Your Guide to Catching an A’s Game in Sacramento

It’s time to play ball! The A’s are coming to Sacramento!

In case you missed it: The team formerly known as the Oakland A’s (or Oakland Athletics) will be playing at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento prior to settling in their permanent new home of Las Vegas in 2028. That means Sacramento gets three years of major league baseball right in their own backyard.

The A’s will be playing the Chicago Cubs during their home opener March 31, with games scheduled through the spring and summer. They’ll be sharing the stadium with the Sacramento River Cats, which have their first home game March 28 against the Albuquerque Isotopes.

From little league games to the major leagues, baseball is the quintessential American pastime. But not everyone has had the opportunity to catch a live game. If you’re new to the sport, or just new to Sutter Health Park, we’ve prepared this handy guide that covers everything you need to know, from buying tickets and parking to what to eat and drink, plus some insider tips. 

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When to Go to an A’s Game

A’s games are scheduled on various days throughout the week through September 28. You can check the A’s schedule online or search for single game tickets. There are midday games and evening games, which begin at 7:05 p.m. Some games offer special giveaways and promotions where you can snag free A’s merchandise such as T-shirts or bobbleheads. On select Friday and Saturday nights, be sure to stick around for the post-game fireworks show.

How to Get A’s Tickets

Single game tickets are available for purchase on the A’s website or at the Sutter Health Park ticket office. The ticket office is open Mon.–Fri. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. through March 27. After March 28, it will be open only on game days: 2 p.m. through the end of the 6th inning for evening games, and 10 a.m. through the end of the 6th inning for day games. The price of lawn tickets start at around $25 depending on the opposing team and the day of the week. Some seats can be several hundred dollars, especially for games with big-name teams such as the San Francisco Giants, Chicago Cubs, and New York Yankees. There are discounted tickets available for the military, first responders, and students. Although season tickets for 2025 are sold out, you can get on a waiting list for 2026 season tickets. Some individual games are already sold out, but you can find resale tickets on SeatGeek, the official resale marketplace for MLB.

It’s also helpful to download the MLB Ballpark app, where you can manage digital tickets, view schedules, and see interactive ballpark maps.

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Where to Park

There is plenty of paid parking available near Sutter Health Park, including a VIP lot that has accessible spots. Parking fees vary but you can expect to pay around $15. Some fans prefer to park near Old Sacramento and walk across the Tower Bridge to the ballpark.  Depending on where you live, you can take the Capitol Corridor Amtrak to the downtown station, which is within walking distance of the ballpark. Yolobus has service to the ballpark, while Sacramento Regional Transit has both bus stops and Light Rail stations in Downtown Sacramento and Old Sacramento. Another option is to ride your bike to an A’s game — they have a free bike valet!

What to Eat & Drink at an A’s Game

Sutter Health Park offers much more than peanuts and Cracker Jacks! They have a full line-up of food choices, and it’s expected that new offerings are in the works. Current options including the following:

• Bridges Grille. Hot dogs, burgers, pretzels.
• Coop & Kennel Pub. Chicken tenders, fish & chips.
• Cadillac Diner. Gourmet hot dogs, burgers, shakes.
• Oso’s Mexican Cantina. Tacos, burritos, nachos.
• Pizza & Pints. Pizza and beer.
• Golden Spike Chophouse. Gourmet burgers, corn dogs, fries.
• Sweet Spot. Ice cream & root beer floats.

Thirsty? There are plenty of spots to get a beverage (adult or otherwise). In fact, Sutter Health Park is known for its selection of local craft brews, which are served until the first pitch of the eighth inning. They also have fresh-squeezed lemonade.

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It should be noted that Sutter Health Park is a cashless facility, meaning only credit cards and debit cards are accepted for concessions. There are no ATMs on site.

Where to Eat Near Sutter Health Park

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Looking to pregame it? There are plenty of spots near Sutter Health Park where you can fill up before the game. Places to consider include the following:

• Drake’s at the Barn. Craft brewery with an expansive beer garden, serving pizza and burgers.
• Franquette. A charming French bistro and wine bar.
• Tree House Café. Coffee, breakfast and hearty sandwiches with a lovely outdoor patio.
• Burgers & Brew. Burgers, sandwiches, fries, and beer.
• 319 Broderick. Pub fare like wings, loaded fries, burgers and sandwiches, plus a full bar.
• The Midway. Asian-inspired comfort food and cocktails.

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Five Fun Facts About the A’s

1. A’s vs. Athletics. Because the A’s are in transition, they do not have a city name associated with their team. Their official name is simply the Athletics, or the A’s for short. Presumably, they will be renamed again after the move to Las Vegas.
2. Mascot. Stomper has been the A’s mascot since 1997, a jolly elephant wearing the team’s signature green and gold. He is one of several mascots used by the team over the years, including Harry Elephante and Charlie-O the mule. The elephant goes back to the early 1900s, when an opposing team manager told the A’s owner he had a “white elephant” on his hands.
3. Nicknames. The Athletics have had several different nicknames throughout the course of their 120-plus year history, including the Swingin’ A’s, the Green Elephants, and the Green and Gold.
4. History. The A’s were founded in 1901 as the Philadelphia Athletics baseball club. In 1955, the team left for Kansas City, Missouri before their move to Oakland in 1968.
5. World Series. The A’s have won the World Series nine times: in 1910, 1911, 1913, 1929, 1930, 1972, 1973, 1974 and 1989. They’ve also won 15 American League pennants and 17 West Division titles.

Enjoy Your Day at the Sutter Health Park

The Sacramento area has no shortage of sporting events to choose from, including soccer at the Sacramento Republic FC and basketball with the Sacramento Kings. But come summer, there’s nothing better than a baseball game with a hot dog and a cold beer in hand. Whether you’re an avid baseball fan or a newbie, you’re bound to have a great time watching the A’s play at Sutter Health Park.