The familiar sounds of bats cracking, mitts snapping and fans cheering are returning to greater Phoenix. It's time for Cactus League Spring Training! We’ve put together the ultimate spring training guide of where to eat and drink before or after the game, where to park, what you can bring in to each ballpark and more below.
Don’t forget to check out our Cactus League Spring Training page on our website for places to stay, a map of all the ballparks, and special spring training packages.
General Information
• Wear sunscreen! This is the first time in months that our skin has seen the daylight. Put on your sunscreen before you head out and bring more to apply during the game.
• Lawn seats can get hot, fast. Make sure to drink plenty of water and bring a hat and lightweight clothing to protect yourself from the sun.
• Bring cash. Many of the concession stands will take a credit card, but you’ll pay extra. There are ATMs at most stadiums, but you’ll get charged a fee to use them.
• Get your tickets early. Popular teams will sell out fast so plan ahead.
• Rules about outside food and drink vary by stadium. Check our tips below and/or the stadium website or call before you go to see what is/is not allowed.
Phoenix Municipal Stadium
Phoenix Municipal Stadium (5999 East Van Buren Street, Phoenix)
Team: Oakland A’s
Schedule
Seating Chart
Places to Eat Nearby
America’s Taco Shop (735 E. University Drive, Tempe)
Bison Witches Bar & Deli (21 E. 6th Street #146, Tempe)
Cornish Pasty Co. (960 W. University Suite 103, Tempe )
Draw 10 Bar & Grill (5444 E. Washington Street, Phoenix)
Essence Bakery Café (825 W. University Drive, Tempe)
Four Peaks Brewing Company (1340 E. 8th Street, Tempe)
Green Restaurant (2240 N. Scottsdale Road, Tempe)
Monti’s La Casa Vieja Restaurant (100 South Mill Avenue, Tempe)
Pete’s Fish & Chips (1017 E. Apache Boulevard, Tempe)
Spinato’s Pizza (227 S. Smith Road, Tempe)
The Stockyards, Arizona’s Original Steakhouse (5009 E. Washington, Phoenix)
Additional Info
• Parking is $5 per car.
• No coolers are allowed in the ballpark.
• Kids can step up to the plate and test their skills in the speed-pitch batting cage.
• Make a day of it and go hiking in Papago Park, visit the Desert Botanical Garden or the Phoenix Zoo.
Maryvale Baseball Park
Maryvale Baseball Park (3600 N. 51st Avenue, Phoenix)
Team: Milwaukee Brewers
Schedule
Seating Chart
Places to Eat Nearby
Durants (2611 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix)
Puerto Rico Latin Bar and Grill (2714 W. Thomas Road, Phoenix)
Fu-Fu Cuisine (3633 W. Camelback Road, Phoenix)
Kiss the Cook (4915 W. Glendale Avenue, Glendale)
Original Hamburger Works (2801 N. 15th Avenue, Phoenix)
Papa Ed’s Ice Cream (7146-B N. 58th Avenue, Glendale)
Pete’s Fish & Chips (5516 W. Glendale Avenue, Glendale)
Pizza A Metro (2336 W. Thomas Road, Phoenix)
Additional Info
• Coolers, backpacks, lawn chairs and soft sided bags larger than 16"x16"x8" are not allowed inside the stadium.
• For seats in the shade, pick the upper rows behind home plate. For seats in the sun, choose seats in any lower section or head to the outfield.
• Nearly every home Cactus League game will include a collectible bobblehead from this past season, offered to the first 2,000 fans in attendance. These giveaway dates include the following:
Mar. 1: Carlos Gomez bobblehead
Mar. 3: Hank Aaron bobblehead
Mar. 6: Ben Oglivie bobblehead
Mar. 7: Cerveceros Day
Mar. 10: George Scott bobblehead
Mar. 15: Polish bobblehead
Mar. 17: Gorman Thomas bobblehead
Mar. 22: Harvey Kuenn bobblehead
Mar. 27: Ryan Braun bobblehead
• Parking is $6.
