Which sections at Great American Ball Park have covered seating?

Great American Ball 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 Great American Ball Park during day games?

To avoid sun at Great American Ball 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

Great American Ball Park

Cincinnati Reds•MLB

Cincinnati, OH

42,319 seats

105° orientation

Open Air

Built 2003

Great American Ball Park stadium information: Home of the Cincinnati Reds in MLB. Located in Cincinnati, OH with a capacity of 42,319 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 105 degrees. Built in 2003.

Best Shaded Seats at Great American Ball Park

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

Pavilion 416

Level: upper
✓ Covered
Price: value

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

Pavilion 417

Level: upper
✓ Covered
Price: value

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

Pavilion 418

Level: upper
✓ Covered
Price: value

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

Pavilion 419

Level: upper
✓ Covered
Price: value

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

Pavilion 420

Level: upper
✓ Covered
Price: value

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

Pavilion 421

Level: upper
Price: value

Pavilion 422

Level: upper
Price: value

Pavilion 423

Level: upper
Price: value

Seasonal Shade Patterns

Shade availability varies significantly throughout the baseball season:

April

Early season - moderate sun exposure

Recommendations:

Third base side recommended for morning shade
Spring: Sun angle is moderate, shade increases throughout the game

May

Spring games - increasing temperatures

Recommendations:

Third base side recommended for morning shade
Spring: Sun angle is moderate, shade increases throughout the game

June

Early summer - high sun angle

Recommendations:

Third base side recommended for morning shade
Spring: Sun angle is moderate, shade increases throughout the game

July

Peak summer - maximum sun exposure

Recommendations:

Third base side recommended for morning shade
Summer: High sun angle, limited shade except in covered areas

August

Late summer - intense afternoon sun

Recommendations:

Third base side recommended for morning shade
Summer: High sun angle, limited shade except in covered areas

September

Early fall - decreasing sun angle

Recommendations:

Third base side recommended for morning shade
Summer: High sun angle, limited shade except in covered areas

October

Playoff season - comfortable temperatures

Recommendations:

Third base side recommended for morning 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
Diamond Seats 16	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Diamond Seats 17	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Diamond Seats 18	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Diamond Seats 19	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 20	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 21	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 22	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 23	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 24	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 25	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 26	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 27	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 28	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 29	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 30	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 31	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 32	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 33	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 34	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 35	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 36	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 37	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 38	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 39	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 40	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 41	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 42	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 43	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 44	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 45	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 46	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 47	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 48	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 49	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 50	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 51	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 52	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 53	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 54	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 55	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 56	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 57	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 58	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 59	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 116	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 117	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 118	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 119	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 120	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 121	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 122	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 123	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 124	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 125	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 126	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 127	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 128	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 129	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 130	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 131	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 132	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 133	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 134	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 135	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 136	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 137	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 138	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 139	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 140	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 141	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 142	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 143	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 144	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 145	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 146	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 147	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 148	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 149	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 150	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 151	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 152	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 153	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 154	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 155	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 156	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 157	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 158	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 159	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 160	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 161	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 162	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 163	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 164	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 165	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 166	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 167	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 168	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 169	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 170	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 171	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 172	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 173	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Pavilion 416	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Pavilion 417	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Pavilion 418	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Pavilion 419	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Pavilion 420	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Pavilion 421	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 422	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 423	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 424	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 425	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 426	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 427	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 428	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 429	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 430	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 431	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 432	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 433	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 434	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 435	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 436	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 437	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 438	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 439	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 440	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 441	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 442	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 443	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 516	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 517	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 518	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 519	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 520	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 521	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 522	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 523	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 524	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 525	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 526	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 527	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 528	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 529	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 530	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 531	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 532	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 533	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 534	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 535	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 536	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 537	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 538	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 539	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 540	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 541	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 542	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 543	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Moon Deck 601	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Moon Deck 602	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Moon Deck 603	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning

Sun Protection Tips for Great American Ball Park

☀️ Peak Sun Hours

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best shaded seats at Great American Ball 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 Pavilion 416, Pavilion 417, Pavilion 418 offer guaranteed shade.

Which sections have covered seating?

