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SHADE GUIDE

Busch Stadium

St. Louis Cardinals•MLB

St. Louis, MO

44,494 seats

60° orientation

Open Air

Built 2006

Busch Stadium stadium information: Home of the St. Louis Cardinals in MLB. Located in St. Louis, MO with a capacity of 44,494 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 60 degrees. Built in 2006.

For a day game at Busch Stadium, the first base side falls into shade first. The coolest seats are on that side, in the back rows under the upper-deck overhang, and in any fully covered or club-level sections. Evening games leave most of the park shaded by first pitch. See how we calculate this.

At a glance: pick a game time

Sun: W · 20° above the horizon

DateTime: 6:30 PM

Shaded (19)
Light sun (72)
Moderate sun (57)
Full sun (22)

Best Shaded Seats at Busch Stadium

Based on stadium orientation and historical data, these sections offer the most shade:

#1

Redbird Club 240

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade — fully covered seating

#2

Redbird Club 241

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade — fully covered seating

#3

Redbird Club 242

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade — fully covered seating

#4

Redbird Club 243

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade — fully covered seating

#5

Redbird Club 244

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade — fully covered seating

#6

Busch Stadium Club 140A

Level: lower
◐ Covered back rows only
Price: premium

Shade in the back rows under the overhang; front rows exposed

#7

Busch Stadium Club 141A

Level: lower
◐ Covered back rows only
Price: premium

Shade in the back rows under the overhang; front rows exposed

#8

Busch Stadium Club 142A

Level: lower
◐ Covered back rows only
Price: premium

Shade in the back rows under the overhang; front rows exposed

#9

Terrace 345

Level: upper
Price: value

#10

Terrace 346

Level: upper
Price: value

Seasonal Shade Patterns

Shade availability varies significantly throughout the baseball season:

April

Lower sun angle — more shade available, especially in afternoon games

Recommendations:

April: Sun sits lower on the horizon — most stadiums see more natural shade, especially during afternoon games

May

Sun angle rising — shade coverage decreases, evening games best for comfort

Recommendations:

May: Sun angle climbs rapidly, shrinking shade coverage; evening games retain more shade than day games

June

Near summer solstice — fewest shaded seats, covered sections essential

Recommendations:

June: Highest sun angle of the season near the summer solstice — minimal shade during day games, covered seats strongly recommended

July

Peak summer - maximum sun exposure

Recommendations:

July: Peak sun — day games see the least shade of the year; covered or back-row seats essential

August

Late summer - intense afternoon sun

Recommendations:

August: Still-intense afternoon sun; upper-deck back rows and covered sections stay coolest

September

Early fall - decreasing sun angle

Recommendations:

September: Sun angle dropping — natural shade returns, especially for late-afternoon starts

October

Playoff season - comfortable temperatures

Recommendations:

Fall: Lower sun angle provides more natural shade across the bowl

Shade by Game Time

1:00 PM Games

Maximum sun exposure - shade essential

Best Sections:

Upper deck sections (maximum elevation)
Covered/Club level areas
First base side

4:00 PM Games

Afternoon sun on the outfield (center field) side

Best Sections:

Behind home plate
Behind home plate (upper levels)
Covered concourse areas

7:00 PM Games

Sunset glare possible in outfield sections

Best Sections:

Most sections have shade by first pitch
Avoid outfield for sunset glare
Any covered section for guaranteed comfort

