Cactus League Spring Training Guide 2013
Batter up! Cactus League Spring Training is here. We’ve put together the ultimate spring training guide of where to eat and drink before or after the game, where to park, what you can bring in to each ballpark and more below.
Don’t forget to check out our Cactus League Spring Training page on our website for places to stay, a map of all the ballparks, and special spring training packages.
General Information
• Wear sunscreen! This is the first time in months that our skin has seen the daylight. Put on your sunscreen before you head out and bring more to apply during the game.
• Lawn seats can get hot, fast. Make sure to drink plenty of water and bring a hat and lightweight clothing to protect yourself from the sun.
• Bring cash. Many of the concession stands will take a credit card, but you’ll pay extra. There are ATMs at most stadiums, but you’ll get charged a fee to use them.
• Get your tickets early. Popular teams will sell out fast so plan ahead.
• Rules about outside food and drink vary by stadium. Check our tips below and/or the stadium website or call before you go to see what is/is not allowed.
Phoenix Municipal Stadium
Phoenix Municipal Stadium (5999 East Van Buren Street, Phoenix)
Team: Oakland A’s
Places to Eat Nearby
America’s Taco Shop (735 E. University Drive, Tempe)
Bison Witches Bar & Deli (21 E. 6th Street #146, Tempe)
Cornish Pasty Co. (960 W. University Suite 103, Tempe )
Draw 10 Bar & Grill (5444 E. Washington Street, Phoenix)
Essence Bakery Café (825 W. University Drive, Tempe)
Four Peaks Brewing Company (1340 E. 8th Street, Tempe)
Green Restaurant (2240 N. Scottsdale Road, Tempe)
Monti’s La Casa Vieja Restaurant (100 South Mill Avenue, Tempe)
Pete’s Fish & Chips (1017 E. Apache Boulevard, Tempe)
Spinato’s Pizza (227 S. Smith Road, Tempe)
The Stockyards, Arizona’s Original Steakhouse (5009 E. Washington, Phoenix)
Additional Info
• You can bring small soft coolers (no bigger than a backpack) and non-alcoholic beverages in a plastic, factory-sealed bottle. No glass bottles or alcohol is allowed.
• Parking is $5 per car.
• On March 17 you can celebrate St. Patrick's Day with green beer that will be served at the stadium.
• Kids can step up to the plate and test their skills in the speed-pitch batting cage.
• Make a day of it and go hiking in Papago Park, visit the Desert Botanical Garden or the Phoenix Zoo.
Maryvale Baseball Park
Maryvale Baseball Park (3600 N. 51st Avenue, Phoenix)
Team: Milwaukee Brewers
Places to Eat Nearby
Coffee and Tea Express (5835 W. Palmaire Avenue, Glendale)
Durants (2611 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix)
El New Yorican (2714 W. Thomas Road, Phoenix)
Fu-Fu Cuisine (3633 W. Camelback Road, Phoenix)
Kiss the Cook (4915 W. Glendale Avenue, Glendale)
Original Hamburger Works (2801 N. 15th Avenue, Phoenix)
Papa Ed’s Ice Cream (7146-B N. 58th Avenue, Glendale)
Pete’s Fish & Chips (5516 W. Glendale Avenue, Glendale)
Pizza a Metro (2336 W. Thomas Road, Phoenix)
Additional Info
• Coolers, backpacks, lawn chairs and soft sided bags larger than 16"x16"x8" are not allowed inside the stadium.
• For seats in the shade, pick the upper rows behind home plate. For seats in the sun, choose seats in any lower section or head to the outfield.
• The first 2,000 fans will get a bobblehead on March 8 (Italian Racing Sausage), March 16 (Aramis Ramirez) and March 24 (Ryan Braun).
• Get an autograph during batting practice along the right field line or when players exit the game.
• Parking is $6.
Photo credit: Salt River Fields
Salt River Fields (7555 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale)
Teams: Arizona Diamondbacks and Colorado Rockies
Places to Eat Nearby
America’s Taco Shop (9261 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale)
Andreoli Italian Grocer & Deli (8880 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale)
Blue Burrito Grille ( 7318 E. Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale)
Buzzberry Coffee ‘n Smoothies (5959 N. Granite Reef Road, Scottsdale)
Café ZuZu (6850 E. Main Street, Scottsdale)
El Chorro ( 5550 E. Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley)
Four Peaks Brewing Company (15745 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale)
Lox Stock and Bagel (7353 N. Via Paseo Del Sur, Scottsdale )
Rancho Pinot Grill (6208 N. Scottsdale Road, Paradise Valley)
Rita’s Kitchen (5402 E. Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley)
Spinato’s Pizzeria (11108 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard, Scottsdale)
Sweet Republic Ice Cream (9160 E. Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale)
Terroir Wine Pub (7001 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale)
Uncorked Wine Bar (16427 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale)
Village Coffee Roastery (8120 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale)
Wildflower Bread Company (15640 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale OR 7001 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale)
Additional Info
• Children two and under who are sitting in the lap of adult do not need a game ticket. Children three and older must have a valid game ticket.
