# Cleveland Guardians: Progressive Field Game Day Guide > Prices, parking, seating and transit for MLB games at Progressive Field in Cleveland, OH. All figures are for the 2025 MLB Season and were last updated 2026-03-21. Source: https://visityourteam.com/mlb/guardians League: MLB | Division: AL Central Data source: VisitYourTeam research, ClevelandGuardians.com, Progressive Field official site ## Venue | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Name | Progressive Field | | Location | Cleveland, OH | | Capacity | 34,830 | | Surface | Natural Grass | | Roof | Open Air | | Opened | 1994 | | Coordinates | 41.4962, -81.6852 | | Official site | https://www.mlb.com/guardians/ballpark | ## Game Day Cost Cheapest realistic single-person game day at Progressive Field: **$25** ($12 ticket + $3 parking + $5 food + $5 drink). | Category | Lowest price | | --- | --- | | Ticket | $12 | | Parking | $3 | | Food item | $5 | | Drink | $5 | ### Ticket tiers | Tier | Price | Notes | | --- | --- | --- | | Upper Deck (400-Level) | $12 | Upper deck seats with a full-field view and views of the Cleveland skyline beyond the outfield | | Upper Infield (300-Level) | $35 | Mid-upper deck behind home plate and along the baselines with solid elevated sightlines | | Lower Outfield | $30 | Lower bowl outfield seats with close views of the warning track and outfield corners | | Lower Infield Box | $65 | Lower bowl between the dugouts, close to the action with clear views of the diamond | | Premium Home Plate (District Ticket) | $130 | Best seats in the house, front rows behind home plate with premium concourse access and wider padded seats | ### Concession prices | Item | Category | Price | | --- | --- | --- | | Classic Hot Dog | Classic | $5 | | Polish Boy | Regional | $12 | | Pierogi Platter | Regional | $11 | | Melt Grilled Cheese Sandwich | Regional | $14 | | Chicken Tenders Basket | Classic | $12 | | Loaded Nachos | Classic | $11 | | Corned Beef Sandwich | Regional | $15 | | Slider Trio | Regional | $13 | | Domestic Beer | Beer | $10 | | Great Lakes Dortmunder Gold | Beer | $13 | | Platform Beer | Beer | $12 | | Soft Drink | Non-Alcoholic | $5 | | Water Bottle | Non-Alcoholic | $5 | ## Parking Progressive Field is in downtown Cleveland's Gateway District, adjacent to Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse (Cavaliers). Same transit. E. 4th Street for pregame. Garages $10-20. | Lot | Price | Distance | Notes | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Progressive Field Garages | $20 | 0.1-0.3 miles | Garages near Progressive Field in downtown Cleveland's Gateway District. | | Downtown Cleveland Garages | $10 | 0.2-0.5 miles | Multiple garages in downtown Cleveland. | | RTA Rail | $3 | 0.2 miles from station | RTA Red/Blue/Green lines to Tower City station. Same transit as Cavaliers. | ### Parking tips - Gateway Garage is the closest option at $20, reasonable for MLB. Pre-book online for popular games. - The RTA Red Line from the suburbs is the cheapest option at $3 each way. Free parking at suburban stations. - Surface lots on Ontario Street are cheaper ($15) and a short walk through the Gateway District. - Tower City Garage at $10 is the best covered-parking value. Walk through the Warehouse District on the way. - Post-game traffic clears relatively quickly, Cleveland's grid layout helps. ## Seating Progressive Field seats 34,830 fans in a well-designed park that opened in 1994. The open concourse design means you can see the field from concession areas on most levels. Sightlines are excellent throughout. The left field corner features the Corner Bar and standing-room social areas. The upper deck provides panoramic views of the Cleveland skyline. Ticket prices are among the most affordable in MLB. | Section | Price range | View | Pros | Cons | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Home Plate District (Sections 151-161) | $80 - $200+ | Front rows directly behind home plate. The closest seats to the action with premium amenities. | Best view in Progressive Field; Wider padded seats with extra legroom; Premium concourse with upscale food and shorter lines | Most expensive seats; Netting directly in front | | Lower Infield Box (Sections 130-175) | $35 - $85 | Lower bowl between the dugouts and along the baselines. Close to the field with