Oakland Coliseum has changed names more times than one could count over the years. The stadium is currently known as RingCentral Coliseum. But to Oakland Athletics fans, it will forever be known as “The Coliseum”. Many consider Oakland Coliseum to be the worst and most outdated stadium in Major League Baseball. Nevertheless, the stadium has a ton of history, and a passionate fan base that help provide a much different experience than what can be found at Oracle Park across the bay. Our staff wanted to provide a thorough breakdown of the Oakland Coliseum seating chart to help baseball fans decide where to sit before purchasing their Oakland Athletics tickets.
Where To Sit At Oakland Coliseum
Oakland Coliseum is a much more comfortable stadium for football. Now that the Oakland Athletics are the only tenant, the team will be able to do much more to accommodate baseball fans with additions like The Treehouse (see below). The core seating areas at Oakland Coliseum include the field level (lower level), plaza level (middle level), and view level (upper level). We’ll begin by discussing the field level seats.
Field Level (Lower Level)
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The field level seats at Oakland Coliseum consist of sections 101 through 150. The number of rows for the field level sections will greatly vary. Row 38 is the last row in most field level sections.
The Oakland Athletics' dugout is located in front of sections 120, 121, and 122. The visiting team's dugout is located in front of sections 112, 113, and 114. The Oakland Athletics' bullpen is located in front of sections 127 and 128. The visiting team's bullpen at Oakland Coliseum is located in front of sections 105 and 106.
The field level seats are set at many different price points including the following.
- Mechanic Bank Diamond Seats
- Field Box
- MVP Infield
- MVP
- Field Infield
- Lower Box
- Field Reserved
- Bleachers
Bleacher Seats
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The bleacher seats at Oakland Coliseum consist of sections 134 through 139 (left field), and 145 through 150 (right field). The number of rows for the bleacher sections will vary, but are typically numbered 27 through 46.
The bleachers are where you’ll find the most rowdy Oakland A’s fans, and are the best sections for catching home runs at Oakland Coliseum.
Plaza Level (Middle Level)
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The plaza level seats at Oakland Coliseum consist of sections 200 through 234. The rows for most plaza level sections are numbered 1 through 18.
View Level (Upper Level)
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The view level seats at Oakland Coliseum consist of sections 300 through 334. The rows for most view level sections are numbered 1 through 17.
Oakland Coliseum's upper level offers the most affordable tickets for Oakland Athletics' home games.
Lounge Seats
The lounge seats are located behind the visitor’s dugout on the first base side (section 113 walkway).The perks for the lounge seats at Oakland Coliseum include the following.
- Comfortable theater-style lounge chairs with additional leg room
- In-seat waiter service
- Complimentary VIP parking (season ticket holders)
The Terrace
The terrace seats are located above the section 121 walkway, and the Oakland Athletics’ dugout. The perks for the terrace seats at Oakland Coliseum include the following.
- Tabled seating for between 2 and 4 guests
- Complimentary VIP parking (season ticket holders)
- In-seat waiter service
Coppola Theater Boxes
The Coppola Theater Box seats at Oakland Coliseum consist of the back part of sections 116 and 118 near the main concourse. The Coppola Theater Boxes are open air boxes with seating for between 4 and 6 guests. Guests will receive their own television monitor, comfortable ergonomic seating, and complimentary VIP parking (season ticket holders only).
Budweiser Hero Deck
The Budweiser Hero Deck is a group party area located in sections 101 and 102 near the right field foul pole. The area has a capacity of 110 guests. The perks for the Budweiser Hero Deck at Oakland Coliseum include the following.
- All-inclusive buffet food and soft drinks
- Tabled seating for between 2 and 4 guests
Golden Road Landing
The Golden Road Landing is a group party area located in sections 131, 132, and 133, and can accommodate up to 250 guests. The area provides guests with an all-inclusive buffet, drink rails, and seating.
Dugout Seats
The dugout seats are the most exclusive premium seating option at Oakland Coliseum, and provide baseball fans with the following perks.
- Located on the dugout walkway with the Oakland Athletics players, and near the on-deck circle
- All-inclusive food and soft drinks
- In-seat waiter service
- Personal concierge service
- Private parking in the Diamond Level Lot
- Seats are accessible via the visiting team’s tunnel
- Drink rail seating with a view of the field
Mechanic Bank Diamond Seats
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The Mechanic Bank Diamond seats are located directly behind home plate, and have five rows of seating.
The perks for the Mechanic Bank Diamond seats at Oakland Coliseum include the following.
- Private parking in the Diamond Level lot
- All-inclusive food and soft drinks
- In-seat waiter service
- Two complimentary alcoholic beverages
- Seats are accessible via the visiting team’s tunnel
- Comfortable padded seats
Field Box Seats
The field box seats are located on the playing field, and adjacent to both the home team and visiting team’s dugout. The perks for the field box seats at Oakland Coliseum include the following.