Salt River Fields
Salt River Fields (7555 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale)
Teams: Arizona Diamondbacks and Colorado Rockies
Arizona Diamondbacks Schedule
Colorado Rockies Schedule
Seating Chart
Places to Eat Nearby
America’s Taco Shop (9261 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale)
Andreoli Italian Grocer & Deli (8880 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale)
Blue Burrito Grille ( 7318 E. Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale)
Buzzberry Coffee ‘n Smoothies (5959 N. Granite Reef Road, Scottsdale)
Café ZuZu (6850 E. Main Street, Scottsdale)
El Chorro ( 5550 E. Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley)
Four Peaks Brewing Company (15745 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale)
Lox Stock and Bagel (7353 N. Via Paseo Del Sur, Scottsdale )
Rancho Pinot Grill (6208 N. Scottsdale Road, Paradise Valley)
Rita’s Kitchen (5402 E. Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley)
Spinato’s Pizzeria (11108 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard, Scottsdale)
Sweet Republic Ice Cream (9160 E. Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale)
Terroir Wine Pub (7001 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale)
Uncorked Wine Bar (16427 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale)
Village Coffee Roastery (8120 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale)
Wildflower Bread Company (15640 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale OR 7001 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale)
Additional Info
• Children two and under who are sitting in the lap of adult do not need a game ticket. Children three and older must have a valid game ticket.
• Guests are permitted to seek autographs from players along the railing between sections 101 - 104 and 120 - 123 up to 40 minutes prior to game time, or until batting practice, whichever comes first.
• The Arizona Diamondbacks will hold autograph sessions at each of their home games on the left field concourse. The sessions will feature two players each D-backs home game and will run from 11:45 a.m. - noon on day games and 5:45 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. on night games.
• Regulations allow only soft-sided bags and containers 16"x16"x8" or smaller.
• The Cold Stone Kids Fun Field will feature kid-friendly activities. The Fun Field will be open one hour and ten minutes before the first pitch and the close at the end of the 7th inning.
• Outside food or beverages, hard-sided coolers or containers, stools or folding chairs are NOT permitted in the stadium.
• You may bring two factory sealed bottles of water, per person. No larger than one liter in size.
• Following every Sunday game kids have the opportunity to run the bases at no cost. To participate, kids can line up between sections 204 & 205 following the game.
• Check out a bird’s eye view of the games or the McDowell Mountains from observation towers throughout the campus.
Peoria Sports Complex
Peoria Sports Complex (16101 N. 83rd Avenue, Peoria)
Teams: Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres
Mariners Schedule
Padres Schedule
Seating Chart
Places to Eat Nearby
Tilted Kilt Pub and Eatery (16840 N. 83rd Avenue, Peoria)
Blu Burger Grille (9828 W. Northern Avenue, Peoria)
Carolina’s (9030 W. Peoria Avenue, Peoria)
Cucina Tagliani Italian Kitchen (8349 W. Bell Road, Peoria)
Kabuski Sushi & Grill (8378 W. Thunderbird Road, Peoria)
Mercer’s (9720 W. Peoria Avenue, Peoria)
The Moon Saloon ( 16554 N. 83rd Avenue, Peoria)
Salty Senorita (8011 W. Paradise Lane, Peoria)
Additional Info
• Factory sealed, plastic water bottles with non-carbonated, colorless water, juice boxes, baby food, formula, and small bags with food are allowed.
• Parking is $5 for cars $10 for RVs.
• Every Sunday (excluding March 9), families can take advantage of the Family Four Pack deal that includes four seats, four hot dogs, four bags of chips and four small sodas for $40.
• Fan Appreciation Days are on March 24 and 26. Fans can get buy one get one free outfield box, bleacher and lawn tickets, as well as a value food menu of 16 oz. sodas, hot dogs, popcorn or pretzels for $2 each.
• On March 22, the city is hosting a post-game street festival from 4 - 9p.m. The event features a concert from country artist Dustin Lynch. If you attend the game that day, concert admission is free.
• On March 2, your pooch is welcome on the lawn with a $4 dog ticket. Proceeds go to the Arizona Humane Society.
• Scout your favorite player at Autograph Alley, a tunnel that leads players into the field near the right-field corner.
