Gameday Guide

Busch Stadium

St. Louis, Missouri · St. Louis Cardinals

MAX BAG

10" x 8" x 10"

TRANSIT

Rail

OUTSIDE FOOD

Allowed

RIDESHARE

Available

What size bag can I bring?

10" x 8" x 10"

MAX BAG SIZE

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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Promos this week

SEP

FRI

Theme Nights7:15 PM

2006 World Champions 20th Anniversary

Join us as we welcome back and celebrate key members of the 2006 World Champion Cardinals team with a special pregame ceremony. Presented by Heartland Coca-Cola.

vs White Sox

SEP

FRI

GiveawaysHOT7:15 PM

2006 World Series All-Over Print Shirt

First 15,000 fans, ages 13 and older, receive a vibrant all-over-print shirt honoring the unforgettable 2006 World Series run, available in Medium and XL while supplies last. Presented by Coca-Cola and Schnucks.

vs White Sox

SEP

SAT

Theme Nights6:15 PM

HOF Weekend Ceremony

Cardinals Hall of Fame Induction ceremony on the field prior to the Cardinals/White Sox game. Yadier Molina, Albert Pujols, and the late Bill Sherdel will be officially inducted. Presented by Edward Jones.

vs White Sox

SEP

SAT

GiveawaysHOT6:15 PM

Yadier Molina Bobblecard

First 15,000 fans, ages 13 and older, receive a Bobblecard commemorating the iconic career of Cardinals Catcher and newest Hall of Famer Yadier Molina. Be on the lookout, as 400 rookie Bobblecards will be mixed in at random. Presented by Edward Jones.

vs White Sox

SEP

SUN

Ticket Package1:15 PM

Fiesta Cardenales

The Cardinals welcome all members of the Latino and Hispanic community for a cultural celebration. With the purchase of a special Theme Ticket, fans will receive a Los Cardenales pullover jersey. Come early for a pregame heritage event in the Budweiser Terrace. Presented by State Farm.

vs White Sox

SEP

SUN

Kids & Family1:15 PM

Kids Run the Bases

All kids, ages 12 and younger entering with a ticket, get to run the bases postgame. Kids Club All-Star Members will receive front-of-the-line access. Dates are subject to change due to weather or other schedule conflicts.

vs White Sox

SEP

SUN

Kids & Family1:15 PM

Kids Sunday

Sundays are for the kids! Kick off your day at Ford Plaza with kid-friendly festivities including DJ, crafts, games, Fredbird and Team Fredbird appearances, and free ice cream thanks to Prairie Farms.

vs White Sox

SEP

SUN

Ticket Package1:15 PM

Los Cardenales Pullover Jersey

With the purchase of a special Theme Ticket, fans will receive a Los Cardenales pullover jersey.

vs White Sox

SEP

MON

Ticket Package6:45 PM

Healthcare-Inspired Cardinals Sweatshirt

With the purchase of a special Theme Ticket, fans will receive a healthcare-inspired Cardinals sweatshirt.

vs Giants

SEP

MON

Ticket Package6:45 PM

Nurses Appreciation Night

Celebration of nurses on Monday, September 14th when the Cards take on the Giants. With the purchase of a special Theme Ticket, fans will receive a healthcare-inspired Cardinals sweatshirt and a coupon for one complimentary drink as a special thanks for contributions to the community.

vs Giants

SEP

MON

Ticket Package6:45 PM

Teachers Night

Celebration for teachers on Monday, September 14th when the Cards take on the Giants. With the purchase of a special Theme Ticket, teachers will take home an exclusive teachers-themed Cardinals sweatshirt and receive a complimentary drink. Presented by MilliporeSigma.

vs Giants

SEP

MON

Ticket Package6:45 PM

Teachers-Themed Cardinals Sweatshirt

With the purchase of a special Theme Ticket, teachers will take home an exclusive teachers-themed Cardinals sweatshirt.

vs Giants

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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.

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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. Lines: MetroLink, MetroBus.

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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.

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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.

Parking lots

All-Star Lot. 611 S. 8th Street; individual game-day parking sold directly by the Cardinals, delivered digitally via the MLB Ballpark app. ADA parking for the All-Star Lot is located underneath the I-64 bridge, first-come, first-served.

One Cardinal Way Garage. 269 S. Broadway; individual game-day parking sold directly by the Cardinals via the MLB Ballpark app.

Bus/Oversized Vehicle Lot. 1001 S. 6th Street; for buses and oversized vehicles, sold directly by the Cardinals via the MLB Ballpark app.

SP+ Parking Lot. Near Gate 2; accessible parking. Public parking contact (877) 717-0004.

InterPark - Stadium West Parking Garage. Near Gate 3; accessible parking. Public parking contact (314) 421-2613.

InterPark - Stadium East Parking Garage. Near Gate 5; accessible parking. Public parking contact (314) 421-2613.

Lot C. ADA parking located along 8th Street, first-come, first-served.

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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.

In the neighborhood

Ballpark Village, a first-of-its-kind sports-anchored entertainment district with many dining, drink and entertainment options (including Cardinals Nation), is located just across Clark Street from Busch Stadium.

Tickets & gear

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Frequently asked

What size bag can I bring into Busch Stadium?

Bags up to 10" x 8" x 10" are allowed at Busch Stadium. 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.

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