What are the best shaded seats at Kauffman Stadium?

The best shaded seats at Kauffman Stadium vary by game time. For day games, sections on the third base side and upper deck typically offer more shade. Use The Shadium to check real-time shade for your specific game.

Which sections at Kauffman Stadium have covered seating?

Kauffman Stadium 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 Kauffman Stadium during day games?

To avoid sun at Kauffman Stadium, 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.

Kauffman Stadium

Kansas City Royals

Truman Sports ComplexCapacity: 37,903Opened: 1973

Overview

Kauffman Stadium features the iconic crown-shaped scoreboard and the largest privately funded fountain display in the world. Known for excellent sight lines, wide foul territory, and Kansas City barbecue throughout the concourses.

Stadium Highlights

Crown-shaped HD scoreboard
World's largest privately funded fountains
Excellent sight lines from all seats
Wide foul territory gives pitchers advantage

Unique Features

Spectacular fountain display in outfield
Crown scoreboard with 84-foot HD screen
Outfield experience with kids activities
Craft & Draft restaurant in left field
Rivals Sports Bar behind home plate

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

Third base side 216-240
Club Level 316-340
Upper deck 416-440

Afternoon Games

First base side sections 204-228
Dugout Box 126-140
View Level 424-440

Evening Games

Most infield sections after 6 PM
Club and suite levels

Shade Tips

First base side gets afternoon shade
Upper deck provides some shade for lower sections
Hot and humid summers require shade planning
Evening games more comfortable

Monthly Weather Patterns

April

59°F 65% 30% rain

Cool spring weather

Light sun, jacket recommended

May

69°F 70% 35% rain

Pleasant temperatures

Shade becoming important

June

78°F 75% 30% rain

Getting warm and humid

First base side for afternoon relief

July

83°F 75% 25% rain

Hot and humid

Shade essential for day games

August

82°F 75% 25% rain

Peak summer heat

Upper deck or shaded areas recommended

September

74°F 70% 25% rain

Cooling temperatures

More comfortable conditions

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

Crown Club

Behind home plate

All-inclusive dining
Premium bar
Climate control

Club Level

Mid-level

Padded seats
Better concessions
Some shade coverage

Seating Tips

Crown Club

Best amenities and air conditioning

experience

Sections 214-226

Great views behind home plate

view

View Level 424-436

Good value with fountain views

value

Club Level 324-336

Decent shade coverage

shade

Budget-Friendly Options

View Level 400s
General Admission outfield
Bleachers

Food & Drink

Signature Items

Kansas City barbecue
Burnt ends
Joe's Kansas City BBQ
Boulevard beer

Local Favorites

LC's Bar-B-Q
Stroud's chicken
Winstead's burgers
Kansas City strip steak

Beer & Beverages

Boulevard
KC Bier Co.
Crane Brewing
Budweiser

Local breweries: Boulevard, KC Bier Co., Crane, Rock & Run

Getting There

Address

1 Royal Way, Kansas City, MO 64129

Parking Options

Kauffman Stadium Lots

Distance: AdjacentPrice: $20-30

Arrive early for closer spots

Truman Sports Complex lots

Distance: 5-10 min walkPrice: $15-25

Shared with Chiefs

Overflow lots

Distance: 10-15 min walkPrice: $10-15

Shuttle service available

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

Limited bus service
Game day shuttles from downtown

Ride Share: Designated pickup/drop-off areas

Game Day Tips

Arrive early for fountains

Watch pre-game fountain show

Try KC barbecue

World-famous Kansas City BBQ

Visit Outfield Experience

Great for kids and families

Watch for Crown scoreboard

Unique design and features

Typical Game Day Schedule

Gates Open: 90 minutes before first pitch
First Pitch: 7:10 PM weekdays, 6:10 PM Saturdays, 1:15 PM Sundays
Batting Practice: Royals BP 2 hours before

Neighborhood: Truman Sports Complex

Sports complex shared with Kansas City Chiefs

Before the Game

Complex restaurants
Tailgating areas

After the Game

Power & Light District downtown
Westport entertainment

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

Fountain show happens before games
Joe's Kansas City BBQ is authentic
Outfield Experience great for kids
Crown Club worth splurge for comfort
Plan extra time for parking and walking

Best Value

View Level with fountain views
General Admission outfield
Group packages
Season ticket plans

Hidden Gems

Royals Hall of Fame displays
Craft & Draft restaurant
Crown scoreboard features
Best BBQ in baseball

Things to Avoid

Driving without parking plan
Missing fountain display
Outfield seats for day games - very hot
Rush hour on I-70

Stadium History

Timeline

1973Kauffman Stadium opens (originally Royals Stadium)