• Guests are permitted to seek autographs from players along the railing between sections 101 - 104 and 120 - 123 up to 40 minutes prior to game time, or until batting practice, whichever comes first.
• The Arizona Diamondbacks will hold autograph sessions at each of their home games on the left field concourse. The sessions will feature two players each D-backs home game and will run from 11:45 a.m. - noon on day games and 5:45 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. on night games.
• Regulations allow only soft-sided bags and containers 16"x16"x8" or smaller.
• The Cold Stone Kids Fun Field will feature kid-friendly activities. The Fun Field will be open one hour and ten minutes before the first pitch and the close at the end of the 7th inning.
• Outside food or beverages, hard-sided coolers or containers, stools or folding chairs are NOT permitted in the stadium.
• You may bring two factory sealed bottles of water, per person. No larger than one liter in size.
• Following every Sunday game kids have the opportunity to run the bases at no cost. To participate, kids can line up between sections 204 & 205 following the game.
• Check out a bird’s eye view of the games or the McDowell Mountains from observation towers throughout the campus.
Photo credit: Peoria Sports Complex
Peoria Sports Complex (16101 N. 83rd Avenue, Peoria)
Teams: Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres
Places to Eat Nearby
3rd Place Neighborhood Grill ( 15814 N. 83rd Avenue, Peoria)
Blu Burger Grille (9828 W. Northern Avenue, Peoria)
Carolina’s (9030 W. Peoria Avenue, Peoria)
Cucina Tagliani Italian Kitchen (8349 W. Bell Road, Peoria)
Kabuski Sushi & Grill (8378 W. Thunderbird Road, Peoria)
Mercer’s (9720 W. Peoria Avenue, Peoria)
The Moon Saloon ( 16554 N. 83rd Avenue, Peoria)
Yogurtime (16055 N. Arrowhead Fountain Circle, Peoria)
Additional Info
• Factory sealed, plastic water bottles with non-carbonated, colorless water, juice boxes, baby food, formula, and small bags with food are allowed.
• Parking is $5 for cars $10 for RVs.
• Every Monday (except for March 18) families can take advantage of the Family Four Pack deal that includes four seats, four hot dogs, four bags of chips and four small sodas for $35.
• On Feb. 23, the city is hosting a postgame street festival from 4 - 9p.m. The event features a concert from Mark McGrath and Sugar Ray. If you attend the game that day, concert admission is free.
• On March 9, your pooch is welcome on the lawn with a $4 dog ticket. Proceeds go to the Arizona Humane Society.
• Hot dogs are $2 on Thursdays.
• Scout your favorite player at Autograph Alley, a tunnel that leads players into the field near the right-field corner.
Photo credit: Camelback Ranch
Camelback Ranch Stadium (10710 W. Camelback Road, Phoenix)
Teams: Chicago White Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers
Places to Eat Nearby
Baja Loco Mesquite Grill & Cantina (5134 N. 95th Avenue, Glendale)
G’s Food (10328 W Indian School Road, Phoenix)
Ground Control Coffee & Wine Bar (4860 N Litchfield Road, Goodyear)
Mama Gina’s (9380 W. Westgate Boulevard, Glendale)
Saddle Ranch Chop House ( 9375 W. Coyotes Boulevard, Glendale)
Tailgaters Sports Grill & Il Primo Pizza (5110 N. Dystart Road, Litchfield Park)
Thai Orchid Garden (12725 W. Indian School Road, Avondale)
Additional Information
• The famous Dodger Dog and Vienna Beef Chicago Dog are available at every game and come with authentic toppings.
• Players’ autographs may be obtained before the game on the outfield side of both dugouts. Autograph seekers must return to their seats 30 minutes before gametime.
• Prior to games on Feb. 23 (Dodgers) and Feb. 24 (White Socks), there will be pregame and in-game festivities celebrating the history of the team and welcoming alumni.
• Lawn chairs and lawn umbrellas are not permitted.
• Small, soft-sided coolers are permitted as well as one unopened bottle of water per person and food items in small, clear plastic bags.
• Following each Sunday game, kids can run the bases.
• Parking is free.
Photo credit: Goodyear Ballpark
Goodyear Ballpark (1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear)
Teams: Cleveland Indians and the Cincinnati Reds
Places to Eat Nearby
Augie’s Sports Grill (15605 W. Roosevelt Street, Suite 101, Goodyear)
Flavors of Louisiana (13025 W. Ranch Santa Fe Boulevard, Avondale)
Native New Yorker (530 N. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear)
Majerle’s Sports Grill (13375 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear)
Taste of Italy Pizza ( 3810 South Estrella Parkway, Goodyear)
TJ’s Homestyle Restaurant (310 N. Dysart Road, Avondale)
Wildflower Bread Company (1360 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear)
Additional Information
• Collect autographs from Indians or Reds players before the game on Feb. 23, 27, 28, March 6 (1:05p.m.), 21 and 26. Tickets for the autograph session will be distributed prior to gates opening, for the session shortly after the gates open.
