SHADE GUIDE

Lumen Field

Seattle SeahawksMLB
SODO (South of Downtown),
68,740 seats
0° orientation
Open Air
Built 2002
Lumen Field stadium information: Home of the Seattle Seahawks in MLB. Located in SODO (South of Downtown), with a capacity of 68,740 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 0 degrees. Built in 2002.

Overview

One of the loudest stadiums in the NFL, featuring a partial roof that covers 70% of seats while keeping field open. Known for the "12th Man" fan tradition.

Stadium Highlights

  • Loudest crowd roar Guinness World Record
  • Partial roof covering 70% of seats
  • The 12th Man tradition
  • Sustainable design features

Unique Features

  • Roof design amplifies crowd noise
  • Open north end for mountain views
  • Real grass field with undersoil heating
  • Hawks Nest cantilever seating

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

  • West sideline under roof
  • Sections 111-149

Afternoon Games

  • Most sections under roof coverage
  • Club level

Evening Games

  • East side benefits from shade

Shade Tips

  • Roof covers most seats but field is open
  • North end zone exposed to elements
  • Rain protection more important than sun
  • Seattle weather often overcast anyway

Monthly Weather Patterns

September

65°F 65% 25% rain

Mild and dry

Perfect weather usually

October

55°F 75% 40% rain

Cool with rain possible

Roof coverage important

November

48°F 80% 55% rain

Rainy season begins

Stay under roof

December

42°F 80% 60% rain

Wet and cool

Dress for rain

January

45°F 80% 55% rain

Rainy and cool

Waterproof gear essential

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

Delta Sky360 Club

Club membership

  • All-inclusive food/drinks
  • Padded seats
  • Indoor/outdoor access
Toyota Fan Deck

Special tickets

  • Standing room
  • Bar service
  • Social atmosphere

Seating Tips

Lower bowl sidelines

Best views and atmosphere

experience

Club level

Covered and comfortable

shade

Hawks Nest

Loudest and most intense

experience

300-level

Great value with roof coverage

value

Budget-Friendly Options

  • 300-level corners
  • Hawks Nest

Food & Drink

Signature Items

  • Ivar's fish and chips
  • Dungeness crab
  • Pike Place Market items

Local Favorites

  • Seattle dogs
  • Beecher's mac and cheese
  • Top Pot doughnuts
  • Din Tai Fung

Beer & Beverages

  • Elysian
  • Georgetown
  • Fremont Brewing
  • Mac & Jack's

Local breweries: Elysian, Georgetown, Fremont, Redhook

Getting There

Address

800 Occidental Avenue S, Seattle, WA 98134

Parking Options

North Lot

Distance: AdjacentPrice: $40-50

Closest to stadium

Stadium Garage

Distance: 0.2 milesPrice: $25-35✓ Covered✓ Shaded spots

SODO lots

Distance: 0.5-1 milePrice: $20-30

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

  • Link Light Rail to Stadium Station
  • Sounder Train
  • Multiple bus routes

Ride Share: Designated zones on Occidental

Game Day Tips

Bring ear protection

Stadium gets extremely loud

Take light rail

Easiest transportation option

Dress in layers

Seattle weather changes quickly

Arrive early

Experience the March to the Match

Typical Game Day Schedule

  • Gates Open: 2 hours before kickoff
  • First Pitch: 1:25pm or 4:25pm typically

Neighborhood: SODO (South of Downtown)

Industrial area south of downtown with stadiums and warehouses

Before the Game

  • Pioneer Square bars
  • International District restaurants

After the Game

  • Capitol Hill nightlife
  • Belltown bars

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

  • Light rail is by far the best transportation
  • Occidental Promenade for pre-game atmosphere
  • Bring earplugs - seriously loud

Best Value

  • 300-level sidelines
  • Hawks Nest for atmosphere
  • Light rail transportation

Hidden Gems

  • Toyota Fan Deck for social atmosphere
  • Pro Shop for exclusive 12th Man gear
  • Views of Mount Rainier on clear days

Things to Avoid

  • Driving and parking near stadium
  • Leaving right at game end
  • North end zone in rain

Stadium History

Timeline

2002Stadium opens
2013Sets crowd noise record at 137.6 dB
2014Seahawks win Super Bowl XLVIII
2020Stadium renamed to Lumen Field

Stadium Traditions

12th Man

Fans as the 12th player

Raise the 12 Flag

Pre-game flag raising ceremony