Game Day Guide
Great American Ball Park, Cincinnati, OH
Data updated: 2025 MLB Season
The Chronology
Your complete game day timeline at Great American Ball Park.
Arrive at The Banks
Walk the riverfront promenade between the ballpark and the river. The Banks restaurants and bars are already filling with Reds fans.
Pregame at The Banks
Holy Grail, Moerlein Lager House, and the bars along Freedom Way create a lively pregame scene. Grab a Rhinegeist Truth IPA and enjoy the riverfront.
Enter the ballpark
Walk through the Crosley Terrace entrance past the Reds legends statues. The ballpark's riverfront setting is immediately striking.
Watch batting practice
Head to the outfield sections for BP. The Ohio River and Roebling Bridge provide a scenic backdrop to the pre-game warm-ups.
Find your seat
Settle in and watch the grounds crew prep the diamond. The video board plays Reds history highlights and lineup introductions.
Play ball
Nine innings of Reds baseball on the riverfront. The Great American Ball Park plays as a hitter's park. Expect some fireworks.
Stand up and stretch
The crowd sings 'Take Me Out to the Ball Game.' Grab a final round of Skyline Chili coneys and a local craft beer.
Riverfront nightlife
Walk to The Banks or across the Roebling Bridge to Covington's MainStrasse Village for post-game drinks and dinner.
Atmosphere Intelligence
Weather forecast for the Great American Ball Park bowl. This is an open-air venue -- dress for the conditions.
April
4.4 inchesComfortable temperatures. Bring a light jacket for evening games. Layers are key. Rain gear recommended, above-average precipitation this month.
May
4.7 inchesWarm and pleasant, great game day weather. Sunscreen for afternoon games, light layers for evening. Rain gear recommended, above-average precipitation this month.
June
4.6 inchesWarm and pleasant, great game day weather. Sunscreen for afternoon games, light layers for evening. Rain gear recommended, above-average precipitation this month.
July
4.4 inchesHot and humid. Stay hydrated, wear sunscreen, and dress light. Consider a portable fan. Rain gear recommended, above-average precipitation this month.
August
3.4 inchesHot and humid. Stay hydrated, wear sunscreen, and dress light. Consider a portable fan.
September
3.1 inchesWarm and pleasant, great game day weather. Sunscreen for afternoon games, light layers for evening.
October
3.0 inchesComfortable temperatures. Bring a light jacket for evening games. Layers are key.