1985World Series championship

2015World Series championship

1993Renamed Kauffman Stadium

Stadium Traditions

Fountain displays

Synchronized fountain shows

Crown vision

Crown-shaped scoreboard

Retired Numbers

#5George Brett(1994)

#10Dick Howser(1987)

#20Frank White(1995)

#42Jackie Robinson(1997)

Kauffman Stadium

Kansas City Royals

Truman Sports ComplexCapacity: 37,903Opened: 1973

Overview

Stadium Highlights

Crown-shaped HD scoreboard
World's largest privately funded fountains
Excellent sight lines from all seats
Wide foul territory gives pitchers advantage

Unique Features

Spectacular fountain display in outfield
Crown scoreboard with 84-foot HD screen
Outfield experience with kids activities
Craft & Draft restaurant in left field
Rivals Sports Bar behind home plate

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

Third base side 216-240
Club Level 316-340
Upper deck 416-440

Afternoon Games

First base side sections 204-228
Dugout Box 126-140
View Level 424-440

Evening Games

Most infield sections after 6 PM
Club and suite levels

Shade Tips

First base side gets afternoon shade
Upper deck provides some shade for lower sections
Hot and humid summers require shade planning
Evening games more comfortable

Monthly Weather Patterns

April

59°F 65% 30% rain

Cool spring weather

Light sun, jacket recommended

May

69°F 70% 35% rain

Pleasant temperatures

Shade becoming important

June

78°F 75% 30% rain

Getting warm and humid

First base side for afternoon relief

July

83°F 75% 25% rain

Hot and humid

Shade essential for day games

August

82°F 75% 25% rain

Peak summer heat

Upper deck or shaded areas recommended

September

74°F 70% 25% rain

Cooling temperatures

More comfortable conditions

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

Crown Club

Behind home plate

All-inclusive dining
Premium bar
Climate control

Club Level

Mid-level

Padded seats
Better concessions
Some shade coverage

Seating Tips

Crown Club

Best amenities and air conditioning

experience

Sections 214-226

Great views behind home plate

view

View Level 424-436

Good value with fountain views

value

Club Level 324-336

Decent shade coverage

shade

Budget-Friendly Options

View Level 400s
General Admission outfield
Bleachers

Food & Drink

Signature Items

Kansas City barbecue
Burnt ends
Joe's Kansas City BBQ
Boulevard beer

Local Favorites

LC's Bar-B-Q
Stroud's chicken
Winstead's burgers
Kansas City strip steak

Beer & Beverages

Boulevard
KC Bier Co.
Crane Brewing
Budweiser

Local breweries: Boulevard, KC Bier Co., Crane, Rock & Run

Getting There

Address

1 Royal Way, Kansas City, MO 64129

Parking Options

Kauffman Stadium Lots

Distance: AdjacentPrice: $20-30

Arrive early for closer spots

Truman Sports Complex lots

Distance: 5-10 min walkPrice: $15-25

Shared with Chiefs

Overflow lots

Distance: 10-15 min walkPrice: $10-15

Shuttle service available

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

Limited bus service
Game day shuttles from downtown

Ride Share: Designated pickup/drop-off areas

Game Day Tips

Arrive early for fountains

Watch pre-game fountain show

Try KC barbecue

World-famous Kansas City BBQ

Visit Outfield Experience

Great for kids and families

Watch for Crown scoreboard

Unique design and features

Typical Game Day Schedule

Gates Open: 90 minutes before first pitch
First Pitch: 7:10 PM weekdays, 6:10 PM Saturdays, 1:15 PM Sundays
Batting Practice: Royals BP 2 hours before

Neighborhood: Truman Sports Complex

Sports complex shared with Kansas City Chiefs

Before the Game

Complex restaurants
Tailgating areas

After the Game

Power & Light District downtown
Westport entertainment

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

Fountain show happens before games
Joe's Kansas City BBQ is authentic
Outfield Experience great for kids
Crown Club worth splurge for comfort
Plan extra time for parking and walking

Best Value

View Level with fountain views
General Admission outfield
Group packages
Season ticket plans

Hidden Gems

Royals Hall of Fame displays
Craft & Draft restaurant
Crown scoreboard features
Best BBQ in baseball

Things to Avoid

Driving without parking plan
Missing fountain display
Outfield seats for day games - very hot
Rush hour on I-70

Stadium History

Timeline

1973Kauffman Stadium opens (originally Royals Stadium)

1985World Series championship

2015World Series championship

1993Renamed Kauffman Stadium

Stadium Traditions

Fountain displays

Synchronized fountain shows

Crown vision

Crown-shaped scoreboard

Retired Numbers

#5George Brett(1994)

#10Dick Howser(1987)

#20Frank White(1995)

#42Jackie Robinson(1997)