Angel Stadium Information

Also known as the Angel Stadium of Anaheim, Angel Stadium opened its doors on April 19th, 1966. It is located at 2000 Gene Autry Way, Anaheim, California. 

Angel Stadium is a particularly historic location, as it is one of the oldest Major League Baseball ballparks still active today. 

Angel is the fourth oldest MLB stadium, behind Fenway Park Stadium, Wrigley Field Stadium, and Dodger Stadium. 

The stadium used to be home to various football games as well as baseball events. That changed in the 90s with renovations undertaken by The Walt Disney Company, which owned the Los Angeles Angels at the time. 

The stadium was changed so that it would only accommodate baseball. The renovations cost an estimated $100 million and were completed on April 1st, 1998. 

One of the most noteworthy design features of the stadium is its iconic “Big A” sign. The A is around 230 feet tall (about 70 meters) and weighs a whopping 210 tons! 

The A – which was once a support for the scoreboard in the left field – has a large halo near the top, which is always lit. The halo will shine a little brighter when the Angels are victorious. However, this wasn’t always the case. 

The halo used to light up only when the Los Angeles Angels won a game. The shine of the A is now always glowing, making for an impressive sight at any time. 

Along with football games (before the renovations) and baseball games, Angel Stadium has also played host to several other events, such as concerts, soccer games, motorcycle speedway, and even filming for movies. Capacity-wise, Angel Stadium can hold just over 45,000 people. 

MLB fans will know how to distinguish the Angel Stadium of Anaheim with any other modern-style ballpark stadiums in a heartbeat. It was originally known as Anaheim Stadium and later Edison International Field of Anaheim.

The unofficial nickname for Angel Stadium would be “The Big A”. The term was coined by Herald Examiner Sports Editor, Bud Furillo. This fourth-oldest active Major League Baseball stadium have hosted 1967, 1989, and 2010 Major League Baseball All-Star Games.

The ground for the stadium was broken on August 31st, 1964. The stadium has been the home ballpark of Los Angeles Angels of MLB since its opening in 1966. From 1980 to 1994, it acted as the home stadium to the Los Angele Rams of the NFL too.

The stadium was built on a parcel of about 160 acres (0.65 km²) of flat land. The land was originally used for agricultural purposes by the Allec, Russell, and Knutzen families in the southeast portion of Anaheim. Consistent with many major-league sports stadiums built in the 1960s, it is located in a suburban area. However, Angel Stadium is clearly one that hosts plenty of major attractions.

The field dimensions at Angel Stadium are different from other fields as they were derived from a scientific study conducted by the Angels. They tried to formulate dimensions that were fairly balanced between pitcher, hitter and average weather conditions based on the air density at 1:30 pm to 8 pm. The Angels tweaked those dimensions several times by expanding or contracting parts of the outfield by a few feet while trying to refine that balance. Lastly, they settled for 396 feet (120.701 m), which is the shortest center-field in the American League and tied for 2nd-shortest in the major leagues with Petco Park behind only Dodger Stadium.

However, none of this carefully calculated dimensions seemed to matter to their Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan, who threw two of his record seven no-hitters in this ballpark. He also racked up 2,416 of his 5,714 career strikeouts in eight seasons with the Angels. Ryan eventually superseded Sandy Koufax’s career record.

Other than professional baseball and football, The Big A has hosted high school and college football games, National Football League pre-season games, the short-lived World Football League, crusades, Eid al-Fitr celebrations, and concerts, and 2 to 3 AMA Supercross Championship races a year. The flagship radio station, KLAA (830 AM), is also being hosted at the stadium.

Your own events at Angel Stadium

Angel Stadium also offers the chance for guests to arrange their own events, with various areas available. 

This is the perfect choice for those looking for a sports-themed event venue, but the stadium is not limited to this. Here are some of the areas available at Angel Stadium that can be rented out for a range of different kinds of events. 

Brewery X

Featuring a capacity of 200 with 100 seated, the brewery is above the first base line and has some stunning aerial views of the stadium and the field.

Inside Brewery X, you’ll find a plethora of memorabilia related to the Los Angeles Angels, making for a great venue of choice for Angels fans. There is also a tri-level patio and various visual and audio capabilities. Because of this, Brewery X is a particularly versatile choice. 

Center Field Patio

Features a reception capacity of 1,200 with between 200 to 500 seated. As the name suggests, this area is in the center of Angel Stadium. 

This outdoor area offers great views of the surrounding stadium and the field, making it a great choice for picnics, birthday parties, or other outdoor-themed events. 

Don Julio Club

The Don Julio Club has a reception capacity of 200 with 120 seated. If you’re looking for a non-game day event venue at Angel Stadium, the Don Julio Club is a premium choice. 

The club is found above the home plate on the Terrace level and features fantastic views of the field along with loft decor and a spacious lounge. 

Field

The field itself is a great venue for anyone looking for a particularly spacious outdoor area to hold an event. 

Whether it’s a corporate event, a private party, or even a live performance, there are plenty of possibilities for events on the Angel Stadium field. 

Gate 5 Courtyard

The courtyard has a reception capacity of 1,500 and a seated capacity of 200. This area is within Gate 5 and includes an open design perfect for large formal and informal gatherings.

Home Plate Club

Features a reception capacity of 350 and a seated capacity of 150. This smaller, more intimate indoor space works well for work-related gatherings, such as training sessions or corporate meetings. That said, it is also well suited to parties thanks to the open design.