Covered sections at Great American Ball Park include: Pavilion 416, Pavilion 417, Pavilion 418, Pavilion 419, Pavilion 420, View Level 516, View Level 517, View Level 518, View Level 519, View Level 520

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 Great American Ball 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

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SHADE GUIDE

Great American Ball Park

Cincinnati Reds•MLB

Cincinnati, OH

42,319 seats

105° orientation

Open Air

Built 2003

Best Shaded Seats at Great American Ball Park

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

Pavilion 416

Level: upper
✓ Covered
Price: value

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

Pavilion 417

Level: upper
✓ Covered
Price: value

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

Pavilion 418

Level: upper
✓ Covered
Price: value

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

Pavilion 419

Level: upper
✓ Covered
Price: value

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

Pavilion 420

Level: upper
✓ Covered
Price: value

Guaranteed shade - covered seating area

Pavilion 421

Level: upper
Price: value

Pavilion 422

Level: upper
Price: value

Pavilion 423

Level: upper
Price: value

Seasonal Shade Patterns

Shade availability varies significantly throughout the baseball season:

April

Early season - moderate sun exposure

Recommendations:

Third base side recommended for morning shade
Spring: Sun angle is moderate, shade increases throughout the game

May

Spring games - increasing temperatures

Recommendations:

Third base side recommended for morning shade
Spring: Sun angle is moderate, shade increases throughout the game

June

Early summer - high sun angle

Recommendations:

Third base side recommended for morning shade
Spring: Sun angle is moderate, shade increases throughout the game

July

Peak summer - maximum sun exposure

Recommendations:

Third base side recommended for morning shade
Summer: High sun angle, limited shade except in covered areas

August

Late summer - intense afternoon sun

Recommendations:

Third base side recommended for morning shade
Summer: High sun angle, limited shade except in covered areas

September

Early fall - decreasing sun angle

Recommendations:

Third base side recommended for morning shade
Summer: High sun angle, limited shade except in covered areas

October

Playoff season - comfortable temperatures

Recommendations:

Third base side recommended for morning 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
Diamond Seats 16	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Diamond Seats 17	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Diamond Seats 18	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Diamond Seats 19	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 20	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 21	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 22	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 23	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 24	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 25	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 26	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 27	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 28	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 29	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 30	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 31	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 32	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 33	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 34	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 35	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 36	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 37	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 38	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 39	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 40	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 41	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 42	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 43	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 44	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 45	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 46	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 47	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 48	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 49	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 50	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 51	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 52	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 53	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 54	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 55	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 56	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 57	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 58	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Field Box 59	field	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 116	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 117	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 118	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 119	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 120	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 121	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 122	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 123	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 124	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 125	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 126	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 127	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 128	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 129	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 130	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 131	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 132	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 133	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 134	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 135	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 136	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 137	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 138	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 139	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 140	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 141	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 142	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 143	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 144	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 145	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 146	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 147	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 148	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 149	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 150	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 151	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 152	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 153	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 154	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 155	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 156	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 157	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 158	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 159	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 160	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 161	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 162	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 163	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 164	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 165	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 166	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 167	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 168	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 169	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 170	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 171	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 172	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Infield Box 173	lower	—	★☆☆☆☆	Evening games	Limited shade
Pavilion 416	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Pavilion 417	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Pavilion 418	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Pavilion 419	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Pavilion 420	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
Pavilion 421	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 422	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 423	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 424	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 425	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 426	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 427	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 428	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 429	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 430	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 431	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 432	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 433	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 434	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 435	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 436	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 437	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 438	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 439	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 440	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 441	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 442	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Pavilion 443	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 516	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 517	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 518	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 519	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 520	upper	✓	★★★★★	All day	Guaranteed shade
View Level 521	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 522	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 523	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 524	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 525	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 526	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 527	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 528	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 529	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 530	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 531	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 532	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 533	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 534	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 535	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 536	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 537	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 538	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 539	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 540	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 541	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 542	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
View Level 543	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Moon Deck 601	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Moon Deck 602	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning
Moon Deck 603	upper	—	★★★★☆	Day games	Good shade after 2nd inning

Sun Protection Tips for Great American Ball Park

☀️ Peak Sun Hours

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best shaded seats at Great American Ball 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 Pavilion 416, Pavilion 417, Pavilion 418 offer guaranteed shade.

Which sections have covered seating?

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 Great American Ball 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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Great American Ball Park

Cincinnati Reds•MLB

The Banks,

42,319 seats

0° orientation

Open Air

Built 2003

Great American Ball Park stadium information: Home of the Cincinnati Reds in MLB. Located in The Banks, with a capacity of 42,319 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 0 degrees. Built in 2003.

Overview

Great American Ball Park sits along the Ohio River in downtown Cincinnati, featuring a gap in the outfield that provides river views. Known as a hitter-friendly park, it combines modern amenities with tributes to Cincinnati's rich baseball history.