• Feb. 22 is a charity game with all the Indians' and Reds' proceeds from the game being donated to the Homeless Youth Connection and Arizona in Action.
• Factory sealed, plastic water bottles with non-carbonated, colorless water, juice boxes, baby food, formula, and small bags with food are allowed.
• This ballpark features Midwest-specialty fried-bologna sandwiches, and Cleveland and Cincinnati-style hot dogs.
• In Ohio, chili tops spaghetti, potatoes, salads and fries. Cincinnati fans will be delighted to see Skyline Chili at Goodyear Ballpark and for Cleveland fans there’s Bertman Ballpark Mustard.
• Every game hosts a free kids zone, featuring inflatable baseball activities and a Wiffle Ball field.
• Kids can run bases after every Saturday and Sunday game. Seniors can run the bases after Tuesday games.
• Parking is $5.
Photo credit: Hohokam Stadium
HoHoKam Stadium (1235 N. Center Street, Mesa)
Team: Chicago Cubs
Places to Eat Nearby
Contigo Peru (1245 W. Guadalupe Road, Mesa)
Crackers & Co. Café (535 W. Iron Avenue, Mesa)
Sluggo’s Sports Grille (161 N. Centennial Way, Mesa)
Inside The Bungalow Café (48 N. Robson, Mesa)
Los Dos Molinos (260 W. Alma School Road, Mesa)
Lo Fi Coffee (105 W. Main Street, Mesa)
Nunthaporn’s Thai Cuisine (17 W. Main Street, Mesa)
Queen’s Pizzeria & Café (125 W. Main Street, Mesa)
Sun Devil Liquors (235 N. Country Club Drive, Mesa)
T.C. Eggington’s Brunchery (1660 S. Alama School Road, Mesa)
Urban Picnic (218 W. Main Street, Mesa)
Additional Info
• This stadium does not allow coolers, umbrellas, food, beverages or large bags. You can bring a blanket, one 32-ounce bottle of water, baby food or a stroller.
• Parking is $7 per car. (Tip: Arrive two hours before game time for best parking.)
• Watch the game in the shade behind first base – it’s also the best place to get autographs after 11 a.m.
Photo credit: Surprise Stadium
Surprise Stadium (15930 N. Bullard Avenue, Phoenix)
Teams: Kansas City Royals and the Texas Rangers
Places to Eat Nearby
Amuse Bouche (17058 W. Bell Road, Surprise)
Babbo Italian Eatery (15609 W. Bell Road, Surprise)
Big Buddha Restaurant (16572 W. Greenway Road, Surprise)
The Brookside II Bar and Grill (15170 W. Bell Road, Surprise)
Fresh Wasabi Sushi & Grill (13732 W. Bell Road, Surprise)
Hole ‘n One (13573 W. Camino Del Sol, Sun City West)
Irish Wolfhoud Pub (16811 N. Litchfield Road, Surprise)
Lucky’s Pizza (15508 W. Bell Road, Surprise)
Vogue Bistro (15411 W. Waddell Road, Surprise)
Additional Info
• Fans can gather along the left-and right-field lines to try for autographs. The practice fields open at 10 a.m.
• Most of the concessions here are cash only.
• You can bring food in clear, sealed plastic bags and one liter plastic water bottle per person. Juice boxes, baby food and formula are also allowed.
• Every Tuesday during spring training, senior citizens can purchase two-for-one plaza-level seats. Every Sunday, military men and women and veterans can purchase two-for-one plaza-level seats.
Tempe Diablo Stadium
Tempe Diablo Stadium (2200 W. Alameda Drive, Tempe)
Team: Angels
Places to Eat Nearby
Dhaba India Plaza (1872 E Apache Blvd., Tempe)
Essence Bakery Café (825 W. University Drive, Tempe)
Four Peaks Brewing Company ( 1340 E. 8th Street, Tempe)
House of Tricks (114 E. 7th Street, Tempe)
Los Dos Molinos (8646 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix)
Morning Glory Café (6106 S 32nd Street Phoenix)
Rustler’s Rooste (8383 S. 48th Street, Phoenix)
Spinato’s Pizza (227 S. Smith Road, Tempe)
Texas BBQ House (5037 S. 24th Street, Phoenix)
Yucca Tap Room (29 W. Southern Avenue, Tempe)
Additional Info
• Get autographs from players near the walking fence in the west parking lot between the stadium and practice fields or in the stadium on the right-field line near the team’s locker room.
• You may bring backpacks, soft-sided coolers, homemade sandwiches, cut fruit, chips and one sealed bottle of water per person.
