Homestand 5: May 18 - 27

Below is a complete guide of everything you need to know as you prepare to come to Petco Park as the Padres take on the Dodgers (May 18 – 20), Athletics (May 22 – 24), and Phillies (May 25 – 27).

DIGITAL TICKETING GUIDE

All tickets are digital and can be accessed within the MLB Ballpark app. Our full digital ticketing guide will help you to sign into your Padres MyTickets account to manage your tickets, as well as how to access your tickets in the Ballpark app. Follow the step-by-step instructions to learn how to access, transfer, exchange (members-only!), or donate your tickets. All tickets must be accessed in the MLB Ballpark app for scanning and entry at the gates on gamedays. Make sure to transfer tickets to everyone in your party before the game so everyone has their own digital ticket.

Screenshots will not be accepted at the gates for entry. Also, please have the latest version of the Ballpark app updated prior to entering the Ballpark for the first time this season. We recommend accessing your tickets on the Ballpark app before arriving to Petco Park to ensure you have the latest version of the app and can view your ticket barcodes! Additionally, we recommend saving your tickets to your phone's wallet in case you have connectivity issues when you arrive at Petco Park. Please note, Android users are unable to save to their wallet and must go directly through the Ballpark app to access their tickets.

ENTRY POLICIES

Petco Park will prohibit bags, except for clutches and purses no larger than 5” X 7”, single-compartment clear plastic bags not exceeding 12” X 6” X 12”, or infant and medical bags.

Season Ticket Members have access to the ballpark two (2) hours prior to first pitch, which is 30 minutes prior to the public. Dedicated Member Gates are located at Home Plate Gate and Park Blvd. Gate.

In addition, all members can enter through the East Village Gate on Tuesday, May 26, starting at 3 PM to watch Padres Batting Practice in its entirety.

WEEKEND GATE TIMES & GATE ACCESS ADVISORY

Please see the schedule below for the various gate times for the weekend series against the Athletics. When entering certain gates, fans will have access to only select locations until all gates are open (designated by “Public Gates” on the schedule):

Friday, May 22:

4:00 PM Gallagher Square Gates*

4:30 PM Member Gates & Public Gates

6:40 PM First Pitch

Saturday, May 23:

4:00 PM Gallagher Square Gates*

4:30 PM Member Gates

5:00 PM Public Gates

6:40 PM First Pitch

Sunday, May 24:

10:30 AM Gallagher Square Gates*

11:00 AM Member Gates

11:30 AM Public Gates

1:10 PM First Pitch

*Gallagher Square Gates: All fans will have access to Gallagher Square, the Team Store, and Power Alley at the time designated above only until all gates open.

GETTING TO THE GAME

Public Transportation

When planning your trip to Petco Park, consider MTS, which provides direct, frequent service to Petco Park on all three Trolley lines and select bus routes. You can avoid traffic and parking by using MTS Park & Ride lots along the Trolley system. North County COASTER provides an alternative mass-transit option to get safely to the ballpark.

Parking

Padres preferred parking is available adjacent to Petco Park. Guests are strongly encouraged to pre-purchase their parking to guarantee a spot in these convenient lots. Pre-paid parking is unavailable for purchase online within 4 hours of first pitch.

Looking for parking in additional lots in downtown San Diego? Reserve a space on SpotHero, the proud parking partner of the San Diego Padres.

Rideshare

A designated rideshare loading zone is located across the street from the Bayfront Hilton Hotel (next to the Convention Center) on Harbor Drive and Park Boulevard. We encourage fans to get dropped off and picked up at this location, and then take the pedestrian sky bridge towards Petco Park.

CONCESSIONS & MOBILE ORDERING

Concession stands are open on all levels of the ballpark with new offerings including Coco Ichibanya and Pop Pie Co. In-seat delivery via the MLB Ballpark app is available for both food and beverage in premium seating areas (Blue Shield Home Plate Club, First Base VIP Box, Lexus Club, Cutwater Coronado Club, and Terrace Level).

