What is the bag policy at Petco Park?
Bags are prohibited except single-compartment clear plastic bags no larger than 12" × 6" × 12" and infant or medical bags. Clutches and purses may be no larger than 5" × 7". All items are subject to search.
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Bag policy
Bags are prohibited except single-compartment clear plastic bags no larger than 12" × 6" × 12" and infant or medical bags. Clutches and purses may be no larger than 5" × 7". All items are subject to search.
Entrances
Named entrances: Gaslamp Gate, East Village Gate, Park Boulevard Gate, and Home Plate Gate. Gates open 90 minutes before first pitch; Season Ticket Members may enter two hours early at Park Boulevard and Home Plate Gates. Re-entry is permitted with a scanned digital ticket (promo days may differ).
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Bags are prohibited except single-compartment clear plastic bags no larger than 12" × 6" × 12" and infant or medical bags. Clutches and purses may be no larger than 5" × 7". All items are subject to search.
Verified Oct 5, 2026San Diego Padres — Petco Park Entry Policies
Wheelchair, semi-ambulatory, and transfer seating available. Complimentary wheelchair escorts between gates and seats. Guest Services at Sections 108, 131, and 303. Elevators near multiple sections and all four gates. ADA shuttles from Padres Parkade, Tailgate Park, and the MTS Garage; sensory bags at Guest Services and Park Blvd Plaza.
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Policies can change by event. Venue signs, staff, and official event notices are the source of truth at the door.
Getting there
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San Diego
All three MTS Trolley lines serve the ballpark area. Stations within about two blocks: 12th & Imperial, Park & Market, and Gaslamp Quarter (Fifth Avenue & Harbor Drive). Enhanced trolley service after most night games; Coaster riders can connect via Green Line from Santa Fe Depot.
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Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
Cashless concessions accept credit cards, Padres Pay, Apple Pay, and other digital payments. Guests may bring individual-consumption food in soft-sided containers that meet the bag policy, plus one sealed clear unflavored water ≤1 liter or an empty 1-liter reusable bottle.
Verified Oct 5, 2026San Diego Padres — Entry Policies / Information Guide
Family restrooms are at Sections 109, 202, 219, 310, and 311 for families and guests needing private accommodations. First Aid is at Sections 108 and 129.
Verified Oct 5, 2026San Diego Padres — Accessibility Guide
Padres New Era Team Store at Petco Park: Monday–Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.–4 p.m. (hours vary on game days; closes to the public about 30–45 minutes before gates). Gallagher Square Team Store and other in-park spots operate on gamedays. Credit/contactless and Padres Pay only.
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