• Parking is $5
Photo credit: City of Scottsdale
Scottsdale Stadium (7408 E. Osborn Road, Scottsdale)
Team: San Francisco Giants
Places to Eat Nearby
5th and Wine (7051 E. 5th Avenue, Scottsdale)
Arcadia Farms (7025 E. 1st Avenue, Scottsdale)
Atlas Bistro (2515 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale)
Baratin (7125 E 5th Avenue Suite 31, Scottsdale)
Big Earl’s BBQ (7213 E. First Avenue, Scottsdale)
Café Forte Bistro (7032 E. Main Street, Scottsdale)
The Cider Mill (7240 E. Main Street, Scottsdale)
Citizen Public House (7111 E. 5th Avenue, Scottsdale)
Cowboy Ciao (7133 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale)
Daily Dose Old Town Bar & Grill (4020 Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale)
Echo Coffee (2902 N. 68th Street, Scottsdale)
Lee’s Cream Liqueur (7137 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale)
Lo-Lo’s Chicken & Waffles (2765 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale)
Orange Table (7373 E. Scottsdale Mall, Scottsdale)
Petite Maison (7616 E. Shoeman Lane, Scottsdale)
POSH Improvisational Cuisine ( 7167 E. Rancho Vista Drive, Scottsdale)
Su Vino Winery (7035 E. Main Street, Scottsdale)
Additional Info
• This stadium carries beer from San Francisco’s Anchor Brewing Company and garlic fries, a fan favorite at the Giant’s home stadium.
• You can bring towels and blankets to sit on in the grass, but lawn chairs are not allowed.
• Get an autograph by getting to the game early and hang out along the rail behind the first-base line near the Giants dugout.
• Parking is free, but very limited. Catch a trolley to the stadium - there are four different routes with nearby parking to choose from.
Cactus League Spring Training Guide
Batter up! Cactus League Spring Training is here. We’ve put together the ultimate spring training guide of where to eat and drink before or after the game, where to park, what you can bring in to each ballpark and more below.
Don’t forget to check out our Cactus League Spring Training page on our website for places to stay, a map of all the ballparks, and special spring training packages.
General Information
• Wear sunscreen! This is the first time in months that our skin has seen the daylight. Put on your sunscreen before you head out and bring more to apply during the game.
• Lawn seats can get hot, fast. Make sure to drink plenty of water and bring a hat and lightweight clothing to protect yourself from the sun.
• Bring cash. Many of the concession stands will take a credit card, but you’ll pay extra. There are ATMs at most stadiums, but you’ll get charged a fee to use them.
• Get your tickets early. Popular teams will sell out fast so plan ahead.
• Rules about outside food and drink vary by stadium. Check the stadium website or call before you go to see what is/is not allowed.
Phoenix Municipal Stadium (5999 East Van Buren Street, Phoenix)
Team: Oakland A’s
Places to Eat Nearby
America’s Taco Shop (735 E. University Drive, Tempe)
Bison Witches Bar & Deli (21 E. 6th Street #146, Tempe)
Cornish Pasty Co. (960 W. University Suite 103, Tempe )
Draw 10 Bar & Grill (5444 E. Washington Street, Phoenix)
Essence Bakery Café (825 W. University Drive, Tempe)
Four Peaks Brewing Company (1340 E. 8th Street, Tempe)
Green Restaurant (2240 N. Scottsdale Road, Tempe)
Monti’s La Casa Vieja Restaurant (1 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe)
Pete’s Fish & Chips (1017 E. Apache Boulevard, Tempe)
Spinato’s Pizza (227 S. Smith Road, Tempe)
The Stockyards, Arizona’s Original Steakhouse (5009 E. Washington, Phoenix)
Additional Info
• You can bring small soft coolers (no bigger than a backpack) and non-alcoholic beverages in a plastic, factory-sealed bottle. No glass bottles or alcohol is allowed.
• Parking is $5 per car.
• Make a day of it and go hiking in Papago Park, visit the Desert Botanical Garden or the Phoenix Zoo.
Maryvale Baseball Park (3600 N. 51st Avenue, Phoenix)
Team: Milwaukee Brewers
Places to Eat Nearby
Coffee and Tea Express (5835 W. Palmaire Avenue, Glendale)
Durants (2611 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix)
El New Yorican (2714 W. Thomas Road, Phoenix)
Fu-Fu Cuisine (3633 W. Camelback Road, Phoenix)
Kiss the Cook (4915 W. Glendale Avenue, Glendale)
Original Hamburger Works (2801 N. 15th Avenue, Phoenix)
Papa Ed’s Ice Cream (7146-B N. 58th Avenue, Glendale)
Pete’s Fish & Chips (5516 W. Glendale Avenue, Glendale)
Pizza a Metro (2336 W. Thomas Road, Phoenix)
Additional Info
• The Brewers are the only Cactus League team to give away player bobbleheads before games. Dolls will be giving out on March 5, 8, 21, and 26.
• Get an autograph during batting practive along the right field line or when players exit the game.
• You can get a grilled Klement’s hot dog from Milwaukee.
• Parking is $6.
