SHADE GUIDE

Dell Diamond

Round Rock ExpressMLB
Round Rock,
11,631 seats
0° orientation
Open Air
Built 2000
Dell Diamond stadium information: Home of the Round Rock Express in MLB. Located in Round Rock, with a capacity of 11,631 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 0 degrees. Built in 2000.

Overview

Dell Diamond is home to the Round Rock Express, Triple-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers. Award-winning facility in Austin metro area.

Stadium Highlights

  • Dell technology partnership
  • Austin area
  • Family-friendly

Unique Features

  • Rock Wall
  • Swimming pool
  • Play area

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

  • Sections 101-105
  • Sections 119-124

Afternoon Games

  • Sections 113-119
  • Suites

Evening Games

  • Sections 101-108
  • Sections 201-208

Shade Tips

  • Third base side best for afternoon
  • Texas heat requires shade priority
  • Upper deck provides some shade to lower

Monthly Weather Patterns

April

71°F 65% 20% rain

Pleasant spring weather

Great baseball weather

May

78°F 70% 25% rain

Warm and humid

Seek shade for day games

June

85°F 65% 20% rain

Hot and humid

Night games recommended

July

89°F 60% 15% rain

Very hot

Shade essential

August

89°F 60% 15% rain

Peak heat

Hydrate constantly

September

82°F 65% 20% rain

Still warm

Late summer heat

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

United Heritage Center

Special ticket

  • All-inclusive
  • AC
  • Private bar

Seating Tips

Sections 113-115

Best shade for Texas heat

shade

Berm

Great for families with kids

family

Pool area

Unique experience, book early

experience

Budget-Friendly Options

  • Outfield berm
  • Upper deck corners

Food & Drink

Signature Items

  • Cheeseburger Cheeseburger
  • Brisket nachos

Local Favorites

  • Texas BBQ
  • Breakfast tacos
  • Kolaches

Beer & Beverages

  • Shiner Bock
  • Austin Beerworks
  • Independence Brewing

Local breweries: Austin Beerworks, Independence, Hops & Grain

Getting There

Address

3400 E Palm Valley Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78665

Parking Options

Main Lot

Distance: AdjacentPrice: $10

Overflow Lot

Distance: 5 minute walkPrice: $5

Alternative Transportation

Ride Share: Designated pickup/dropoff

Game Day Tips

Arrive early

Parking fills up quickly

Texas heat

Bring sunscreen and water

Family activities

Kids zone opens early

Nolan Ryan history

Check out the displays

Typical Game Day Schedule

  • Gates Open: 90 minutes before
  • First Pitch: 7:05 PM weekdays, 6:05 PM weekends
  • Batting Practice: Select games

Neighborhood: Round Rock

Growing Austin suburb with tech presence

Before the Game

  • Downtown Round Rock
  • La Frontera shopping

After the Game

  • Main Street bars
  • Downtown Round Rock

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

  • Book pool area well in advance
  • Berm great for families
  • United Heritage Center best for heat

Best Value

  • Berm seating
  • Thursday specials
  • Family four-packs

Hidden Gems

  • Nolan Ryan exhibit
  • Kids run bases postgame
  • Sunday family specials

Things to Avoid

  • I-35 at rush hour
  • Sections 106-112 for day games
  • Limited shade in outfield

Stadium History

Timeline

2000Dell Diamond opens
2005Becomes Astros affiliate
2011Rangers affiliation begins
2019Returns to Rangers system