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Busch Stadium

St. Louis, Missouri · St. Louis Cardinals

What size bag can I bring?

10" x 8" x 10"
BAG POLICY
In conjunction with a league-wide MLB policy, the Cardinals reserve the right to inspect all items entering the stadium. Guests may bring bags, purses and soft-sided coolers not exceeding 10" x 8" x 10".
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Food worth the line

Food and beverage is provided by Delaware North Sportservice, the official provider at Busch Stadium since 1966. A Cardinals Value Menu of discounted concession items is available at stands 132, 162, 233 and 446, and the Coca-Cola Unlimited offering (bottomless Cokes and ballpark eats) is available to guests seated in Big Mac Land, redeemable at stand 264.

Getting in

Gates. Busch Stadium gates open 1 1/2 hours before game time Monday-Thursday and 2 hours before game time Friday-Sunday (times subject to change).. Gate opening varies by day of week: 2 hours before game time Friday-Sunday vs. 1 1/2 hours before game time Monday-Thursday..
Transit. The closest MetroLink station is next to the Westin on the 8th Street side of the stadium. MetroLink normally runs until midnight; if the Cardinals game runs past midnight, MetroLink continues running until the downtown platform is cleared. For MetroLink and MetroBus schedules call (314) 231-2345.
Rideshare. Guests arriving via rideshare, taxi or personal vehicle can be dropped off on the west side of the building on 8th St. north of Gate 3, or on the east side of the building on Broadway just south of Clark St. Taxi and rideshare pickups are located on the east side of the stadium on Broadway just south of Clark Street.
Accessibility. Busch Stadium is fully accessible: every gate is accessible and accessible seating is available on all levels and in all price categories. ADA parking is first-come, first-served at the All-Star Lot (underneath the I-64 bridge) and Lot C (along 8th Street) with a valid state-issued disability placard or plate; accessible public parking is available near Gates 2, 3 and 5. Wheelchair escorts and transportation carts (subject to availability) pick up guests at stadium entrances and escort them to and from their seats, and guests in wheelchairs or with medical devices are given alternative screening at metal detectors. Accessible ticket windows are on 8th Street just north of Gate 3.
Entry. All guests pass through walk-through metal detectors at every entrance and must remove cell phones, cameras and other large metal objects; all bags are inspected prior to entry. Prohibited items include weapons and firearms, outside alcohol, hard-sided/Styrofoam coolers, aluminum cans and glass bottles, drones, noisemakers (cowbells, airhorns, Thunderstix), laser pointers, knives longer than 4 inches when unopened, and any costume/mask covering the head or face. To exit and re-enter, guests must obtain a hand stamp at Gate 1 or Gate 4 and may re-enter at any gate until 90 minutes after scheduled first pitch, subject to bag inspection and metal-detector screening.

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Frequently asked

What size bag can I bring into Busch Stadium?

Busch Stadium requires a clear bag no larger than 10" x 8" x 10". In conjunction with a league-wide MLB policy, the Cardinals reserve the right to inspect all items entering the stadium. Guests may bring bags, purses and soft-sided coolers not exceeding 10" x 8" x 10". Bags larger than that are prohibited, though exceptions are made for medical bags and diaper bags with a child, and all bags are inspected upon entry.

Can you bring outside food into Busch Stadium?

Guests may bring their own food and drinks into Busch Stadium for all games. Most food items are permitted, but guests should consider the bag policy when deciding what to bring. Non-alcoholic beverages including water and soda are allowed in factory-sealed clear plastic containers no larger than 2 liters. Outside food and beverages are not permitted in the Cardinals Club, Luxury Suites, Party Suites or any other all-inclusive areas.

When do gates open at Busch Stadium?

Busch Stadium gates open 1 1/2 hours before game time Monday-Thursday and 2 hours before game time Friday-Sunday (times subject to change)..

Where do you park for a St. Louis Cardinals game?

Busch Stadium has on-site lots including All-Star Lot, One Cardinal Way Garage, Bus/Oversized Vehicle Lot, SP+ Parking Lot, InterPark - Stadium West Parking Garage, InterPark - Stadium East Parking Garage, Lot C. Reserve a nearby spot in advance through SpotHero on this page.