Stadiums / Great American Ball Park

Great American Ball Park

7.5

Cincinnati, USA

Stadium information

Type
stadium
Capacity
42,319
Opened
2003
Roof
Open Air
Surface
Natural Grass
Home teams
Cincinnati Reds
League
MLB
Sports
Baseball
Categories
sport_baseball
Timezone
America/New_York
Status
active
Address
[object Object]
Location
Cincinnati, USA
Nicknames
GABP

Riverfront Cincinnati baseball stadium honoring Reds baseball traditions.

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7.5

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[object Object] · Cincinnati, USA

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Naming rights history

  1. Great American Ball Park

    2003-present

Home team history

  1. Cincinnati Reds

    2003-present · MLB

Features · Architecture

Gapper Statue

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The giant mechanical mascot statue is one of the Reds' most recognizable stadium features.

Hall of Fame Plaza

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The plaza design connects the stadium with Reds history and fan gathering spaces.

Ohio River Views

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The stadium provides scenic views of the Ohio River and Northern Kentucky skyline.

Power Alley Riverboat

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The outfield architecture incorporates Cincinnati's connection to the Ohio River.

Smoke Stacks

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The iconic smokestacks in center field pay tribute to Cincinnati's riverboat history.

Features · History

1869 Cincinnati Red Stockings Tribute

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Celebrates baseball's first professional team and Cincinnati's place in baseball history.

Big Red Machine Tribute

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Celebrates the legendary 1970s Reds dynasty.

Cincinnati Reds Retired Numbers

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Honors Reds legends including Johnny Bench, Joe Morgan, Pete Rose, Tony Perez, and other franchise icons.

Great American Ball Park Walk of Fame

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Honors important figures and moments in Reds history.

Johnny Bench Tribute

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Honors the Hall of Fame catcher and greatest player in franchise history.

Reds Hall of Fame and Museum

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The museum celebrates one of baseball's oldest franchises with artifacts, memorabilia, and historic displays.

Features · Experience

Fan Zone Area

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Interactive fan area featuring games, activities, and entertainment.

Gapper's Playground

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Family area featuring activities and experiences for younger fans.

Reds Country Food

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Features Cincinnati favorites and traditional ballpark concessions.

Reds Hall of Fame Tour

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Behind-the-scenes access to Reds history, exhibits, and stadium areas.

Riverboat Deck

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Unique seating and social areas overlooking the Ohio River.

Traditions

Mr. Red's Legs Iconic Must experience

Performers · Throughout the ballpark, gameday

The giant mustached mascot, Mr. Redlegs, entertains fans throughout Great American Ball Park and is one of baseball's oldest mascot identities.

Running of the Gappers Iconic Must experience

Special Events · Throughout the ballpark, gameday

Between innings, oversized mascots—including Rosie Red, Mr. Redlegs, Gapper, and Mr. Red—race around the warning track.

Ohio Cup Pride Iconic Must experience

Special Events · Throughout the ballpark, gameday

When playing Cleveland, Reds fans embrace the annual Ohio Cup rivalry with noticeably louder crowd energy and regional bragging rights.

Redlegs Victory Celebration Iconic Must experience

Crowd Ritual · Throughout the ballpark, gameday

Following Reds victories, fans remain in the ballpark celebrating with the team's postgame music and player acknowledgements.

History & timeline

1975 World Series Iconic Must experience

Championship Banners · Reds Hall of Fame & Museum

Honors the 1975 World Series champions and the Big Red Machine.

1976 World Series Iconic Must experience

Championship Banners · Reds Hall of Fame & Museum

Celebrates the back-to-back 1976 World Series champions.

1990 World Series Iconic Must experience

Championship Banners · Reds Hall of Fame & Museum

Honors the wire-to-wire 1990 World Series sweep.

Big Red Machine Exhibits Iconic Must experience

Historic display · Reds Hall of Fame & Museum

Full exhibits on the dominant 1970s Reds dynasty.

Cincinnati Baseball History Iconic Must experience

Historic display · Reds Hall of Fame & Museum

From the Red Stockings to Crosley Field to Great American Ball Park — Cincinnati's baseball journey.

Crosley Field History Iconic Must experience

Historic marker · Reds Hall of Fame & Museum

Full history of Crosley Field — the Reds' home from 1912 to 1970.

First Professional Baseball Team Iconic Must experience

Historic display · Reds Hall of Fame & Museum

Exhibits on the 1869 Cincinnati Red Stockings — the first professional baseball team.

Joe Morgan Iconic Must experience

Historic display · Reds Hall of Fame & Museum

Celebrates Little Joe — two MVPs and the heart of the Big Red Machine.

Johnny Bench Iconic Must experience

Historic display · Reds Hall of Fame & Museum

Honors the greatest catcher in baseball history and Big Red Machine leader.

Pete Rose Iconic Must experience

Historic display · Reds Hall of Fame & Museum and Great Eight Plaza

Permanent tributes to Charlie Hustle — hit king and Big Red Machine icon.

Reds vs Cardinals Rivalry Iconic Must experience

Historic display · Concourse exhibits

Ohio-Kentucky rivalry history between Cincinnati and St. Louis.

1919 World Series Iconic

Championship Banners · Reds Hall of Fame & Museum

Honors the 1919 World Series champions — baseball's oldest franchise glory.