Home Plate Pad

When it comes to large-scale events, Home Plate Pad is the perfect choice. It has a reception capacity of 2,500 and a seated capacity of 1,000.

Located underneath the iconic “Big Red Hats and Bats” at Angel Stadium, this venue can fit thousands of guests and has an open, airy design. 

Lexus Diamond Club

The Lexus Diamond Club is close to Home Plate Gate with a reception capacity of 1,500 and a seated capacity of 200.

For upscale events, Lexus Diamond Club is one of the best choices thanks to its bar and dining room. There are plenty of chances to let loose too, as the club also has a dance area. 

Press Conference Room

With a reception capacity of 75 and a seated capacity of 50, the Press Conference Room is – as expected– a more exclusive meeting space designed to look like a press conference area.

There are different options when it comes to the setup, but the general design lends itself to a corporate setting rather than an informal one. 

Rose Garden

Last but not least is the Rose Garden, which features a reception capacity of 1,500 and a seated capacity of 350. 

This outdoor venue offers something unique thanks to the built-in bar and entertainment stage. 

Accessibility

There are plenty of accessibility options at Angel Stadium. Let’s take a closer look at these features. 

Parking

Accessible parking is in the lots surrounding Gates 1 through 6 and at Home Plate Gate. 

Attendants and parking cashiers will direct those with permits or license plates for disability parking to the correct areas. 

Seating

There is wheelchair-accessible seating in the areas mentioned in the seating section. There are also other categories of accessible seating with specific tickets. The three accessibility seating ticket categories are:

• Companion
• Semi-Ambulatory
• Wheelchair

You can purchase these tickets by contacting the ticketing team. 

Elevators

There are various elevators throughout Angel Stadium, and guests can access all levels with them. Guests with certain needs – such as wheelchair users – will be given priority service. 

Escalators

There are two escalators within Angel Stadium. They are in the ballpark, one near Gate 1 and another near Gate 4. They run before and during a baseball game, but will only run upwards until the 7th inning. 

In the 7th inning, the escalators are reversed so that leaving the stadium is quicker and more efficient for guests. 

First aid

A First Aid room can be located near Section 130 on the Field Level of Angel Stadium. The First Aid room is staffed by certified medical personnel from the time that the gates open up until half an hour after the event ends.

Guest services

Guest Relations kiosks are throughout the stadium. There is also a Guest Relations office in Section 133. 

There are a range of services offered by the Guest Service Centers, such as lost and found, wheelchair storage, and an area to help find lost children or adults. 

Family services

There are family-specific restrooms in the stadium designed to help guests and families who need a private restroom space. 

There is also a nursing suite available upon request that allows guests to nurse children in privacy. This suite offers a sink and a changing table.

Sensory services

Angel Stadium offers bags and rooms specifically for those who suffer from sensory problems. 

The sensory bags – created via a partnership with Easterseals – include fidget toys and activities to help with sensory stimulation. 

All items within the sensory bags are cleaned between uses, and an ID is needed to check them out. Guests must return the sensory bags to Guest Services at the end of the event. 

There is also a sensory room in the Guest Relations offices in Section 133, which is available for guests who feel overstimulated and need to be away from the noise and crowds. 

The sensory room is a private area with low noises, calming lights, and tactile toys. The room is always monitored in case further assistance is needed. 

Service animals

Certain service animals are permitted in Angel Stadium. The stadium abides by U.S. ADA regulations, so any work performed by the animal must be related to the disability of their handler. Emotional support animals or companion animals are not allowed. 

Wheelchair services

As well as offering wheelchair-friendly seating, Angel Stadium also offers a complimentary wheelchair escort service. However, guests can’t check out or book wheelchairs for scheduled pickups. 

Chat with the team today to find out more about the wheelchair services if you need to consider this when visiting the stadium. 

Merchandise and concessions

There are plenty of choices when it comes to purchasing merchandise and/or concessions while visiting Angel Stadium, so let’s check out what options are on offer!

Merchandise

A range of apparel and merchandise related to the Angels team can be bought while visiting Angel Stadium. Here are the stores you can find on the different levels of the stadium. 

• Club Level: Brewery X, Portable, and Team Store. 
• Field Level: Main Team Store, Merchandise Shop, New Era Store, Rally Monkey Portable, Team Store and Trailer.
• Terrace Level: Hall of Fame Store, New Era Portable, New Era Store, and Team Store. 
• View Level: Outlet Store and Team Store. 

Concessions

Whether you are looking for a full meal or just a drink and a snack, there are plenty of choices for food and drink during your visit. Here are just a few of the establishments you can choose from:

• Big A Burger
• Chronic Tacos
• Draft Pick
• Hoffy
• Johnnie Walker
• Jersey Mike’s 
• Juice It Up!
• La Rotisseries
• Modelo Patio
• Pacifico Cantina
• Spuds
• Topo Chico
• Wetzel’s Pretzels
• Walk-Off Waffles 

Angel Stadium has a food allergens list that can be found on their website. Make sure to check it out before your visit so you can see what food items contain allergens and what those allergens are. 

For further information on the Angel Stadium of Anaheim, visit the pages listed below.

Parking Information:
Read about parking options available to event goers on the  Angel Stadium parking information page.

Ticket Policies:
For information on ticket guarantee and on our preferred ticket marketplace please view the Angel Stadium tickets page.

Seating Chart & Information:
For information on accessible seating and see the venues seating map, please view the Angel Stadium seating chart page.