What are the best shaded seats at Guaranteed Rate Field?

The best shaded seats at Guaranteed Rate Field 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 Guaranteed Rate Field have covered seating?

Guaranteed Rate Field 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 Guaranteed Rate Field during day games?

To avoid sun at Guaranteed Rate Field, 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.

Guaranteed Rate Field

Chicago White Sox

Bridgeport/South SideCapacity: 40,615Opened: 1991

Overview

Guaranteed Rate Field on Chicago's South Side features distinctive architecture with arched design elements, the FUNdamentals Deck for kids, and is known for Polish sausage, Italian beef, and passionate South Side fan culture.

Stadium Highlights

South Side Chicago location and culture
Distinctive arched architecture
FUNdamentals Deck interactive area
Scout Seats behind home plate

Unique Features

Exploding scoreboard in center field
FUNdamentals Deck with kids activities
Scout Seats with unique perspective
South Side food specialties
Chicago skyline views from upper deck

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

Third base side 148-166
Upper deck 518-536
Club Level 248-266

Afternoon Games

First base side sections 126-144
Lower Box 226-244
Upper deck 502-520

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 Chicago summers require planning
Evening games more comfortable

Monthly Weather Patterns

April

56°F 65% 30% rain

Cool spring weather

Light sun, jacket recommended

May

67°F 65% 30% rain

Pleasant temperatures

Shade starting to matter

June

76°F 70% 25% rain

Warm summer weather

First base side for afternoon relief

July

81°F 75% 25% rain

Hot and humid

Shade essential for day games

August

79°F 75% 25% rain

Peak summer heat

Upper deck or shaded areas

September

72°F 70% 25% rain

Cooling temperatures

More comfortable conditions

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

Stadium Club

Behind home plate upper level

All-inclusive dining
Premium bar
Climate control

Scout Seats

Field level

Field level behind plate
Unique perspective
Premium amenities

Seating Tips

Scout Seats

Unique field-level perspective

experience

Sections 132-140

Great views behind home plate

view

Upper deck 512-528

Good value with skyline views

value

Stadium Club

Best amenities and climate control

experience

Budget-Friendly Options

Upper deck 500s
Outfield sections
SRO areas

Food & Drink

Signature Items

Polish sausage
Chicago-style Italian beef
Chicago-style hot dogs
Old Style beer

Local Favorites

Garrett Popcorn
Deep dish pizza slices
Chicago mix popcorn
Vienna Beef hot dogs

Beer & Beverages

Old Style
Goose Island
Revolution
Budweiser

Local breweries: Goose Island, Revolution, Half Acre, Lagunitas

Getting There

Address

333 West 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60616

Parking Options

Guaranteed Rate Field Lots

Distance: AdjacentPrice: $25-40

Reserve online for better rates

Bridgeport area lots

Distance: 3-8 blocksPrice: $15-25

Walk through neighborhood

IIT campus lots

Distance: 5-10 blocksPrice: $10-20

Cheaper option

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

Red Line to Sox-35th
CTA bus routes

Ride Share: Designated areas on 35th St

Game Day Tips

Take Red Line

Direct to Sox-35th station

Try Italian beef

Chicago specialty

Visit FUNdamentals Deck

Great for kids

Experience South Side culture

Authentic Chicago neighborhood

Typical Game Day Schedule

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

Neighborhood: Bridgeport/South Side

Historic working-class Chicago neighborhood

Before the Game

Bridgeport restaurants
South Side taverns
Chinatown nearby

After the Game

South Side bars
Chinatown dining
Bridgeport pubs

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

Red Line drops you right at stadium
Italian beef is Chicago essential
FUNdamentals Deck great for kids
Scout Seats offer unique perspective
Exploding scoreboard is iconic

Best Value

Upper deck with skyline views
Red Line vs driving costs
Group packages
South Side authentic experience

Hidden Gems

Craft Kave beer selection
Upper deck Chicago skyline views
South Side neighborhood exploration
Historic Bridgeport area

Things to Avoid

Driving during rush hour on Dan Ryan
Parking without research
Missing South Side food specialties
Underestimating neighborhood character

Stadium History

Timeline

1991New Comiskey Park opens

2005World Series championship

2016Renamed Guaranteed Rate Field

Stadium Traditions

Exploding scoreboard

Fireworks after home runs

South Side pride

Working-class fan culture

Retired Numbers

#2Nellie Fox(1976)

#3Harold Baines(2019)

