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Cubs set 2026 spring slate at Sloan Park: dates, tickets and fan tips
Mesa mornings at Sloan Park are back, and the Cubs’ spring calendar is locked in. Pitchers and catchers report Feb. 11, with the first full-squad workout Feb. 16. The Cactus League opener is Feb. 20 against the White Sox at Sloan Park [1][3].An 18-game home slate at Sloan Park anchors camp, with the prospects’ Spring Breakout set for March 21 against the Padres at the complex [4]. Other featured dates include an exhibition vs. Team Italy on March 3 [3], the final listed Cactus League game March 22 vs. the Brewers [1], and exhibitions vs. the Yankees in Mesa March 23–24. Opening Day follows at Wrigley Field on March 26 [3].For fans, the practice fields west of the ballpark offer close access to morning workouts via a walkway that connects the complex to the stadium [1]. Shade is at a premium, parking typically runs about $20, and ticket options include single-game seats and a customizable multi-game plan [2][4]. Expect big outfield berms, rotating local food vendors, a dedicated autograph area, and easy lodging at the adjacent Sheraton and Courtyard at Wrigleyville West, plus free game-day shuttles from nearby shopping centers [4]. For first-timers, the club’s fan guide also maps seating tips and on-site logistics [2].