The Arizona Spring Training Ballpark Guide

Every February and March, half of Major League Baseball moves to the Phoenix area for spring training. Fifteen teams play in ten ballparks, most within an easy drive of Scottsdale, and the games feel nothing like the regular season: small crowds, sunny lawns, autograph lines and players you can actually see up close. Here is how to plan a Cactus League trip.

Every Cactus League ballpark

Drive times are rough estimates from Old Town Scottsdale without heavy traffic. Game days can add time, so leave early.

Picking your games

• Stay east for the most options. From Scottsdale, five ballparks are within about 25 minutes, so you can see several teams without long drives.
• Follow your team, then branch out. Spring rosters are full of rising prospects, and smaller ballparks often have the best views and shortest lines.
• Check the schedule early. The Cactus League publishes the full schedule and map each winter. Our peak season guide has the 2027 dates we know so far.

Ballpark tips from our team

• Lawn seats are a classic. Bring a blanket, spread out beyond the outfield and let the kids roll down the hill. They are often the least expensive tickets too.
• The sun is the opponent. Most games start in the early afternoon. Wear a hat and sunscreen, and choose seats on the shaded side if you can.
• Arrive early for autographs. Players often sign along the rails before the game, especially at smaller parks.
• Check the bag and parking rules. Each ballpark sets its own policies, and lots fill fast for popular matchups.
• Plan your evenings. Spring training season is also peak season for Scottsdale restaurants. Book dinner ahead, and see our Old Town guide for post-game plans.

Why a vacation home works for spring training

Baseball trips are often groups: families, friends or a whole fantasy league. A home gives everyone their own room, a kitchen for game-day breakfasts and a pool to recover in after a long sunny afternoon. Spring training weeks are among the busiest of the year, so book your stay well ahead.

Sources checked November 4, 2026: Stadium Journey 2026 Cactus League ballpark ranking, Cactus League 2026 schedule and map. Team assignments can change, so confirm with the Cactus League and each team before you buy tickets.