Stadiums / PNC Park

PNC Park

7.5

Pittsburgh, USA

Stadium information

Type
stadium
Capacity
38,362
Opened
2001
Roof
Open Air
Surface
Natural Grass
Home teams
Pittsburgh Pirates
League
MLB
Sports
Baseball
Categories
sport_baseball
Timezone
America/New_York
Status
active
Address
[object Object]
Location
Pittsburgh, USA
Nicknames
PNC, Baseball's Best Ballpark

Iconic riverfront MLB stadium known for skyline and bridge views.

Passport Score

7.5

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[object Object] · Pittsburgh, USA

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Naming rights history

  1. PNC Park

    2001-present

Home team history

  1. Pittsburgh Pirates

    2001-present · MLB

Features · Architecture

Allegheny River Views

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The stadium provides spectacular views of the river, bridges, and Pittsburgh skyline.

Home Plate Rotunda

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The entrance design creates a dramatic arrival experience with views toward the field.

Outfield Riverwalk

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The waterfront design creates a unique pedestrian area along the Allegheny River.

Pittsburgh Skyline Backdrop

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The downtown skyline creates one of MLB's most scenic stadium settings.

Roberto Clemente Bridge Views

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The yellow bridge beyond center field is one of baseball's most recognizable backdrops and connects the stadium to Pittsburgh's riverfront identity.

Features · History

Forbes Field

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Connects the franchise with the history of its former Pittsburgh ballparks.

Pirates Hall of Fame

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

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

Pirates History Timeline

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Displays artifacts and moments from more than a century of Pittsburgh baseball.

Pittsburgh Pirates Retired Numbers

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Honors Pirates legends including Roberto Clemente, Willie Stargell, Honus Wagner, and other franchise icons.

Roberto Clemente

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Honors one of baseball's greatest players and humanitarian icons.

Willie Stargell Tribute

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Celebrates the Pirates captain and leader of the 1979 championship team.

Features · Experience

Clemente Wall Photo Spot

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Fan photo opportunity celebrating Roberto Clemente and Pirates history.

Pirates Cove

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Fan area featuring games, entertainment, and family activities.

Pittsburgh Food

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Features local favorites including Pittsburgh-inspired concessions.

Pittsburgh Pirates Kids Zone

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Family-friendly area featuring baseball activities and entertainment.

PNC Park Tours

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Behind-the-scenes tours featuring the field, dugouts, press areas, and historic displays.

Riverwalk

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Fan walkway offering views, seating areas, and access to the waterfront atmosphere.

Traditions

Pierogi Race Iconic Must experience

Special Events · Throughout the ballpark, gameday

During the middle innings, oversized pierogi mascots race around PNC Park in one of baseball's most recognizable mascot races.

Renegade Iconic Must experience

Songs & Music · Throughout the ballpark, gameday

Before the bottom of the 7th inning, Styx's "Renegade" blasts through PNC Park as the crowd stands and claps along.

Bucco Bricks Iconic Must experience

Crowd Ritual · Throughout the ballpark, gameday

Thousands of fans visit and locate personalized Bucco Bricks outside PNC Park before entering the stadium.

Jolly Roger Iconic Must experience

Crowd Ritual · Throughout the ballpark, gameday

After every Pirates victory, the black-and-gold Jolly Roger flag is raised as fans celebrate another Buccos win.

Clemente Bridge Walk Iconic Must experience

Pregame Ritual · Throughout the ballpark, gameday

Before games, fans walk across the Roberto Clemente Bridge—closed to vehicle traffic on game days—creating one of baseball's most iconic ballpark approaches.

History & timeline

1960 World Series Iconic Must experience

Championship Banners · Pirates Hall of Fame

Mazeroski’s walk-off and the Pirates’ first World Series title in 1960.

1979 World Series Iconic Must experience

Championship Banners · Pirates Hall of Fame

We Are Family — the 1979 World Series champions and Stargell’s leadership.

Bill Mazeroski Iconic Must experience

Historic display · Pirates Hall of Fame

Honors Maz’s defensive brilliance and the 1960 walk-off home run.

Clemente Humanitarian Legacy Iconic Must experience

Memorial · Pirates Hall of Fame and Clemente statue plaza

Tributes to Clemente’s humanitarian work and the Roberto Clemente Award.

Mazeroski Walk-Off Home Run Iconic Must experience

Historic display · Pirates Hall of Fame and Mazeroski tribute

The greatest moment in World Series history — Game 7, 1960.

1971 World Series Iconic

Championship Banners · Pirates Hall of Fame

Honors the 1971 championship and Clemente’s MVP performance.

Historic Riverfront Baseball Iconic

Historic display · Riverwalk and Pirates Hall of Fame

Exhibits on baseball along the Allegheny and the North Shore.

Honus Wagner Iconic

Historic display · Pirates Hall of Fame

Honors the Flying Dutchman and the T206 card that defines baseball collecting.

Pirates Championship History Iconic

Championship Banners · Pirates Hall of Fame and upper concourse

Five World Series titles and NL pennant history on display.

Pittsburgh Baseball History Iconic

Historic display · Pirates Hall of Fame

From Forbes Field to Three Rivers to PNC Park — Pittsburgh’s baseball journey.

