[CBFF] Bears Expo (aka Convention) June 7-8 at SF

[Victor Waldron]

LAKE FOREST, Ill. – The annual Bears fan convention is undergoing a
major metamorphosis. After 10 years at the Hilton Chicago, the popular
event will be reintroduced as the Bears Expo and be held for the first
time at Soldier Field June 7-8.

Bears Expo will continue to celebrate the franchise's past, present
and future, and include the best elements of the fan convention such
as autograph sessions, informational seminars, Q&A sessions with
management and the chance to purchase authentic Bears merchandise.

Increasing in popularity throughout the years, the fan convention
ultimately outgrew the Hilton Chicago. Staging the event at Soldier
Field will give fans more room to roam and allow the Bears to showcase
their state-of-the-art stadium along Chicago's lakefront.

In addition, moving the event back a few months will enable the Bears
Expo to serve as the team's unofficial kickoff for the 2008 season.
More information about the event will be announced on ChicagoBears.com
as it becomes available.

The Hilton Chicago will remain a partner in the event and offer
special room rates. Tickets for Bears Expo will go on sale later this
winter.