Stadium Highlights

Ohio River views through outfield gap
Reds Hall of Fame & Museum
Steamboat in center field
Rose Garden tribute area

Unique Features

Riverboat beyond center field
Gap in outfield stands for river views
Power Stacks smokestacks
Crosley Terrace historic elements

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

Upper Deck 401-415 third base
Club seats
Diamond seats

Afternoon Games

Upper Deck 415-430
Sections 125-135 third base
Club level

Evening Games

First base side after 5:30 PM
Sections 110-120
Most upper deck

Shade Tips

Third base side gets afternoon shade
Upper deck provides good coverage
Avoid bleachers for day games
River breeze provides cooling

Monthly Weather Patterns

April

60°F 60% 30% rain

Cool and variable

Dress in layers

May

70°F 65% 30% rain

Pleasant spring

Third base for afternoon

June

79°F 70% 25% rain

Getting warm

Upper deck recommended

July

84°F 70% 25% rain

Hot and humid

Shade essential

August

83°F 70% 25% rain

Peak summer

Evening games best

September

75°F 65% 25% rain

Cooling down

Most sections comfortable

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

Diamond Seats

Behind home plate

All-inclusive food/drinks
Waitstaff
Padded seats

Champions Club

Club level

Upscale dining
Private bar
Climate control

Seating Tips

Diamond Seats A-F

Ultimate luxury experience

experience

View Level 515-525

Best value with river views

value

Sections 125-130

Great shade and views

shade

Sun/Moon Deck

Party atmosphere but hot

experience

Budget-Friendly Options

View Level 500s
Sun/Moon Deck
Upper corners

Food & Drink

Signature Items

LaRosa's Pizza
Skyline Chili
Montgomery Inn BBQ
Queen City Sausage

Local Favorites

LaRosa's
Skyline
Montgomery Inn
Graeter's Ice Cream

Beer & Beverages

Christian Moerlein
MadTree
Rhinegeist
Taft's

Local breweries: MadTree, Rhinegeist, Taft's, Braxton

Getting There

Address

100 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Parking Options

Central Riverfront Garage

Distance: AdjacentPrice: $20✓ Covered✓ Shaded spots

Closest covered option

East Garage

Distance: 5 min walkPrice: $15✓ Covered✓ Shaded spots

Good value

Fountain Square garages

Distance: 10 min walkPrice: $10✓ Covered✓ Shaded spots

Downtown options

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

Cincinnati Bell Connector streetcar
Metro buses

Ride Share: Joe Nuxhall Way 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: The Banks

Riverfront entertainment district between stadiums

Before the Game

Holy Grail Tavern
Yard House
Tin Roof
Moerlein Lager House

After the Game

The Banks bars
Over-the-Rhine district
Fountain Square

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

Rose Garden worth visiting
Hall of Fame free with ticket
Fireworks Fridays popular
Riverboat horns after home runs

Best Value

View Level corners great value
Sun/Moon Deck cheapest option
Student discounts available

Hidden Gems

Crosley Terrace historic elements
Power Stacks shoot fireworks
Machine Room Grille upscale dining

Things to Avoid

Sun/Moon Deck on hot days
Driving without prepaid parking
Missing the Hall of Fame

Stadium History

Timeline

2003Great American Ball Park opens

2010Hosts NLDS games

2015Hosts MLB All-Star Game

Stadium Traditions

Mr. Red

Baseball-headed mascot

Gapper

Furry mascot

Fireworks

After Friday home games

Retired Numbers

#1Fred Hutchinson(1965)

#5Johnny Bench(1984)

#8Joe Morgan(1998)

#10Sparky Anderson(2005)

#11Barry Larkin(2012)

#13Dave Concepcion(2007)

#14Pete Rose(2016)

#18Ted Kluszewski(1998)

#20Frank Robinson(1998)

#24Tony Perez(2000)

#42Jackie Robinson(1997)

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SHADE GUIDE

Great American Ball Park

Cincinnati Reds•MLB

The Banks,

42,319 seats

0° orientation

Open Air

Built 2003

Great American Ball Park stadium information: Home of the Cincinnati Reds in MLB. Located in The Banks, with a capacity of 42,319 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 0 degrees. Built in 2003.