Three Rivers Stadium History Iconic

Historic marker · Pirates Hall of Fame

Full history of Three Rivers — 30 seasons on the North Shore.

We Are Family Era Iconic

Historic display · Pirates Hall of Fame

Exhibits on the 1979 squad and the Sister Sledge anthem era.

Willie Stargell Iconic

Historic display · Pirates Hall of Fame

Celebrates Pops and the We Are Family 1979 World Series champions.

Greatest Pirates Moments

Historic display · Pirates Hall of Fame

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

National League Pennant

Championship Banners · Upper concourse and Pirates Hall of Fame

NL pennants and championship series history in Pirates lore.

Pirates vs Cubs Rivalry

Historic display · Concourse exhibits

NL Central rivalry history between the Pirates and Cubs.

Pirates vs Reds Rivalry

Historic display · Concourse exhibits

Historic rivalry between Pittsburgh and Cincinnati.

Ralph Kiner

Historic display · Pirates Hall of Fame

Celebrates Kiner’s slugging and broadcast legacy with the Pirates.

Entertainment

Pirate Parrot Iconic Must experience

Mascot · Throughout the stadium

The Pirates’ beloved mascot — high-fives, antics, and mid-inning fun.

Roberto Clemente Day Events Iconic Must experience

Special Event · Roberto Clemente Day games

Special ceremonies and tributes on Roberto Clemente Day.

Opening Day Ceremonies Must experience

Special Event · PNC Park, Opening Day

Opening Day pageantry with the skyline and riverfront as backdrop.

Postgame Concerts Must experience

Live entertainment · Riverwalk and plaza postgame

Live postgame concerts on the riverfront or plaza after select games.

Theme Nights

Special Event · Select game nights

Bobblehead nights, jersey nights, and special promotional games.

Military Appreciation Nights

Special Event · Military appreciation games

Honoring service members with ceremonies and special recognition.

Kids Day Activities

Family Activity · Kids Day games

Family-focused activities and promotions for young Bucco fans.

Riverfront Entertainment

Live entertainment · Riverwalk and North Shore

Live music and entertainment along the Allegheny riverfront on game days.

Experiences

Pittsburgh Skyline Iconic Must experience

Photo Spot · Behind home plate or upper deck

Must-have photo with the downtown skyline framed beyond the field.

Roberto Clemente Statue Iconic Must experience

Photo Spot · Left field rotunda, Clemente statue

Classic photo with the greatest Pirate — a Pittsburgh pilgrimage.

Boats on the River During the Game Iconic Must experience

Crowd Atmosphere · Outfield concourse, river side

Kayaks, party boats, and river traffic during the game — uniquely Pittsburgh.

Clemente Bridge Iconic Must experience

Exterior Feature · Roberto Clemente Bridge postgame

Postgame walk across the Clemente Bridge back to downtown — a Pittsburgh ritual.

Jolly Roger Raise Iconic Must experience

Crowd Ritual · Center field flagpole postgame

Stay to see the Jolly Roger flag raised after a Pirates victory.

October Baseball in Pittsburgh Iconic Must experience

Special Event · PNC Park, postseason

Playoff atmosphere on the North Shore with the skyline as backdrop.

PNC Park Iconic Must experience

Exterior Feature · Left field rotunda or home plate entrance

Your first arrival with the Pittsburgh skyline — the most beautiful ballpark in MLB.

Sit Behind Home Plate for the Skyline View Iconic Must experience

Premium Seating · Sections behind home plate

Premium sightlines with the Pittsburgh skyline framed beyond the pitcher.

Sunset Over the Allegheny River Iconic Must experience

Stadium architecture · Riverwalk and upper deck, sunset games

Golden-hour sunset over the Allegheny — one of the most beautiful sights in sports.

Walk Across Clemente Bridge Iconic Must experience

Exterior Feature · Roberto Clemente Bridge, Sixth Street

Cross the Clemente Bridge on game days — closed to traffic for fan access.

Home Run Splash Near the River Iconic

Crowd Ritual · Outfield, river side

A home run splashing near the Allegheny — rare and unforgettable.

Downtown Pittsburgh Must experience

Neighborhood · Downtown Pittsburgh, pregame

Pregame stroll through downtown — cross the Clemente Bridge to the ballpark.

Pirates Victory Celebration Must experience

Postgame Tradition · Center field flagpole postgame

Jolly Roger raised and celebration after a Pirates win.

Pirates vs Cubs Must experience

Rivalry Game · PNC Park, rivalry weekend

NL Central rivalry when the Cubs visit PNC Park.

Pirates vs Reds Must experience

Rivalry Game · PNC Park, rivalry weekend

Historic rivalry when the Reds visit the North Shore.

Sit Along the Riverwalk Must experience

Premium Seating · Outfield sections, river side

Outfield seating along the Allegheny with boats and river views.

Stay for a Postgame Concert Must experience

Live entertainment · Riverwalk postgame

Live postgame concert on the riverfront after select games.

Batting Practice

Pregame Tradition · Field level, pregame

Arrive early for Pirates batting practice with skyline views.

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