Homestand 14: September 16 - 22
Below is a complete guide of everything you need to know as you prepare to come to Petco Park when the Padres host the Astros (Sept. 16 - 18) and White Sox (Sept. 20 - 22).
DIGITAL TICKETING GUIDE
All tickets are digital and can be accessed within the MLB Ballpark app. Our full digital ticketing guide will help you to sign into your Padres Account Manager to access and manage your tickets, as well as how to access your tickets in the Ballpark app. Follow the step-by-step guides to learn how to access, transfer, exchange (Members-only!), or donate your tickets. All tickets can be accessed in the MLB Ballpark app for scanning and entry at the gates on gamedays. Make sure to transfer tickets to everyone in your party before the game so everyone has their own digital ticket.
Once again, Petco Park will be utilizing Ticketmaster SafeTix and screenshots will no longer be accepted at the gates for entry. Also, please have the latest version of the Ballpark App updated prior to entering the Ballpark for the first time this season. If you have an iPhone and do not have iOS16, you may be able to access Account Manager from a web browser on your phone to access your digital tickets. We recommend accessing your tickets on the Ballpark App before arriving to Petco Park to ensure you have the latest version of the App and can view your ticket barcodes! Additionally, we recommend saving your tickets to your phone's wallet in case you have connectivity issues when you arrive at Petco Park.
ENTRY POLICIES
Petco Park will prohibit bags, except for clutches and purses no larger than 5” X 7”, single-compartment clear plastic bags not exceeding 12” X 6” X 12”, or infant and medical bags.
Season Ticket Members have access to the ballpark two (2) hours prior to first pitch, which is 30 minutes prior to the public. Dedicated Member Gates are located at Home Plate Gate and Park Blvd. Gate.
In addition, all Members can enter through the East Village Gate on Monday, September 16 starting at 3 PM to watch Padres Batting Practice in its entirety.
GATE TIMES & GATE ACCESS ADVISORY
Please see the schedule below for the various gate times for weekend series against the White Sox. When entering certain gates, fans will have access to only select locations until all gates are open (designated by “Public Gates” on the schedule):
Friday, Sept. 20:
4:00 PM Gallagher Square Gates*
4:30 PM Member Gates & Public Gates
6:40 PM First Pitch
Saturday, Sept. 21:
3:00 PM Gallagher Square Gates*
3:30 PM Member Gates
4:00PM Public Gates
5:40 PM First Pitch
Sunday, Sept. 22:
10:30 AM Gallagher Square Gates*
11:00 AM Member Gates
11:30 AM Public Gates
1:10 PM First Pitch
*Gallagher Square Gates: All fans will have access to Gallagher Square, the Team Store, and Power Alley at the time designated above only until all gates open.
GETTING TO THE GAME
Public Transportation
When planning your trip to Petco Park, consider MTS, which provides direct, frequent service to Petco Park on all three Trolley lines and select bus routes. You can avoid traffic and parking by using MTS Park & Ride lots along the Trolley system. North County COASTER provides an alternative mass-transit option to get safely to the ballpark.
Parking
Padres preferred parking is available adjacent to Petco Park. Guests are strongly encouraged to pre-purchase their parking to guarantee a spot in these convenient lots. Pre-paid parking is unavailable for purchase online within 4 hours of first pitch.
Looking for parking in additional lots in downtown San Diego? Click here to visit the San Diego Padres SpotHero Parking Page.
Rideshare
A designated rideshare loading zone is located across the street from the Bayfront Hilton Hotel (next to the Convention Center) on Harbor Drive and Park Boulevard. We encourage fans to get dropped off and picked up at this location, and then take the pedestrian sky bridge towards Petco Park.
