Shaded Seats at LoanDepot Park

What You Need to Know About Shade at LoanDepot Park

Thanks to the retractable roof and thoughtful design of LoanDepot Park, there are places that stay shaded or comfortable for most of the game.

When Marlins home games have the roof open, which is common in nice weather, the sun sweeps across the field in a way that favors fans on the first-base side, while seats down the third-base line and in left field see sun for longer.

The good news is tickets are widely available at most games, so you shouldn’t have any issues choosing the right seat.

The Best Sections for Shade: Stay on 1st Base

When the roof is open, stay on the first-base side. The stadium faces southeast so the sun will track across third base which leaves the first-base side protected for most of the game.

• Top Rows of Field-Level (Sections 3 – 17, Upper Rows): Reddit users specifically note that these upper rows tend to be shaded, making them a solid compromise between comfort and being close to the action.
• Field-Level Right Field (Sections 34 – 40): If you want closer seats but still shade, the back rows of these sections near right field get cover from the overhang and often have the sun at your back as the game progresses.
• The Upper 300 Level on the 1st Base Side (Sections 303 – 310): One of the most reliably shaded spots when the roof is open. These sections benefit from the roof structure and typically stay out of the sun for most or all of the game. Just try and stay on the upper rows for more shade during the entire game
• Sections 203 – 219): These mid-tier shaded seats are also mentioned by fans as offering a comfortable break from the sun without going too high up in the stadium.

While the roof can be opened for clear weather, it’s very rarely open on hot, humid summer afternoons precisely because cooler air inside is preferable. Shade plans may depend on that game’s roof status more than the time on the schedule. Check the team’s social media or website for the most up-to-date information on the status of the roof for your particular game.