clear sightlines. | Great proximity to the action; Covered by upper deck for weather protection; Easy access to main concourse | Premium pricing for Yankees and rivalry games; Baseline sections have slightly angled views | | Lower Outfield / Bleachers | $15 - $35 | Lower bowl in the outfield corners and bleacher sections. Close to the warning track. | Affordable lower bowl seats; Good for catching home run balls; Bleacher area has a social atmosphere | Angled view toward home plate; Full sun exposure on afternoon games | | Upper Infield (300-Level) | $20 - $45 | Mid-upper deck behind home plate with an elevated full-field view. | Good value with solid sightlines; Covered for weather protection; Full view of the field and skyline | Farther from the action than lower bowl; Steeper stairs | | Upper Deck (400-Level) | $10 - $25 | Top deck with panoramic views of Progressive Field and the Cleveland skyline beyond. | Cheapest seats, among the best values in MLB; Full panoramic view including the city skyline; Great for first-time visitors | Far from the field; Steep stairs; Less shade on afternoon games | Official seat map: https://www.mlb.com/guardians/ballpark/seating-map ## Getting There Progressive Field is in Cleveland's Gateway District, easily accessible from I-90, I-77, and I-71. The RTA Rapid Transit Red Line stops at Tower City Center, about a 10-minute walk to the ballpark. Most downtown hotels are within walking distance. The Healthline bus rapid transit runs along Euclid Avenue with stops near the park. Cleveland's downtown is compact and walkable, getting to Progressive Field is straightforward from any downtown location. **Driving.** From the west: I-90 east to East 9th Street exit, south to Carnegie Avenue. From the east: I-90 west to East 9th Street exit. From the south: I-77 north to I-90 east, then East 9th Street exit. From I-71: North to I-90 east. Follow signs to Progressive Field / Gateway District. Garages are on East 9th Street and Carnegie Avenue. **Public transit.** RTA Rapid Transit to Tower City station, walkable to Progressive Field. $2.50 fare. Same transit as Cavaliers games. Direct service from Hopkins International Airport. **Rideshare.** Uber/Lyft drop-off is on Carnegie Avenue near the main gates. Post-game pickup is relatively easy. Expect 5-10 minutes from downtown hotels. ### Transit options | Option | Price | Notes | | --- | --- | --- | | RTA Red Line to Tower City | $3 | The RTA Rapid Transit Red Line stops at Tower City Center, a 10-minute walk to Progressive Field through the Gateway District | | RTA Healthline (Bus Rapid Transit) | $3 | The Healthline BRT runs along Euclid Avenue with stops near Progressive Field and East 4th Street | | Rideshare (from Downtown Cleveland) | $10 | Uber/Lyft from downtown hotels or the Flats, about 5-10 minutes depending on traffic | ## Tailgating There's no traditional parking-lot tailgating at Progressive Field, the ballpark is in an urban setting without dedicated tailgating lots. Guardians fans gather at East 4th Street and surrounding bars and restaurants for the pregame scene. The energy builds as game time approaches, with fans filling the streets and plazas near the ballpark. Check the team's website for recommended pregame spots and any official fan events. ### Rules - No grills, coolers, or tailgating setups are permitted in parking garages or structures near Progressive Field. - Outside alcohol is not allowed in public plazas or the ballpark grounds. - The ballpark's clear bag policy applies at all entry gates. - No re-entry. Once you leave Progressive Field, you cannot return. - Follow all posted rules in parking garages; they are for vehicle parking only. ### Best areas | Area | Description | | --- | --- | | East 4th Street | Pedestrian-only dining and entertainment block, a 5-minute walk from Progressive Field. The heart of Cleveland's pregame scene. | | Gateway District | The blocks surrounding Progressive Field and Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse with bars and restaurants. | | Flats East Bank | Waterfront entertainment district on the Cuyahoga River, about a 15-minute walk from the ballpark. | ## Food & Drink Progressive Field showcases Cleveland's food culture, pierogies, Polish Boys, and Melt-style grilled cheese sandwiches headline the concession