SHADE GUIDE

Oakland Coliseum

Oakland Athletics•MLB

East Oakland,

46,847 seats

0° orientation

Open Air

Built 1966

Oakland Coliseum stadium information: Home of the Oakland Athletics in MLB. Located in East Oakland, with a capacity of 46,847 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 0 degrees. Built in 1966.

Overview

The Oakland Coliseum, one of the last multi-purpose stadiums in MLB, is known for its vast foul territory and passionate fanbase. Despite its age and the infamous Mt. Davis addition, it maintains a unique charm with drum circles, creative fan sections, and affordable prices.

Stadium Highlights

Largest foul territory in MLB
Passionate A's fanbase
Affordable ticket prices
BART accessible

Unique Features

Mt. Davis upper deck structure
Massive foul territory
Drum section in right field
Shared with NFL Raiders (formerly)

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

Plaza Level 213-230 third base
Field Level 113-130
Diamond Level

Afternoon Games

Plaza Level 230-245
Sections 125-135 third base
Club seats

Evening Games

First base side after 6 PM
Sections 105-115
Most Plaza level

Shade Tips

Third base side gets afternoon shade
Upper levels provide overhang coverage
Bleachers stay sunny longest
Bay breeze provides cooling

Monthly Weather Patterns

April

62°F 70% 20% rain

Cool with marine layer

Bring layers

May

66°F 70% 10% rain

Mild

Third base for afternoon

June

70°F 70% 5% rain

Perfect weather

Any section comfortable

July

72°F 70% 2% rain

Warm but breezy

Upper deck stays cool

August

73°F 70% 2% rain

Peak summer

Shade helpful afternoon

September

72°F 70% 5% rain

Indian summer

Most sections fine

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

Diamond Level

Behind home plate

Premium seats
Wider seats
Better food options

Plaza Club

Plaza level

Indoor club
Private bar

Seating Tips

Field Level 115-125

Best views despite foul territory

view

Plaza Level 220-230

Good value with shade

value

Bleachers 147-149

Drum section atmosphere

experience

Mt. Davis

Cheapest seats but far away

value

Budget-Friendly Options

Mt. Davis sections
Bleachers
Value Deck

Food & Drink

Signature Items

Saag's sausages
Ribs & Things BBQ
Nachos
Stomper Burger

Local Favorites

Saag's
Ribs & Things
Kinder's BBQ
Shibe Park Tavern

Beer & Beverages

Drake's
Lagunitas
Sierra Nevada
Coors

Local breweries: Drake's, Fieldwork, Oakland United

Getting There

Address

7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland, CA 94621

Parking Options

Coliseum Parking

Distance: Surrounding stadiumPrice: $30

Large lots all around

BART Parking

Distance: At stationPrice: $3

Take BART to avoid parking

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

BART Coliseum Station (direct access)
AC Transit buses

Ride Share: Designated zones near BART

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: East Oakland

Industrial area with limited nearby entertainment

Before the Game

Tailgating in lots
Limited nearby options

After the Game

Jack London Square (10 min)
Downtown Oakland (15 min)

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

Right field drums are iconic
The Treehouse has best food/drinks
Final season memorabilia valuable
BART is easiest transport

Best Value

Bleachers very affordable
Mt. Davis cheapest seats
Wednesday deals

Hidden Gems

Championship banners
A's Hall of Fame
Stomper's birthday celebrations

Things to Avoid

Driving if possible (take BART)
Mt. Davis for close views
Leaving early (traffic)

Stadium History

Timeline

1968A's move to Oakland

1972Win World Series

1973Win World Series

1974Win World Series

1989Win World Series

2024Final season in Oakland

Stadium Traditions

Right Field Drummers

Fan drummers since 1981

Stomper

Elephant mascot

Dot Racing

Between innings entertainment

Retired Numbers

#9Reggie Jackson(2004)

#24Rickey Henderson(2009)

#27Catfish Hunter(1991)

#34Rollie Fingers(1992)

#42Jackie Robinson(1997)

#43Dennis Eckersley(2005)