- Complimentary peanuts and cracker jacks
- Two complimentary beverages; soft drinks or alcoholic beverages
- Parking for the Field Box Lot included
- Seats are in close proximity to each team’s bullpen
The Treehouse
The Treehouse is a social area located above Oakland Coliseum’s left field bleachers. The 10,000 square foot area features a standing room only area, two full service bars, upscale lounge seating, a television wall, pre and post game shows by NBC Sports California, foosball tables, pool tables, and ping pong tables. Within The Treehouse, guests will have access to three distinct areas including Don Julio Deck, Bulleit Bar, and a standing room only area on a redwood deck with drink rails.
The Treehouse is open to all ticketed fans and can be accessed via Gates LL and MM. The area is perfect for the baseball fans that want to both enjoy parts of the game while socializing with other fans.
Luxury Suites
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Oakland Coliseum offers many different luxury suite options including the following.
- Owner's Suite
- President's Suite
- Executive Suite
- Left Field Loft
- Club Infield Suite
- Westside Loge Suite
- Eastside Suite
- Mini Suite
Owner’s Suite
The Owner’s Suite is the most luxurious suite option at Oakland Coliseum, and provides guests with the following perks.
- Tickets for up to 36 guests
- All-inclusive food, soft drinks, beer, and wine
- 12 VIP parking passes for guests
- Access to a furnished suite with flat-screen HD televisions
President’s Suite
The President’s Suite is located above first base, and adjacent to the Owner’s Suite. The perks for the President’s Suite at Oakland Coliseum include the following.
- Tickets for up to 30 guests
- All-inclusive beer, wine, and soft drinks
- 10 VIP parking passes for guests
- Access to a furnished suite with flat-screen HD televisions
Executive Suite
The Executive Suite is the newest suite option at Oakland Coliseum. The perks for the Executive Suite at Oakland Coliseum include the following.
- Tickets for up to 24 guests
- All-inclusive food and soft drinks
- 4 parking passes for guests
- Access to the field before the game
- Located behind home plate
- Comfortable leather seats with additional leg room
Left Field Loft
The Left Field Loft is ideal for businesses that wish to provide a luxury suite experience for a large group of clients or guests. The Left Field Loft is the largest suite option available for Oakland Athletics home games. The perks for the Left Field Loft at Oakland Coliseum include the following.
- Tickets for between 50 and 100 guests
- 10 VIP parking passes for every 50 guests
- All-inclusive food and soft drinks
Club Infield Suites
The Club Infield Suites are located in the immediate infield. The perks for the Club Infield Suites at Oakland Coliseum include the following.
- Complimentary copies of the Athletics Magazine available at the concierge
- Tickets for between 14 and 20 guests
- Between 3 and 4 parking passes for guests
- Complimentary scoreboard message recognizing your group
Westside Loge Suites
The Westside Loge Suites are located down the first and third baselines of Oakland Coliseum. The perks for the Westside Loge Suites at Oakland Coliseum include the following.
- Tickets for between 12 and 18 guests
- Complimentary scoreboard message recognizing your group
- Between 2 and 3 parking passes for guests
Eastside Suites
The Eastside Suites are located in the Eastside Club, and provide an excellent view of the field from the left to right-center. The perks for the Eastside Suites at Oakland Coliseum include the following.
- Tickets for between 18 and 24 guests
- Access to a furnished and climate-controlled suite
- Private restrooms
- Flat-screen HD televisions
- Complimentary scoreboard message recognizing your group
- Between 3 and 4 parking passes for guests
- Complimentary copies of the Athletics Magazine available at the concierge
Mini Suites
The Mini Suites are located on both the Westside and Eastside of Oakland Coliseum, and are the most family friendly suite option. The perks for the Mini Suites at Oakland Coliseum include the following.
- Tickets for between 5 and 11 guests
- Complimentary scoreboard message recognizing your group
- Complimentary copies of the Athletics Magazine available at the concierge
Shibe Park Tavern
Shibe Park Tavern is a pub inside Oakland Coliseum that pays homage to the old Philadelphia Athletics baseball team. In fact, the tavern features brick from the structure of the old Shibe Park baseball stadium in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Shibe Park Tavern is located at the site of the former Westside Club, and offers the best beer selection at Oakland Coliseum.
Season Tickets
To learn more about becoming a season ticket holder for the Oakland Athletics, please visit MLB.com. The Oakland Athletics offer some of the most affordable season ticket packages in Major League Baseball.
The Oakland Athletics are aggressively trying to build a new home stadium for the team. Check out Oakland Coliseum while you still can.
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