Camelback Ranch
Camelback Ranch Stadium (10710 W. Camelback Road, Phoenix)
Teams: Chicago White Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers
White Sox Schedule
Dodgers Schedule
Seating Chart
Places to Eat Nearby
Baja Loco Mesquite Grill & Cantina (5134 N. 95th Avenue, Glendale)
G’s Food (10328 W Indian School Road, Phoenix)
Ground Control Coffee & Wine Bar (4860 N Litchfield Road, Goodyear)
Mama Gina’s (9380 W. Westgate Boulevard, Glendale)
Saddle Ranch Chop House ( 9375 W. Coyotes Boulevard, Glendale)
Tailgaters Sports Grill & Il Primo Pizza (5110 N. Dystart Road, Litchfield Park)
Thai Orchid Garden (12725 W. Indian School Road, Avondale)
Additional Information
• The famous Dodger Dog and Vienna Beef Chicago Dog are available at every game and come with authentic toppings.
• Players’ autographs may be obtained before the game on the outfield side of both dugouts. Autograph seekers must return to their seats 20 minutes before game time.
• Prior to games on Feb. 28 (Dodgers) and March 1 (White Sox), there will be pregame and in-game festivities celebrating the history of the team and welcoming alumni.
• Lawn chairs and lawn umbrellas are not permitted.
• Small, soft-sided coolers are permitted as well as one unopened bottle of water per person and food items in small, clear plastic bags.
• Following each Sunday game, kids can run the bases.
• Parking is free.
Goodyear Ballpark
Goodyear Ballpark (1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear)
Teams: Cleveland Indians and the Cincinnati Reds
Cincinnati Reds Schedule
Cleveland Indians Schedule
Seating chart
Places to Eat Nearby
Augie’s Sports Grill (15605 W. Roosevelt Street, Suite 101, Goodyear)
Flavors of Louisiana (13025 W. Ranch Santa Fe Boulevard, Avondale)
Majerle’s Sports Grill (13375 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear)
Taste of Italy Pizza ( 3810 South Estrella Parkway, Goodyear)
TJ’s Homestyle Restaurant (310 N. Dysart Road, Avondale)
Wildflower Bread Company (1360 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear)
Additional Information
• Collect autographs from Indians or Reds players before the game on Feb. 26, March 6, March 11, March 13 and March 26.
• Play catch on the field March 12 and March 21.
• Factory sealed, plastic water bottles with non-carbonated, colorless water, juice boxes, baby food, formula, and small bags with food are allowed.
• This ballpark features Midwest-specialty fried-bologna sandwiches, and Cleveland and Cincinnati-style hot dogs.
• In Ohio, chili tops spaghetti, potatoes, salads and fries. Cincinnati fans will be delighted to see Skyline Chili at Goodyear Ballpark and for Cleveland fans there’s Bertman Ballpark Mustard.
• Indians/Reds FanFest 2014, returns to Goodyear Ballpark March 22 from 5:30 - 8 p.m. FanFest 2014 allows fans to meet their favorite Indians and Reds players, coaches and alumni, participate in on-field activities, enjoy ballpark fare food and get behind the scenes tours of Goodyear Ballpark. Tickets are $44, including fees. Children 3-12 are $11.
• Kids can run bases after every Saturday and Sunday game. Seniors can run the bases March 4, 19, 20 and 25.
• Parking is $5.
Cubs Park
Cubs Park (2330 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Mesa, 85201)
Team: Chicago Cubs
Schedule
Seating Chart
Places to Eat Nearby
Cactus Moon Sports Grill (1017 N. Dobson Road, Mesa)
Famous Dave's (1011 N. Dobson Road, Mesa)
Matta's Mexican Grill (1033 N. Dobson Road, Mesa)
Logan's Roadhouse (945 N. Dobson Road, Mesa)
Toby Keith's I Love This Bar (1065 N. Dobson Road, Mesa)
Bar Louie (2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy, Mesa)
Lucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Que (2030 E. Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe)
Portillo's (65 S. McClintock Drive, Tempe)
Thirsty Lion Pub and Grill (2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe)
Additional Info
• Parking for all games at Cubs Park is available at $7 per vehicle. Buses and RVs will be charged $14. General lots are located to the east of the ballpark. Spots are available on a first-come basis.
• Umbrellas, thermoses, folding chairs, hard-sided coolers, and bags (exceeding 16" x 16" x 8") are not permitted.
• Tours of Cubs Park are available every Friday in which the team does not have a home game, starting Feb. 14. Tours will be offered at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., and 2 p.m. Tickets are available on the day of at the Cubs Park box office for $5 per person. Each tour lasts approximately 45 minutes and makes visits to the seating bowl, Eighteen76 deck, press box, Cubs' dugout and more.
