World Baseball Classic

The World Baseball Classic is coming to Minute Maid Park in 2026!

World Baseball Classic, Inc. (WBCI) announced the sixth installment of the World Baseball Classic, which is scheduled for March 2026, in which Minute Maid Park will serve as a World Baseball Classic host for the first time in the event’s history. The ballpark will become the ninth different Major League ballpark to host World Baseball Classic contests, joining Chase Field in Phoenix (2006, 2013, 2023); Petco Park in San Diego (2006, 2009, 2017); Angel Stadium in Anaheim (2006); Rogers Centre in Toronto (2009); Dolphin Stadium in Miami (2009); Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles (2009, 2017); Oracle Park in San Francisco (2013); and loanDepot park in Miami (2013, 2017, 2023).

The Houston Astros will host World Baseball Classic matchups for Pool B at Minute Maid Park featuring teams Great Britain, Italy, Mexico and the United States along with the winner of a Qualifier.

Full ticketing information for the 2026 tournament will be announced at a later date, but fans can submit the form below to receive notifications about tournament information and upcoming presale opportunities.

Learn more at worldbaseballclassic.com.