Byline Bank offers free rides to Bears opener
Byline Bank has strengthened its commitment to supporting local people in Chicago by providing free bus rides to fans attending the Bears’ season opener against the Minnesota Vikings.
The complimentary rides are part of Byline’s sponsorship of the Chicago Transit Authority’s (CTA’s) #128 route throughout the Bears’ 2025-2026 season.
Fans can hop on buses wrapped in Byline’s signature bold orange, traveling along fixed Loop and South Loop routes directly to Soldier Field.
This sponsorship is more than just a convenience for football fans. It forms part of Byline Bank’s broader commitment to investing in the future of Chicagoland.
The bank supports small and midsized businesses that drive local economic growth, and its partnership with the CTA reflects a similar focus on strengthening community infrastructure.
Funds generated through this initiative and other CTA advertising campaigns will be reinvested into the city to enhance public transit options, ensuring that Chicagoans benefit from improved connectivity across the region.
Karmen Conrad, head of marketing at Byline Bank, said: "As a bank that believes in investing where we live and work, we’re thrilled to support a service that makes game day travel easier and more accessible for our neighbors,
“Chicago continues to be a great place to do business, and we’re proud to support Chicago sports fans as part of our ongoing investment in the city we call home.”