Whatever” tour |
| Ticket presale | Chicago Cubs’ official website |
| Wrigley capacity (baseball) | Over 40,000 |
| Other announced dates | Wheeler Opera House in Aspen, Colorado on January 2 and 3, 2026 |
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Additional Resources
- Hollywood Reporter: John Mulaney to Headline Wrigley Field
- Deadline: John Mulaney Makes History at Wrigley Field
- Rolling Stone: Interview with John Mulaney on Wrigley Field Show
- NBC Chicago: Mulaney’s Historic Performance at Wrigley Field
- Wikipedia: John Mulaney
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