Stadiums / Petco Park

Petco Park

7.5

San Diego, USA

Stadium information

Type
stadium
Capacity
40,209
Opened
2004
Roof
Open Air
Surface
Natural Grass
Home teams
San Diego Padres
League
MLB
Sports
Baseball
Categories
sport_baseball
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Status
active
Address
[object Object]
Location
San Diego, USA
Nicknames
Petco, The Gallagher Square Ballpark

Downtown San Diego baseball stadium famous for integrating historic architecture.

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7.5

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[object Object] · San Diego, USA

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Naming rights history

  1. Petco Park

    2004-present

Home team history

  1. San Diego Padres

    2004-present · MLB

Features · Architecture

Coronado Bridge Views

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The upper levels provide views toward San Diego Bay and the iconic bridge.

Home Plate Plaza

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The entrance area features open spaces, landscaping, and modern stadium design.

Park at the Park

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The grassy area beyond center field allows fans to watch games in a relaxed outdoor setting with skyline views.

San Diego Skyline Views

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The stadium provides one of baseball's best urban backdrops with views of downtown San Diego.

The Western Metal Supply Co. Building

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The historic brick building integrated into left field is one of MLB's most unique architectural features and a symbol of San Diego baseball.

Features · History

Padres Hall of Fame

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Honors the greatest players, managers, and contributors in franchise history.

Petco Park Opening Legacy

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Highlights the 2004 opening of one of baseball's most acclaimed modern stadiums.

San Diego Baseball Museum Areas

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Displays artifacts, memorabilia, and stories from Padres history.

San Diego Padres Retired Numbers

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Honors Padres legends including Tony Gwynn, Trevor Hoffman, and other franchise icons.

Tony Gwynn Tribute

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Honors the greatest player in Padres history and one of baseball's most respected figures.

Trevor Hoffman

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Celebrates the Hall of Fame closer and all-time saves leader.

World Series History

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Celebrates Padres National League championship seasons and franchise milestones.

Features · Experience

Kid's Fest

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Family-friendly area featuring activities, games, and entertainment.

Park at the Park

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Fan area featuring grass seating, games, entertainment, and a unique casual atmosphere.

Petco Park Tours

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Behind-the-scenes tours featuring the field, dugouts, Western Metal Supply Building, and history.

San Diego Food

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Features local restaurants, seafood, and Southern California-inspired concessions.

The Beach Area

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Fan gathering space featuring sand, games, and a Southern California atmosphere.

Tony Gwynn Statue Photo Spot

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Fan photo opportunity honoring the Padres icon.

Traditions

Hells Bells Entrance Iconic Must experience

Songs & Music · Throughout the ballpark, gameday

When Hall of Fame closer Trevor Hoffman entered games, AC/DC's "Hells Bells" became one of baseball's most legendary entrance traditions and remains part of Padres lore.

Swinging Friar Celebration Iconic Must experience

Performers · Throughout the ballpark, gameday

The Swinging Friar logo and mascot are central to Padres game-day entertainment, appearing throughout games and celebrations.

Brown & Gold Wave Iconic Must experience

Crowd Ritual · Throughout the ballpark, gameday

During big games and the postseason, Petco Park becomes a sea of brown-and-gold apparel, creating one of MLB's most distinctive color identities.

Beach Ball Tradition Iconic Must experience

Crowd Ritual · Throughout the ballpark, gameday

Fans in the outfield frequently keep beach balls bouncing through Petco Park during warm summer games.

"Beat L.A." Chant Iconic Must experience

Crowd Chant · Throughout the ballpark, gameday

Whenever the Dodgers visit Petco Park, thousands of Padres fans break into loud "Beat L.A.!" chants throughout the game.

History & timeline

1984 National League Championships Iconic Must experience

Championship Banners · Padres Hall of Fame

Honors the 1984 NL pennant and the first great Padres team.

1998 National League Championships Iconic Must experience

Championship Banners · Padres Hall of Fame

Celebrates the 1998 NL pennant and Tony Gwynn's final World Series run.

2022 Playoff Run Iconic Must experience

Championship Banners · Padres Hall of Fame and concourse

Commemorates the 2022 NLCS run and San Diego's return to October glory.

Historic Western Metal Building Exhibits Iconic Must experience

Historic display · Western Metal Supply Co. Building, left field

Exhibits on the 1910 building preserved and integrated into Petco Park.

Padres vs Dodgers Rivalry Iconic Must experience

Historic display · Concourse exhibits

One of baseball's fiercest rivalries — Beat LA history on display.

Tony Gwynn Iconic Must experience

Historic display · Padres Hall of Fame and Park at the Park

Permanent tributes to Mr. Padre — .338 career average and Padres immortality.

Dave Winfield Iconic

Historic display · Padres Hall of Fame

Celebrates Winfield's Hall of Fame career born in San Diego.

Padres Legends Gallery Iconic

Historic display · Padres Hall of Fame Gallery

Gallery of Padres legends from the franchise's 1969 founding to today.

Petco Park Construction History Iconic

Historic marker · Padres Hall of Fame and concourse

How Petco Park transformed East Village and opened in 2004.