CONCESSIONS & MOBILE ORDERING
Concession stands are open on all levels of the ballpark with new offerings including Gelati & Peccati, An’s Gelato, and Spiro’s Mediterranean Cuisine, plus additional locations of your favorites including San Diego’s Finest Chicken in the Mercado! In-seat delivery via the MLB Ballpark app is available for both food and beverage in premium seating areas (Blue Shield Home Plate Club, First Base VIP Box, Lexus Club, Cutwater Coronado Club, and Terrace Level).
Select the Padres as your favorite team in the MLB Ballpark app to enhance your gameday! Use our interactive Ballpark Map and our Food Finder to see which food and beverage locations are closest to you!
Don't forget that Members enjoy 10% off concessions. Be sure to use the Membership Discount Card in the MLB Ballpark app!
MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT
All Padres Members receive 10% off concessions and retail during the Postseason. To receive your discount, access your Membership Discount Card in the MLB Ballpark App using the steps below:
MEMBER LOUNGE & HAPPY HOUR
Available from the time gates open until first pitch, Members can enjoy special drink offers at several locations throughout the ballpark during the Postseason. Please scan your Membership Discount Card or Padres Pay to receive this Member Happy Hour pricing. All specials start at $5 and happy hour locations and offerings are subject to change.
MEMBER BATTING PRACTICE EXPERIENCE
Join us for the Padres Member Batting Practice Experience this season! We are opening gates early for one game each homestand to all Padres Members to watch the entirety of Padres batting practice, and potentially catch a home run.
The first opportunity to watch the Padres batting practice in its entirety is September 16 and the East Village Gate will open at 3 PM. Keep an eye out for special baseballs (with gold stitching!) being hit throughout batting practice as part of the Golden Ball Promotion, sponsored by Rawlings. Snag any golden ball hit into the reserved outfield seating area and receive one (1) complimentary replica Padres jersey of your choice, subject to availability. These baseballs may be redeemed at the Team Store at any point during the game.
Please note, Member Batting Practice dates are subject to change.
HOMESTAND HIGHLIGHTS
The final homestand of the regular season kicks off with the Houston Astros coming in town Sept. 16 - 18. On Wednesday, celebrate our 2023 Platinum Glove Winner and take home a Fernando Tatis Jr. Bobblehead, presented by Canel’s, to commemorate this incredible achievement.
Friday is the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Weekend, presented by Blue Shield of California, when the Padres take on the Chicago White Sox. The festivities begin with Fiesta in the Park, presented by Verizon. Fans are encouraged to join us in Gallagher Square for a pregame happy hour, including drink specials and upbeat Latin music, available from the time gates open until first pitch. After the game, enjoy postgame fireworks presented by Northgate Market set to popular Latin artists including Bad Bunny, J. Balvin, and more!
On Sunday, fans who purchase a special Theme Game package can attend a postgame concert, presented by Coca-Cola, featuring Los Tucanes de Tijuana! Only fans who purchase a Theme Game package will have access to the concert in Gallagher Square after the game ends.
Also on Sunday, bring your family to the final KidsFest, presented by SDG&E, and enjoy face painters, bounce houses, and more in Gallagher Square.
We’ll see you at Petco Park for this can’t-miss homestand as the Padres push for the Postseason!
THEME GAMES
The Padres offer a variety of Theme Games to enhance the fan experience at Petco Park and celebrate the diverse community throughout San Diego and the Baja region. Theme Games are a great way to access limited edition Padres items! As a Padres Member, you may purchase Theme Game item vouchers in Account Manager under Special Offers. Theme Game items are limited and must be picked up the day of the event from the redemption area. Upcoming Theme Games include:
- 9/16: Alzheimer's Awareness Night
- 9/16 & 9/17: Luis Arraez Bobblehead (9/16 is Sold Out)
- 9/17: Korean Heritage Celebration, presented by Nexen Tire
- 9/20 - 9/22: Hispanic Heritage Celebration, presented by Blue Shield of California
FAQ’S AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
We look forward to seeing you at Petco Park this season. We know you may have some questions. Please review our full FAQ and reference our A-Z information guide or reach out to your Membership Services representative.