The Ultimate Guide to Los Angeles Dodgers Game Day

One of the true cathedrals of Major League Baseball, Dodger Stadium is home to some of the greatest moments in baseball history, unforgettable special events, and the iconic Dodger Dog. For local and visiting baseball fans alike, read on for the best guide on how to do a Dodger game right, from tickets to getting to the ballpark, dining, promotions and special nights.

The World Champion Los Angeles Dodgers began the defense of their title in Japan with a two-game sweep of the Chicago Cubs. The Tokyo Series marked the second consecutive year the Dodgers opened their season in Asia, following last year's Seoul Series versus the San Diego Padres.

The Dodgers' home opener will be on Thursday, March 27 versus the Detroit Tigers. The three-game home stand includes the World Series Ring Ceremony on Friday; and a Orel Hershiser jersey giveaway. (see "Promotions & Giveaways" below)

Single game tickets for the 2025 season are now on sale! All Dodger games and events are digitally ticketed with access exclusively through the MLB Ballpark app. To access your Dodger tickets, download the free app, available for all smartphones in their respective application download platforms.

DODGERS MEMBERSHIPS
Dodgers Memberships are now on sale, with options for full season, half-season and quarter-season. Perks include:

• Dodger Rewards
• Special Event Ticket Pack Items
• Member Early Entry
• Member Ticket Exchange Program
• Additional Ticket Discount
• Pre-Sale Access
• Online Seat Relocation
• Dedicated Membership Service Representative

GROUPS
For groups of 15 or more, fill out the Group Interest Form, call (866) DODGERS ext. 5 or email GroupTix@ladodgers.com.

PREMIUM SEATING
Premium Seating offers numerous ticket packages, individual game box and suite rentals. Options include:

• Yaamava Dugout Club - complimentary F&B, in-seat service, exclusive club access
• Lexus Baseline Club - complimentary F&B, in-seat service, exclusive club access
• Bank of America Suite Level - 20 or 30-person suites, 8 or 10 VIP parking, catering options, service staff
• Champions Lounge - 70-person suite, 20 preferred parking, food & beverage, bartender
• Stadium Club Box - 12 tickets, 5 VIP parking, chef's table buffet, in-seat service

Throughout the season, Dodger games feature promotional giveaways, such as bobbleheads and jerseys, while supplies last.

This year's Stadium Wide Giveaways include these bobbleheads:

• Shohei Ohtani MVP (April 2)
• Freddie Freeman (April 11)
• Dave Roberts (April 26)
• Mookie Betts (May 13)
• Shohei Ohtani 50/50 (May 15)
• Vin Scully (May 19)
• Yoshinobu Yamamoto (July 2)
• Ice Cube (June 21)

Jersey giveaways include Orel Hershiser on March 29; and Jackie Robinson on April 15 (aka Jackie Robinson Day).

Unlike Stadium Wide Giveaways, fans must purchase Special Event Packages to receive select giveaways, such as exclusive jerseys on these Heritage Nights:

• Korean Heritage Night (April 16)
• Japanese Heritage Night (April 28)
• Mexican Heritage Night (May 20)
• Filipino Heritage Night (June 3)
• Salvadoran Heritage Night (August 26)

When it's time for Dodger baseball, it's also time for the iconic Dodger Dog, provided by Vernon-based Papa Cantella’s throughout the ballpark. Family-owned and operated, Papa Cantella's also offers Louisiana Hot Link, Bratwurst, and Italian Sausage at the LA on Deck Circle. The official plant-based Dodger Dog is the Signature Stadium Dog from Seattle's Field Roast.

Dodger Stadium food options include the Cold Cuts Grinder at Dodgers Deli on the Loge Level; Nashville-style Hot Chicken Tenders at Sweet Chick on the Field Level; Korean Short Rib Bowl at Base Bowls on the Field Level; and the MVP Platter (burnt ends, cornbread, pulled pork, coleslaw, smoked picante) at Think Blue BBQ in the Centerfield Pavilion.