Salt River Fields (7555 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale)
Teams: Arizona Diamondbacks and Colorado Rockies
Places to Eat Nearby
America’s Taco Shop (9261 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale)
Andreoli Italian Grocer & Deli (8880 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale)
Blue Burrito Grille ( 7318 E. Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale)
Buzzberry Coffee ‘n Smoothies (5959 N. Granite Reef Road, Scottsdale)
Café ZuZu (6850 E. Main Street, Scottsdale)
El Chorro ( 5550 E. Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley)
Four Peaks Brewing Company (15745 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale)
Lox Stock and Bagel (7353 N. Via Paseo Del Sur, Scottsdale )
Rancho Pinot Grill (6208 N. Scottsdale Road, Paradise Valley)
Rita’s Kitchen (5402 E. Lincoln Drive)
Spinato’s Pizzeria (11108 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard, Scottsdale)
Sweet Republic Ice Cream (9160 E. Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale)
Terroir Wine Pub (7001 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale)
Uncorked Wine Bar (16427 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale)
Village Coffee Roastery (8120 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale)
Wildflower Bread Company (15640 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale OR 7001 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale)
Additional Info
• Best places for autographs are on the front-row seats at either left or right field near the bull pens. Go 40 minutes prior to a game or until the end of batting practice to catch your favorite players.
• A Wiffle Ball court for children is on the right field of the main stadium.
• Check out a bird’s eye view of the games or the McDowell Mountains from observation towers throughout the campus.
Peoria Sports Complex (16101 N. 83rd Avenue, Peoria)
Teams: Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres
Places to Eat Nearby
3rd Place Neighborhood Grill ( 15814 N. 83rd Avenue, Peoria) *Local gourmet food trucks will be in the parking lot of 3rd Place Neighborhood Grill for spring training! Check the schedule here.
Blu Burger Grille (9828 W. Northern Avenue, Peoria)
Carolina’s (9030 W. Peoria Avenue, Peoria)
Cucina Tagliani Italian Kitchen (8349 W. Bell Road, Peoria)
Kabuski Sushi & Grill (8378 W. Thunderbird Road, Peoria)
Mercer’s (9720 W. Peoria Avenue, Peoria)
The Moon Saloon ( 16554 N. 83rd Avenue, Peoria)
Yogurtime (16055 N. Arrowhead Fountain Circle, Peoria)
Additional Info
• Factory sealed, plastic water bottles with non-carbonated, colorless water, juice boxes, baby food, formula, and small bags with food are allowed.
• Parking is $5 for cars $10 for RVs.
• Every Monday families can take advantage of the Family Four Pack deal that includes four seats, hot dogs and sodas for $30 (four lawn tickets are $24).
• Hot dogs are $2 on Wednesdays and Sundays games have activities for kids.
• Scout your favorite player at Autograph Alley, a tunnel that leads players into the field near the right-field corner.
Camelback Ranch Stadium (10710 W. Camelback Road, Phoenix)
Teams: Chicago White Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers
Places to Eat Nearby
Baja Loco Mesquite Grill & Cantina (5134 N. 95th Avenue, Glendale)
G’s Food (103 W. Indian School Road, Phoenix)
Ground Control Coffee & Wine Bar (14140 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear)
Mama Gina’s (9380 W. Westgate Boulevard, Glendale)
Saddle Ranch Chop House ( 9375 W. Coyotes Boulevard, Glendale)
Tailgaters Sports Grill & Il Primo Pizza (5110 N. Dystart Road, Litchfield Park)
Thai Orchid Garden (12725 W. Indian School Road, Avondale)
Additional Information
• Players’ autographs may be obtained before the game on the outfield side of both dugouts. Autograph seekers must return to their seats 30 minutes before gametime.
• Lawn chairs and lawn umbrellas are not permitted.
• Small, soft-sided coolers are permitted as well as one unopened bottle of water per person and food items in small, clear plastic bags.
• On March 10, 17 and 23, Camelback Ranch will feature fireworks and $1 hot dogs. Postgame on those dates, kids can run the bases.
Goodyear Ballpark (1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear)
Teams: Cleveland Indians and the Cincinnati Reds
Places to Eat Nearby
Augie’s Sports Grill (15605 W. Roosevelt Street, Suite 101, Goodyear)
Flavors of Louisiana (13025 W. Ranch Santa Fe Boulevard, Avondale)
Ivy League Dogs (15605 W. Roosevelt Street, Goodyear)
Native New Yorker (530 N. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear)
Majerle’s Sports Grill (13375 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear)
Taste of Italy Pizza ( 3810 South Estrella Parkway, Goodyear)
TJ’s Homestyle Restaurant (310 N. Dysart Road, Avondale)
Wildflower Bread Company (1360 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear)
Additional Information
• Collect autographs from Indians or Reds players before the game on March 3, 7, 12, 14 (1:05pm game only), 19, 26 and 28. Tickets for the autograph session will be distributed prior to gates opening, for the session shortly after the gates open.
• March 12 and 18 bring your gloves to play catch in the outfield after the game. Soft toss baseballs will be provided.
• Fan Appreciation Day is March 30th. Autographed team memorabilia and other items will be given away each inning.
• Factory sealed, plastic water bottles with non-carbonated, colorless water, juice boxes, baby food, formula, and small bags with food are allowed.
• Parking is $5.
• This ballpark features Midwest-specialty fried-bologna sandwiches, and Cleveland and Cincinnati-style hot dogs.
• Families can take advantage of the McDonald’s Family Fun Pack, which costs $44 and includes four tickets, four Extra Value Meals and access to an exclusive autograph session before the game. The package is offered March 5, 13, 18, 19 and 27.
