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.
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.
Upcoming shows at Petco Park
Save a show in Concerto and get its bag rules, doors, and parking on the morning of the show.
Around Petco Park
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