All Sections Shade Analysis

Section	Level	Coverage	Shade Rating	Best Time	Notes
Home Plate Box 140	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Home Plate Box 141	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Home Plate Box 142	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Home Plate Box 143	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 144	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 145	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 146	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 147	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 148	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 149	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 150	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 151	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 152	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 153	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 154	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 155	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 156	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 157	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 158	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 159	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 160	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 161	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 162	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 163	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 164	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 165	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 166	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 167	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 168	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 169	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 170	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 171	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 172	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 173	field	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Busch Stadium Club 140A	lower	◐ back rows	★★★☆☆	Day games (back rows)	Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Busch Stadium Club 141A	lower	◐ back rows	★★★☆☆	Day games (back rows)	Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Busch Stadium Club 142A	lower	◐ back rows	★★★☆☆	Day games (back rows)	Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Busch Stadium Club 143A	lower	◐ back rows	★★★☆☆	Day games (back rows)	Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Busch Stadium Club 144A	lower	◐ back rows	★★★☆☆	Day games (back rows)	Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Lower Box 145A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 146A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 147A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 148A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 149A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 150A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 151A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 152A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 153A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 154A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 155A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 156A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 157A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 158A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 159A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 160A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 161A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 162A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 163A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 164A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 165A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 166A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 167A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 168A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 169A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 170A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 171A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 172A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 173A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 174A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 175A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 176A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 177A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 178A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 179A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 180A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 181A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 182A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 183A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 184A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 185A	lower	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 240	club	✓ Covered	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Redbird Club 241	club	✓ Covered	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Redbird Club 242	club	✓ Covered	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Redbird Club 243	club	✓ Covered	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Redbird Club 244	club	✓ Covered	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Redbird Club 245	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 246	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 247	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 248	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 249	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 250	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 251	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 252	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 253	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 254	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 255	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 256	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 257	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 258	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 259	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 260	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 261	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 262	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 263	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 264	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 265	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 266	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 267	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 268	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 269	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 270	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 271	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 272	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 273	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 274	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 275	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 276	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 277	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 278	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 279	club	— Exposed	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 280	club	✓ Covered	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Redbird Club 281	club	✓ Covered	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Redbird Club 282	club	✓ Covered	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Redbird Club 283	club	✓ Covered	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Terrace 340	upper	◐ back rows	★★★☆☆	Day games (back rows)	Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Terrace 341	upper	◐ back rows	★★★☆☆	Day games (back rows)	Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Terrace 342	upper	◐ back rows	★★★☆☆	Day games (back rows)	Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Terrace 343	upper	◐ back rows	★★★☆☆	Day games (back rows)	Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Terrace 344	upper	◐ back rows	★★★☆☆	Day games (back rows)	Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Terrace 345	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 346	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 347	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 348	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 349	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 350	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 351	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 352	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 353	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 354	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 355	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 356	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 357	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 358	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 359	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 360	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 361	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 362	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 363	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 364	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 365	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 366	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 367	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 368	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 369	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 370	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 371	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 372	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 373	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 374	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 375	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 376	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 377	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 378	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 379	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 380	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 381	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 382	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 383	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 384	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 385	upper	— Exposed	★★☆☆☆	Evening games	Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game

Field Level34 sections

Home Plate Box 140★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Home Plate Box 141★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Home Plate Box 142★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Home Plate Box 143★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 144★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 145★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 146★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 147★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 148★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 149★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 150★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 151★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 152★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 153★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 154★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 155★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 156★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 157★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Field Box 158★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 159★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 160★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 161★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 162★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 163★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 164★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 165★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 166★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 167★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 168★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 169★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 170★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 171★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 172★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Outfield Box 173★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade

Lower Level46 sections

Busch Stadium Club 140A★★★☆☆
◐ back rows · Day games (back rows)
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Busch Stadium Club 141A★★★☆☆
◐ back rows · Day games (back rows)
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Busch Stadium Club 142A★★★☆☆
◐ back rows · Day games (back rows)
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Busch Stadium Club 143A★★★☆☆
◐ back rows · Day games (back rows)
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Busch Stadium Club 144A★★★☆☆
◐ back rows · Day games (back rows)
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Lower Box 145A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 146A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 147A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 148A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 149A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 150A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 151A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 152A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 153A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 154A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 155A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 156A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 157A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 158A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 159A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 160A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 161A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 162A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 163A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 164A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 165A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 166A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 167A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 168A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 169A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 170A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 171A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 172A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 173A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 174A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 175A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 176A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 177A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 178A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 179A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 180A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 181A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 182A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 183A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 184A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Lower Box 185A★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade

Club Level44 sections

Redbird Club 240★★★★★
✓ Covered · All day
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Redbird Club 241★★★★★
✓ Covered · All day
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Redbird Club 242★★★★★
✓ Covered · All day
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Redbird Club 243★★★★★
✓ Covered · All day
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Redbird Club 244★★★★★
✓ Covered · All day
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Redbird Club 245★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 246★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 247★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 248★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 249★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 250★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 251★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 252★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 253★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 254★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 255★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 256★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 257★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 258★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 259★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 260★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 261★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 262★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 263★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 264★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 265★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 266★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 267★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 268★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 269★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 270★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 271★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 272★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 273★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 274★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 275★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 276★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 277★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 278★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 279★☆☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — little to no shade
Redbird Club 280★★★★★
✓ Covered · All day
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Redbird Club 281★★★★★
✓ Covered · All day
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Redbird Club 282★★★★★
✓ Covered · All day
Guaranteed shade — fully covered
Redbird Club 283★★★★★
✓ Covered · All day
Guaranteed shade — fully covered