• In Ohio, chili tops spaghetti, potatoes, salads and fries. Cincinnati fans will be delighted to see Skyline Chili at Goodyear Ballpark and for Cleveland fans there’s Bertman Ballpark Mustard.
• Every game hosts a free kids zone, featuring inflatable bounce houses and a Wiffle Ball field.
• Adults can watch the game in the all-inclusive Right Field Pavillion – a fully shaded area with club seating, a buffet, wait staff and an assortment of non-alcoholic drinks, $30.
HoHoKam Stadium (1235 N. Center Street, Mesa)
Team: Chicago Cubs
Places to Eat Nearby
Contigo Peru (1245 W. Guadalupe Road, Mesa)
Crackers & Co. Café (535 W. Iron Avenue, Mesa)
Diamond’s Sports Grille (161 N. Centennial Way, Mesa)
Inside The Bungalow Café (48 N. Robson, Mesa)
Los Dos Molinos (260 W. Alma School Road, Mesa)
Lo Fi Coffee (105 W. Main Street, Mesa)
Nunthaporn’s Thai Cuisine (17 W. Main Street, Mesa)
Queen’s Pizzeria & Café (125 W. Main Street, Mesa)
Sun Devil Liquors (235 N. Country Club Drive, Mesa)
T.C. Eggington’s Brunchery (1660 S. Alama School Road, Mesa)
Urban Picnic (218 W. Main Street, Mesa)
Additional Info
• This stadium does not allow coolers, umbrellas, food, beverages or large bags. You can bring a blanket, one 32-ounce bottle of water, baby food or a stroller.
• Parking is $6 per car. (Tip: Arrive two hours before game time for best parking.)
• Watch the game in the shade behind first base – it’s also the best place to get autographs after 11am.
Surprise Stadium (15930 N. Bullard Avenue, Phoenix)
Teams: Kansas City Royals and the Texas Rangers
Places to Eat Nearby
Amuse Bouche (17058 W. Bell Road, Surprise)
Babbo Italian Eatery (15609 W. Bell Road, Surprise)
Big Buddha Restaurant (16572 W. Greenway Road, Surprise)
The Brookside II Bar and Grill (15170 W. Bell Road, Surprise)
Fresh Wasabi Sushi & Grill (13732 W. Bell Road, Surprise)
Hole ‘n One (13573 W. Camino Del Sol, Sun City West)
Irish Wolfhoud Pub (16811 N. Litchfield Road, Surprise)
Lucky’s Pizza (15508 W. Bell Road, Surprise)
Vogue Bistro (15411 W. Waddell Road, Surprise)
Additional Info
• For $30 adults can sit in the Home Run Party Tent in right centerfield. This fully shaded area seats 300 and has cable TVs sets to show NCAA March Madness basketball games. Your ticket also includes your own seat, access to the catered all-you-can-eat buffet and a drink voucher.
• Most of the concessions here are cash only.
• You can bring food in clear, sealed plastic bags and one liter plastic water bottle per person. Juice boxes, baby food and formula are also allowed.
Tempe Diablo Stadium (2200 W. Alameda Drive, Tempe)
Team: Angels
Places to Eat Nearby
The Center Bistro (21 E. 6th Street, Tempe)
Dhaba India Plaza (1874 E. Apache Boulevard, Tempe)
Essence Bakery Café (825 W. University Drive, Tempe)
Four Peaks Brewing Company ( 1340 E. 8th Street, Tempe)
House of Tricks (114 E. 7th Street, Tempe)
Los Dos Molinos (8646 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix)
Morning Glory Café (6016 S. 32nd Street, Phoenix)
Rustler’s Rooste (8383 S. 48th Street, Phoenix)
Spinato’s Pizza (227 S. Smith Road, Tempe)
Texas BBQ House (5037 S. 24th Street, Phoenix)
Yucca Tap Room (29 W. Southern Avenue, Tempe)
Additional Info
• Get autographs from players near the walking fence in the west parking lot between the stadium and practice fields or in the stadium on the right-field line near the team’s locker room.
• For $40 you can sit in the shade in the upper pavilion on right field, which includes an all-you-can-eat food ticket.
• You may bring backpacks, soft-sided coolers, homemade sandwiches, cut fruit, chips and one sealed bottle of water per person.
• Tempe Diablo Stadium is offering a free shuttle from the Tempe Marketplace and Mill Avenue in front of Potions and Lotions on 5th Street/Mill and by the Thirsty Lion at Tempe Marketplace every 20-30 minutes from 11a-6p on game days.
