Step Inside: Comerica Park – Home of the Detroit Tigers

Home of the Detroit Tigers

Comerica Park is located in downtown Detroit, Michigan in the District Detroit section of the city. It is not far from other local arenas, like Little Caesars Arena, home of the NHL’s Detroit Red Wings and the NBA’s Detroit Pistons, and Ford Field, home of the NFL’s Detroit Lions. Comerica Park has been the home of the Tigers since 2000, replacing Tiger Stadium. It sits on the original site of the Detroit College of Law.

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Comerica Park History

Comerica Park was built at the same time as Ford Field as a part of a revitalization project for downtown Detroit. Comerica Park sits near the Fox Theatre, as well as St. John Episcopal Church and Central United Methodist Church, two historic downtown churches. The first game held at Comerica Park was on April 11, 2000. Outside of the front gate is a huge statue of a tiger that welcomes fans. Once you step inside the stadium, you’ll find exhibits showing the history of the Tigers’ franchise, including memorabilia from MLB hall of fame players like Ty Cobb and Hank Greenberg, and a statue of longtime announcer Ernie Harwell.

On the left-field concourse, there are plaques for players who have their numbers retired by the team and a statue of Cobb. Over the years, LED scoreboards and video displays have been added. The stadium’s dimensions were changed in 2003, bringing in the left-center field wall 25 feet. In 2014, a $4-million renovation at the Pepsi Porch added over 400 seats to the ballpark.

Comerica Park has hosted many events, including the Hockeytown Winter Festival in December 2013 to coincide with the Winter Classic at the University of Michigan Stadium. A public ice skating rink was placed inside the stadium for fans to enjoy. Comerica Park has also hosted two soccer matches, a 2017 contest between Paris Saint-Germain and Roma in the International Champions Cup and a 2023 match between Sevilla and Crystal Palace for the Motor City Cup.

The stadium is a popular concert venue as well, hosting acts like P!nk, Elton John, Chris Stapleton, Billy Joel, Eminem, Rihanna, The Rolling Stones, and more.

Parking and Admission at Comerica Park

Fans can pre-book parking passes through ParkWhiz for different lots near the stadium. There are also many parking lots surrounding the stadium that are open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis. Tailgating is not allowed outside Comerica Park. There are reserved parking spaces for Luxury Suites, On-Deck Circle, Club Seat, and regular season ticket holders.

You can take the Q-Line Detroit streetcar to the stadium, as it runs along Woodward Avenue. You can also take the SMART or DDOT bus to Comerica Park.

Comerica Park Bag Policy

Single-compartment bags, wallets, and clutches that measure less than 4” x 6” x 1.5” are permitted. Bags larger than that are prohibited. Authorized diaper and medical bags must be smaller than 16” x 16” x 8”. No knives or weapons are allowed in the ballpark and fans are not allowed to enter the stadium through the Beer Hall.

Comerica Park Capacity & Seating Options

Comerica Park’s capacity sits at 41,083. There are seats on the lower level and upper level of the stadium. There are seats surrounding the field around the stadium except for centerfield. The VIP and premium seating experiences are vast at Comerica Park. Fans can choose a package for a luxury suite for a quarter of the season, half of the season, or a full season. A luxury suite includes three parking passes, a suite attendant, gourmet food and beverage catering options, the opportunity to watch batting practice before games, and more.

The Jim Beam Champions Club seats can be rented out for a single game or partial or full season packages. These have all-inclusive food, house wine and beer, non-alcoholic beverages, a private bar, historic Tigers memorabilia, private bathrooms, and more.

There are also Diamond Suites, Home Plate Suites, Legend Suites, and Party Suites located around the stadium. Rentals include at least 20 tickets, up to three parking passes, catering, and private bathrooms. Those are available game-by-game and can range from $3,000 to nearly $9,000.

What are the best seats at Comerica Park?

The best seats at Comerica Park vary depending on the event and personal preferences. Check out Comerica Park seating charts and find your favorite seat today.

Food & Beverage Options at Comerica Park

Comerica Park is a cashless venue and accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover cards. Mobile ordering is also available for Sections 115, 137, 217, and 334. You can get hot dogs, peanuts, and popcorn at almost any concession stand in the stadium. There are specialty stands that have a variety of foods, such as Impossible burgers, chili fries, sliders, soft tacos, chicken sandwiches, bratwurst, kale salads, and more.

You’ll find a wide array of domestic and Michigan craft beers as well as daiquiris, hard seltzers, and bottled non-alcoholic beverages like soda and water. For those cold Detroit nights, Comerica Park has hot chocolate at many stands around the stadium.