Upcoming events at Citi Field
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The seat call at Citi Field
For most New York Mets games, the best balance of view and cost is the Excelsior Level (the 300s) between the bases. It sits high enough to show every play unfolding and low enough to follow the ball. If price is the priority, choose the lower Promenade, the 400s, on the infield, and treat the 500s as a price play rather than a view. If money is no object, the Field Level from about section 114 to section 121, behind home plate, is the prime real estate.
The ballpark is an uncovered, 41,922-seat building in Queens, set in the park land of Flushing Meadows–Corona Park right next to where Shea Stadium used to stand. Subway and commuter trains both arrive a few steps away. Baseball runs from the end of March or start of April until late September, and longer if the Mets reach the playoffs.
Field, Excelsior, Promenade: matching level to budget
Ballparks of Baseball describes three decks that start at the right-field pole, swing behind the plate and end in left-center, with about 42 percent of all seats on the bottom deck. Each level has its own number block, per the Mets' ballpark guide:
- Field Level (100s): closest to the action. Section numbers start on the first-base side and rise as you move around toward third and the left-field corner. Sections 114 and 121, where the Hyundai Club has its two entrances, mark the edges of the home-plate zone, and the 1,600-seat Delta Sky360 Club fills the premium rows from one dugout to the other.
- Excelsior (300s): the value sweet spot in the middle. Look for the Heineken Diamond Lounge behind the plate and a bar on each side, near 312 down the first-base line and near 327 down the third-base line.
- Promenade (400s and 500s): the top deck, in two bands: 401–437 in front and 501–538 behind and above. Its home-plate club carries the Hudson Whiskey NY name.
The 400 versus 500 distinction matters. Both are labeled Promenade, but the 500s are the highest seats in the ballpark. When two listings look similar in price, the 400 on the infield is almost always the better seat.
Outfield and social seating
- Coca-Cola Corner: originally the Pepsi Porch, it hangs out over the field in right. Walk the ramp that starts at section 306 on the Excelsior Level.
- The Porch (334–339): there is one way up, the elevator at section 334. Like the Corner, it suits groups and anyone who wants home runs heading their way.
- Near center field: the kids' Fan Fest zone is open from the moment gates open until the seventh inning begins, so nearby seats work well for families.
Look for the Shea Bridge crossing above the outfield seats and the big apple that pops up in center whenever a Mets player goes deep.
Angles, poles and high rows to think about
- Deep corners and far outfield: these seats point away from the plate, so expect a stiff neck by the late innings.
- Rows near the foul poles: Citi Field's orange foul poles, the only orange ones in the majors, can sit squarely in your sightline from nearby rows. Look up a view from the exact section first.
- High 500s: fine for the atmosphere and the price, but distant for anyone who wants to see pitch movement.
Concert layouts depend on the tour, so rely on the map attached to the event. On the baseball side, the hardest tickets are Opening Day, Subway Series games with the Yankees, July and August weekends and any playoff game. Reserved Seat backs every order with a 100% guarantee.
Backpacks, coolers and gates
Citi Field does not require clear bags, but for 2026 it turns away backpacks, with one exception: a completely transparent backpack without concealed pockets.
- Permitted: a purse, tote, messenger bag, drawstring bag or diaper bag (other than a backpack style), if it measures 16 by 16 by 8 inches or less.
- Coolers: a small soft cooler is welcome. Leave hard coolers, glass bottles and cans at home.
- Gates: doors open an hour and a half before the first pitch. Most fans enter through the Jackie Robinson Rotunda. All entrances are accessible, and guests who need elevators can also use the gates named for Hodges, Seaver and Stengel, on the first-base, third-base and left-field sides. For accessible seating requests, contact the team's Accessibility Services office.
- Payment: cards and phones only; cash-to-card machines are by section 114 and just outside the Rotunda.
- Leaving: no re-entry without prior approval.
- Smoking: banned throughout.
Rules can shift by season and by event, so confirm in the Mets ballpark guide before you go.
Subway, LIRR and the parking lots
Ride the 7 subway to its Mets–Willets Point stop and you are a short walk from the gates. The Long Island Rail Road's Port Washington Branch shares the station name, and since April 2023 its trains have stopped there all day, twice an hour each way, not just on game days.
For drivers, as of the 2026 season:
- Closest lots: Orange Reserved plus Lots F and G, which open two and a half hours ahead of the event.
- Prepaid parking: buy from the Mets in advance, especially for a sellout.
- Overflow: remote lots including Southfield/Commuter and Stadium View West, with Marina West opening only for special events.
- Rideshare: pickups are in the Stadium View East lot.
Alcohol is illegal on the surrounding sidewalks and in the lots, and the lots have no trash cans, so bring a bag for your garbage.
Eating and exploring
Food is a reason to come early. The center-field food court, Taste of the City, is anchored by Shake Shack, and a spot called Taste of Queens, close to Fan Fest, hosts a rotating pair of borough restaurants. If you keep kosher, look for stands by Fan Fest and at sections 119 and 408, open Sundays through Thursdays. Stands stop pouring alcohol once the seventh inning ends.
- Team museum: the Mets Hall of Fame and Museum, beside the Rotunda toward first base, displays the championship trophies from 1969 and 1986.
- Kids Club: open on game days up at section 431.
- Family restrooms: two have adult changing tables, one behind section 312 and one behind section 420.
Shea's successor, in brief
Opening night came on April 13, 2009, with the San Diego Padres in town; Citigroup bought the name. Jackie Robinson's nine values are engraved in the Rotunda floor, and outside, Shea's old home run apple sits on Mets Plaza by the statue of Tom Seaver. The outfield walls were pulled in twice, ahead of 2012 and again ahead of 2014; dead center is now 408 feet.
Its biggest nights include the 2013 All-Star Game, World Series games in 2015 and an outdoor NHL Winter Classic in 2018 (Rangers vs. Sabres). Paul McCartney christened it as a concert venue in July 2009. Since 2022, New York City FC has played some home matches here while its own stadium, Etihad Park, is built across the street for a planned 2027 opening. And yes, there is a purple Grimace seat, added in 2024: section 302, row 6, seat 12.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the 400s and 500s at Citi Field?
Both are on the Promenade Level, but sections 501 to 538 sit above sections 401 to 437 and are the highest seats in the park. A 400-level infield seat is usually the better view for a similar price.
Which level gives the best value at Citi Field?
The middle deck. An Excelsior infield seat shows the entire field yet still keeps you near enough to track the ball.
How do I get to The Porch at Citi Field?
Take the elevator at section 334; it is the only route to sections 334 through 339.
Are backpacks allowed at Citi Field?
As of the 2026 season, only fully clear backpacks with no hidden pockets. Other bags are allowed within 16 by 16 by 8 inches. Rules change, so check the team's guide.
Does the LIRR stop at Citi Field on non-game days?
Yes. Since April 2023, trains have served the station all day, roughly twice an hour in each direction.
How many people does Citi Field hold?
The baseball capacity is 41,922, up slightly from the 41,800 it held from 2009 through 2011.