Which sections at PNC Park have covered seating?

PNC Park has covered seating in select premium areas and upper deck sections. Check The Shadium for detailed coverage information for each section.

How can I avoid sun at PNC Park during day games?

To avoid sun at PNC Park, choose seats on the third base side, in the upper deck, or in club level sections. The Shadium provides real-time calculations showing exactly which seats will be shaded during your game.

SHADE GUIDE

PNC Park

Pittsburgh Pirates•MLB

Pittsburgh, PA

38,362 seats

25° orientation

Open Air

Built 2001

PNC Park stadium information: Home of the Pittsburgh Pirates in MLB. Located in Pittsburgh, PA with a capacity of 38,362 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 25 degrees. Built in 2001.

Best Shaded Seats at PNC Park

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

PBC Club 211

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

PBC Club 212

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

PBC Club 213

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

PBC Club 214

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

PBC Club 215

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

Grandstand 316

Level: upper
Price: value

Grandstand 317

Level: upper
Price: value

Grandstand 318

Level: upper
Price: value

PBC Club 211

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

#10

PBC Club 212

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

Seasonal Shade Patterns

Shade availability varies significantly throughout the baseball season:

April

Early season - moderate sun exposure

Recommendations:

Behind home plate offers consistent shade
Spring: Sun angle is moderate, shade increases throughout the game

May

Spring games - increasing temperatures

Recommendations:

Behind home plate offers consistent shade
Spring: Sun angle is moderate, shade increases throughout the game

June

Early summer - high sun angle

Recommendations:

Behind home plate offers consistent shade
Spring: Sun angle is moderate, shade increases throughout the game

July

Peak summer - maximum sun exposure

Recommendations:

Behind home plate offers consistent shade
Summer: High sun angle, limited shade except in covered areas

August

Late summer - intense afternoon sun

Recommendations:

Behind home plate offers consistent shade
Summer: High sun angle, limited shade except in covered areas

September

Early fall - decreasing sun angle

Recommendations:

Behind home plate offers consistent shade
Summer: High sun angle, limited shade except in covered areas

October

Playoff season - comfortable temperatures

Recommendations:

Behind home plate offers consistent shade
Fall: Lower sun angle provides more natural shade

Shade by Game Time

1:00 PM Games

Maximum sun exposure - shade essential

Best Sections:

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

4:00 PM Games

Afternoon sun on first base side

Best Sections:

Third base line sections
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	Covered	Shade Rating	Best Time	Notes
Home Plate Club 11	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Home Plate Club 12	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Home Plate Club 13	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Home Plate Club 14	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 15	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 16	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 17	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 18	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 19	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 20	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 21	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 22	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 23	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 24	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 25	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 26	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 27	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 28	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 29	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 30	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 31	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 32	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 33	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 34	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 35	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 36	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 37	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 38	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 39	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 40	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 41	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 42	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 43	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 44	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 45	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 46	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 47	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 48	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 49	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 50	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 51	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 52	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 53	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 54	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 111	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 112	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 113	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 114	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 115	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 116	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 117	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 118	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 119	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 120	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 121	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 122	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 123	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 124	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 125	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 126	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 127	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 128	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 129	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 130	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 131	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 132	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 133	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 134	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 135	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 136	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 137	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 138	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 139	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 140	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 141	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 142	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 143	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 144	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 145	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 146	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 147	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 148	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 149	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 150	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 151	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 152	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 153	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 154	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 155	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 156	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 157	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 158	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 159	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 160	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 161	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 162	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 163	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 164	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 165	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 166	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 167	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 168	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
PBC Club 211	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
PBC Club 212	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
PBC Club 213	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
PBC Club 214	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
PBC Club 215	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
PBC Club 216	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 217	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 218	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 219	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 220	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 221	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 222	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 223	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 224	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 225	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 226	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 227	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 228	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 229	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 230	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 231	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 232	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 233	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 234	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 235	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 236	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 237	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 238	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 239	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 240	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 241	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 242	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 243	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 244	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 245	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 246	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 247	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 248	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 249	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 250	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 251	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 252	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 253	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 254	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 255	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 256	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 257	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 258	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 259	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 260	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 261	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 262	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 263	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 264	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 265	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 266	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 267	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 268	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Grandstand 311	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Grandstand 312	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Grandstand 313	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Grandstand 314	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Grandstand 315	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Grandstand 316	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 317	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 318	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 319	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 320	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 321	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 322	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 323	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 324	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 325	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 326	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 327	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 328	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 329	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 330	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 331	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 332	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 333	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 334	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 335	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 336	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 337	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 338	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 339	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 340	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 341	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 342	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 343	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 344	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 345	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 346	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 347	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 348	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 349	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 350	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 351	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 352	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 353	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 354	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 355	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 356	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 357	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 358	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 359	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 360	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 361	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 362	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 363	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 364	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 365	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 366	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 367	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 368	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Left Field Bleachers 401	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Right Field Bleachers 402	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade

Sun Protection Tips for PNC Park

☀️ Peak Sun Hours

The sun is strongest between 11 AM and 4 PM. Day games at PNC Park 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. PNC Park has water fountains on each level.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best shaded seats at PNC Park for a 1 PM game?

For afternoon games, the best shaded seats are in the upper deck sections, particularly on the third base side. Covered sections like PBC Club 211, PBC Club 212, PBC Club 213 offer guaranteed shade.

Which sections have covered seating?

Covered sections at PNC Park include: PBC Club 211, PBC Club 212, PBC Club 213, PBC Club 214, PBC Club 215, Grandstand 311, Grandstand 312, Grandstand 313, Grandstand 314, Grandstand 315

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 PNC Park

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.

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SHADE GUIDE

PNC Park

Pittsburgh Pirates•MLB

Pittsburgh, PA

38,362 seats

25° orientation

Open Air

Built 2001

PNC Park stadium information: Home of the Pittsburgh Pirates in MLB. Located in Pittsburgh, PA with a capacity of 38,362 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 25 degrees. Built in 2001.

Best Shaded Seats at PNC Park

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

PBC Club 211

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

PBC Club 212

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

PBC Club 213

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

PBC Club 214

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

PBC Club 215

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

Grandstand 316

Level: upper
Price: value

Grandstand 317

Level: upper
Price: value

Grandstand 318

Level: upper
Price: value

PBC Club 211

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

#10

PBC Club 212

Level: club
✓ Covered
Price: premium

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

Seasonal Shade Patterns

Shade availability varies significantly throughout the baseball season:

April

Early season - moderate sun exposure

Recommendations:

Behind home plate offers consistent shade
Spring: Sun angle is moderate, shade increases throughout the game

May

Spring games - increasing temperatures

Recommendations:

Behind home plate offers consistent shade
Spring: Sun angle is moderate, shade increases throughout the game

June

Early summer - high sun angle

Recommendations:

Behind home plate offers consistent shade
Spring: Sun angle is moderate, shade increases throughout the game

July

Peak summer - maximum sun exposure

Recommendations:

Behind home plate offers consistent shade
Summer: High sun angle, limited shade except in covered areas

August

Late summer - intense afternoon sun

Recommendations:

Behind home plate offers consistent shade
Summer: High sun angle, limited shade except in covered areas

September

Early fall - decreasing sun angle

Recommendations:

Behind home plate offers consistent shade
Summer: High sun angle, limited shade except in covered areas

October

Playoff season - comfortable temperatures

Recommendations:

Behind home plate offers consistent shade
Fall: Lower sun angle provides more natural shade

Shade by Game Time

1:00 PM Games

Maximum sun exposure - shade essential

Best Sections:

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

4:00 PM Games

Afternoon sun on first base side

Best Sections:

Third base line sections
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	Covered	Shade Rating	Best Time	Notes
Home Plate Club 11	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Home Plate Club 12	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Home Plate Club 13	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Home Plate Club 14	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 15	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 16	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 17	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 18	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 19	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 20	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 21	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 22	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 23	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 24	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 25	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 26	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 27	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 28	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 29	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 30	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 31	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 32	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 33	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 34	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 35	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 36	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 37	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 38	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 39	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 40	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 41	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 42	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 43	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 44	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 45	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 46	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 47	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 48	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 49	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 50	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 51	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 52	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 53	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 54	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 111	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 112	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 113	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 114	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 115	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 116	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 117	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 118	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 119	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 120	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 121	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 122	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 123	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 124	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 125	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 126	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 127	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 128	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 129	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 130	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 131	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 132	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 133	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 134	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 135	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 136	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 137	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 138	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 139	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 140	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 141	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 142	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 143	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 144	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 145	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 146	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 147	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 148	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 149	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 150	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 151	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 152	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 153	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 154	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 155	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 156	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 157	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 158	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 159	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 160	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 161	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 162	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 163	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 164	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 165	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 166	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 167	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Baseline Box 168	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
PBC Club 211	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
PBC Club 212	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
PBC Club 213	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
PBC Club 214	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
PBC Club 215	club	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
PBC Club 216	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 217	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 218	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 219	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 220	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 221	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 222	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 223	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 224	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 225	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 226	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 227	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 228	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 229	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 230	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 231	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 232	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 233	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 234	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 235	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 236	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 237	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 238	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 239	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 240	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 241	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 242	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 243	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 244	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 245	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 246	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 247	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 248	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 249	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 250	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 251	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 252	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 253	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 254	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 255	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 256	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 257	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 258	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 259	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 260	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 261	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 262	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 263	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 264	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 265	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 266	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 267	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
PBC Club 268	club	—	★★★☆☆	Evening games	Partial shade available
Grandstand 311	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Grandstand 312	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Grandstand 313	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Grandstand 314	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Grandstand 315	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Grandstand 316	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 317	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 318	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 319	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 320	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 321	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 322	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 323	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 324	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 325	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 326	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 327	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 328	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 329	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 330	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 331	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 332	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 333	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 334	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 335	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 336	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 337	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 338	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 339	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 340	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 341	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 342	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 343	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 344	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 345	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 346	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 347	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 348	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 349	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 350	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 351	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 352	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 353	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 354	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 355	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 356	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 357	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 358	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 359	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 360	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 361	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 362	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 363	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 364	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 365	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 366	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 367	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Grandstand 368	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Left Field Bleachers 401	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Right Field Bleachers 402	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade

Sun Protection Tips for PNC Park

☀️ Peak Sun Hours

The sun is strongest between 11 AM and 4 PM. Day games at PNC Park 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. PNC Park has water fountains on each level.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best shaded seats at PNC Park for a 1 PM game?

For afternoon games, the best shaded seats are in the upper deck sections, particularly on the third base side. Covered sections like PBC Club 211, PBC Club 212, PBC Club 213 offer guaranteed shade.

Which sections have covered seating?

Covered sections at PNC Park include: PBC Club 211, PBC Club 212, PBC Club 213, PBC Club 214, PBC Club 215, Grandstand 311, Grandstand 312, Grandstand 313, Grandstand 314, Grandstand 315

How early does shade reach the lower bowl?

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 PNC Park

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

SHADE GUIDE

PNC Park

Pittsburgh Pirates•MLB

North Shore,

38,747 seats

0° orientation

Open Air

Built 2001

PNC Park stadium information: Home of the Pittsburgh Pirates in MLB. Located in North Shore, with a capacity of 38,747 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 0 degrees. Built in 2001.

Overview

PNC Park, situated along the Allegheny River, is widely considered one of the most beautiful ballparks in America. With the Pittsburgh skyline and Roberto Clemente Bridge as backdrops, it offers an intimate baseball experience with just two decks and excellent sightlines throughout.

Stadium Highlights

Best skyline view in baseball
Roberto Clemente Bridge pregame walk
Allegheny River location
Intimate two-deck design

Unique Features

Roberto Clemente Bridge pedestrian access
Riverwalk along Allegheny River
21-foot Clemente Wall in right field
Out-of-town scoreboard

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

Upper Deck 301-315
Pirates Club
Lexus Club

Afternoon Games

Upper Deck 315-325
Sections 120-130 third base
Club seats

Evening Games

First base side after 6 PM
Sections 105-115
Most upper deck

Shade Tips

Third base side gets afternoon shade
Upper deck provides coverage below
Club level has overhead protection
River breeze provides cooling

