Oasis to Play Soldier Field in First U.S. Concert in 16 Years
CHICAGO, IL — For the first time in more than a decade, Oasis will perform in the United States, bringing their Live ’25 reunion tour to Soldier Field on Thursday, August 28. The concert marks the Gallagher brothers’ long-awaited return to Chicago, their only Midwest stop on a North American leg that includes just five cities.
Concert Details
The show begins at 7:30 p.m., with Cage The Elephant opening the night after recently performing at Lollapalooza. Soldier Field parking lots open at 3:30 p.m., gates at 5:30 p.m., and fans are advised to review the venue’s bag policy in advance at soldierfield.com.
Tickets sold out within minutes of going on sale, but resale options remain available via SeatGeek and the official Oasis website.
Fan Pop-Up Shop in Wicker Park
Ahead of the concert, Oasis will open a pop-up fan store at 1421 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Wicker Park, beginning Tuesday at 10 a.m. Similar pop-ups in Toronto drew long lines of fans eager to purchase exclusive tour merchandise, including T-shirts, prints, tour vinyl, and the limited Adidas Originals x Oasis collection.
Weather and Transportation
The National Weather Service forecasts a partly sunny day with a high near 73°F and a low in the low 60s, with a chance of morning showers.
For drivers, parking passes ($60) can be purchased at soldierfieldparking.com. Public transit is recommended, with the Roosevelt Station (Red, Orange, and Green lines) less than a mile from Soldier Field. Bus routes 146 Inner Lake Shore/Michigan Express and 130 also stop nearby.
Ride-share users should plan for drop-off at the 18th Drive turnaround west of DuSable Lake Shore Drive. Post-concert pickup will be at Columbus Drive and Balbo Drive.
Oasis’ Legacy
Oasis last played the United States in 2009 before their breakup. The Gallagher brothers’ reunion has become one of the biggest stories in global music this year, with shows selling out across Europe and South America.
The band’s 1995 album “(What’s the Story) Morning Glory?” remains one of the best-selling records of all time, producing hits like “Wonderwall,” “Champagne Supernova,” and “Don’t Look Back in Anger.” Their influence extended beyond music into pop culture, with Noel Gallagher once quipping in 1996 that Oasis were “bigger than The Beatles.”
What to Expect in Chicago
At their rain-soaked Toronto kickoff, Oasis performed a 23-song setlist that included fan favorites like “Live Forever,” “Supersonic,” and “Morning Glory.” They closed the night with “Wonderwall” and “Champagne Supernova,” fueling sing-alongs that echoed across Rogers Stadium.
Fans attending Soldier Field can expect a similar mix of classics spanning their seven albums, played by the reunited lineup of Liam Gallagher (vocals), Noel Gallagher (guitar/vocals), Paul Arthurs (guitar), Gem Archer (guitar), Andy Bell (bass), Joey Waronker (drums), and touring musicians on keys and brass.
With anticipation at a fever pitch, Oasis’ Chicago concert at Soldier Field is shaping up to be one of the city’s most historic nights of 2025. For more live music updates and major tour coverage, follow ChicagoMusicGuide.com.