SHADE GUIDE

Southwest University Park

El Paso ChihuahuasMLB
Downtown El Paso,
9,500 seats
0° orientation
Open Air
Built 2014
Southwest University Park stadium information: Home of the El Paso Chihuahuas in MLB. Located in Downtown El Paso, with a capacity of 9,500 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 0 degrees. Built in 2014.

Overview

Southwest University Park is home to the El Paso Chihuahuas, Triple-A affiliate of the San Diego Padres. Downtown El Paso with mountain views.

Stadium Highlights

  • Downtown El Paso
  • Franklin Mountains views
  • Mexican border proximity

Unique Features

  • Mountain backdrop
  • Border culture
  • Desert setting

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

  • Third base side

Afternoon Games

  • First base side
  • Club level

Evening Games

  • Most sections

Shade Tips

  • First base for afternoon
  • Desert sun intense

Monthly Weather Patterns

April

70°F 25% 5% rain

Perfect

Ideal weather

May

79°F 20% 5% rain

Warming up

Sun protection

June

88°F 20% 10% rain

Hot and dry

Evening games best

July

89°F 35% 25% rain

Monsoon season

Afternoon storms

August

87°F 40% 25% rain

Monsoon continues

Check weather

September

81°F 35% 15% rain

Still warm

Evening comfort

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

WestStar Club

Behind home

  • All-inclusive

Seating Tips

Behind home

Mountain views

view

First base

Afternoon shade

shade

Budget-Friendly Options

  • Upper reserved
  • Outfield

Food & Drink

Signature Items

  • Chico's Tacos
  • Street tacos
  • Margaritas

Local Favorites

  • El Paso Mexican food
  • Border cuisine
  • Local specialties

Beer & Beverages

  • Modelo
  • Dos Equis
  • Local craft

Local breweries: DeadBeach, Ode

Getting There

Address

1 Ballpark Plaza, El Paso, TX 79901

Parking Options

Downtown lots

Distance: 5-10 minPrice: $5-10

Street parking

Distance: VariesPrice: Metered

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

  • Sun Metro bus

Ride Share: Santa Fe Street

Game Day Tips

Chico's Tacos

El Paso classic

Mountain sunset

Beautiful views

Typical Game Day Schedule

  • Gates Open: 90 minutes before
  • First Pitch: 7:05 PM

Neighborhood: Downtown El Paso

Urban center

Before the Game

  • Downtown restaurants
  • Cincinnati Street

After the Game

  • Downtown bars

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

  • Chico's Tacos unique
  • Sunset views amazing
  • Margarita Monday deals

Best Value

  • Upper reserved
  • Dollar nights
  • Group deals

Hidden Gems

  • Party Patio
  • Local Mexican food
  • Border culture

Things to Avoid

  • Afternoon sun
  • Limited parking downtown
  • Desert heat

Stadium History

Timeline

2014Southwest University Park opens
2014Chihuahuas begin play