#4Luke Appling(1975)

#9Minnie Minoso(1983)

#11Luis Aparicio(1984)

#14Paul Konerko(2016)

#16Ted Lyons(1987)

#19Billy Pierce(1987)

#72Carlton Fisk(1997)

Guaranteed Rate Field

Chicago White Sox

Bridgeport/South SideCapacity: 40,615Opened: 1991

Overview

Stadium Highlights

South Side Chicago location and culture
Distinctive arched architecture
FUNdamentals Deck interactive area
Scout Seats behind home plate

Unique Features

Exploding scoreboard in center field
FUNdamentals Deck with kids activities
Scout Seats with unique perspective
South Side food specialties
Chicago skyline views from upper deck

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

Third base side 148-166
Upper deck 518-536
Club Level 248-266

Afternoon Games

First base side sections 126-144
Lower Box 226-244
Upper deck 502-520

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 Chicago summers require planning
Evening games more comfortable

Monthly Weather Patterns

April

56°F 65% 30% rain

Cool spring weather

Light sun, jacket recommended

May

67°F 65% 30% rain

Pleasant temperatures

Shade starting to matter

June

76°F 70% 25% rain

Warm summer weather

First base side for afternoon relief

July

81°F 75% 25% rain

Hot and humid

Shade essential for day games

August

79°F 75% 25% rain

Peak summer heat

Upper deck or shaded areas

September

72°F 70% 25% rain

Cooling temperatures

More comfortable conditions

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

Stadium Club

Behind home plate upper level

All-inclusive dining
Premium bar
Climate control

Scout Seats

Field level

Field level behind plate
Unique perspective
Premium amenities

Seating Tips

Scout Seats

Unique field-level perspective

experience

Sections 132-140

Great views behind home plate

view

Upper deck 512-528

Good value with skyline views

value

Stadium Club

Best amenities and climate control

experience

Budget-Friendly Options

Upper deck 500s
Outfield sections
SRO areas

Food & Drink

Signature Items

Polish sausage
Chicago-style Italian beef
Chicago-style hot dogs
Old Style beer

Local Favorites

Garrett Popcorn
Deep dish pizza slices
Chicago mix popcorn
Vienna Beef hot dogs

Beer & Beverages

Old Style
Goose Island
Revolution
Budweiser

Local breweries: Goose Island, Revolution, Half Acre, Lagunitas

Getting There

Address

333 West 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60616

Parking Options

Guaranteed Rate Field Lots

Distance: AdjacentPrice: $25-40

Reserve online for better rates

Bridgeport area lots

Distance: 3-8 blocksPrice: $15-25

Walk through neighborhood

IIT campus lots

Distance: 5-10 blocksPrice: $10-20

Cheaper option

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

Red Line to Sox-35th
CTA bus routes

Ride Share: Designated areas on 35th St

Game Day Tips

Take Red Line

Direct to Sox-35th station

Try Italian beef

Chicago specialty

Visit FUNdamentals Deck

Great for kids

Experience South Side culture

Authentic Chicago neighborhood

Typical Game Day Schedule

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

Neighborhood: Bridgeport/South Side

Historic working-class Chicago neighborhood

Before the Game

Bridgeport restaurants
South Side taverns
Chinatown nearby

After the Game

South Side bars
Chinatown dining
Bridgeport pubs

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

Red Line drops you right at stadium
Italian beef is Chicago essential
FUNdamentals Deck great for kids
Scout Seats offer unique perspective
Exploding scoreboard is iconic

Best Value

Upper deck with skyline views
Red Line vs driving costs
Group packages
South Side authentic experience

Hidden Gems

Craft Kave beer selection
Upper deck Chicago skyline views
South Side neighborhood exploration
Historic Bridgeport area

Things to Avoid

Driving during rush hour on Dan Ryan
Parking without research
Missing South Side food specialties
Underestimating neighborhood character

Stadium History

Timeline

1991New Comiskey Park opens

2005World Series championship

2016Renamed Guaranteed Rate Field

Stadium Traditions

Exploding scoreboard

Fireworks after home runs

South Side pride

Working-class fan culture

Retired Numbers

#2Nellie Fox(1976)

#3Harold Baines(2019)

#4Luke Appling(1975)

#9Minnie Minoso(1983)

#11Luis Aparicio(1984)

#14Paul Konerko(2016)

#16Ted Lyons(1987)

#19Billy Pierce(1987)

#72Carlton Fisk(1997)