SHADE GUIDE

Huntington Bank Field

Cleveland BrownsMLB
Downtown Cleveland,
67,431 seats
0° orientation
Open Air
Built 1999
Huntington Bank Field stadium information: Home of the Cleveland Browns in MLB. Located in Downtown Cleveland, with a capacity of 67,431 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 0 degrees. Built in 1999.

Overview

Huntington Bank Field sits on the shore of Lake Erie in downtown Cleveland, creating one of the most unique and challenging environments in the NFL. The lakefront location brings notorious winds and weather that can dramatically impact games.

Stadium Highlights

  • Lake Erie shoreline location
  • Open end zone facing the lake
  • Dawg Pound end zone seating
  • Natural grass field in harsh climate

Unique Features

  • Open end zone exposes field to lake winds
  • Infamous for weather-affected games
  • Dawg Pound bleacher seating tradition
  • Downtown Cleveland integration

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

  • West sideline sections
  • Upper deck 500-515
  • Club level west

Afternoon Games

  • East sideline becomes shaded
  • Sections facing away from lake
  • Upper deck east

Evening Games

  • Limited late season sun
  • Most areas have some coverage
  • Weather more important than sun

Shade Tips

  • Lake Erie winds more concerning than sun
  • Stadium runs east-west along lakeshore
  • September games need sun protection
  • Late season: weather protection over shade

Monthly Weather Patterns

September

65°F 70% 25% rain

Pleasant with lake breeze

Lake breeze provides natural cooling

October

54°F 70% 30% rain

Cool with lake effect

Layer up for changing conditions

November

42°F 75% 40% rain

Cold with lake winds

Wind protection essential

December

32°F 80% 45% rain

Harsh lake effect weather

Arctic gear required

January

26°F 75% 40% rain

Brutal lake effect conditions

Survival mode weather

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

Browns Club

Club level midfield

  • Climate control
  • Premium dining
  • Lake views
West Club

West sideline club

  • All-inclusive service
  • Bar access
  • Protected from lake winds

Seating Tips

Club Level

Essential protection from lake weather

experience

Dawg Pound

Ultimate Browns experience but dress warmly

experience

West sideline upper

Protection from worst lake winds

shade

Lower bowl midfield

Best views but most weather exposure

experience

Budget-Friendly Options

  • Upper deck corners
  • Dawg Pound bleachers
  • End zone upper sections

Food & Drink

Signature Items

  • Stadium Mustard
  • Polish Boy
  • Pierogi
  • Great Lakes Beer

Local Favorites

  • Polish Boy sandwich
  • Pierogi
  • Cleveland Stadium Mustard
  • Ballpark Mustard

Beer & Beverages

  • Great Lakes
  • Budweiser
  • Miller
  • Local craft

Local breweries: Great Lakes, Platform, Market Garden

Getting There

Address

100 Alfred Lerner Way, Cleveland, OH 44114

Parking Options

Muni Lot

Distance: 10 min walkPrice: $20

Famous tailgating lot

Stadium Lots

Distance: AdjacentPrice: $35

Closest but more expensive

Downtown Garages

Distance: 5-8 blocksPrice: $15-25✓ Covered

Protection from weather

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

  • RTA bus routes
  • Rapid transit downtown

Ride Share: Available with downtown pickup zones

Game Day Tips

Dress for Lake Weather

Lake Erie winds make it feel much colder

Experience Dawg Pound

Unique NFL atmosphere

Arrive at Muni Lot

Famous tailgating experience

Try Polish Boy

Cleveland specialty sandwich

Embrace the Loyalty

Browns fans are incredibly loyal

Typical Game Day Schedule

  • Gates Open: 2 hours before kickoff
  • First Pitch: 1:00 PM most Sundays

Neighborhood: Downtown Cleveland

Lakefront downtown area with entertainment district

Before the Game

  • East 4th Street
  • Warehouse District bars
  • Great Lakes Brewing

After the Game

  • Flats East Bank
  • West 6th Street
  • Casino

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

  • Respect the loyalty of Browns fans
  • Experience the Dawg Pound if possible
  • Dress for harsh lake weather
  • Tailgate at the Muni Lot

Best Value

    Hidden Gems

      Things to Avoid

        Stadium History

        Timeline

        1999Stadium opens for Browns return
        2001First playoff appearance
        2020First playoff win since 1994

        Stadium Traditions

        Dawg Pound

        Legendary bleacher section fan culture

        Here We Go Brownies

        Fight song tradition

        Orange and Brown

        Classic team colors