menu. Local craft beer from Great Lakes Brewing Company and Platform Beer Co. is well-represented. Prices are among the most affordable in MLB, reflecting Cleveland's cost-of-living advantage. Outside the park, East 4th Street and the Warehouse District offer excellent dining within walking distance. ### Nearby restaurants | Name | Cuisine | Price range | Rating | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Southern Tier Brewery Cleveland | Restaurant | $$ | 4.8 | | Marble Room Steaks and Raw Bar | Steak House | $$$$ | 4.7 | | Cordelia | American Restaurant | $$ | 4.7 | | Noble Beast Brewing Co. | Restaurant | $$ | 4.7 | | Masthead Brewing Co. | Brewery | $ | 4.6 | | BrewDog Cleveland Outpost | Bar | $$ | 4.5 | | Butcher and the Brewer | Brewpub | $$ | 4.5 | | Mabel's BBQ | Barbecue Restaurant | $$ | 4.4 | ## Game Day Timeline Progressive Field sits in Cleveland's Gateway District, adjacent to Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse (Cavaliers). The ballpark opened in 1994 as part of Cleveland's downtown revitalization and quickly became one of the most beloved parks in baseball, the sold-out 455-game streak from 1995-2001 is legendary. East 4th Street, a pedestrian dining and entertainment corridor, is a 5-minute walk and serves as the pregame hub. The park has great sightlines, affordable prices, and a passionate fan base. Games run about 3 hours. | Time | What happens | Detail | | --- | --- | --- | | 3 hours before first pitch | Arrive in the Gateway District | Take the RTA to Tower City or park in the Gateway garages. The East 4th Street restaurant scene is a 5-minute walk. | | 2 hours before first pitch | Pregame on East 4th Street | East 4th Street is a pedestrian-only block lined with restaurants and bars. Barley House and Butcher and the Brewer are popular pregame spots. | | Gates open (90 minutes before first pitch) | Enter Progressive Field | Walk through the main gates on Carnegie Avenue. The open concourse design lets you see the field from almost anywhere in the park. | | 60 minutes before first pitch | Watch batting practice | Head to the lower outfield sections to watch BP. The left field bleachers are the best spot for catching home run balls. | | 30 minutes before first pitch | Find your seat | Progressive Field has excellent sightlines from every section. The Cleveland skyline beyond the left field scoreboard is part of the view. | | First pitch | Play ball | Nine innings of Guardians baseball. The drums in the stands are a Cleveland tradition, the Home Plate Jim drumming section keeps the beat all game. | | 7th inning stretch | Stand up and stretch | Grab a final Polish Boy or pierogi platter. The crowd energy picks up in the late innings for close games. | | Post-game | Head to East 4th or the Flats | East 4th Street bars stay open late. The Flats East Bank on the Cuyahoga River is a 15-minute walk for waterfront nightlife. | ## Lodging | Hotel | Per night | Distance | | --- | --- | --- | | Hilton Garden Inn Cleveland Downtown | $180 | 0.2 miles | | Hotel Indigo Cleveland Downtown by IHG | $180 | 0.2 miles | | Crowne Plaza Cleveland at Playhouse Square by IHG | $180 | 0.3 miles | | Hyatt Regency Cleveland at The Arcade | $180 | 0.4 miles | | Hotel Cleveland, Autograph Collection | $180 | 0.5 miles | ## Typical Weather | Month | High (F) | Low (F) | Precipitation | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | April | 57 | 41 | 3.1 inches | | May | 68 | 53 | 3.5 inches | | June | 77 | 63 | 2.8 inches | | July | 81 | 68 | 3.7 inches | | August | 80 | 67 | 3.5 inches | | September | 74 | 60 | 2.9 inches | | October | 63 | 49 | 3.2 inches | ## FAQ ### What is the bag policy at Progressive Field? Progressive Field enforces a clear bag policy. Fans may bring one clear plastic or vinyl bag no larger than 12" x 6" x 12", or a small clutch purse no larger than 4.5" x 6.5". All bags are subject to inspection at entry gates. Diaper bags and medically necessary items are permitted after inspection. Leave prohibited bags in your vehicle to avoid delays at the gates. Source: https://www.mlb.com/guardians/ballpark ### How early can I enter Progressive Field? Gates at Progressive Field typically open 1.5 to 2 hours before the scheduled game time. Arriving early gives you time to explore the ballpark, find your seats, and