Angel Stadium Overview

Ok, ok … we’re not going to lie: as MLB stadiums go, there aren’t many people who would rank Angel Stadium near the top. It’s the fourth oldest stadium in the league, behind Fenway, Wrigley, and Dodger Stadiums. And no … Angel Stadium ain’t those ballparks (to say the least). 

And yet here’s the thing: while recent attempts to figure out a new stadium plan haven’t worked out, the lease on Angel Stadium runs through 2029, so while there will certainly be plenty of talk about what happens after that, for now, it’s Angel Stadium for Angels baseball. 

But just because this ballpark may be ending its lifespan, there’s still good reason to go check it out. Once Angel Stadium and the Oakland Coliseum are gone (and Oakland only has 2024 left as an MLB ballpark), you’ll essentially have no more of the “old school ballparks” left to go see. You’ll have the historic buildings like Fenway and Wrigley, and then all of the modern era ballparks that were built in the last 30 years. But Angel Stadium will be the last of the 1960/70’s mixed use ballparks. So for nostalgia, Angel Stadium is going to be the last of its kind.

So absolutely … come check it out. With some good insider info, you’ll know how to get the most out of your experience. And in case you haven’t heard, Angel Stadium is in Anaheim, which is in Southern California, which has … sunshine. And beaches. And Disneyland. And lots of other things that makes it one of the biggest tourist destinations in the country.

Our five-part guide to Angel Stadium will help you plan the perfect trip to see baseball in Anaheim. We’ll cover:

1. Travel: Getting to Anaheim
2. Lodging: Where you should stay in Anaheim
3. Local Transit: How you should get around Anaheim
4. Ticketing/Seating/Premium: Where to sit, how to buy, and whether to opt for premium seating
5. Gameday: What to do before/during/after the game

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Why you should visit Angel Stadium

How many games should you see?

Although we could always suggest seeing multiple games at a ballpark, the truth is that between the lack of a surrounding gameday environment, plus the limited seating products in the building, you can probably check Angel Stadium off of your list with one game (and you certainly don’t need more than two). And since you may very well be doing a lot of other things while you’re here – whether that’s heading to Disneyland, or the beach, or driving north to LA or south to San Diego – one game may fit best with your overall trip schedule. I would recommend a Saturday night game so you can see the fireworks!

When should you go to Angel Stadium?

There is no bad time to travel to California. April through June is perfect – warm days and cool nights (maybe bring a light jacket). July to October definitely picks up in temperatures, but with the low humidity and ocean breeze, miserably hot days are few and far between. Angel Stadium has tons of great shaded seat options as well. 

In terms of opponents, our Freeway Series vs. the Dodgers are always sold out games, so if you want to be in the middle of that action, buy your tickets early. Other than that, it’s really just the Yankees that draw a sell out crowd, so for the most part, tickets are rarely ever a problem at Angel Stadium.

Where Angel Stadium is located

Angel Stadium is located in Anaheim, the heart of Orange County, and less than four miles from the front entrance to Disneyland. It’s best navigated by either rental car or rideshare. The stadium sits right beside the 57 Freeway and is surrounded by one giant parking lot – making parking convenient, but not much else. But the stadium itself is relatively easy to get in and out of.  

The stadium has a couple of local breweries located right outside that are recommended to hit up prior to the game: Golden Road Brewing & Karl Strauss Brewing Company. Beyond that, the action is going to be inside the stadium, and we’ll tell you all about it in our Gameday chapter.

About your Angel Stadium Insider

Hey there! I’m AP, a true Orange County native through and through, and I’ve been attending Angels games for over 30 years.

I learned very early that loving the sport was not a choice – it chooses you.

No matter how the Angels played, season after season, I found myself at the stadium, wearing the jerseys, singing “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” at the top of my lungs every 7th inning stretch…

I fell in love not with the game, but with the community. And now I get to take my kids to games just like my parents took me and my sisters. To me, that is what being an Angels Fan is all about. 

As are many stadiums around the country, Angel Stadium is an intricate part of its community – it’s not just about the sport. My high school winter formal was held right behind home plate. I attended my first country concert on the field as a part of their annual summer concert series. So many of my core memories are associated with that stadium, so to me it’s not just Angel stadium – it’s home!

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