Peoria Sports Complex

Home to spring training for the San Diego Padres and Seattle Mariners, Peoria Sports Complex offers families an affordable, intimate baseball experience perfect for introducing kids to America's pastime. Beyond spring training games, the complex features youth baseball fields and hosts community events throughout the year, making it a versatile sports destination for active families.

• ✓Up-close views of Major League Baseball players during affordable spring training games
• ✓Meeting team mascots and participating in between-inning activities on the field
• ✓Spacious lawn seating areas where kids can spread out and play
• ✓Youth baseball clinics and camps held at the complex
• ✓Autograph opportunities before and after games

1. 1.Arrive early during spring training to watch players warm up and potentially snag autographs along the fence line,kids have better luck than adults!
2. 2.Bring sunscreen, hats, and refillable water bottles as Arizona sun can be intense even in spring; shade is limited in some seating areas.
3. 3.Opt for lawn seating with younger kids who need to move around,they can play while you still catch the game.
4. 4.Check the website for special theme nights and promotional giveaways that are especially popular with children.
5. 5.Park in the north lot for quickest exit with tired kids after the game ends.

March during spring training season offers the best family experience with exciting games, perfect weather, and a festive atmosphere. Weekday afternoon games are less crowded than weekends, making it easier to navigate with children.

Spring training tickets are very affordable (often $15-30) with kids 2 and under typically free. Parking is plentiful and free, and the venue offers standard ballpark concessions with kid favorites like hot dogs, nachos, and ice cream.

Spring training runs late February through March,this is peak season with the most activity. The complex hosts youth tournaments and special events during summer and fall, but can be extremely hot June-August. Winter months offer the most pleasant weather but fewer organized events.

Park West at Peoria Sports Complex (on-site) offers casual dining with a full menu. For a quick family meal after the game, try Culver's or Chick-fil-A just a few miles south on 83rd Avenue.