1940 Championships Iconic

Championship Banners · Reds Hall of Fame & Museum

Celebrates the 1940 World Series champions.

Barry Larkin Iconic

Historic display · Reds Hall of Fame & Museum

Celebrates Larkin's MVP season and Hall of Fame career in Cincinnati.

Frank Robinson Iconic

Historic display · Reds Hall of Fame & Museum

Tributes to the Hall of Fame outfielder and Reds legend.

Reds Hall of Fame Iconic

Hall of Fame · Reds Hall of Fame & Museum

Franchise hall of fame inductees from Bench to Rose to Larkin.

Riverfront Stadium History Iconic

Historic marker · Reds Hall of Fame & Museum

History of Riverfront Stadium — 31 seasons on the Ohio River.

Tony Pérez Iconic

Historic display · Reds Hall of Fame & Museum

Honors Doggie — Hall of Famer and Big Red Machine cornerstone.

Greatest Reds Moments

Historic display · Reds Hall of Fame & Museum

Video and display highlights of the franchise's most unforgettable plays.

Reds vs Cubs Rivalry

Historic display · Concourse exhibits

Historic rivalry between Cincinnati and Chicago.

Entertainment

Mr. Redlegs Iconic Must experience

Mascot · Throughout the stadium

The Reds' beloved mascot — high-fives, races, and mid-inning fun.

Smokestack Celebration Iconic Must experience

Crowd Ritual · Center field smokestacks

Smokestacks fire and steam after every Reds home run.

Opening Day Ceremonies Iconic Must experience

Special Event · Great American Ball Park, Opening Day

Opening Day pageantry — the greatest tradition in baseball.

Rosie Red Iconic

Mascot · Field and throughout the stadium

Rosie Red entertains fans with mascot races and crowd engagement.

Postgame Concerts Must experience

Live entertainment · The Banks postgame

Live postgame concerts at The Banks after select games.

Gapper

Mascot · Throughout the stadium

Gapper the furry mascot keeps young Reds fans engaged all game long.

Kids Club Activities

Family Activity · Kids Club area, select games

Family-focused Kids Club activities and promotions for young Reds fans.

Experiences

Great American Ball Park Iconic Must experience

Photo Spot · Any entrance gate

The unforgettable first glimpse of the smokestacks, Ohio River, and Great Eight statues.

Johnny Bench Statue Iconic Must experience

Photo Spot · Great Eight Monument Plaza, Bench statue

Must-have photo with the greatest catcher in baseball history.

Pete Rose Statue Iconic Must experience

Photo Spot · Great Eight Monument Plaza, Rose statue

Classic photo with Charlie Hustle — a Cincinnati pilgrimage.

Sunset Over the Ohio River Iconic Must experience

Photo Spot · Riverfront sections, evening games

Evening game with sunset over the Ohio River from riverfront seats.

Crosley Field Marker Iconic Must experience

Historic marker · Reds Hall of Fame Plaza, Crosley Field marker

Pay respects at the Crosley Field home plate marker — Reds nostalgia.

Home Run Reach the Riverfront Seats Iconic Must experience

Crowd Ritual · Riverfront sections, third base side

Witness a moonshot to the riverfront seats — short porch, big moment.

October Baseball in Cincinnati Iconic Must experience

Special Event · Great American Ball Park, postseason

Postseason atmosphere in baseball's oldest professional city.

Reds Opening Day Iconic Must experience

Special Event · Great American Ball Park, Opening Day

Opening Day in Cincinnati — the greatest tradition in all of baseball.

Reds Opening Day Parade Iconic Must experience

Special Event · Downtown Cincinnati to ballpark, Opening Day

The Findlay Market Opening Day Parade through downtown Cincinnati.

Reds vs Cardinals Iconic Must experience

Rivalry Game · Great American Ball Park, rivalry weekend

Ohio-Kentucky rivalry when the Cardinals visit Cincinnati.

Smokestacks Fire After a Home Run Iconic Must experience

Crowd Ritual · Center field smokestacks

Smokestacks fire, steam, and fireworks after every Reds home run.

Walk Along the Ohio River Iconic Must experience

Exterior Feature · Ohio River promenade, pregame

Stroll the Ohio River promenade with Roebling Bridge views before first pitch.

Walk Great Eight Plaza Iconic Must experience

Hall of Fame · Great Eight Monument Plaza

Stroll the monument plaza with statues of Bench, Rose, Morgan, and Reds immortals.

World Series Game Iconic Must experience

Special Event · Great American Ball Park, World Series

World Series baseball in Cincinnati — the pinnacle of Reds fandom.

Banks Entertainment District Must experience

Entertainment District · The Banks, pregame

Walk The Banks bars and restaurants before heading into the ballpark.

Great American Ball Park Tour Must experience

Tour · Great American Ball Park tour entrance

Behind-the-scenes stadium tour — dugout, press box, and Reds Hall of Fame.

Reds Victory Celebration Must experience

Postgame Tradition · Field and riverfront postgame

Postgame celebration after a Reds win along the Ohio River.

Reds vs Cubs Must experience

Rivalry Game · Great American Ball Park, rivalry weekend

Historic rivalry when the Cubs visit the Queen City.

Stay for a Postgame Concert Must experience

Live entertainment · The Banks postgame

Live music at The Banks after select Reds home games.

Batting Practice

Pregame Tradition · Field level, pregame

Arrive early for Reds batting practice with riverfront views.

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