DINING NEAR DODGER STADIUM
Outside food is permitted as long as it's in a clear bag smaller than 12"x12"x6" and not in glass bottles, cans, coolers, glass containers or thermoses. Unbroken, factory-sealed plastic bottles of non-alcoholic beverages of 1 liter or less are permitted. No outside food or beverage can be brought into stadium suites.

There are numerous pre- and post-game dining options in Chinatown, Echo Park and Silver Lake. From old school favorites to the newest hotspots, read on for the best places for to-go orders or dining-in near Dodger Stadium.

There's always a good chance fans will see some fireworks on the field at a Dodger game. But the whole family is sure to enjoy themed fireworks and drone shows after select Friday night home games. NOTE: There will be no fireworks if the game goes past 10:59pm.

• Drone Shows: Mar. 28, Apr. 11, May 16, May 30, Jun. 20, Jul. 3 & 5, Aug. 8 & 15, Sep. 19
• Fireworks: Apr. 25, Jun. 13, Jul. 4 & 18, Aug. 29

Fans are encouraged to purchase parking in advance.

• General Parking: General parking passes cost $30 per vehicle for automobiles and motorcycles. For those that do not purchase in advance, parking will cost $35 once parking gates open (2.5 hours prior to game time). NOTE: gates do not accept cash for parking.
• Exterior Parking: For specific Dodger home events, fans can purchase exterior parking in Lots 13 and 14 for only $5. These first-come, first-serve lots are located offsite on Stadium Way - between Vin Scully Avenue and the 110 Freeway - and allow for easy entrance and exit. Note that there is an uphill walk to the stadium from these lots, of approximately 10 to 15 minutes. A free shuttle is available for fans with disabilities by calling Fan Services at (323) 224-2611. These are first-come, first-serve lots, space is limited.
• Preferred Parking: Preferred parking starts at $60 and should be purchased before arriving at Dodger Stadium. Preferred parking passes sold at the auto gates cost $60.
• Oversize Vehicle Parking: Parking for large vehicles - including buses, motor homes, limousines and other oversized vehicles - is $60 and should be purchased before arriving at Dodger Stadium. Oversize Vehicle Parking Passes sold at the auto gate cost $60. All oversize vehicles will be directed to park in Lot 12.

DODGER STADIUM EXPRESS
The Dodger Stadium Express is FREE for all ticket holders! Fans are encouraged to Go Metro and use public transit to connect to the Dodger Stadium Express at Union Station in Downtown LA or in the South Bay.

UNION STATION

• NEW FOR 2025: The Stadium Express boards at Union Station West, in front of Fred Harvey, adjacent to Alameda Street.
• Service starts 2.5 hours before game time through the end of the 2nd inning for all home games.
• Buses will drop off behind center field and at the top deck.
• Service back to Union Station will pick up at the same stops after the game.
• Return service ends 45 minutes after the final out or 20 minutes after post-game events.
• Union Station parking is $8 and first-come, first-served.

SOUTH BAY

• Board at any of the following stations: Slauson, Manchester, Harbor Freeway, Rosecrans, or Harbor Gateway Transit Center (Bay 9).
• Buses run every 30 minutes starting 2.5 hours before game time, with the last bus leaving Harbor Gateway Transit Center at game time.
• Drop off is behind right field. Service back to the South Bay will pick up at the same stop after the game.
• Return service begins after the end of the 7th inning, with the last bus departing 45 minutes after the final out or 20 minutes after a post-game event.
• ​​Free parking is available at Harbor Gateway, Rosecrans, Harbor Freeway, Manchester and Slauson stations on a first-come, first-served basis. NOTE: Harbor Gateway Transit Center is subject to a $3 rate for Sunday games during the NFL season.

Fans can also take the Metro J Line from Harbor Gateway Transit Center and other J Line Stations to Union Station to connect to the Stadium Express. The J line runs every 10 minutes on weekdays and every 15 minutes on weekends. Regular fares apply.

METRO BIKE SHARE
There are dozens of Metro Bike Share stations throughout Downtown LA, offering convenient car-free access to Union Station and the Dodger Stadium Express.

