What Chicago Dogs does

The Chicago Dogs are an independently owned professional baseball team competing in the American Association, playing home games at Impact Field in Rosemont, Illinois. Founded in 2017, the franchise operates out of a purpose-built $63 million ballpark with 6,300 fixed seats, expandable to more than 10,000 for concerts and festivals, seven private seating experiences including six luxury suites, and 850 garage parking spaces. The team's core product is live baseball entertainment — anchored by a ~50-game home schedule each season — augmented by themed promotional nights, fireworks shows, giveaways, and community programs such as Squeeze's Scholars reading initiative for Pre-K through 8th grade students.

The franchise monetizes through five distinct revenue streams: ticket sales (single-game, 6/12/25-game plans, full-season, group experiences, and premium tiers including Rivers Stadium Club and Luxury Suites), concessions and food & beverage operated by Professional Sports Catering (a division of Levy Restaurants), direct-to-consumer merchandise sold through shop.thechicagodogs.com, corporate sponsorships with a roster that includes Impact (naming-rights), Miller Lite, Coca-Cola, Rivers Casino Des Plaines, Vienna Beef, RBC, and Champro Sports, and special events hosting (weddings, corporate meetings, concerts). Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer via thechicagodogs.com and the MLB Tickets platform, with premium packages and corporate groups sold through a dedicated inside sales team. Target segments span families and general fans, corporate clients seeking hospitality and entertainment venues, seniors (Silver Dog Nights at $17), and youth birthday groups starting at $215.

Operationally, the team is supported by a slim front office of approximately 11-50 employees led by President Trish Zuro and VP of Sales & Operations Mackenzie Thomas, supplemented by seasonal game-day staff, host families for players, and an experienced on-field staff. The roster features Field Manager Stan Cliburn (entering his first season with the Dogs after amassing over 2,000 minor-league managerial wins) and Pitching Coach Stu Cliburn, both former MLB players. The team has reached the postseason in three of the past five years (2021 North Division title, 2024, 2025), hosted the 2022 American Association All-Star Game, and is geographically anchored in Rosemont's entertainment district adjacent to O'Hare Airport, with public transit access via the CTA Blue Line and Metra.

Name

Chicago Dogs

Legal name

Chicago Dogs

Website

https://thechicagodogs.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Chicago Dogs are an independently owned American Association professional baseball team playing at Impact Field, a $63 million 6,300-seat ballpark in Rosemont, Illinois, serving families, corporate clients, and seniors through ticketed games, premium hospitality, concessions, merchandise, sponsorships, and special events.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Baseball / Live Sports Entertainment

NAICS

Sports Teams and Clubs (711211), Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (711310), Spectator Sports (71121)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Venue-Owned/Operated Event Organizers (In-House Promoters) (MPAKADAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hospitality, VIP & Experiential Sponsorship (Suites, Fan Zones, On-Site Activations) (MPAKALAH), Licensing, Merchandising & Co-Branded Products (Sponsored Merchandise, Collabs) (MPAKALAE)

Keywords

• Professional baseball team
• Independent baseball league
• Live sports entertainment
• Stadium event hosting
• Minor league tickets

Headquarters

HQ city

Rosamond

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Ticket Sales: Revenue from single game tickets, season ticket packages (6, 12, 25 game plans, and full season), group experiences, and premium seating (Home Plate Box, Rivers Stadium Club, Luxury Suites).
2. Concessions and Food & Beverage: Food and beverage sales through concession stands and premium dining experiences. Concessions catered by Professional Sports Catering, a division of Levy Restaurants. All-inclusive premium buffet at Rivers Stadium Club provided by Levy Restaurants.
3. Merchandise Sales: Online merchandise store selling jerseys, shirts, hats, hoodies, and other team merchandise through shop.thechicagodogs.com.
4. Corporate Sponsorships: Partnerships with local and national brands including Impact (naming rights), Miller Lite, Coca-Cola, Rivers Casino, Vienna Beef, RBC, and others for advertising and promotional placements.
5. Special Events: Revenue from hosting concerts, festivals, weddings, meetings, and banquets at Impact Field which has capacity for more than 10,000 for special events.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Chicago Dogs field an independent professional baseball team competing in the American Association and sell live game entertainment to fans at Impact Field in Rosemont, Illinois. They monetize attendance through single-game tickets, season packages (6, 12, 25, and full-season plans), premium seating (Rivers Stadium Club, Home Plate Box Seats, Luxury Suites), group experiences, senior and birthday packages, and themed promotional nights. Secondary revenue comes from concessions, online team merchandise, corporate sponsorships (Impact, Miller Lite, Coca-Cola, Rivers Casino, Vienna Beef, RBC, etc.), and special-event hosting (concerts, festivals, weddings, banquets) at the 6,300-seat stadium.

