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VyStar Ballpark

Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp•MLB
Sports Complex,
11,000 seats
0° orientation
Open Air
Built 2003
VyStar Ballpark stadium information: Home of the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp in MLB. Located in Sports Complex, with a capacity of 11,000 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 0 degrees. Built in 2003.

Overview

VyStar Ballpark is home to the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp, Triple-A affiliate of the Miami Marlins. Located on the St. Johns River in downtown Jacksonville.

Stadium Highlights

  • St. Johns River views
  • Downtown location
  • Modern facilities
  • Unique team branding

Unique Features

  • River views
  • Party deck
  • Shrimp entertainment
  • Kids Zone

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

  • Third base side
  • Club level

Afternoon Games

  • First base side sections 101-108

Evening Games

  • Most infield sections

Shade Tips

  • First base for afternoon
  • Club level has indoor access

Monthly Weather Patterns

April

72°F 65% 25% rain

Pleasant

Perfect weather

May

78°F 68% 30% rain

Warming

Seek shade

June

84°F 75% 45% rain

Hot

Afternoon storms

July

87°F 78% 50% rain

Peak heat

Evening games

August

86°F 78% 50% rain

Hot

Check weather

September

82°F 75% 40% rain

Still hot

Hurricane season

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

VyStar Club

Behind home plate

  • All-inclusive
  • Climate controlled

Seating Tips

Sections 105-109

River views

view

First base

Afternoon shade

shade

Budget-Friendly Options

  • Bleachers
  • Upper reserved

Food & Drink

Signature Items

  • Shrimp and grits
  • Seafood
  • Bold City beer

Local Favorites

  • Bold City Brewery
  • Southern BBQ
  • Seafood

Beer & Beverages

  • Bold City
  • Intuition
  • Aardwolf

Local breweries: Bold City, Intuition

Getting There

Address

301 A. Philip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32202

Parking Options

Stadium Lot

Distance: AdjacentPrice: $10

Downtown lots

Distance: 5-10 minPrice: $5-10

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

  • JTA bus routes

Ride Share: A. Philip Randolph Blvd

Game Day Tips

Try shrimp and grits

Signature

River views

At sunset

Typical Game Day Schedule

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

Neighborhood: Sports Complex

Near downtown

Before the Game

  • Downtown restaurants

After the Game

  • Downtown bars

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

  • First base for shade
  • Red shirt Friday discount

Best Value

  • Upper reserved
  • Thrifty Thursday

Hidden Gems

  • Bold City beer
  • River walk

Things to Avoid

  • Left field in sun
  • Forgetting sunscreen

Stadium History

Timeline

2003Ballpark opens
2017Rebrand as Jumbo Shrimp