Your Guide to Seattle Mariners Games

Get Here Ahead of Time

If you're visiting from out of town, we highly suggest coming the day or night before the game. That way, you don't have to worry about missing the game due to bad traffic, a flight delay, or a cancellation. It's also the only way to guarantee you'll have a place to freshen up and rest before heading to the stadium.

Stay in Seattle Southside

If you're booking a hotel, consider staying at one of many Seattle Southside hotels. Most offer free airport shuttles and free or low-cost parking (something you can't often find at hotels in downtown Seattle). You'll also be conveniently located for the best way to get to the game – the Link Light Rail (more on that in the next section). Finally, there are major cost savings. Seattle Southside hotels average 20-30% less per night than comparable hotels in Seattle's downtown.

Buying Tickets

You can purchase tickets online, or at the T-Mobile Park Home Plate Box Office, which opens at 12:00 p.m. on days the game starts after 5:00 p.m. and at 10:00 a.m. on days the game starts before 5:00 p.m.

Plan Your Ride

Locals know that taking public transit is the most stress-free way to get to the game. You won't have to worry about driving through traffic (which can get very bad near the stadiums) or finding and paying for pricey parking spots. Many Seattle Southside hotels are conveniently located within easy walking distance of a Link Light Rail station. In addition to the station at the airport, you can board at Angle Lake Station or Tukwila-International Blvd. Station, both of which have large parking lots. Buy a ticket at a kiosk before boarding, and enjoy the festive game day atmosphere onboard as you ride to the Stadium station.

What to Pack

While T-Mobile Park does have many regulations about what you can bring in, you are permitted to bring:

• A bag that fits their guidelines, such as plastic or vinyl bags no larger than 12” x 6” x 12”, one gallon clear plastic zip-top bags, and small clutch bags no larger than 4.5” x 6.5” are permitted (note that small bags do not have to be clear plastic or vinyl)
• Sunscreen (as long as it's cream, not aerosol)
• A blanket if you're worried about getting chilly
• Snacks in single-serving sizes
• Sealed, clear plastic water bottles up to 32 oz. or empty plastic reusable bottles that are 32 oz. or smaller
• If needed, baby bottles, beverages related to medical needs, and unopened, soft-sided single serve containers like juice boxes are permitted.

What to Leave Behind

• Soda or coffee
• Large purses, backpacks, multi-compartment bags, and duffle bags, with the exception of medically necessary items or single-compartment diaper bags
• Cash (all of the vendors, including those who walk up and down the aisles, are fully cashless and are enabled for contact-free payment)

View the full list of permitted and prohibited items.

What to Wear

Obviously you want to wear your Mariners gear – but how warmly do you need to dress? T-Mobile Park is equipped with a rolling roof that can cover the field in the event of rain. However, even if the roof is closed, the sides of the stadium are still open to the elements, so the ambient temperature will still vary. Dressing in layers is the best choice for going to the game.

Bon Appétit!

The food experience at T-Mobile Park is second to none. Not only can you find all of the ballpark classics, like hot dogs, kettle corn, and garlic fries, but you can also find some flavors you won’t find anywhere else. For example, how many other baseball parks can brag that they have a locally beloved Hawaiian restaurant represented in their stadium? Marination brings the flavors of the islands to Seattle, and now they have an outpost inside the ballpark where you can get favorites like kalua pork, huli huli chicken, or spam musubi. Find a complete guide to the park's dining options here.

Where to Kill Time Before and During the Game

If you find yourself wanting to get up and move around, there are a few spots that you may want to check out around the park.

• Family Activities: Take young fans to meet the Moose in the Moose Den and keep them entertained at the Kids Corner in the 300 level (behind Section 328).
• The T-Mobile ‘Pen: Located just behind the bullpen is a fantastic bar with great views. Gates to The ‘Pen open two hours before the first pitch, so you can get in early and enjoy a happy hour beverage or two! There are several places to grab a bite, including Ballard Pizza Co., Edgar’s Cantina, Marination, and Great State Burger.
• Mariners Hall of Fame: A walk through Mariners history, including memorabilia from Mariners legends and footage of great moments in Mariners history.