• Parking is $5
Scottsdale Stadium (7408 E. Osborn Road, Scottsdale)
Team: San Francisco Giants
Places to Eat Nearby
5th and Wine (7051 E. 5th Avenue, Scottsdale)
Arcadia Farms (7025 E. 1st Avenue, Scottsdale)
Atlas Bistro (2515 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale)
Baratin (7121 E. 5th Avenue, Scottsdale)
Big Earl’s BBQ (7213 E. First Avenue, Scottsdale)
Bravo Bistro (4327 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale)
Café Forte Bistro (7032 E. Main Street, Scottsdale)
The Cider Mill (7240 E. Main Street, Scottsdale)
Citizen Public House (7111 E. 5th Avenue, Scottsdale)
Cowboy Ciao (7133 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale)
Daily Dose Old Town Bar & Grill (4020 Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale)
Echo Coffee (2902 N. 68th Street, Scottsdale)
Lee’s Cream Liqueur (7137 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale)
Lo-Lo’s Chicken & Waffles (2765 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale)
Orange Table (7373 E. Scottsdale Mall, Scottsdale)
Petite Maison (7616 E. Shoeman Lane, Scottsdale)
POSH Improvisational Cuisine ( 7167 E. Rancho Vista Drive, Scottsdale)
Su Vino Winery (7035 E. Main Street, Scottsdale)
Additional Info
• Salty Senorita offers a shuttle to and from its Old Town location to Scottsdale Stadium.
• This stadium carries beer from San Francisco’s Anchor Brewing Company and garlic fries, a fan favorite at the Giant’s home stadium.
• You can bring towels and blankets to sit on in the grass, but lawn chairs are not allowed.
• Get an autograph by getting to the game early and hang out along the rail behind the first-base line near the Giants dugout.
• Parking is free, but very limited. Catch a trolley to the stadium by parking at Loloma Station at Fashion Square Mall (next to Nordstrom), or along Fifth Avenue.
Cool things to do in Phoenix this weekend
A heat wave is sweeping across the nation, but here in Phoenix it’s the status quo. Phoenicians know how to stay cool in the summer heat, so here are a few of things that we recommend to do this weekend.
Movies! Theaters keep the a/c cranked so they are the perfect place to hang out and chill for a few hours. There are quite a few unique ways to see movies in Phoenix too, from the luxury movie going experience at iPic, indie films and brews at Film Bar and dive-in movies at the Arizona Biltmore.
Here in Phoenix we think culture is pretty cool, literally. Museums are the perfect place to spend a day in air-conditioned cultural bliss. From Native American Art at the world-renowned Heard Museum, hands-on interactive exhibits designed to engage the minds of kids of all ages at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix, to the global representation of music at the Musical Instrument Museum, Phoenix has some cool culture for any family member of any age. Here’s a tip: Admission at the Heard Museum is FREE this Sunday, July 24!
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream when the temperatures start to rise. Local ice cream shop, Sweet Republic, has been garnering quite a bit of attention these days with national awards and recognition. Their Toffee Banoffe Sundae will be featured on the Food Network’s “Best Thing I Ever Ate” this weekend, so head over and try this now famous dessert!
This Friday shoot some hoops indoors at the US Airways Center during the Phoenix Suns Operation Orange Shoot Around. This free event is open to all ages and will offer fans a unique opportunity to shoot baskets on the main court. In addition, participants of all ages will have a chance to compete in a variety of basketball skills competitions, including 3-point and free throw contests along with a skills competition. Prizes will be awarded within each age group.
Members of the Suns Dancers, APS Solar Squad and Verve Sol Patrol will be on hand to interact with fans. For younger participants, the Suns will have two adjustable hoops and an inflatable slide in the lower bowl of the arena and the APS Gorilla’s Greenhouse will be open for free-play throughout the event.
You don’t have to stay indoors to stay cool this weekend, just wait until the sun goes down for the Desert Botanical Garden Flashlight Tours. Flashlight Tours are a sensory adventure where you will see, hear and feel the desert night with its nighthawks, snakes, insects and night-blooming flowers. Flashlight Tours are great for families and children of all ages and make a perfect summer date night.
All-Star Workout Day and Home Run Derby
It couldn’t have been choreographed better, as Katy Perry’s “Firework” played as the New York Yankee’s Robinson Cano cranked out 12 home runs in the final round to win last night’s State Farm Home Run Derby. The crowd went wild and scrambled to catch one of Cano’s big hits – one fan even dove into the pool in right-field, not even spilling his beer.
I would have to say that last night’s Home Run Derby was one of the most exciting baseball events that I have ever been to. If you weren’t able to make it, check out the photos below for highlights of yesterday’s All-Star Workout Day and Home Run Derby.
MLB All-Stars warm up for the night with batting practice.
Fans came early to catch a glimpse of their favorite All-Star.
Take heed.
Fans going wild as Robinson Cano comes up to bat in the last round.
The crowd goes wild for a fan that made a fantastic catch in the pool.
Things to do for All-Star Week in Greater Phoenix
Baseball’s midseason showcase is here, so we’ve put together an “All-Star” list of things to do around Greater Phoenix leading up to the big game on Tuesday.
Official MLB All-Star events can be found in our Major League Baseball All-Star Summer comes to Phoenix blog post.
Food and Drink
Greater Phoenix restaurants and bars are stepping up to the plate with fun All-Star themed menu items and specials.