Surprise Stadium
Surprise Stadium (15930 N. Bullard Avenue, Phoenix)
Teams: Kansas City Royals and the Texas Rangers
Kansas City Royals Schedule
Texas Rangers Schedule
Seating Chart
Places to Eat Nearby
Amuse Bouche (17058 W. Bell Road, Surprise)
Babbo Italian Eatery (15609 W. Bell Road, Surprise)
Big Buddha Restaurant (16572 W. Greenway Road, Surprise)
The Brookside II Bar and Grill (15170 W. Bell Road, Surprise)
Fresh Wasabi Sushi & Grill (13732 W. Bell Road, Surprise)
Hole ‘n One (13573 W. Camino Del Sol, Sun City West)
Irish Wolfhoud Pub (16811 N. Litchfield Road, Surprise)
Lucky’s Pizza (15508 W. Bell Road, Surprise)
Vogue Bistro (15411 W. Waddell Road, Surprise)
Additional Info
• Fans can gather along the left-and right-field lines to try for autographs. The practice fields open at 10 a.m.
• Most of the concessions here are cash only.
• You can bring food in clear, sealed plastic bags and one liter plastic water bottle per person. Juice boxes, baby food and formula are also allowed.
• Every Wednesday during spring training, senior citizens can purchase two-for-one plaza-level seats. Every Sunday, military men and women and veterans can purchase two-for-one plaza-level seats.
Tempe Diablo Stadium
Tempe Diablo Stadium (2200 W. Alameda Drive, Tempe)
Team: Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim
Schedule
Seating Chart
Places to Eat Nearby
Dhaba India Plaza (1872 E Apache Blvd., Tempe)
Essence Bakery Café (825 W. University Drive, Tempe)
Four Peaks Brewing Company ( 1340 E. 8th Street, Tempe)
House of Tricks (114 E. 7th Street, Tempe)
Los Dos Molinos (8646 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix)
Morning Glory Café (6106 S 32nd Street Phoenix)
Rustler’s Rooste (8383 S. 48th Street, Phoenix)
Spinato’s Pizza (227 S. Smith Road, Tempe)
Texas BBQ House (5037 S. 24th Street, Phoenix)
Yucca Tap Room (29 W. Southern Avenue, Tempe)
Additional Info
• Fans are permitted to seek autographs from players along the railing between the dugout and the foul pole on both sides of the field up to 45 minutes prior to game time.
• You may bring backpacks, soft-sided coolers, homemade sandwiches, cut fruit, chips and one sealed bottle of water per person.
• Parking is $5
Scottsdale Stadium
Scottsdale Stadium (7408 E. Osborn Road, Scottsdale)
Team: San Francisco Giants
Schedule
Seating Chart
Places to Eat Nearby
5th and Wine (7051 E. 5th Avenue, Scottsdale)
Arcadia Farms (7025 E. 1st Avenue, Scottsdale)
Atlas Bistro (2515 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale)
Café Forte Bistro (7032 E. Main Street, Scottsdale)
The Cider Mill (7240 E. Main Street, Scottsdale)
Citizen Public House (7111 E. 5th Avenue, Scottsdale)
Cowboy Ciao (7133 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale)
Daily Dose Old Town Bar & Grill (4020 Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale)
Echo Coffee (2902 N. 68th Street, Scottsdale)
Lee’s Cream Liqueur (7137 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale)
Lo-Lo’s Chicken & Waffles (2765 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale)
Orange Table (7373 E. Scottsdale Mall, Scottsdale)
Petite Maison (7616 E. Shoeman Lane, Scottsdale)
POSH Improvisational Cuisine ( 7167 E. Rancho Vista Drive, Scottsdale)
Su Vino Winery (7035 E. Main Street, Scottsdale)
Additional Info
• This stadium carries beer from San Francisco’s Anchor Brewing Company and garlic fries, a fan favorite at the Giants' home stadium.
• You can bring towels and blankets to sit on in the grass, but lawn chairs are not allowed.
• Get an autograph by getting to the game early and hang out along the rail behind the first-base line near the Giants dugout.
• Parking is free, but very limited. Catch a trolley to the stadium - there are four different routes with nearby parking to choose from.