Venue guide

Petco Park

Petco Park is a stadium in San Diego, CA.

Venue info

Checked against Petco Park’s official sources. Tap a section to open it.

Bag policy

Checked Aug 20, 2026

Petco Park enforces a clear bag policy to ensure fan safety and expedite entry. Only specific types and sizes of bags are allowed, and all bags are subject to search.

Allowed

  • Clear bags up to 12” x 6” x 12”
  • 1-gallon plastic storage bags
  • Small clutch bags/wallets up to 6.5” x 4.5”
  • Seat cushions without pockets up to 18” wide

Not allowed

  • Backpacks
  • Bags larger than 6.5” x 4.5”
  • Non-approved seat cushions
  • Luggage
  • Computer bags
  • Camera bags
  • Briefcases
  • Fanny packs
  • Cinch bags

Entrances and doors

Checked Oct 22, 2026

For Padres games, all gates open 90 minutes before first pitch, and Season Ticket Members can enter 2 hours early at the Park Boulevard Gate and Home Plate Gate. Concerts can differ, so check your event page.

Parking

Checked Aug 20, 2026

Petco Park is in downtown San Diego's East Village, served by the Padres Parkade, Tailgate Park, and many nearby garages and lots. Prepaid parking through the team or SpotHero is cheaper than drive-up. The MTS Trolley stops at the Gaslamp/Convention Center stations a short walk away.

Rideshare

Checked Oct 21, 2026

Use 6th Avenue at K Street or 10th Avenue at Park Boulevard for pickup and drop-off.

Accessibility

Checked Oct 22, 2026

Trained service animals, either dogs or miniature horses, are welcome; emotional support animals are not allowed. Guests with disabilities may bring factory-sealed containers of liquids needed for medical reasons.

Food and drink

Checked Aug 20, 2026

Petco Park offers a variety of food and beverage options including classic comfort foods with modern twists, such as crispy chicken tenders, cheeseburgers, and specialty hot dogs. Highlights include the Bacon Wrapped Hot Dog and Pastrami Fry, with a selection of local and popular beers available at the Beer Garden.

Re-entry

Checked Oct 22, 2026

Re-entry is allowed: have your digital ticket scanned when you exit, then scan back in. Re-entry ends once the game or event is over, and on some Padres giveaway days it isn't allowed until items run out or the 3rd inning ends. Concerts can differ, so check your event page.

Tickets and will call

Checked Aug 20, 2026

Since tickets retrieved within the MLB Ballpark app will now be considered printed, the tickets will not be available for pickup at Will Call.

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