Citizen Public House in Scottsdale (7111 E. Fifth Ave., Ste. E) will be serving up some home-made “Citizen Jacks,” ala Cracker Jack for $5 (with prizes too). Don’t forget to order their Tender Belly Berkshire dog with pastrami fat-braised sauerkraut, bourbon mustard and house-cured pickle served on a rye bun.
Beckett’s Table (3717 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix ) will also be celebrating All-Star week with free endless homemade popcorn, half-priced draughts all night Sunday through Tuesday. Order the hot dog and garlic fries for a gourmet version of the stadium specialty. Beckett’s will also be giving away special edition MLB-labeled bottles of red blend Decoy by Duckhorn Winery.
If you haven’t tried the latest pop-up restaurant, Cycle (1100 N. Central Ave., Phoenix), this weekend is the perfect time to do so. Cycle will celebrate the MLB All-Star Game with an all day happy hour featuring wine, local beer and specialty cocktails.
District American Kitchen & Wine Bar (320 N 3rd St., Phoenix) is partying all week long with live music on Friday and Saturday, and all day happy hour specials. They’ve also created some fun All-Star themed cocktails. We think the Ball Park Cotton Candy Martini sounds pretty sweet.
Nightlife
This desert town will keep things hot at night with plenty of after parties. Who knows, you may spot one of your favorite MLB players out on the town.
The W Scottsdale Hotel (7277 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale) will host former baseball players like Jermaine Dye, Frank Thomas and more on Saturday at the Coolest Party in the Desert . The party starts at 8pm and is free and open to the public. Sunday at the W, Maxim hosts Neil Diamond Tribute band, Diamond in the Desert. The Wet Deck will be decorated as a baseball stadium, complete with an Old Spice locker room lounge, sports-themed photo booth and a concession stand. Admission is $100 and the party starts at 10pm. Tuesday night after the All-Star game the W will host an after party starting at 8pm that is free and open to the public.
Check out Old Town Scottsdale’s newest nightclub, The Mint (7373 E Camelback Rd.), on Saturday night from 8pm – 2am for the All-Star Jam fundraiser with Tampa Bay Rays Evan Longoria. The event is free, but attendees are encouraged to buy raffle tickets at this Nike sponsored event for $20 to benefit the Phoenix Children’s Hospital.
Some of the Arizona Diamondbacks will be special guests at American Junkie's (4363 North 75th St., Scottsdale) red carpet affair on Sunday night. The FOX Sports Girls will also be in the house and legendary rapper Biz Markie will be DJing all evening. Doors open at 8pm.
All-Star events will be held nearly every evening from Friday night through the big game on Tuesday night at Club Silver (136 East Washington St.) in downtown Phoenix. The parties taking place Sunday through Tuesday will also feature the duo, Mando and Fuego, appearances by Arizona Diamondbacks players, and special giveaways. Doors open at 8pm each night. Admission is $10.
Pool Party
NFL legend Roy Green will host a charity pool party on Saturday afternoon at the Millennium Resort (7401 North Scottsdale Rd.) in Scottsdale. Attendance is expected by such greats as Eric Dickerson and William "The Refrigerator" Perry. Gates open at 11am and admission is $20.
Music
MLB announced an all-star roster of musical guests throughout All-Star Week.
Country music star Jason Aldean will perform before the State Farm Home Run Derby at 5pm on Monday, July 11. He will also play in the Taco Bell Legends and Celebrity Softball Game on Sunday, July 10th.
Bernie Williams will perform the National Anthem acoustically with his guitar at the Legends & Celebrity Softball Game, in which he will also play.
Phoenix native Jesse McGuire, an internationally famous trumpeter who's performed the National Anthem for three U.S. presidents, will perform the National Anthem prior to the Home Run Derby.
Hometown girl and American Idol star, Jordin Sparks will sing the National Anthem before the big game on Tuesday and Sedona native, Michelle Branch will perform during the 7th-inning stretch.
“The Voice” judge Cee Lo Green, the Soul Machine, will perform at the Major League Baseball Gala at the Phoenix Convention Center.
If you’re looking to catch some local music before or after some of the All-Star events, on Saturday, July 9 and Sunday, July 10, The Foundry on First (402 S. First St., Phoenix) will host a two night grand opening party. Cowboy Mouth will play both nights to celebrate downtown Phoenix’s newest music venue.
Also in downtown Phoenix, Kepi Ghoulie plays The Trunk Space (1506 W. Grand Ave., Phoenix) on Saturday night. Doors open at 7:30pm.
Have an All-Star Week!
Spring Training Begins
Hey-yy, Batter Batter Batter, Swing, Batter! You know what that means - it's Spring Training time in Greater Phoenix. Cactus League commences today with the Diamondbacks vs. Giants at Scottsdale Stadium. Game time is 1:05pm, so skip out of work a little early (I won't tell!), grab some peanuts and a cold beverage and let the fun begin. After all, this is one of the things that makes springtime in Phoenix so great.
Spring Training lasts through March 29 and with 15 teams playing here, there are plenty of chances to catch a game. And to get your favorite player's autograph. To plan your baseball outing, go to www.visitphoenix.com/cactusleague to see a schedule, team & ticket info and a map of where the stadiums are located.
Play ball!
