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Globe Life Park
Globe Life Park in Arlington, Texas is the longtime home of the Texas Rangers. The Rangers have played there since 1994 when it was known as The Ballpark in Arlington. The stadium has also hosted several concerts, college baseball games, international soccer matches, and other events. The Rangers will be moving to a new stadium in 2020, at which point Globe Life Park will be used by a new XFL franchise coming to Dallas.
Best Places to Sit at Globe Life Park
For Globe Life Park sporting events, the best places to sit are sections 222-230, which is the club level just below the press box. This part of the stadium will have a perfect view of the entire field and have easy access to food and concessions. To get closer to the field, consider sections 18-23. These are field-level seats on the third-base side of the stadium that will keep you close to the field and give you a great vantage point of the video board. For the cheapest Rangers tickets that still have a good view of the field, sections 322-330 are right behind home plate and provide a good vantage point, despite being a little further from the field.
Tips for Visiting Globe Life Park
If you're heading a to a Rangers game, you should always, always check the weather and lather up on sunscreen! Even for nighttime games at Globe Life Park, the sun will be out early in the game, adding to the Texas heat. To stay out of the sun as much as possible, try sitting along the 1st baseline or behind home plate, specifically in the last few rows of any section, as these areas are the most likely to be in the shade. The second level of seats in right field has a large overhang above it to help shield the sun, although most other outfield seats will have no protection from the sun whatsoever.
Food to Try at Globe Life Park
Globe Life Park events have over 100 concession stands located throughout the ballpark, so there's no shortage of dining options. One can’t-miss item is the red, white, and blue hot dog, which features onions and pickled relish that has been dyed red and blue. The park also takes chicken wings to the next level by wrapping them in bacon. Of course, if you’re not a carnivore, you’ll be well-covered, as Globe Life Park offers a veggie wrap, vegan burger, and even vegan street tacos.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Globe Life Park located?
The baseball park is located in Arlington, Texas, between Dallas and Fort Worth.
What kind of events does Globe Life Park host?
The most frequent type of event that is hosted at the stadium is professional baseball, but the park also hosts other non-sporting events such as concerts.
Which team is playing at Globe Life Park?
It is home to the Texas Rangers and the Texas Rangers Baseball Hall of Fame.
Where can I park for free at Globe Life Park?
There are a number of parking lots around the stadium, making parking very easy for Globe Life Park events. Parking is relatively cheap, starting at $15.
What is the seating capacity of Globe Life Park?
Globe Life Park events can seat up to 48,114 fans.
Who owns Globe Life Park?
Globe Life Park is owned by the city of Arlington.
How do I get to Globe Life Park using public transport?
Unfortunately, there aren't really any public transit options for the Globe Life Park. So, if you don't want to drive, you'll be dependent on shuttles, buses, and Uber – which is the official rideshare partner of the Texas Rangers.