World Baseball Classic
The World Baseball Classic is coming to Daikin Park in 2026!
World Baseball Classic, Inc. (WBCI) announced the sixth installment of the World Baseball Classic, which is scheduled for March 2026, in which Daikin Park will serve as a World Baseball Classic host for the first time in the event’s history. The ballpark will become the ninth different Major League ballpark to host World Baseball Classic contests, joining Chase Field in Phoenix (2006, 2013, 2023); Petco Park in San Diego (2006, 2009, 2017); Angel Stadium in Anaheim (2006); Rogers Centre in Toronto (2009); Dolphin Stadium in Miami (2009); Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles (2009, 2017); Oracle Park in San Francisco (2013); and loanDepot park in Miami (2013, 2017, 2023).
World Baseball Classic Fan Zone
Join us early at Fan Zone before your game. Fan Zone is a fun, family event that opens two hours prior to first pitch for every game and runs through the start of each game. Fan Zone is a ticketed event only – fans must have a valid game ticket to enter Fan Zone for the corresponding game.
Fan Zone Includes:
- Live Music
- Face Painters and Caricature Artists
- Inflatables
- Virtual Reality Baseball
- Photo Booths
- Special appearances*
- And More!
Fan Zone Hours
March 13
- Quarterfinal 1 Fan Zone: 5:00pm – End of First Inning
March 14
- Quarterfinal 2 Fan Zone: 12:00pm – End of First Inning
*Saturday's Fan Zone will feature a guest appearance and autograph session with former Astros player Jose Cruz.
Food & Drink Passport
Travel the world at Daikin Park with the World Baseball Classic Food & Drink Passport. Pick up your passport at Center Field near Hall of Fame Alley, visit specialty concessions featuring flavors from around the globe, and collect stamps as you go.
Quarterfinals Schedule
World Baseball Classic Schedule at Daikin Park
Parking
Get ahead of the game and plan your parking - visit Astros.com/Parking for all options.
Team Store
World Baseball Classic merchandise is available at the storefront in the Union Station lobby. For hours, please click here.
