Chicago Bears 2025 schedule

Bear Down, Chicago! The wait is finally over. The 2025 Chicago Bears schedule is here, and it’s loaded with holiday games, primetime action, and classic NFC North rivalries.

This is more than just a schedule—it’s Caleb Williams’ second act, and the league clearly expects big things from the Navy and Orange.

The holiday tradition continues – times two

The Bears will play on two major holidays in 2025:

Black Friday: at Eagles — Fri, Nov. 28, 3:00 PM (Amazon Prime)
Christmas Eve: vs. Vikings — Wed, Dec. 24, 7:00 PM (FOX)

“Two holiday games? That’s how you know we’re relevant again,” said former Bears WR Tom Waddle at the team’s release party.

Primetime players: national showcase games

Chicago landed five standalone games, including:

Week 1: vs. Vikings — Mon, Sept. 8, 8:15 PM (ESPN/ABC)
Week 7: at Packers — Sun, Oct. 19, 8:20 PM (NBC)
Week 11: vs. Lions — Mon, Nov. 17, 8:15 PM (ESPN)

The Monday Night Football opener marks the Bears’ first season debut in primetime since 2019. The Sunday Night showdown in Green Bay renews the NFL’s oldest rivalry under the lights.

Soldier Field showdowns: the home slate

Here’s what fans can expect at home:

Week 1: vs. Vikings — Sept. 8, 8:15 PM (ESPN/ABC)
Week 3: vs. Cardinals — Sept. 21, 1:00 PM (FOX)
Week 5: vs. Texans — Oct. 5, 1:00 PM (CBS)
Week 9: vs. Jaguars — Nov. 2, 1:00 PM (CBS)
Week 11: vs. Lions — Nov. 17, 8:15 PM (ESPN)
Week 16: vs. Vikings — Dec. 24, 7:00 PM (FOX)
Week 18: vs. Packers — Jan. 4, TBD

That Week 18 finale against Green Bay could determine playoff fate, and Week 5 offers a QB duel between Caleb Williams and C.J. Stroud.

Road trips: away day adventures

Traveling fans have some fun options:

Week 2: at Colts — Sept. 14, 1:00 PM (FOX)
Week 4: at Commanders — Sept. 28, 1:00 PM (FOX)
Week 6: at Lions — Oct. 12, 1:00 PM (FOX)
Week 7: at Packers — Oct. 19, 8:20 PM (NBC)
Week 10: at Panthers — Nov. 9, 1:00 PM (FOX)
Week 13: at Eagles — Nov. 28, 3:00 PM (Amazon Prime)
Week 14: at 49ers — Dec. 7, 4:05 PM (FOX)
Week 15: at Patriots — Dec. 14, 1:00 PM (FOX)

The Week 14 trip to San Francisco offers a warm-weather escape in December.

NFC North battles: division rivalries take center stage

Here’s the NFC North lineup:

Week 1: vs. Vikings — Sept. 8
Week 6: at Lions — Oct. 12
Week 7: at Packers — Oct. 19
Week 11: vs. Lions — Nov. 17
Week 16: vs. Vikings — Dec. 24
Week 18: vs. Packers — Jan. 4

Notably, five of six division games will be national broadcasts. Plus, Chicago hosts both Green Bay and Minnesota late in the season, giving them a potential edge.

Mid-season breather: bye week placement

Week 12 bye: Nov. 18–24

Strategically placed between Monday Night Football vs. Detroit and the Thanksgiving trip to Philly, this break offers much-needed recovery time.

The Chicago weather factor: late-season advantage?

Week 16: vs. Vikings — Dec. 24
Week 18: vs. Packers — Jan. 4

Two frigid home games to close the season could prove crucial, especially against dome teams like Minnesota.

Never miss kickoff: Bears schedule at your fingertips

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Stats and facts: schedule breakdown by the numbers

5 standalone games: MNF, SNF, Black Friday, Christmas Eve, and TBD Week 18
2 holiday games: A rare double holiday slate
4 broadcast partners: FOX, CBS, ESPN, Amazon
3 West Coast trips: Washington, Carolina, San Francisco
40th anniversary of the 1985 Super Bowl team: Celebrations planned throughout the year

“We’re rolling out the red carpet for the ’85 Bears all season,” said President Kevin Warren.

Fan reactions: Bear Down Nation speaks out

“Five standalone games, including both Packers matchups? I’m here for it,” said Lisa Ramirez, South Side season ticket holder.

“San Fran in December? Count me in,” added Robert Chen, Bears fan club president.

Mark your calendar: the countdown begins

From the Week 1 primetime opener to the holiday showcases to a potential Week 18 showdown with the Packers, every game in 2025 offers a chance to Bear Down.

👉 Visit our Bears schedule page to sync your calendar, set alerts, and never miss a game.

Which games are you circling, Bears fans? Planning any road trips? Let us know in the comments below!