Monthly Weather Patterns

April

58°F 60% 30% rain

Cool and unpredictable

Bring layers

May

68°F 65% 30% rain

Mild spring

Third base for shade

June

77°F 65% 25% rain

Pleasant

Upper deck stays cooler

July

82°F 70% 25% rain

Warm and humid

Club level recommended

August

80°F 70% 25% rain

Peak summer

Evening games ideal

September

73°F 65% 25% rain

Cooling down

Most sections comfortable

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

Pirates Club

Behind home plate

All-inclusive food/drinks
Padded seats
Private entrance

Lexus Club

Club level

Upscale dining
Private bar
Climate control

Seating Tips

Infield Box 115-125

Best views of skyline and field

view

Grandstand 315-320

Great value with shade

value

Pirates Club

Premium all-inclusive experience

experience

Bleachers 135-140

Lively atmosphere

experience

Budget-Friendly Options

Grandstand 301-325
Bleachers
Left Field Reserved

Food & Drink

Signature Items

Primanti Bros sandwich
Pierogies
Quaker Steak wings
Manny's BBQ

Local Favorites

Primanti Bros
Manny's BBQ
BRGR
Chickie's & Pete's

Beer & Beverages

Iron City
Yuengling
Penn Brewery
Southern Tier

Local breweries: Penn Brewery, Voodoo, Hitchhiker, Grist House

Getting There

Address

115 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Parking Options

Gold Lots 1-5

Distance: AdjacentPrice: $35

Closest but priciest

Red Lots

Distance: 10 min walkPrice: $25

Good value

Downtown garages

Distance: 15 min walkPrice: $10-20✓ Covered✓ Shaded spots

Walk across bridge

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

T Light Rail to North Side Station
Port Authority buses

Ride Share: Federal Street designated zones

Game Day Tips

Early Arrival

Gates open 90 minutes before first pitch

Sun Protection

Bring sunscreen for day games

Local Food

Try the stadium signature items

Beat Traffic

Leave early or stay late to avoid congestion

Typical Game Day Schedule

Gates Open: 90 minutes before first pitch
First Pitch: 7:10 PM weekdays, various weekend times

Neighborhood: North Shore

Riverfront entertainment district with restaurants and bars

Before the Game

McFadden's
Soho
Burgatory
Jerome Bettis' Grille 36

After the Game

North Shore bars
Downtown via bridge
Strip District late night

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

Bridge walk is a must-do experience
Riverwalk has great photo ops
Pierogi races in 5th inning
Tours available on non-game days

Best Value

Grandstand level great views for less
Student discounts with valid ID
Bleachers affordable with atmosphere

Hidden Gems

Manny's BBQ behind section 136
Legacy Square statues outside
Out-of-town scoreboard unique feature

Things to Avoid

Driving without prepaid parking
Right field bleachers on sunny days
Leaving during fireworks nights (traffic)

Stadium History

Timeline

2001PNC Park opens

2006Hosts MLB All-Star Game

2013First playoff game in 21 years

2014Wild Card game victory

Stadium Traditions

Pierogi Race

Great Pittsburgh Pierogi Race

Jolly Roger

Raised after victories

Pirate Parrot

Team mascot

Retired Numbers

#1Billy Meyer(1954)

#4Ralph Kiner(1987)

#8Willie Stargell(1982)

#9Bill Mazeroski(1987)

#11Paul Waner(2007)

#20Pie Traynor(1972)

#21Roberto Clemente(1973)

#33Honus Wagner(1956)

#40Danny Murtaugh(1977)

#42Jackie Robinson(1997)

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SHADE GUIDE

PNC Park

Pittsburgh Pirates•MLB

North Shore,

38,747 seats

0° orientation

Open Air

Built 2001

PNC Park stadium information: Home of the Pittsburgh Pirates in MLB. Located in North Shore, with a capacity of 38,747 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 0 degrees. Built in 2001.

Overview

Stadium Highlights

Best skyline view in baseball
Roberto Clemente Bridge pregame walk
Allegheny River location
Intimate two-deck design

Unique Features

Roberto Clemente Bridge pedestrian access
Riverwalk along Allegheny River
21-foot Clemente Wall in right field
Out-of-town scoreboard

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

Upper Deck 301-315
Pirates Club
Lexus Club

Afternoon Games

Upper Deck 315-325
Sections 120-130 third base
Club seats

Evening Games

First base side after 6 PM
Sections 105-115
Most upper deck

Shade Tips

Third base side gets afternoon shade
Upper deck provides coverage below
Club level has overhead protection
River breeze provides cooling

