There is a certain sense of nostalgia that exudes from Phoenix Muni that you don't really get at the newer Spring Training facilities in Arizona. True, it is the oldest still in use, but it feels more intimate and more geared towards the spirit of seeing your team before the season starts. It's less about business and more about getting back into the swing of the things, having a few laughs on the basepads and shaking hands with the people who really live and die by their fandom. Most of the seats beyond 1B and #b sides are benches, another throwback, but really, there isn't a bad seat to watch a game. Get there early if you're into meeting players and getting autographs and also be prepared to wait in lines for food or drink. Even when ALL the stands are open, they are not enough to service a packed house of hungry fans. Bring cash, only a few places accept card. read more

One of my favorite locations because it is conveniently located across from my work building. The parking is good - even better for me since I can walk. The concessions are cheap - $4 for a hot dog or soda. A combo pack of a hot dog, drink and popcorn for $11. The views are good and provides good access to players if you want to try for an autograph. As another reviewer pointed out, there is no outfield grass, which is a disappointment. Another thing that is down is the feeling in your ass after sitting on the metal bleacher style seats down the left field line - but for $7, good parking, nice location and cheap concessions, I am a fan. read more

Phoenix Municipal Stadium - Stadiums & Arenas Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Went here this past weekend for the A's-Giants spring training game. I must say the bleacher seats are extremely uncomfortable. The seats are too low and make your knees sore after just a couple innings, and I'm only 5-9. Tickets are cheap, which is how spring training games should be. There is very little shaded seating, so a trip to the shaded picnic area in the LF corner is a must to cool down a little bit. Parking and access to the stadium are convenient and easy. read more

Back again, year 3, to see the A's in Spring Training at this field. I have to be honest, compared to the other fields out there, this place feels old. But, it's the A's field. You are right up next to them when they warm up. They sign lots of autographs. There is no bad seat in the house. The setting is great with Papago right behind it. Parking is easy (though they do charge $5). It's just a good place to go. And they have those beer gardens with picnic tables and grass for those people who just have to have some grass. Not a lot of fluff here, just A's BASEBALL!!! read more

This is my first collegiate baseball game I have been to without actually being in the game as a player which is saying a lot. I drive home from work through the back side roads of south west Scottsdale to get to and from work and drive right by the sun devils baseball stadium. AZ wildcats vs Sun devils so I had to check it out! The stadium is right next to Papago Sonoran desert habitat and the desert botanical gardens both of which are worthy of seeing on their own. However, this is a great ball park! Plus, it is not a dry collegiate stadium! All be it, expensive to drink here, but having one or 2 beers here to relax after work was worth it. The reason I did not give this 5 stars was because I felt the collegiate atmosphere was lacking a little. Ball player's friends, girlfriends, parents and people who just love to watch baseball were there, but not in the numbers I expected in a city known for its baseball talent. I see talented players from Phoenix/Scottsdale going to much less credible schools than ASU, academically, and I'm left wondering why? If you are a ballplayer from here with a scholarship to Stanford, Georgia, or Texas, I can understand leaving and going elsewhere as your talent may take you places. Otherwise, why on earth would you want to leave one of the top ranked party schools in the nation!? read more

Phoenix municipal Stadium is the home for spring training of the Oakland A's located in the Phoenix/Tempe area south of desert botanical gardens. This is the last year at this facility and they will be moving to the Cubs old Stadium in Mesa (which is nicer) I am a Oakland A's fan ever since Ricky Henderson so it was really cool to go here and see some of the stuff they have to honor their Hall of Famers ( Reggie Jackson, Rollie Fingers, Dennis Eckersley... Hello?!) . That being said there is no grass in the outfield and limited shade seating. Inside the stadium you have a beautiful view of the Papago Buttes. Parking is five dollars across the street and take the bridge over if you don't park for free at Papago park. By the cheapest ticket and sit wherever you want. Go A's!! read more

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I was recently in town checking out some spring training games and caught the A's Angels tilt about a week back. Very nice stadium and there isn't a bad seat to be had. Absolutely beautiful views of Popango Park! Sometimes its hard to focus on the game because of all the beautiful scenery around you. Phoenix Municipal Stadium is easy to get to, parking is simple and tickets are cheap! I only have a few complaints and the major one is with the food selection! No burgers? Chicken fingers? Fries? Selection was very limited and the food they had isn't really that great, the kettle korn was way below average! Another complaint is with the scoreboard, it was almost impossible to see because of the glare of the sun and is so outdated it makes Titanic seem recent. Do Cactus league stadiums not believe in radar guns? The staff was very kind and knowledgeable and I'd love to come back to Phoenix Municipal Stadium in the future to catch another Cactus league match-up. read more