Select the Padres as your favorite team in the MLB Ballpark app to enhance your gameday! Use our interactive Ballpark Map or Padres Chat to see which food and beverage locations are closest to you!

Don't forget that Members enjoy 10% off concessions. Be sure to use the Membership Discount Card in the MLB Ballpark app!

MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT

All Padres Members receive 10% off concessions and retail. To receive your discount, access your Membership Discount Card in the MLB Ballpark app using the steps below:

The QR Code will be your virtual Member Discount Card. Please show this at the point of sale at concession stands and the Team Store to receive your 10% Membership Discount. You can also use your 10% off discount using Padres Pay with a convenient single-scan purchase at concessions and retail spaces throughout the ballpark.

MEMBER LOUNGE & HAPPY HOUR

Available from the time Member Gates open until first pitch, you can enjoy special drink offers at several locations throughout the ballpark. Please show your Membership Discount Card or Padres Pay to receive this Member Happy Hour pricing. All specials start at $5 and happy hour locations and offerings are subject to change.

MEMBER BATTING PRACTICE EXPERIENCE

Join us for the Padres Member Batting Practice Experience this season! We open gates early for one game each homestand to all Padres Members to watch the entirety of Padres batting practice, and potentially catch a home run.

The next opportunity to watch the Padres batting practice in its entirety is Tuesday, May 26 and the East Village Gate will open at 3 PM. Keep an eye out for special baseballs (with gold stitching!) being hit throughout batting practice as part of the Golden Ball Promotion, sponsored by Rawlings. Snag any golden ball hit into the reserved outfield seating area and receive one (1) complimentary replica Padres jersey of your choice, subject to availability and excluding 2026 Padres City Connect jerseys. These baseballs may be redeemed at the Team Store at any point during the game.

Please note, Member Batting Practice dates are subject to change.

HOMESTAND HIGHLIGHTS

Dodgers Series (May 18-20): The Padres will face off for the first time this season against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Expect a star-studded showdown and a can't-miss atmosphere.

Star Wars Weekend (May 22-24): Join us for festivities all weekend long when the Padres host the A’s, including a postgame fireworks spectacular on Saturday night and character appearances with photo opportunities on Sunday.

Plus, on Friday, don’t miss BeerFest featuring $5 drinks and live music in Gallagher Square before the game, thanks to Southwest Airlines. And on Sunday, bring the entire family for KidsFest, presented by Nuna, to enjoy bounce houses and other inflatables, games, face painters, balloon artists and other kid-friendly activities in Gallagher Square. After the game, the fun keeps going with Kids Run the Bases, presented by Chick-fil-A, for kids ages 14 and under.

Phillies Series (May 25-27): Spend Memorial Day at America's #1 Ballpark! On Tuesday, May 26, the first 40,000 fans in attendance will receive a Patriotic Aloha Shirt, thanks to Southwest Airlines. Perfect for Sunday games or holiday weekends. With a strong turnout expected, fans are encouraged to arrive early as this giveaway is subject to availability.

THEME GAMES

The Padres offer a variety of Theme Games to enhance the fan experience at Petco Park and celebrate the diverse community throughout San Diego and the Baja region. Theme Games are a great way to access limited edition Padres items! As a Padres Member, you may purchase Theme Game item vouchers in your MyTickets account under Special Offers. Theme Game items are limited and must be picked up the day of the event from the redemption area. Upcoming Theme Games include:

  • 5/19: Taco Tuesday, presented by Jack in the Box (Sold Out)
  • 5/22: Educator Appreciation Night, presented by National University
  • 5/22 - 5/24: Star WarsTM Weekend (Sold Out)
  • 5/25: Bark at the Park #2, presented by Petco (Sold Out)
  • 5/26: Jewish Heritage Celebration

FAQ’S AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

We look forward to seeing you at Petco Park this season. We know you may have some questions. Please review our full FAQ and reference our A-Z information guide or reach out to your Membership Services representative.