San Diego Baseball History Iconic

Historic display · Padres Hall of Fame

From the PCL Padres to Jack Murphy Stadium to Petco Park — San Diego's baseball journey.

California Baseball History

Historic display · Padres Hall of Fame

Exhibits on California baseball from the PCL era to the modern Padres.

East Village Redevelopment History

Historic display · Padres Hall of Fame and Gallagher Square

The story of East Village's transformation around Petco Park.

Greatest Padres Moments

Historic display · Padres Hall of Fame

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

Historic All-Star Game

Historic display · Padres Hall of Fame

Memorabilia from the 2016 MLB All-Star Game at Petco Park.

Historic No-Hitters

Historic display · Padres Hall of Fame

Commemorates Padres no-hitters and pitching milestones in franchise history.

Jake Peavy

Historic display · Padres Hall of Fame

Celebrates Peavy's Cy Young season and Padres ace era.

Padres vs Giants Rivalry

Historic display · Concourse exhibits

Historic California rivalry between San Diego and San Francisco.

Randy Jones

Historic display · Padres Hall of Fame

Honors the 1976 Cy Young winner and Padres pitching pioneer.

Entertainment

Swinging Friar Iconic Must experience

Mascot · Throughout the stadium

The Padres' beloved mascot — high-fives, antics, and mid-inning fun.

Gallagher Square Events Iconic Must experience

Live entertainment · Gallagher Square

Live music, bars, and pre/postgame events in Gallagher Square.

Opening Day Ceremonies Must experience

Special Event · Petco Park, Opening Day

Opening Day pageantry with San Diego sunshine and Gaslamp Quarter energy.

Postgame Concerts Must experience

Live entertainment · Gallagher Square postgame

Live postgame concerts in Gallagher Square after select games.

Padres Cheer Squad

Entertainment · Throughout the stadium

Padres cheer squad keeping the crowd engaged all game long.

Theme Nights

Special Event · Select game nights

Bobblehead nights, jersey nights, and special promotional games.

Military Appreciation Nights

Special Event · Military appreciation games

Honoring San Diego's military community with ceremonies and special recognition.

Kids Zone Activities

Family Activity · Kids Zone, select games

Family-focused activities and promotions for young Padres fans.

Experiences

Petco Park Iconic Must experience

Photo Spot · Any entrance gate

The unforgettable first glimpse of the Western Metal Building and San Diego skyline.

Skyline Light Up at Night Iconic Must experience

Photo Spot · Upper deck and outfield, night games

Downtown San Diego skyline glowing after dark during a night game.

Sunset Baseball in San Diego Iconic Must experience

Photo Spot · Upper deck and outfield, evening games

Evening game with San Diego sunset over the bay and downtown skyline.

Trevor Hoffman Statue Iconic Must experience

Photo Spot · Park at the Park, Hoffman statue

Must-have photo with the Hall of Fame closer and Hell's Bells legend.

Big Dodgers-Padres Rivalry Game Iconic Must experience

Rivalry Game · Petco Park, Dodgers rivalry weekend

Sellout Beat LA energy when the Dodgers visit for a marquee rivalry matchup.

Gallagher Square Iconic Must experience

Entertainment District · Gallagher Square

Pre- and postgame bars, live events, and Padres fan energy outside the ballpark.

Gaslamp Quarter Iconic Must experience

Entertainment District · Gaslamp Quarter, pregame

Explore downtown San Diego's dining and nightlife district steps from the ballpark.

Hell's Bells During a Save Situation Iconic Must experience

Song · Throughout the stadium, save situations

AC/DC blares and the crowd erupts when the Padres closer enters in the ninth.

NLCS Game Iconic Must experience

Special Event · Petco Park, NLCS

NL Championship Series baseball at Petco Park.

October Baseball in San Diego Iconic Must experience

Special Event · Petco Park, postseason

Postseason atmosphere in one of baseball's most beautiful ballparks.

Padres vs Dodgers Iconic Must experience

Rivalry Game · Petco Park, rivalry weekend

One of baseball's fiercest rivalries — Beat LA when the Dodgers visit Petco Park.

Sit Inside the Western Metal Building Iconic Must experience

Premium Seating · Western Metal Building, left field corner

Premium party suites inside the historic Western Metal Building in left field.

Western Metal Supply Building Iconic Must experience

Stadium architecture · Left field corner, Western Metal Building

Explore the historic building integrated into left field — unique in all of baseball.

Padres Victory Celebration Must experience

Postgame Tradition · Gallagher Square and field postgame

Postgame celebration after a Padres win — brown and gold energy in Gallagher Square.

Padres vs Giants Must experience

Rivalry Game · Petco Park, rivalry weekend

California rivalry when the Giants visit San Diego.

Postgame Concert Must experience

Live entertainment · Gallagher Square postgame

Live music in Gallagher Square after select Padres home games.

Rail Seats Must experience

Premium Seating · Field-level rail sections

Standing-room rail seats with close field views and San Diego atmosphere.

Batting Practice

Pregame Tradition · Field level, pregame

Arrive early for Padres batting practice with San Diego sunshine.

East Village Before First Pitch

Entertainment District · East Village, pregame

Walk East Village restaurants and bars before heading into Petco Park.

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