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2026 Magnetic Schedule
vs Cincinnati Reds · Apr 3
TEXAS RANGERS
Globe Life Field
Arlington, TXEst. 202040,300 seatsMLB
The newest and most climate-controlled ballpark in MLB.
Architecture & History
Globe Life Field opened in 2020 with a retractable roof, replacing the beloved but sweltering Globe Life Park. It hosted the entire 2020 World Series — the only neutral-site World Series in history.
Build specs
- OPENED
- March 31, 2020
- ARCHITECT
- HKS, Inc.
- COST
- $1.2B
Statues & Exterior
STATUES & MONUMENTS
Nolan Ryan Statue
The Ryan Express
Outside Gate 1
Depicts Ryan in his iconic high-kick delivery.
EXTERIOR FEATURES
Retractable Roof
Overhead
The 5.5-acre retractable roof can be opened or closed in 12 minutes.
Names & History
2020–present
Globe Life Field
Replaced Globe Life Park in Arlington (1994-2019, originally The Ballpark in Arlington).
Also known as
The Shed
The Food
MUST TRY
Lockhart Smokehouse Brisket
Authentic Central Texas BBQ style brisket. Properly smoked, not steam-table. The jalapeño sausage is exceptional.
SIGNATURE
Lockhart Smokehouse Brisket
Various stands
Authentic Central Texas BBQ style brisket. Properly smoked. The jalapeño sausage is exceptional.
LOCAL
Brisket Tacos
Taco stands
Smoked brisket on flour tortillas with guacamole, pico, and queso.
The Beer
Texas HeritageLocal Only
Shiner Bock
Spoetzl Brewery
Czech-Texan amber lager brewed in Shiner, Texas since 1909. Cold, amber, distinctly Texan.
Sun & Weather Guide
Roof Open (Rare)SUN
Sections 1-20, First Base Side
When open, Texas sun floods the first base side.
Roof ClosedMIXED
All Sections
The retractable roof keeps the Texas heat at bay — AC throughout.
Roof Open SpringMIXED
All Sections
Spring and fall games with the roof open are among the best in Texas.
Insider Tips
01
The One Thing
Eat Lockhart Smokehouse brisket inside Globe Life Field in 72°F air conditioning while it's 105°F outside. This is the single greatest comfort disparity in professional sports.
02
The Texas BBQ Decision
Lockhart Smokehouse does proper Central Texas BBQ — brisket AND jalapeño sausage. The sausage is exceptional.
03
Arrive Early
Check the exterior temperature before leaving your car. Dress for the outside. Globe Life Field handles everything from that point.
04
Stay Late
The post-game beer in 72°F inside the park is more pleasant than the post-game beer in 100°F outside it.
05
Parking Reality
Globe Life Field is car-centric. The lots are extensive and well-organised. For most DFW visitors, driving is the practical option.
06
Best Value Seat
Upper level sections along either foul line. In a climate-controlled stadium, choose based on sight line and price — not sun angle.
2026 Promotions at Globe Life Field
Dot Race Results Bobblehead
vs Cincinnati Reds · Apr 4
Rangers 'Puffy Letter' Crewneck Shirt
vs Seattle Mariners · Apr 6
Pilgrim Stops Near Arlington
Weird, wonderful, and worth the detour.
museum
Perot Museum of Nature and Science
A limestone cube on a glass base, with Texas oil core samples and a T. rex inside.
+ 60 min detour
historic
Sixth Floor Museum Dallas
The sniper's nest, reconstructed exactly as the Warren Commission photographed it, at the actual window.
+ 60 min detour
Plan your pilgrimage
Every Park a Pilgrimage.
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