SHADE GUIDE

Smith's Ballpark

Salt Lake BeesMLB
Ballpark District,
15,411 seats
0° orientation
Open Air
Built 1994
Smith's Ballpark stadium information: Home of the Salt Lake Bees in MLB. Located in Ballpark District, with a capacity of 15,411 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 0 degrees. Built in 1994.

Overview

Smith's Ballpark sits in the shadow of the Wasatch Mountains in Salt Lake City, offering spectacular mountain views and a classic ballpark experience. Home to the Angels' Triple-A affiliate since 2001.

Stadium Highlights

  • Spectacular Wasatch Mountain views
  • Downtown Salt Lake City location
  • Family-friendly atmosphere
  • Craft beer garden

Unique Features

  • Mountain backdrop beyond outfield
  • Apiary social area in right field
  • Kids Fun Zone
  • Party deck areas
  • Local food court

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

  • Home plate sections 7-11
  • Club seats

Afternoon Games

  • Third base side sections 1-6
  • Upper deck 201-208

Evening Games

  • Most sections after 6 PM
  • First base side by sunset

Shade Tips

  • Third base side gets afternoon shade first
  • Upper deck provides shade for lower sections
  • Mountain shadows provide late afternoon relief
  • High altitude sun is intense - shade important

Monthly Weather Patterns

April

58°F 40% 20% rain

Cool and variable

Layers recommended

May

67°F 35% 20% rain

Pleasant spring

Shade helpful afternoons

June

78°F 30% 10% rain

Warm and dry

Seek shade for day games

July

88°F 25% 15% rain

Hot with monsoons

Shade essential

August

86°F 30% 15% rain

Hot afternoons

Evening games better

September

75°F 35% 15% rain

Cooling down

Perfect baseball weather

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

Home Plate Club

Behind home plate

  • All-inclusive food/drinks
  • Padded seats
  • Wait service

Seating Tips

Sections 7-11

Best views behind home plate

view

Sections 1-6

Third base shade and value

shade

The Apiary

Social atmosphere

experience

Left Field Lawn

Great for families

family

Budget-Friendly Options

  • Lawn seating
  • Outfield bleachers
  • Upper deck corners

Food & Drink

Signature Items

  • Beehive Cheese curds
  • Bees Burger
  • Crown Burger
  • Fry sauce

Local Favorites

  • Red Iguana Mexican
  • Local craft beers
  • Utah scones
  • Pastrami burger

Beer & Beverages

  • Wasatch
  • Squatters
  • Uinta
  • Budweiser

Local breweries: Wasatch, Squatters, Uinta, Red Rock

Getting There

Address

77 W 1300 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84115

Parking Options

Main Lot

Distance: AdjacentPrice: $7

Overflow Lot

Distance: 5 min walkPrice: $5

Downtown garages

Distance: 10-15 min walkPrice: $5-10✓ Covered✓ Shaded spots

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

  • TRAX Red Line to Ballpark Station
  • UTA bus routes

Ride Share: 1300 South entrance

Game Day Tips

Take TRAX

Avoid parking hassles

Try fry sauce

Utah specialty

Enjoy mountain views

Best at sunset

Thursday fireworks

Post-game shows

Typical Game Day Schedule

  • Gates Open: 90 minutes before first pitch
  • First Pitch: 7:05 PM weekdays, 6:35 PM Saturdays

Neighborhood: Ballpark District

Growing area near downtown SLC

Before the Game

  • Lucky 13 Bar
  • Piper Down Pub
  • Red Iguana

After the Game

  • Downtown SLC bars
  • 9th & 9th district

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

  • TRAX Red Line direct to stadium
  • Lucky 13 for pregame burgers
  • Upper deck has best mountain views
  • Thursday games have fireworks
  • The Apiary has best beer selection

Best Value

  • Lawn seating for families
  • TRAX saves parking fees
  • Tuesday discount nights
  • Upper deck corners

Hidden Gems

  • Red Iguana stand for Mexican food
  • Crown Burger at concessions
  • Mountain sunset views
  • Local craft beer options

Things to Avoid

  • Driving on I-15 at rush hour
  • Right field on sunny afternoons
  • Parking lot without early arrival
  • Limited alcohol options (Utah laws)

Stadium History

Timeline

1994Franklin Covey Field opens
2001Become Angels affiliate
2006Rebrand as Salt Lake Bees

Stadium Traditions

Bumble mascot race

Between innings entertainment

Thursday fireworks

Summer firework shows