UBER
Uber is the preferred rideshare of the Dodgers. Drop-offs are permitted at any of Dodger Stadium's three open entry gates. After the game, head to the Uber Zone in Lot 11, outside of the stadium gates and next to the Sunset, Gate A parking entrance. Drivers will meet passengers in the designated Uber Zone for a seamless pickup.

Throughout Dodger Stadium, fans can see the numerous ways the franchise has honored its greatest players.

CENTERFIELD PLAZA
Two Dodger Hall of Famers have been immortalized by sculptor Branly Cadet with monumental bronze statues, located at the stadium entrance in Centerfield Plaza. Unveiled in 2017, Jackie Robinson is depicted stealing home during his rookie season. Sandy Koufax was unveiled in June 2022 and captures his famous leg kick as he winds up to deliver a pitch.

RING OF HONOR + RETIRED NUMBERS PLAZA
The Dodgers' retired numbers (Brooklyn and LA) are mounted on the Club Level facade near the left field foul pole. The inaugural Ring of Honor inductees were Roy Campanella, Sandy Koufax and Jackie Robinson on June 4, 1972.

Located at the Top of the Park, the Retired Numbers Plaza offers fans the chance to take selfies with five-foot player numbers, along with giant microphones dedicated to legendary sportscasters Vin Scully and Jaime Jarrín.

LEGENDS OF DODGER BASEBALL
Also located at Centerfield Plaza, the Legends of Dodger Baseball recognizes Dodger greats and their impact on the franchise, both on and off the field. Inductees receive a plaque that will be on permanent display at Dodger Stadium. Steve Garvey, Don Newcombe and Fernando Valenzuela were the inaugural class in 2019. Maury Wills and Kirk Gibson were inducted during the 2022 season; and last year's inductees were Manny Mota and Orel Hershiser.

A historic Japanese stone lantern that was gifted to the Dodgers in 1965 went on display in a more prominent location, on the Top Deck of Dodger Stadium, on Opening Day 2024.

The eight-foot tall, 3,921-pound Kasuga-style stone lantern was presented to the Dodgers organization by Japanese sports columnist Sotaro Suzuki, who is also a member of the Japanese Baseball Hall of Fame. Suzuki, who worked with team president Walter O’Malley on the Brooklyn Dodgers’ 1956 Goodwill Tour to Japan, wanted to give the Dodgers and O’Malley a gift for inviting him and his wife, Toku, as guests to the Grand Opening of Dodger Stadium on April 9, 1962.

The Dodgers have a longstanding legacy with Japanese baseball, from goodwill exchanges to Japan-born stars like 1995 Rookie of the Year Hideo Nomo, NL MVP Shohei Ohtani, and pitchers Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Roki Sasaki.

True Blue Dodger fans can shop year-round for authentic on-field gear, extensive women's and kids' lines, one of the largest cap walls in the nation, and a variety of exclusive items available ONLY at Dodger Stadium. The Official Team Store is located at the Top of the Park (Top Deck) and is open daily from 10am-5pm and during all games.

Go behind the scenes of the landmark ballpark with a 75-minute Dodger Stadium Tour. The guided tours start every hour on the hour beginning at 10am, with the last tour starting at 1pm on game days and 3pm on non-game days.

Highlights include:

• A trip down to the field
• A walk through the team’s Trophy Gallery - home to the World Series trophies, Most Valuable Player (MVP), Silver Slugger, Cy Young, and Rookie of the Year awards
• A walk through the Vin Scully Press Box, where the story of Dodger baseball is covered from every angle

The exclusive Clubhouse Tour includes everything from the Dodger Stadium Tour PLUS:

• Visit to the Dodger Bullpen
• Look at the Dodger Weight Room and Batting Cage
• Peek inside the Dodger Clubhouse
• Stop in the Dodger Interview Room

Other options include the VIP Tour, Pregame Tour, Jackie Robinson Tour and Garden Tours. For more info and to book your tour, visit the Dodger Stadium website.