I'm sad that the A's are leaving this stadium. Why oh why can't they stay? I have been coming to Phoenix Muni to watch the A's play since I was a little girl and now that they are moving I won't know what to do! This park has character just like the Oakland Colliseum. It is close to both Scottsdale, Tempe and Downtown Phoenix and close to the light rail. The park has decent seating. It's a solid park in my opinion! read more

Phoenix Municipal Stadium is an appropriate home for the Spring Training Oakland Athletics, as it has the same "old school" feel as the Oakland Coliseum: a basic slab of concrete with green seats, priced somewhat cheaper than other stadiums. The stadium is rather small compared to the Giants monstrousity in Scottsdale, thus you can actually get "bleacher seats" that are close to First or Third base. The games I went to this season had pleasant baseball weather, tho some not-so-pleasant baseball fans who mercilessly heckled all the rookies, as well as any fans who would happen to drop a foul ball. Fortunately, no nazi security guards here: one can bring your own food into to park and sealed bottles of water. Happily, they go by the honor system and just asked me "You have sealed water bottles in here, right?" as they fondled my bag and let me pass. However, don't talk to your friends while the Star Spangled Banner is playing, or you'll get "SHUSHED" by your elders, as I did. read more

I am so excited that baseball season has started!! Well, not officially, but spring training is giving a little taste of the upcoming season. I was just at the Phoenix Municipal Stadium to see the LA Dodgers play the Chicago White Soxs. The stadium was great to watch the ballgame. We sat behind home plate, the seats were comfortable and the beer was cold...what else do you need on a sunny afternoon? read more

With spring training in full swing (ah, see what I did there) this is my favorite stadium to attend as a baseball fan. I have been to many of the other spring training facilities and I found that at this stadium is where you can get the most for your money. This is one of the older stadiums in the valley but it still offers a professional and entertaining atmosphere. Unlike other stadiums there is no lawn seating available here so the cheapest tickets at bleacher seats ($12). I would suggest you bring a seat cushion if you will be sitting on the bleachers for the entire game. When I attend a game here I usually like to spend a couple innings in my seat then make my way over to the beer garden area down the third base line basically in left field. This area has tables with umbrellas a grassy area and a spot to lean, drink your beer and watch the game. If you have children with you this is a good spot to have them run around if they get a little antsy in their seats. The lack of lawn seating offers up an amazing view of the Papago mountains, very picturesque. Parking is only $5, but taking the light rail is convenient with a short walk to the stadium. The concessions are pretty reasonable as well. I will list a couple reasons why you should consider this park when visiting for spring training or the Arizona Fall League. 1. You love the game of baseball and want to be close to the action. 2. Want to enjoy a day at the ballpark with your family without taking out a loan. 3. Want to see a phoenix baseball landmark that still looks amazing after 30 years. I hope you enjoyed the review and enjoy the ballgame. read more

Went to see the A's play the Padres. It's the closest Spring Training stadium to downtown Phoenix and is right across the street from the Phoenix zoo. I really enjoyed seeing a game here. It's an old time stadium which means you can really close to the field. It might not have all the bells and whistles of newer spring training stadiums, but that's the point of spring training, right? Just a nice, small, laid back place to see a baseball game in the Arizona sun. read more

We went here for our first A's spring training game, and had a great time sitting by the A's bullpen in the sun. The stadium is definitely a bit old and worn down, but the food was decent and the beer was cold. I hear the A's are moving to Mesa in 2015, so not too many more chances to see them here. read more

$18 for a single "Outfield Reserved" ticket in the Cactus League's oldest stadium? I thought this was Spring Training!?! And there is no outfield seating... It's just way down the 1st and 3rd base line. Apparently, when you are from Oakland, you just get use to paying more for less. read more

Nice enough no/low frills ballpark. The concession stands only took cash which was a bit of a bummer. Not sure if that's a temporary situation or not. I think it was only $6 for a foot long hot dog which has to be the best value in the Cactus League. read more

Experienced my first spring training game on St. Patty's Day with a matchup of the A's Vs. the Giants. Half my family was in A's gear and the other half in Giants. First the good. I really liked the size and feel of the ballpark, felt like there was no bad seat in the stadium. Parking was inexpensive and plenty of it. Concessions were good and they had extra people out with buckets of beer and water. Now the bad. We had seats in the outfields and the bleacher benches were built for 8 year olds, not someone over 6 ft tall. Also, there was no grass areas in the outfield. Overall, I really enjoyed the game, Giants won, and we all had a good time. I look forward to going to Scottsdale stadium. read more

An older small stadium with lots of charm. Great views right outside left field. Sad that this is going to be torn down after this year.

decent field. I do like how my Field Box made me feel like I was basically in the dugout(unfortunately the A's dugout). Crazy open sun during the daytime ,thank god it wasn't super humid . I did partake in some foot long hot dog eating , but unlike the review before me , I thought it tasted like barf. Good parking across the street and at a decent price read more