Progressive Field
📅 Upcoming Shows & Schedule
Across September 2026, Progressive Field hosts 9 scheduled performances, spanning live music, touring theatre, and comedy. Featured headliners include Cleveland Guardians, Chicago White Sox, and Athletics. Ticket prices currently range from $15.77 for entry-level access up to $38 for premium seating depending on the production.
📍 Area & Accommodation
Upcoming Events at Progressive Field
Cleveland Guardians
22:40
Cleveland Guardians
17:10
Athletics
TBA
Athletics
TBA
Cleveland Guardians
17:40
Athletics
TBA
About Progressive Field: Layout, History & Architecture
Progressive Field, originally opened as Jacobs Field in 1994, is a postmodern baseball stadium designed by HOK Sport (now Populous). Its architectural style blends a traditional "retro-classic" ballpark aesthetic—characterized by exposed steel, brick facades, and dark green seating—with contemporary amenities. The venue features a primary configuration of fixed, tiered seating that encircles the playing field, offering varying perspectives from the lower bowl to the upper decks. With a capacity typically around 34,830 for baseball, this layout provides clear sightlines across the diamond from most fixed seats. For large-scale concerts or non-sporting events, a stage is typically erected on the playing field, with temporary standing room or additional seating at field level, and existing stadium seats utilized for elevated views. As an open-air facility, the acoustics are subject to environmental factors; sound for performances relies heavily on robust PA systems, and natural sound dissipation is a defining characteristic rather than internal resonance.
The Live Experience & Current Schedule
Entering the stadium typically involves navigating one of several clearly marked gates positioned around the perimeter, with the most frequented entrances situated on Ontario Street and Carnegie Avenue. Beyond security checks, attendees are directed onto wide concourses that host numerous concession stands, food vendors, and bars distributed across all seating levels, minimizing bottlenecks for refreshments. For concerts, the dynamic shifts from the regular baseball setup; the field floor transforms into a direct viewing area, offering immediate proximity to the stage for those with standing access, while the permanent tiered seating provides expansive, albeit more distant, sightlines. The crowd atmosphere, whether for a sporting event or a major concert, is generally energetic and engaged, facilitated by the open design. With 9 live performances scheduled, upcoming entry prices start from $15.77. The next confirmed event on the calendar is on 14th September 2026.
Travel & Arrival Logistics
Rail & Mainline Connections
The nearest major transit hub is Tower City Center, served by Cleveland RTA's Red, Blue, and Green lines (heavy and light rail). The stadium is an approximate 8-minute walk southeast from Tower City Center. Exit the station onto Huron Road East, proceed east for three blocks, then turn south onto Ontario Street, with the ballpark entrance visible on your left.
Bus & Local Transit
Numerous Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (RTA) bus routes serve downtown Cleveland with stops within a few blocks of Progressive Field. Key routes run along Ontario Street, Prospect Avenue, and Carnegie Avenue, offering connections from various parts of the city. The HealthLine Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) also has stops within a 10-minute walk south down Euclid Avenue.
Parking & Vehicle Access
A range of paid parking options exists within a 10-minute radius. The Gateway East Garage, directly adjacent to the stadium (shared with Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse), offers covered parking but fills quickly and can experience significant post-event congestion. Other notable options include the Progressive Field Parking Garage on Eagle Avenue and several surface lots along Ontario Street, Prospect Avenue, and Carnegie Avenue. Fees are elevated on event days, and advanced booking via third-party parking apps or the stadium's official parking portal is highly advisable to secure a space and potentially mitigate entry delays.
Entry, Queues & Security
Entry gates are located strategically around the stadium perimeter, including Gate A on Carnegie Avenue, and Gates B and C on Ontario Street. Bag search policies are strict, typically allowing only clear bags of specific dimensions; opaque bags or backpacks are generally prohibited. It is recommended to arrive at least 45 minutes to an hour before the scheduled start time of any event to allow sufficient time for security checks and navigation to seating areas, particularly for high-attendance games or concerts.