Balboa Stadium
San Diego, CA
1418-1570 Russ Boulevard 92101
VENUE GUIDE
Balboa Stadium
Plan more than your event at Balboa Stadium. Jump to our Your Opening Act or Your Encore lower on this same venue page.
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Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Balboa Stadium
Make the event easier by staying close to Balboa Stadium and the surrounding San Diego area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
WorldMark San Diego - Balboa Park
0.2 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (738 reviews)
Somerset Hotel
0.3 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.4 (92 reviews)
Best Western Downtown San Diego
0.4 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.2 (397 reviews)
Baymont by Wyndham San Diego Downtown
0.4 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.5 (1,330 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Balboa Stadium & the Area
Balboa Stadium is an event venue in San Diego, CA. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Balboa Stadium for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Del Taco
0.3 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Balboa Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 3.6 (1,804 reviews)
Burger King
0.3 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.6 (843 reviews)
Bruegger's Bagels
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Balboa Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (258 reviews)
Rey De Reyes Cocina And Seafood
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Balboa Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (29 reviews)
Jack in the Box
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Balboa Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 3.5 (2,598 reviews)
Subway
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (337 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Chee-Chee Club
0.5 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (168 reviews)
Kamon Craft Cocktail Bar
0.6 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (228 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
McDonald's
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.6 (4,201 reviews)
Cafecito on Park
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
MIO + TUO cafe
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (316 reviews)
Influx Cafe
0.4 mi from the venue
Coffee near Balboa Stadium for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (483 reviews)
Achilles Coffee Roasters @ The Rey
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (278 reviews)
Kind Corner
0.5 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (134 reviews)
Museums
San Diego Automotive Museum
0.5 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (2,133 reviews)
House of England
0.6 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before Balboa Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (19 reviews)
House of the Philippines
0.6 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (11 reviews)
Space Center-Balboa Park
0.7 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (19 reviews)
Attractions
Balboa Park Administration
0.4 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (50 reviews)
Inspiration Point
0.4 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Balboa Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (284 reviews)
The San Diego Veterans Museum
0.4 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (295 reviews)
San Diego Air & Space Museum
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (6,129 reviews)
WorldBeat Cultural Center
0.5 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Balboa Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (501 reviews)
Comic-Con Museum
0.5 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (1,379 reviews)
Shopping
Positive Phee
0.5 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (49 reviews)
Seaport Village | Lighthouse District
1.3 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (25 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Balboa Stadium. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Del Taco
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Balboa Stadium.
Today: 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 3.6 (1,804 reviews)
Burger King
0.3 mi from the venue
Food near Balboa Stadium for after the show or game.
Today: 6:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.6 (843 reviews)
Jack in the Box
0.3 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 4:30 AM – 3:30 AM
Google Maps rating: 3.5 (2,598 reviews)
Subway
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (337 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Chee-Chee Club
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (168 reviews)
Kamon Craft Cocktail Bar
0.6 mi from the venue
Drinks near Balboa Stadium after the show or game.
Today: 5:30 – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (228 reviews)
Getting to Balboa Stadium
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Balboa Stadium in San Diego, CA. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • San Diego MTS serves the San Diego metro. Check the transit agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near Balboa Stadium.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Balboa Stadium hosts major game-day and event traffic. Official lots, prepaid passes, opening times, ADA parking and road restrictions can vary by team, opponent or event. Check the venue's official event guide and your ticket/parking instructions before arrival.
TAILGATING
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Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at Balboa Stadium have not been venue-verified. Policies can differ by team and event. Check the venue's official event-day rules before arrival.
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