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Will Smith 'Game 7 Home Run' Bobblehead
vs Arizona Diamondbacks · Mar 28
LOS ANGELES DODGERS
Dodger Stadium
Los Angeles, CAEst. 196256,000 seatsMLB
The third-oldest ballpark in Major League Baseball and the largest by capacity. Built privately by Walter O'Malley in Chavez Ravine.
PHOTO: Ken Lund · CC BY-SA 2.0
Architecture & History
Dodger Stadium opened in 1962, making it the third-oldest actively used park in MLB. Built in Chavez Ravine, it was the first privately financed MLB stadium since Yankee Stadium in 1923.
The terraced hillside design allows fans to enter at their seating level, eliminating ramps. The San Gabriel Mountains provide a stunning backdrop beyond the outfield pavilions.
Build specs
- OPENED
- April 10, 1962
- ARCHITECT
- Emil Praeger
- COST
- $23M (1962)
- RENOVATIONS
- $100M+ (2020-present)
Statues & Exterior
STATUES & MONUMENTS
Jackie Robinson Statue
Breaking Barriers
Left Field Plaza
Bronze statue of Robinson stealing home, honoring the man who broke baseball's color barrier in 1947.
Sandy Koufax Statue
The Left Arm of God
Center Field Plaza
Depicts Koufax in his iconic high-kick pitching motion. Unveiled in 2012.
EXTERIOR FEATURES
Chavez Ravine Views
Upper Deck
Panoramic views of the San Gabriel Mountains, downtown LA skyline, and on clear days, the Hollywood sign.
Names & History
1962–present
Dodger Stadium
Named for the team, who got their name from Brooklyn residents dodging trolley cars.
Also known as
Chavez RavineBlue Heaven on Earth
The Food
MUST TRY
Dodger Dog
A 10-inch steamed pork frankfurter in a steamed bun. The highest-volume hot dog in professional sports — over 10 million sold per season.
CLASSIC
Dodger Dog
Every stand
The highest-volume hot dog in professional sports — over 10 million sold per season.
LOCAL
Carne Asada Nachos
Think Blue BBQ, Section 45
Grilled carne asada over tortilla chips with guacamole, pico, and jalapeños.
The Beer
Official PartnerLocal Only
Golden Road Mango Cart
Golden Road Brewing
The mango wheat beer that became LA's most recognizable craft product. Light, tropical.
Local Craft
Modelo Especial
Grupo Modelo
Reflecting the cultural composition of Los Angeles baseball fandom. Cold, clean, and right for the weather.
Sun & Weather Guide
Day Games (1:10 PM)SUN
Left Field Pavilion, Loge 150-170
The left field pavilion has zero shade for afternoon games. The Loge level on the first base side is fully exposed.
Day Games (1:10 PM)MIXED
Reserve Level (Third Base)
The upper reserve level on the third base side is the first area to get shade.
Evening Games (7:10 PM)MIXED
All Sections
Sun sets behind the outfield; most seats shaded by 5th inning of evening games.
Insider Tips
01
The One Thing
Get to your seat early enough to watch batting practice with the San Gabriel Mountains in the background beyond center field. On a clear evening in April or October, this backdrop is the most visually stunning in outdoor baseball.
02
The Dodger Dog Decision
The Premium Dodger Dog (grilled, field level) versus the Original Dodger Dog (steamed, everywhere) is a genuine preference question. Get one of each and decide for yourself.
03
Arrive Early
Dodger Stadium traffic is legendary and the only way to avoid it is to be there first. Parking opens 2.5 hours before first pitch. Gates open 2 hours early.
04
Stay Late
Leave when you want — traffic will be bad regardless. The alternative is to stay until the full post-game fireworks finish (Friday and Saturday games) and then let the first wave of traffic clear.
05
Parking Reality
Dodger Stadium is accessible primarily by car. There is no direct rail connection. The Dodger Stadium Express bus runs from Union Station on Metro. Lots are $35+ and post-game exit is a 45-minute crawl.
06
Best Value Seat
Top Deck sections along the foul lines. Good sight lines, the mountain backdrop is fully visible, the prices are the lowest in the stadium, and you develop shade earlier than field-level seats.
2026 Promotions at Dodger Stadium
Back-to-Back World Champions Hoodie
vs Cleveland Guardians · Mar 30
Mystery Bobblehead
vs Cleveland Guardians · Mar 31
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