Product overview

The Chicago Dogs operate as a professional baseball organization offering a portfolio of live entertainment products centered around American Association baseball games at Impact Field. The core offering consists of game attendance through various ticket tiers: single game tickets, multi-game season packages (6, 12, 25 games, and full season), and premium seating options including the Rivers Stadium Club, Home Plate Box Seats, and private Luxury Suites. Beyond baseball, the organization provides group experiences with catering packages, birthday celebrations, and special theme night events featuring fireworks and giveaways. The product line also includes broadcast streaming, merchandise sales, and community programs such as the Squeeze's Scholars reading initiative.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Single Game Tickets Individual game tickets for Chicago Dogs home games at Impact Field in Rosemont, Illinois, purchased through the MLB Tickets online platform or on-site box office.
• 2026 Season Packages Multi-game ticket packages for the 2026 season offering 6-game, 12-game, 25-game, and full-season options with exclusive benefits including priority access and discounts.
• Group Experiences Private group seating options including party areas with all-inclusive food and beverage packages plus commemorative hats for ticket holders; targeted at corporate groups and large parties.
• Premium Seats (Rivers Stadium Club, Home Plate Box Seats, Luxury Suites) Upscale seating tiers at Impact Field including the Rivers Stadium Club with all-inclusive buffet by Levy Restaurants, Home Plate Box Seats, and 6 Luxury Suites each seating up to 18 guests with a private terrace. Sold via Full Season, 25 Game, and 12 Game premium packages.
• Silver Dog Nights Senior discount program for adults 55+ featuring a $17 bundle (ticket, hot dog, and drink) to select Chicago Dogs games during the 2026 season. Use offer code 'SILVERDOG'.
• Birthday Packages Children's birthday celebration package starting at $215, including 10 reserve tickets, 10 commemorative hats, a team-autographed birthday card, video board and PA birthday wishes, and an on-field appearance. Additional tickets $20.50 each; hot dog, chips and soda voucher $9.00 each.
• Theme Nights and Promotional Events Special event nights including Star Wars, Elvis, Neil Diamond, St. Patrick's Day, and Bark at the Ballpark theme nights, plus weekly fireworks shows and giveaways. The 2026 promotional calendar features 16 fireworks nights, 14 giveaways, and 12 theme nights.
• Special Events Hosting at Impact Field Venue rental of Impact Field for concerts, festivals, weddings, meetings, and banquets; the ballpark has a capacity of more than 10,000 for special-event use.
• Team Merchandise Official Chicago Dogs merchandise including jerseys, shirts, hats, and hoodies sold through the online team store at shop.thechicagodogs.com.
• Live Broadcasts (American Association Baseball TV and Chicago Dogs Radio Network) Live online video broadcasts of every Chicago Dogs home game via American Association Baseball TV and audio coverage of road games via the Chicago Dogs Radio Network on Mixlr.
• Concessions and Food & Beverage Food and beverage sales at Impact Field concession stands plus an all-inclusive premium buffet at the Rivers Stadium Club, catered by Professional Sports Catering, a division of Levy Restaurants.
• Corporate Sponsorship Program Sponsorship and advertising partnerships with national and regional brands including Impact (stadium naming rights), RBC (presenting sponsor), Miller Lite, Coca-Cola (Great Lakes Coca-Cola), Rivers Casino Des Plaines, Vienna Beef, Champro Sports, Jets Pizza, and LRS Recycles.

Quantifiable outcome

• Playoff contender - Clinched North Division Title 2021, postseason appearances 2024 and 2025
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Impact (impactmybiz.com)flagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerImpact is the naming rights sponsor of Impact Field. Impact is the largest privately-owned managed service provider in the country providing IT, cybersecurity, AI, marketing, and print services. The partnership provides the team with world-class facilities and operational support.
• Miller LitecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial beer sponsor of the Chicago Dogs. Featured prominently in partner logo sections of the website.
• Coca-Cola (Great Lakes Coca-Cola)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial beverage sponsor providing soft drinks and refreshments at Impact Field concessions.
• Rivers Casino Des PlainescoreGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal casino partner providing gaming and dining partnership with the team.
• Vienna BeefcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerIconic Chicago hot dog manufacturer and food partner, aligning with the team's Chicago Dogs brand identity.
• RBC (R Bank Chicago)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor of the Chicago Dogs. Regional bank providing financial services partnership.
• Champro SportsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSports equipment and apparel manufacturer partner for team equipment needs.
• Jets PizzaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal pizza chain providing food partner services at ballpark concessions.
• LRS RecyclesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRecycling services partner supporting sustainability initiatives at Impact Field.
• Levy RestaurantscoreOthersProfessional Sports Catering, a division of Levy Restaurants, provides all food and beverage concessions at Impact Field including the premium all-inclusive buffet at the Rivers Stadium Club.
• Village of RosemontcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal government partnership. The Village of Rosemont is home to Impact Field, located in Rosemont's entertainment district near O'Hare Airport.

Scale indicators5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/TheChicagoDogs
• Facebookfacebook.com/TheChicagoDogs
• Instagraminstagram.com/thechicagodogs
• TikToktiktok.com/@thechicagodogs

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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M&A

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