Monthly Weather Patterns

April

58°F 60% 30% rain

Cool and unpredictable

Bring layers

May

68°F 65% 30% rain

Mild spring

Third base for shade

June

77°F 65% 25% rain

Pleasant

Upper deck stays cooler

July

82°F 70% 25% rain

Warm and humid

Club level recommended

August

80°F 70% 25% rain

Peak summer

Evening games ideal

September

73°F 65% 25% rain

Cooling down

Most sections comfortable

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

Pirates Club

Behind home plate

All-inclusive food/drinks
Padded seats
Private entrance

Lexus Club

Club level

Upscale dining
Private bar
Climate control

Seating Tips

Infield Box 115-125

Best views of skyline and field

view

Grandstand 315-320

Great value with shade

value

Pirates Club

Premium all-inclusive experience

experience

Bleachers 135-140

Lively atmosphere

experience

Budget-Friendly Options

Grandstand 301-325
Bleachers
Left Field Reserved

Food & Drink

Signature Items

Primanti Bros sandwich
Pierogies
Quaker Steak wings
Manny's BBQ

Local Favorites

Primanti Bros
Manny's BBQ
BRGR
Chickie's & Pete's

Beer & Beverages

Iron City
Yuengling
Penn Brewery
Southern Tier

Local breweries: Penn Brewery, Voodoo, Hitchhiker, Grist House

Getting There

Address

115 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Parking Options

Gold Lots 1-5

Distance: AdjacentPrice: $35

Closest but priciest

Red Lots

Distance: 10 min walkPrice: $25

Good value

Downtown garages

Distance: 15 min walkPrice: $10-20✓ Covered✓ Shaded spots

Walk across bridge

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

T Light Rail to North Side Station
Port Authority buses

Ride Share: Federal Street designated zones

Game Day Tips

Early Arrival

Gates open 90 minutes before first pitch

Sun Protection

Bring sunscreen for day games

Local Food

Try the stadium signature items

Beat Traffic

Leave early or stay late to avoid congestion

Typical Game Day Schedule

Gates Open: 90 minutes before first pitch
First Pitch: 7:10 PM weekdays, various weekend times

Neighborhood: North Shore

Riverfront entertainment district with restaurants and bars

Before the Game

McFadden's
Soho
Burgatory
Jerome Bettis' Grille 36

After the Game

North Shore bars
Downtown via bridge
Strip District late night

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

Bridge walk is a must-do experience
Riverwalk has great photo ops
Pierogi races in 5th inning
Tours available on non-game days

Best Value

Grandstand level great views for less
Student discounts with valid ID
Bleachers affordable with atmosphere

Hidden Gems

Manny's BBQ behind section 136
Legacy Square statues outside
Out-of-town scoreboard unique feature

Things to Avoid

Driving without prepaid parking
Right field bleachers on sunny days
Leaving during fireworks nights (traffic)

Stadium History

Timeline

2001PNC Park opens

2006Hosts MLB All-Star Game

2013First playoff game in 21 years

2014Wild Card game victory

Stadium Traditions

Pierogi Race

Great Pittsburgh Pierogi Race

Jolly Roger

Raised after victories

Pirate Parrot

Team mascot

Retired Numbers

#1Billy Meyer(1954)

#4Ralph Kiner(1987)

#8Willie Stargell(1982)

#9Bill Mazeroski(1987)

#11Paul Waner(2007)

#20Pie Traynor(1972)

#21Roberto Clemente(1973)

#33Honus Wagner(1956)

#40Danny Murtaugh(1977)

#42Jackie Robinson(1997)

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Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

Pirates Club

Lexus Club

Seating Tips

Infield Box 115-125

Grandstand 315-320

Pirates Club

Bleachers 135-140

Budget-Friendly Options

Food & Drink

Signature Items

Local Favorites

Beer & Beverages

Getting There

Address

Parking Options

Gold Lots 1-5

Red Lots

Downtown garages

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

Game Day Tips

Early Arrival

Sun Protection

Local Food

Beat Traffic

Typical Game Day Schedule

Neighborhood: North Shore

Before the Game

After the Game

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

Best Value

Hidden Gems

Things to Avoid

Stadium History

Timeline

Stadium Traditions

Pierogi Race

Jolly Roger

Pirate Parrot

Retired Numbers

PNC Park

Overview

Stadium Highlights

Unique Features

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

Afternoon Games

Evening Games

Shade Tips

Monthly Weather Patterns

April

May

June

July

August