Upper Level46 sections

Terrace 340★★★☆☆
◐ back rows · Day games (back rows)
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Terrace 341★★★☆☆
◐ back rows · Day games (back rows)
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Terrace 342★★★☆☆
◐ back rows · Day games (back rows)
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Terrace 343★★★☆☆
◐ back rows · Day games (back rows)
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Terrace 344★★★☆☆
◐ back rows · Day games (back rows)
Overhang shade in the back rows only; front rows exposed
Terrace 345★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 346★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 347★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 348★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 349★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 350★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 351★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 352★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 353★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 354★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 355★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 356★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 357★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 358★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 359★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 360★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 361★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 362★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 363★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 364★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 365★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 366★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 367★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 368★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 369★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 370★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 371★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 372★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 373★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 374★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 375★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 376★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 377★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 378★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 379★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 380★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 381★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 382★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 383★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 384★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game
Terrace 385★★☆☆☆
— Exposed · Evening games
Exposed — some relief from self-shading late in the game

Sun Protection Tips for Busch Stadium

☀️ Peak Sun Hours

The sun is strongest between 11 AM and 4 PM. Day games at Busch Stadium will have maximum sun exposure during these hours.

🧴 Sunscreen Stations

Bring your own sunscreen - SPF 30+ recommended

🧢 Recommended Gear

Wide-brimmed hat or cap with neck protection
Sunglasses with UV protection
Light-colored, loose-fitting clothing
Portable shade umbrella (check stadium policy)

💧 Stay Hydrated

Drink water regularly, especially during day games. Busch Stadium has water fountains on each level.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best shaded seats at Busch Stadium for a 1 PM game?

For a 1 PM game, the first base side falls into shade first, so seats there and up in the back rows of the upper deck stay coolest. Fully covered sections like Redbird Club 240, Redbird Club 241, Redbird Club 242 offer guaranteed shade all day.

Which sections have covered seating?

9 sections at Busch Stadium are fully covered (all rows) — mostly indoor, suite, and club-level spaces, and 10 more are shaded in their back rows only, under the upper-deck overhang and roof. Field-level and open bleacher sections are exposed.

See the full covered-section list

Fully covered (all rows): Redbird Club 240, Redbird Club 241, Redbird Club 242, Redbird Club 243, Redbird Club 244, Redbird Club 280, Redbird Club 281, Redbird Club 282, Redbird Club 283.

Back rows only (overhang/roof): Busch Stadium Club 140A, Busch Stadium Club 141A, Busch Stadium Club 142A, Busch Stadium Club 143A, Busch Stadium Club 144A, Terrace 340, Terrace 341, Terrace 342, Terrace 343, Terrace 344.

How early does shade reach the lower bowl?

For day games, shade typically reaches the field level sections by the 5th-6th inning. Evening games (7 PM starts) usually have most of the stadium in shade by first pitch, except for outfield sections which may experience sunset glare.

Are there shaded standing room areas?

Yes, the upper deck concourse and club level concourses offer shaded standing room areas with views of the field. These are great options for escaping the sun during day games.

Plan Your Visit to Busch Stadium

Remember, shade patterns change throughout the season and even during the game. For the most accurate, real-time shade information for your specific game, use our interactive shade tracker.

Check Real-Time Shade View All Stadiums

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Shade data last verified: May 21, 2026

Seating layout is approximate — the shaded vs sunny side is accurate, but individual section details are modeled, not from this park’s real seating map.

Overview

Busch Stadium, the third stadium to bear the name, offers spectacular views of the Gateway Arch and downtown St. Louis skyline. Known for its classic red brick architecture and passionate Cardinals fans, the ballpark features modern amenities while honoring the team's rich history.