enjoy pre-game activities. Check the team's official website or app for specific gate times on game day, as times may vary for special events. Source: https://www.mlb.com/guardians/ballpark ### Can I bring outside food or drinks into Progressive Field? Outside food and beverages are generally not permitted inside Progressive Field. Exceptions typically include one sealed, clear water bottle (up to 20 oz) and medically necessary items. There are a wide variety of food and beverage options available inside the ballpark. Check the venue's A-to-Z guide for the most current policy. Source: https://www.mlb.com/guardians/ballpark ### How much does parking cost at Progressive Field? Parking at Progressive Field starts at $10 for downtown garages. Prices vary by lot location and proximity to the ballpark. Pre-purchasing parking passes through the team's official app or website is strongly recommended, as many lots sell out on game day. Arrive early for the best selection. Source: https://www.mlb.com/guardians/ballpark ### Is Progressive Field a cashless venue? Most concession stands and vendors at Progressive Field accept credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments. Some locations may still accept cash, but bringing a card or setting up mobile payment is strongly recommended. Check the team's website for the latest payment policy. Source: https://www.mlb.com/guardians/ballpark ### Can I leave and re-enter Progressive Field during a game? Progressive Field does not allow re-entry once you have exited the ballpark. Make sure you have everything you need before entering. If you need to visit your vehicle, plan to do so before going through the gates. Exceptions may be made for medical emergencies at the discretion of ballpark management. Source: https://www.mlb.com/guardians/ballpark ### What accessibility services are available at Progressive Field? Progressive Field is fully ADA-compliant and offers wheelchair-accessible seating, companion seats, accessible restrooms, and elevators throughout the ballpark. Assistive listening devices are available at the guest services desk. Service animals are welcome. Contact the ballpark's accessibility services or guest relations in advance to arrange any special accommodations. Source: https://www.mlb.com/guardians/ballpark ### Does Progressive Field require mobile tickets? Progressive Field uses mobile-only ticketing for most events. Tickets are managed through the team's official app or authorized ticketing partner. Download your tickets to your mobile wallet before arriving, cellular service can be limited near the ballpark on game day. Screenshots of tickets are typically not accepted for entry. Source: https://www.mlb.com/guardians/ballpark ### What items are prohibited at Progressive Field? Prohibited items at Progressive Field include weapons of any kind, outside alcohol, large bags or backpacks, umbrellas, noisemakers (air horns, vuvuzelas), laser pointers, professional cameras with detachable lenses, drones, and any items that could be used as projectiles. Strollers may need to be checked at guest services. Review the full prohibited items list on the team's official website before attending. Source: https://www.mlb.com/guardians/ballpark ### Is smoking or vaping allowed at Progressive Field? Progressive Field is a smoke-free facility. Smoking, vaping, and the use of e-cigarettes are prohibited throughout the ballpark, including seating areas, concourses, restrooms, and clubs. Some venues have designated smoking areas outside the gates, but re-entry is not permitted. Plan accordingly. Source: https://www.mlb.com/guardians/ballpark ### Is tailgating available at Progressive Field? Traditional tailgating is not available at Progressive Field. The ballpark is located in an area without dedicated tailgating lots. Fans typically enjoy the pregame scene at nearby bars, restaurants, and entertainment districts before heading inside. Check the team's website for recommended pregame spots and official watch parties. Source: https://www.mlb.com/guardians/ballpark ## Provenance - Season: 2025 MLB Season - Last updated: 2026-03-21 - Last verified: 2026-03-25 - Canonical page: https://visityourteam.com/mlb/guardians - Prices are researched per venue and represent typical published rates, not live market pricing.