Overview

Stadium Highlights

Ohio River views through outfield gap
Reds Hall of Fame & Museum
Steamboat in center field
Rose Garden tribute area

Unique Features

Riverboat beyond center field
Gap in outfield stands for river views
Power Stacks smokestacks
Crosley Terrace historic elements

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

Upper Deck 401-415 third base
Club seats
Diamond seats

Afternoon Games

Upper Deck 415-430
Sections 125-135 third base
Club level

Evening Games

First base side after 5:30 PM
Sections 110-120
Most upper deck

Shade Tips

Third base side gets afternoon shade
Upper deck provides good coverage
Avoid bleachers for day games
River breeze provides cooling

Monthly Weather Patterns

April

60°F 60% 30% rain

Cool and variable

Dress in layers

May

70°F 65% 30% rain

Pleasant spring

Third base for afternoon

June

79°F 70% 25% rain

Getting warm

Upper deck recommended

July

84°F 70% 25% rain

Hot and humid

Shade essential

August

83°F 70% 25% rain

Peak summer

Evening games best

September

75°F 65% 25% rain

Cooling down

Most sections comfortable

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

Diamond Seats

Behind home plate

All-inclusive food/drinks
Waitstaff
Padded seats

Champions Club

Club level

Upscale dining
Private bar
Climate control

Seating Tips

Diamond Seats A-F

Ultimate luxury experience

experience

View Level 515-525

Best value with river views

value

Sections 125-130

Great shade and views

shade

Sun/Moon Deck

Party atmosphere but hot

experience

Budget-Friendly Options

View Level 500s
Sun/Moon Deck
Upper corners

Food & Drink

Signature Items

LaRosa's Pizza
Skyline Chili
Montgomery Inn BBQ
Queen City Sausage

Local Favorites

LaRosa's
Skyline
Montgomery Inn
Graeter's Ice Cream

Beer & Beverages

Christian Moerlein
MadTree
Rhinegeist
Taft's

Local breweries: MadTree, Rhinegeist, Taft's, Braxton

Getting There

Address

100 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Parking Options

Central Riverfront Garage

Distance: AdjacentPrice: $20✓ Covered✓ Shaded spots

Closest covered option

East Garage

Distance: 5 min walkPrice: $15✓ Covered✓ Shaded spots

Good value

Fountain Square garages

Distance: 10 min walkPrice: $10✓ Covered✓ Shaded spots

Downtown options

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

Cincinnati Bell Connector streetcar
Metro buses

Ride Share: Joe Nuxhall Way 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: The Banks

Riverfront entertainment district between stadiums

Before the Game

Holy Grail Tavern
Yard House
Tin Roof
Moerlein Lager House

After the Game

The Banks bars
Over-the-Rhine district
Fountain Square

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

Rose Garden worth visiting
Hall of Fame free with ticket
Fireworks Fridays popular
Riverboat horns after home runs

Best Value

View Level corners great value
Sun/Moon Deck cheapest option
Student discounts available

Hidden Gems

Crosley Terrace historic elements
Power Stacks shoot fireworks
Machine Room Grille upscale dining

Things to Avoid

Sun/Moon Deck on hot days
Driving without prepaid parking
Missing the Hall of Fame

Stadium History

Timeline

2003Great American Ball Park opens

2010Hosts NLDS games

2015Hosts MLB All-Star Game

Stadium Traditions

Mr. Red

Baseball-headed mascot

Gapper

Furry mascot

Fireworks

After Friday home games

Retired Numbers

#1Fred Hutchinson(1965)

#5Johnny Bench(1984)

#8Joe Morgan(1998)

#10Sparky Anderson(2005)

#11Barry Larkin(2012)

#13Dave Concepcion(2007)

#14Pete Rose(2016)

#18Ted Kluszewski(1998)

#20Frank Robinson(1998)

#24Tony Perez(2000)

#42Jackie Robinson(1997)

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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

September

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

Diamond Seats

Champions Club

Seating Tips

Diamond Seats A-F

View Level 515-525

Sections 125-130

Sun/Moon Deck

Budget-Friendly Options

Food & Drink

Signature Items

Local Favorites

Beer & Beverages

Getting There

Address

Parking Options

Central Riverfront Garage

East Garage

Fountain Square garages

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

Game Day Tips

Early Arrival

Sun Protection

Local Food

Beat Traffic

Typical Game Day Schedule

Neighborhood: The Banks

Before the Game

After the Game

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

Best Value

Hidden Gems

Things to Avoid

Stadium History

Timeline

Stadium Traditions

Mr. Red

Gapper

Fireworks

Retired Numbers

Great American Ball 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