Tickets for VOLTA
Soldier Field Chicago, IL

The Grand Chapiteau (Big Top)

The Grand Chapiteau seats over 2,500 spectators per performance. The Grand Chapiteau is a temporary structure which is supported by four masts. All seats are cushioned with backs.

* Please be advised that all backpacks or other items larger than a handbag or briefcase will not be allowed on Cirque du Soleil premises. All bags and persons entering Cirque du Soleil premises are subject to search by designated and qualified security personnel before being allowed onto the premises. As such, we recommend that you plan to arrive in advance, as these searches may slow down the speed at which access to the venue is granted. Cirque du Soleil reserves the right to refuse entry to any person who refuses to submit to security measures, in which case no refund for ticket purchase shall be accepted.

Entrance Tent

The Entrance Tent and concessions open 45 minutes prior to show time. The Grand Chapiteau opens 30 minutes before show time.

Latecomers

The show starts on time and latecomers are admitted only during a suitable break in the performance. Late-coming wheelchair-users can only be admitted at the intermission.

Box Office Hours (at the Big Top)

Open: 90 minutes prior to show

Close: 30 minutes after start of performance*

*Box Office supervisors on duty for guests attending the show until after intermission.

Many exciting merchandise items ranging from, but not limited to, souvenir programs, apparel, accessories and home goods are available for purchase. 

Food & beverages 

Arrays of alcoholic and non-alcoholic refreshments as well as snacks are available for purchase.  

Miscellaneous 

• The following show contains flashing lights which may cause difficulties for peoples with photosensitive epilepsy. 
• Smoking is not permitted in the venue. 
• Mobile phones must be turned off during the show. 
• Use of any videotaping or photography with flash is prohibited. 
• Animals are not allowed, except for guide and service dogs (or according to local laws).
• The Big Top has poles and stands to hold up equipment. These may block portions of the stage, but the show has been choreographed so that the main action takes place in the center of the the stage, which is visible from all seats.

Prices are displayed on the first steps of the booking process, according to your performance and seat selections. Start by choosing the tickets of your choice. 

Book as early as you can to secure the best choice of seats at the best possible prices. Prices are subject to change without notice. 

The children's discount applies to children 2 to 12 years old. Children under 2 years old are permitted to attend for free, but must remain seated on a parent's lap at all times.

Children are not permitted to be left unattended on site. Tickets purchased for children must have an adult seated beside. 

Students, Seniors and Military 

The student discount applies to individuals 13 years old and over with a valid student I.D. (includes College and University student I.D.). The senior discount applies to individuals 65 years old and up. The Military discount applies to those who have valid Military I.D. Student, senior and military discounts are available for select performances only.

At Cirque du Soleil we make every effort to ensure that every one of our shows offers accommodations to our patrons with special needs. That is why an area in each Grand Chapiteau (big top) has been made wheelchair-accessible. Below you will find all necessary information regarding booking space or seats in this area. Enjoy the show!

Reserve Ahead

• Patrons with reduced mobility should specifically ask for wheelchair accessible seats.
• Please note that these reservations can  be made by phone through Cirque du Soleil Customer Service or online using the above accessible seating ticket link. Phone lines are open 7 days a week, from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. (Eastern Time).

Seats

• Reduced mobility patrons and up to 3 escorts each are entitled to a specific price reduction, corresponding to the next lower price level. Delivery fees apply.
• Additional accompanying people may have to sit in the regular seating area due to a limited number of reduced mobility seats. We cannot guarantee the availability of seats near to the designated wheelchair users' area.
• Once you arrive on the site of the show, ushers will guide you towards the appropriate door, section and seats.
• Cirque du Soleil does not provide wheelchairs to its patrons.

Please Note

• In order to ensure that our patrons who have reserved space or seats in the reduced mobility area are comfortably seated, we ask that they arrive 30 minutes before the performance is scheduled to begin
• Wheelchair users and patrons with reduced mobility who arrive late will be seated at appropriate time. Our ushers will escort you to the appropriate seating area within the tent.
• Handicapped parking spaces are always located as close as possible to the main entrance. If necessary, patrons with reduced mobility may be dropped off at the entrance before parking. Regular parking fees apply.
• At every Cirque du Soleil site, wheelchair-accessible washrooms are made available for the exclusive use of our patrons with special needs.
• If you need assistance at any time, our ushers will be more than happy to assist you. We hope you have a wonderful Cirque du Soleil experience.