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Globe Life Field - home of Texas Rangers in Arlington, TX
MLB

Globe Life FieldArlington, Texas

Texas Rangers

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Capacity
40,300
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Conference
AL West
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Opened
2020
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Surface
Shaw Sports B1K synthetic turf (artificial)

📖About Globe Life Field

Globe Life Field opened in 2020 as the home of the Texas Rangers in Arlington, Texas, with a capacity of 40,300. The $1.1 billion stadium was designed by HKS, Inc. and features a retractable roof — the largest single-panel operable roof in the world — with 223 ETFE clear panels and Shaw Sports B1K synthetic turf. It hosted the 2020 World Series as a neutral site and the 2024 MLB All-Star Game. Globe Life and Accident Insurance Company holds naming rights through 2048.

🏛️Globe Life Field History

Origins

Built next to the former Globe Life Park to provide Rangers fans with a climate-controlled environment to escape the brutal Texas summer heat.

Major Renovations

2024Updated the "Texas Rangers Hall of Fame" and added new premium lounge spaces at field level.

Notable Moments

Oct 2020Hosted the first-ever neutral-site World Series during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Nov 3, 2023The Rangers celebrate their first World Series title with a massive parade at the complex.

🎟️Visiting Globe Life Field

Best Seats

The "Home Plate Club" offers some of the best luxury amenities in baseball. For families, the lower level seats in right field provide great views of the massive "Big Hoss" scoreboard.

Parking Tips

Texas Live! provides plenty of parking and entertainment options, but book ahead on the MLB Ballpark app. Expect traffic from the nearby AT&T Stadium (Cowboys) during shared events.

Game Day

Visit Texas Live! before the game. Try the "Boomstick" (a 2-foot hot dog) and enjoy the AC while watching the Rangers celebrate with the "Ranger Captain" mascot.

🗺️Local Recommendations

🍺Bars & Drinks

Texas Live! - Sports & Social

$$

Massive watch-party venue with giant screens and a rowdy Rangers crowd.

📍 0.4 miles1650 E Randol Mill Rd

💡 Arrive early to grab a table—lines can wrap the block.

PBR Texas

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Country bar inside Texas Live! with live music and a mechanical bull.

📍 0.4 miles1650 E Randol Mill Rd

💡 Great postgame spot if you want live music nearby.

J. Gilligan’s Bar & Grill

$$

Longtime Arlington favorite known for Irish nachos and a local vibe.

📍 2.1 miles400 E Abram St

💡 Take their game-day shuttle to avoid parking hassles.

🍽️Restaurants

Lockhart Smokehouse

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Texas Live! BBQ outpost serving brisket, ribs, and smoked sausage.

📍 0.4 miles1650 E Randol Mill Rd

💡 Order the brisket and get in early before the dinner rush.

Hurtado Barbecue

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Arlington favorite with Texas-style smoked meats and tacos.

📍 2.6 miles205 E Front St

💡 Arrive early—popular items often sell out.

Prince Lebanese Grill

$$

Longtime Arlington staple known for shawarma and kebab platters.

📍 1.4 miles502 W Randol Mill Rd

💡 The combo plate is perfect for sharing.

🏨Hotels

Live! by Loews

$$$$

Upscale hotel steps from Globe Life Field and Texas Live!

📍 0.3 miles1600 E Randol Mill Rd

💡 Ask for a stadium-facing room for night-game views.

Loews Arlington Hotel

$$$$

New luxury hotel adjacent to the Rangers and Cowboys stadiums.

📍 0.4 miles888 Nolan Ryan Expy

💡 Book early for big weekend series—rooms go fast.

🎭Attractions

Texas Live!

Free

Dining and entertainment district with bars, restaurants, and live music.

📍 0.4 miles1650 E Randol Mill Rd

💡 Perfect for a pregame hang if you want everything in one spot.

AT&T Stadium

$$

Home of the Dallas Cowboys with tours on non-game days.

📍 0.9 miles1 AT&T Way

💡 Book a tour in advance if you have a free morning.

🅿️Parking Options

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Globe Life Field Official Lots

$20-40
Lot📍 0.2 miles

💡 Prepay through the MLB Ballpark app for the fastest entry.

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Globe Life Field Parking Garage

$25-40
Garage📍 0.3 miles

💡 Use Randol Mill Road for smoother exits.

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Texas Live! Garage

$20-35
Garage📍 0.4 miles

💡 Easy walk through the entertainment district.

Suggest a Tip

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Stadium Rankings

Globe Life Field ranks among the venues tracked on Fan Stamp as the 5th-newest.

Roof TypeRetractable
Learn more on Wikipedia

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Frequently Asked Questions About Globe Life Field

What is the capacity of Globe Life Field?
Globe Life Field has a seating capacity of 40,300.
Where is Globe Life Field located?
Globe Life Field is located in Arlington, TX.
What team plays at Globe Life Field?
Globe Life Field is the home stadium of Texas Rangers in the AL West.
When was Globe Life Field built?
Globe Life Field opened in 2020.
Where are the best seats at Globe Life Field?
The "Home Plate Club" offers some of the best luxury amenities in baseball. For families, the lower level seats in right field provide great views of the massive "Big Hoss" scoreboard.
What are the best parking tips for Globe Life Field?
Texas Live! provides plenty of parking and entertainment options, but book ahead on the MLB Ballpark app. Expect traffic from the nearby AT&T Stadium (Cowboys) during shared events.
What type of surface does Globe Life Field have?
Globe Life Field has a shaw sports b1k synthetic turf (artificial) playing surface.
What stadiums are near Globe Life Field?
The closest stadiums to Globe Life Field are AT&T Stadium (1 mi), Amon G. Carter Stadium (17 mi), Gerald J. Ford Stadium (19 mi), DATCU Stadium (32 mi), Memorial Stadium (76 mi), Ernest Hawkins Field at Memorial Stadium (76 mi).

References

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