Plan a Trip when Traveling with Disabilities

General Advice

Ballpark Travel knows that sometimes it's hard to find all the information needed to have the best time possible at a game, and so we've put together the links with ballpark-specific information. Please let us know if any ballparks are not helpful, or if any went above and beyond your expectations. We've assembled it for you below and try to keep it up to date, but just in case: most team websites have info about disabled access. From the main team page, click on the link for the Ballpark, then A-Z Guide. If it isn't a specific link on the left, then try 'Access' or 'Disabled'.

Disabled/Wheelchair Seating: Guests in need of a wheelchair can make their request at any of the Fan Accommodation Stations near Gapper's Alley. For seating call tickets.com (513) 381-REDS or call 877-647-REDS (7337)

Team	Ballpark Team Information
Arizona Diamondbacks	The Diamondbacks now have an accessible seating program A.S.K., which seems to be of benefit particularly to local fans, but call their Disability Services Representative for additional information, 602.462.6163. The Disability Hotline is 602.379-2083, or email gdalrymple@phxses.com.
Atlanta Braves	Turner Field provides services and amenities specifically for the disabled fan. These include disabled parking, elevators and escalators, courtesy rides, wheelchair seating, accessible restrooms, signage in Braille, lowered concession counters and drinking fountains, TTY/TDD services, and assisted listening devices. For further information, including ticket availability and pricing, please call 404-614-1326. The Braves have produced a separate Access Guide for guests with disabilities. Copies are available at Guest Relations on the Field Level (Aisle 146) and on the Upper Level (Aisles 420 & 435) as well as at the ticket windows. The Access Guides are also available by writing to the Braves, by calling the Switchboard (404-522-7630) or online at www.atlantabraves.com.
Baltimore Orioles	Link to Ballpark Information. The Orioles provides accessible seating at almost all levels, with assistance for getting to and from your vehicle to your seats. Call the Customer Service rep 888-848-BIRD to purchase tickets and coordinate drop-off schedules.
Boston Red Sox	Link for accessibility information. Fans with ambulatory, vidual or auditory disabilities are encouraged. They provide assistive listening devices, wheelchair access at all gates, and special seating for visually impaired. Purchase tickets either by telephone from the Red Sox Ticket Office at 877-RED-SOX9 (877-733-7699) or 617-267-1700 or in person at the Red Sox Ticket Office. The Red Sox Ticket Office is located at 4 Yawkey Way, Boston, MA 02215-3496 and is open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m to 5 p.m. All tickets for fans with disabilities must be purchased 72 hours in advance.
Chi Cubs	The Cubs now have a program to provide access to fans with disabilities, with seating and parking assistance. Tickets for wheelchair seating may be purchased in advance by calling the Cubs' ticket office at (773) 404-4107, or Tickets.com at (866) 652-2827 (out of state) or (800) 847-2827 (in state).
Chi White Sox	Link to Ballpark Information
Cincinnati Reds	Link to Ballpark Information
Cleveland Indians	Technically they have a program but provide little information on their website. There are accessible seats in most areas, and call to order tickets, specifying this need. Phone: 216.420.4487. TDD: 888.331.6774
Colorado Rockies	Even if the game is sold out, they may still have accessible seating tickets for sale. From their website "The disabled drop-off area is located across from Gate B at 22nd and Blake Streets. From Interstate 25, exit Park Avenue West to Market Street, turn left on Market Street and left on 23rd/Park Avenue. Drop off will be on the right before 22nd Street." Also, check their Ballpark A-Z guide under Parking:
Detroit Tigers	Check the Ballpark A-Z guide under Special needs Wheelchair and Hearing Impaired:
Florida Marlins	Guests with Disabilities who wish to attend Marlins games are offered seating with wheelchair access. Contact the Marlins ticket office at (305) 626-7426 for more information. Parking is also available and access may be obtained by calling the same number.
Houston Astros	Services for Guests with Disabilities Fans with disabilities can request a full range of services and accomodations. Call for more information: (713) 259-8500
Kansas City Royals	Link to BallPark Information, Call800-6-ROYALS for more information.
Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim	Ballpark Information Link. Call (714) 634-2000 for more information and to arrange accomodations.
Los Angeles Dodgers	The Dodgers provide wheelchair seating, escorts, parking (Sections B,G,N.P, you will be directed by attendants), assisted hearing devices (through the Guest Relations Office on the Club Level). Basically first come-first served.
Milwaukee Brewers	Call their Guest Relations Center at (414) 902-4900 to make accomodations for seating, listening devices, escorts, etc. . Link to ballpark information (and TTY lines)
Minnesota Twins	Call Guest Services: (612) 375-7491, or try (612) 375-1366. They don't list anything on the website.
NY Mets	Link to information. Currently they offer some sections with limited amount of seating for disabled fans, parking and escorts. Call 718-565-4360. for more information. I'm certain they'll have more in the new ballpark.
NY Yankees	Link to ballpark information The Yankees are making every effort to accomodate fans in the aging park, and the new park will be state-of-the-art accessibility. The amount of information provided in website linked here is testimony to that commitment. They aren't always the dark empire!
Oakland Athletics	Link to ballpark informationThe A's provide a full set of services to fans with all kinds of disabilities. For more information, contact rduran@oaklandathletics.com or call 510.638-4900, ext 2820.
Philadelphia Phillies	Link to ballpark informationFor more information call 215-463-1000 , TDD: 215-463-2998
Pittsburgh Pirates	Click on this link and look for keywords: Call 412) 321-BUCS for additional information.
St. Louis Cardinals	We could find no information on the Cardinals website regarding disabled access (as of August 14, 2008). However, fans can call (314) 345-9000 to request special seating and other accomodations. Or, if you click on a green Purchase Tickets button, at the bottom of the menu is a blue button for requesting accessible seating, and you can email them a form. A representative will contact you.
San Diego Padres	Guests can call (619)795-5304 to request accomodations. Link to complete ballpark information. They also provide special wheelchair access during batting practice (no autographs guaranteed!).
SF Giants	Link to ballpark information, or call 877-4SFGTIX to order tickets for accessible seating.
Seattle Mariners	Link to complete ballpark information
Tampa Bay Rays	Three parking lots (1, 6A and 7A) offer disabled parking spaces just outside the gates, with the majority of the spaces located in Lots 6A and 7A. In addition, gates 3, 4 and 5 are on Tropicana Drive directly across 16th Street from Lot 1, which accommodates fans who prefer to be dropped off just yards from an entrance. To order tickets, call 727-898-RAYS or find a small gray button on the tickets menu to fill out a form and be contacted by a representative.
Texas Rangers	Wheelchair Seating: There are in excess of 475 spaces for wheelchairs in Ameriquest Field in Arlington, and they are located throughout the ballpark in all seating areas. In addition, spaces are included to allow fans in wheelchairs to sit with friends or family members. There is also access to specially designed restrooms, ticket windows, and concession stands.
Toronto Blue Jays	Click on here for the BallPark A-Z guide. Call 416-341-1234 to order seats.
Washington Nationals	Whereas in the old park, there was no information for disabled fans, the new park is committed, so just Click here for complete information.