What are the best shaded seats at Comerica Park?

The best shaded seats at Comerica Park 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 Comerica Park have covered seating?

Comerica 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 Comerica Park during day games?

To avoid sun at Comerica 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.

Comerica Park

Detroit Tigers

Downtown DetroitCapacity: 41,083Opened: 2000

Overview

Comerica Park in downtown Detroit features distinctive tiger statues, a Ferris wheel beyond left field, and excellent views of the Detroit skyline. Known for Coney dogs, the carousel, and unique architectural features celebrating Detroit's automotive heritage.

Stadium Highlights

Tiger statues throughout the ballpark
Ferris wheel beyond left field
Downtown Detroit skyline views
Comerica Park Carousel for kids

Unique Features

Two 15-foot tiger statues at main gate
Ferris wheel and carousel beyond outfield
General Motors Fountain
Walk of Fame brick path
Automotive heritage design elements

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

Third base side 126-142
Club Level 226-242
Upper Reserved 326-342

Afternoon Games

First base side sections 104-120
Lower Box 114-130
Pavilion 424-440

Evening Games

Most infield sections after 6 PM
Club and suite levels

Shade Tips

First base side gets afternoon shade
Club Level provides good shade coverage
Upper deck overhangs protect some sections
Evening games more comfortable

Monthly Weather Patterns

April

55°F 65% 30% rain

Cool spring weather

Light sun, warm layers recommended

May

66°F 65% 30% rain

Pleasant temperatures

Shade starting to matter

June

75°F 70% 25% rain

Warm summer weather

First base side for afternoon games

July

80°F 75% 25% rain

Hot and humid

Shade essential for day games

August

78°F 75% 25% rain

Peak summer heat

Upper deck or shaded areas

September

71°F 70% 25% rain

Cooling temperatures

More comfortable conditions

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

Tiger Club

Behind home plate

All-inclusive dining
Premium bar
Climate control

Club Level

Mid-level

Padded seats
Better concessions
Shade coverage

Seating Tips

Tiger Club

Best amenities and air conditioning

experience

Sections 120-132

Great views behind home plate

view

Pavilion 420-436

Good value with skyline views

value

Club Level 230-242

Good shade and amenities

shade

Budget-Friendly Options

Pavilion 400s
Upper Reserved 300s
Bleachers

Food & Drink

Signature Items

Coney dogs (American and Chili)
Little Caesars pizza
Faygo pop
Vernors ginger ale

Local Favorites

Polish boy sandwich
Detroit-style pizza
Better Made chips
Sanders hot fudge

Beer & Beverages

Bell's
Founders
Budweiser
Local craft options

Local breweries: Bell's, Founders, Atwater, Detroit Beer Co.

Getting There

Address

2100 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48201

Parking Options

Comerica Park Lots

Distance: AdjacentPrice: $20-35

Reserve online for better prices

Downtown Detroit lots

Distance: 2-6 blocksPrice: $10-20✓ Covered✓ Shaded spots

Walk through downtown

Casino lots

Distance: 3-4 blocksPrice: $15-25✓ Covered✓ Shaded spots

MotorCity and MGM Grand

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

QLine streetcar
DDOT bus routes
SMART bus

Ride Share: Designated pickup areas on Brush St

Game Day Tips

Ride the Ferris wheel

Great views of city and ballpark

Try authentic Coney dog

Detroit specialty

Visit carousel area

Great for kids and families

Walk downtown

Revitalized downtown area

Typical Game Day Schedule

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

Neighborhood: Downtown Detroit

Revitalized downtown with sports district

Before the Game

Greektown restaurants
Campus Martius area
Detroit riverfront

After the Game

Greektown Casino
Corktown bars
Riverfront dining

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

Ferris wheel offers great views
Coney dogs are Detroit tradition
Carousel popular with kids
QLine streetcar convenient
Downtown Detroit walkable from park

Best Value

Pavilion Level with skyline views
Upper Reserved corners
Group packages for families
QLine vs driving and parking

Hidden Gems

Walk of Fame bricks
General Motors Fountain
Al Kaline Corner displays
Downtown riverfront views

Things to Avoid

Driving without parking plan
Missing Ferris wheel experience
Rush hour on freeways
Bleachers for day games - very hot

Stadium History

Timeline

2000Comerica Park opens

2006World Series appearance

2012World Series appearance

Stadium Traditions

Tiger statues

Iconic tiger statues at entrance

Ferris wheel and carousel

Unique family attractions

Retired Numbers

#1Ty Cobb(1999)

#2Charlie Gehringer(1983)

