SHADE GUIDE

Target Field

Minnesota TwinsMLB
North Loop,
38,544 seats
0° orientation
Open Air
Built 2010
Target Field stadium information: Home of the Minnesota Twins in MLB. Located in North Loop, with a capacity of 38,544 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 0 degrees. Built in 2010.

Overview

Target Field in downtown Minneapolis is an open-air ballpark that embraces Minnesota's seasons with heated concourses and a limestone facade that reflects local architecture. The intimate park offers stunning city skyline views and celebrates the Twins' championship heritage.

Stadium Highlights

  • Downtown Minneapolis skyline views
  • Limestone facade from Minnesota quarries
  • Minnie and Paul logo in center field
  • Town Ball Tavern

Unique Features

  • Kasota limestone exterior
  • Heated concourses and seats
  • Wind veil in right field
  • Gold Glove Bar

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

  • Home Plate Box 1-14
  • Champions Club
  • Legend's Club

Afternoon Games

  • Sections 301-327 third base upper
  • Sections 119-127 third base
  • Club Level

Evening Games

  • First base side after 6 PM
  • Sections 101-113
  • Most upper deck

Shade Tips

  • Third base side gets afternoon shade
  • Upper deck has substantial overhang
  • Overlook sections can be sunny
  • Club areas climate controlled

Monthly Weather Patterns

April

53°F 55% 30% rain

Cold and unpredictable

Dress very warmly

May

65°F 60% 30% rain

Variable spring

Layers essential

June

75°F 65% 30% rain

Pleasant

Upper deck for shade

July

82°F 65% 25% rain

Warm summer

Third base side best

August

79°F 70% 25% rain

Humid

Evening games ideal

September

70°F 65% 25% rain

Crisp fall

Perfect weather

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

Champions Club

Behind home plate

  • All-inclusive food/drinks
  • Padded seats
  • Private entrance
Legend's Club

Third base side

  • Upscale dining
  • Private bar
  • Climate control

Seating Tips

Champions Club

Best amenities and views

experience

View 314-320

Great value with shade

value

Sections 119-125

Perfect shade balance

shade

Overlook

Unique standing room experience

experience

Budget-Friendly Options

  • View Reserved 301-331
  • Bleachers
  • Overlook standing room

Food & Drink

Signature Items

  • Kramarczuk's sausages
  • Murray's steak sandwich
  • Tony O's Cuban
  • State Fair items

Local Favorites

  • Kramarczuk's
  • Red Cow burgers
  • Butcher & the Boar
  • Andrew Zimmern's

Beer & Beverages

  • Summit
  • Surly
  • Fulton
  • Indeed

Local breweries: Summit, Surly, Fulton, Indeed, Bauhaus

Getting There

Address

1 Twins Way, Minneapolis, MN 55403

Parking Options

Ramp A

Distance: AdjacentPrice: $25✓ Covered✓ Shaded spots

Connected to stadium

Ramp B

Distance: 5 min walkPrice: $20✓ Covered✓ Shaded spots

Good value

ABC Ramps

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

Downtown options

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

  • Blue/Green Line Target Field Station
  • Multiple bus routes

Ride Share: 5th Street designated zones

Game Day Tips

Early Arrival

Gates open 90 minutes before first pitch

Sun Protection

Bring sunscreen for day games

Local Food

Try the stadium signature items

Beat Traffic

Leave early or stay late to avoid congestion

Typical Game Day Schedule

  • Gates Open: 90 minutes before first pitch
  • First Pitch: 7:10 PM weekdays, various weekend times

Neighborhood: North Loop

Trendy warehouse district with restaurants and nightlife

Before the Game

  • Fulton Brewery
  • Runyon's
  • Kieran's Irish Pub
  • 1029 Bar

After the Game

  • North Loop bars
  • Downtown nightlife
  • Warehouse District

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

  • Target Plaza great for pregame
  • Heated seats available for rent
  • Minnie and Paul logo celebration
  • Town Ball Tavern has history exhibits

Best Value

  • View Reserved affordable
  • Overlook standing room cheap
  • Student nights with ID

Hidden Gems

  • Gold Glove Bar displays
  • Wind veil art installation
  • Celebration signs in center

Things to Avoid

  • Underdressing in April/May
  • Overlook on hot sunny days
  • Driving without prepaid parking

Stadium History

Timeline

2010Target Field opens
2014Hosts MLB All-Star Game
2019Hosts playoff games

Stadium Traditions

TC Bear

Team mascot

Win! Twins!

Victory celebration

Minnie and Paul

Classic logo celebration

Retired Numbers

#3Harmon Killebrew(1975)
#6Tony Oliva(1991)
#7Joe Mauer(2019)
#10Tom Kelly(2012)
#14Kent Hrbek(1995)
#28Bert Blyleven(2011)
#29Rod Carew(1987)
#34Kirby Puckett(1997)
#36Jim Kaat(2022)
#42Jackie Robinson(1997)