Stadium Highlights

Panoramic views of Gateway Arch
Classic red brick architecture
Home to passionate Cardinals Nation
Green roof and sustainable design features

Unique Features

Arch views from upper deck
Cardinals Hall of Fame Museum
Green roof technology
Ballpark Village entertainment district

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

Third base side sections 130-150
Club Level 240-250
Upper deck 330-350

Afternoon Games

First base side sections 110-125
Redbird Club areas
Upper deck 310-325

Evening Games

Most areas shaded after 5 PM
Infield sections
All club areas

Shade Tips

Stadium runs northeast-southwest
Third base side gets shade first in afternoon
Upper deck provides good shade coverage
Club level offers complete coverage

Monthly Weather Patterns

April

60°F 60% 25% rain

Cool spring weather

Third base side for warmth and later shade

May

71°F 65% 20% rain

Pleasant spring

Upper deck recommended for day games

June

80°F 70% 15% rain

Warm and humid

Club level for comfort

July

85°F 75% 10% rain

Hot and humid

Shade essential, evening games preferred

August

83°F 75% 10% rain

Hot and sticky

First base side for afternoon relief

September

75°F 65% 15% rain

Pleasant fall weather

Great weather, any section works

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

Redbird Club

Club level behind home plate

All-inclusive food/drinks
Climate control
Premium seating

Cardinals Club

Lower club level

Upscale dining
Bar service
Private entrance

Seating Tips

Green Seats

Historic premium seating behind home plate

experience

Upper deck 330-340

Great Arch views and value

view

Redbird Club

All-inclusive premium experience

experience

Bleachers

Most affordable but full sun exposure

value

Budget-Friendly Options

Bleacher sections 195-197
Upper deck corners 330-360
Standing room areas

Food & Drink

Signature Items

Pork Steak Sandwich
Toasted Ravioli
Gooey Butter Cake
Budweiser

Local Favorites

St. Paul Sandwich
Ted Drewes Frozen Custard
Imo's Pizza
Schlafly Beer

Beer & Beverages

Budweiser
Bud Light
Schlafly
Local craft beers

Local breweries: Schlafly, Urban Chestnut, Side Project

Getting There

Address

700 Clark Ave, St. Louis, MO 63102

Parking Options

Stadium East & West

Distance: AdjacentPrice: $15-25

Closest but fills up quickly

Ballpark Village Lots

Distance: 2 blocksPrice: $10-20✓ Covered

Some covered options

Downtown Lots

Distance: 4-6 blocksPrice: $5-15✓ Covered

Best value with short walk

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

MetroLink Red Line to Stadium
Metro buses

Ride Share: Pickup zone on 7th Street

Game Day Tips

Visit Cardinals Hall of Fame

Museum showcases team's rich history

Try Toasted Ravioli

St. Louis specialty not found elsewhere

Check Arch Views

Upper deck offers spectacular Gateway Arch views

Explore Ballpark Village

Entertainment district adjacent to stadium

Typical Game Day Schedule

Gates Open: 90 minutes before first pitch
First Pitch: 7:15 PM weekdays, 6:15 PM Saturdays, 1:15 PM Sundays
Batting Practice: Cardinals BP 2.5 hours before game

Neighborhood: Downtown St. Louis

Historic downtown area with Gateway Arch nearby

Before the Game

Ballpark Village
Broadway restaurants
Laclede's Landing

After the Game

Ballpark Village bars
Washington Avenue entertainment
Soulard district

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

Wear red to fit in with Cardinals Nation
Visit Hall of Fame before game starts
Upper deck has best Arch views
Ballpark Village is great for post-game

Best Value

Upper deck seats with Arch views
Bleacher seats for budget option
Local food specialties

Hidden Gems

Cardinals Hall of Fame Museum
Green seats historical significance
Ballpark Village rooftop views

Things to Avoid

Driving during rush hour
Missing the Arch views from upper deck
Skipping local St. Louis food specialties

Stadium History

Timeline

2006New Busch Stadium opens

2006Cardinals win World Series in inaugural year

2011Cardinals win World Series

2014Ballpark Village opens

Stadium Traditions

Rally Squirrel

Famous squirrel that appeared during 2011 playoffs

Red Sea

Sea of red clothing worn by Cardinals fans

Cardinals Way

Organizational philosophy and fan culture