#3Alan Trammell(2018)

#5Hank Greenberg(1983)

#6Al Kaline(1980)

#11Sparky Anderson(2011)

#16Hal Newhouser(1997)

#23Willie Horton(2000)

Comerica Park

Detroit Tigers

Downtown DetroitCapacity: 41,083Opened: 2000

Overview

Stadium Highlights

Tiger statues throughout the ballpark
Ferris wheel beyond left field
Downtown Detroit skyline views
Comerica Park Carousel for kids

Unique Features

Two 15-foot tiger statues at main gate
Ferris wheel and carousel beyond outfield
General Motors Fountain
Walk of Fame brick path
Automotive heritage design elements

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

Third base side 126-142
Club Level 226-242
Upper Reserved 326-342

Afternoon Games

First base side sections 104-120
Lower Box 114-130
Pavilion 424-440

Evening Games

Most infield sections after 6 PM
Club and suite levels

Shade Tips

First base side gets afternoon shade
Club Level provides good shade coverage
Upper deck overhangs protect some sections
Evening games more comfortable

Monthly Weather Patterns

April

55°F 65% 30% rain

Cool spring weather

Light sun, warm layers recommended

May

66°F 65% 30% rain

Pleasant temperatures

Shade starting to matter

June

75°F 70% 25% rain

Warm summer weather

First base side for afternoon games

July

80°F 75% 25% rain

Hot and humid

Shade essential for day games

August

78°F 75% 25% rain

Peak summer heat

Upper deck or shaded areas

September

71°F 70% 25% rain

Cooling temperatures

More comfortable conditions

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

Tiger Club

Behind home plate

All-inclusive dining
Premium bar
Climate control

Club Level

Mid-level

Padded seats
Better concessions
Shade coverage

Seating Tips

Tiger Club

Best amenities and air conditioning

experience

Sections 120-132

Great views behind home plate

view

Pavilion 420-436

Good value with skyline views

value

Club Level 230-242

Good shade and amenities

shade

Budget-Friendly Options

Pavilion 400s
Upper Reserved 300s
Bleachers

Food & Drink

Signature Items

Coney dogs (American and Chili)
Little Caesars pizza
Faygo pop
Vernors ginger ale

Local Favorites

Polish boy sandwich
Detroit-style pizza
Better Made chips
Sanders hot fudge

Beer & Beverages

Bell's
Founders
Budweiser
Local craft options

Local breweries: Bell's, Founders, Atwater, Detroit Beer Co.

Getting There

Address

2100 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48201

Parking Options

Comerica Park Lots

Distance: AdjacentPrice: $20-35

Reserve online for better prices

Downtown Detroit lots

Distance: 2-6 blocksPrice: $10-20✓ Covered✓ Shaded spots

Walk through downtown

Casino lots

Distance: 3-4 blocksPrice: $15-25✓ Covered✓ Shaded spots

MotorCity and MGM Grand

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

QLine streetcar
DDOT bus routes
SMART bus

Ride Share: Designated pickup areas on Brush St

Game Day Tips

Ride the Ferris wheel

Great views of city and ballpark

Try authentic Coney dog

Detroit specialty

Visit carousel area

Great for kids and families

Walk downtown

Revitalized downtown area

Typical Game Day Schedule

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

Neighborhood: Downtown Detroit

Revitalized downtown with sports district

Before the Game

Greektown restaurants
Campus Martius area
Detroit riverfront

After the Game

Greektown Casino
Corktown bars
Riverfront dining

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

Ferris wheel offers great views
Coney dogs are Detroit tradition
Carousel popular with kids
QLine streetcar convenient
Downtown Detroit walkable from park

Best Value

Pavilion Level with skyline views
Upper Reserved corners
Group packages for families
QLine vs driving and parking

Hidden Gems

Walk of Fame bricks
General Motors Fountain
Al Kaline Corner displays
Downtown riverfront views

Things to Avoid

Driving without parking plan
Missing Ferris wheel experience
Rush hour on freeways
Bleachers for day games - very hot

Stadium History

Timeline

2000Comerica Park opens

2006World Series appearance

2012World Series appearance

Stadium Traditions

Tiger statues

Iconic tiger statues at entrance

Ferris wheel and carousel

Unique family attractions

Retired Numbers

#1Ty Cobb(1999)

#2Charlie Gehringer(1983)

#3Alan Trammell(2018)

#5Hank Greenberg(1983)

#6Al Kaline(1980)

#11Sparky Anderson(2011)

#16Hal Newhouser(1997)

#23Willie Horton(2000)