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Cubs 2026 Spring Training FAQ: key dates and fan guide for Sloan Park
The Cubs’ spring calendar is set in Mesa. Pitchers and catchers report Feb. 11, with the first full-squad workout on Feb. 16 [1]. The Cactus League opener is Feb. 20 against the White Sox at Sloan Park, with an exhibition vs. Team Italy on Mar. 3, a Spring Breakout prospects showcase on Mar. 21, and two games against the Yankees on Mar. 23–24 [1]. The final Cactus League tune-up is Mar. 22 versus the Brewers, before Opening Day at Wrigley Field on Mar. 26 [1].For fans, Sloan Park’s complex layout makes it easy to roam between practice fields and the main ballpark, with concessions, kids’ areas and team stores on site [2]. Visit Mesa’s spring resource hub adds parking pointers, neighborhood tips and off-day ideas around the East Valley [3]. A selection of games will air on Marquee Sports Network during camp; check the team’s FAQ and Sloan Park pages for the latest schedule and ballpark operations updates [1][2].