Yankee Stadium Bronx, NY: Seating, Capacity, Location & Venue Information

Quick Facts

Information	Details
Address	1 E 161st St, Bronx, NY 10451
Venue type	Outdoor MLB ballpark / open-air concert venue
Baseball capacity	46,537
Concert capacity	Roughly 40,000 to 50,000+, varies by field setup
Opened	2009
Primary tenant	New York Yankees (MLB)

Overview

Yankee Stadium opened in 2009 directly across East 161st Street from the site of the original 1923 ballpark. Its exterior, faced in Indiana limestone and granite with a white decorative frieze along the roofline, echoes the original stadium’s design. Beyond Yankees baseball, the venue is a major stop for touring stadium concerts and hosts New York City FC soccer matches and other large events. Past concert performers have included Paul McCartney, Jay-Z, Eminem, Madonna, Metallica, Bad Bunny, and Guns N’ Roses.

Massive video displays in center field and ribbon boards throughout the concourses keep every section connected to the action, whether that’s a game or a show.

Seating and Layout

Seating runs across four main levels, with bleacher sections in the outfield.

• Field floor/pit: Temporary sections installed over the field grass for concerts, with pit and front-row floor seats closest to the stage.
• 100-Level (Field Level): The lower bowl circling the field. Sections along the baselines, roughly 110 to 130, offer a low-elevation, direct sightline toward an outfield stage.
• 200-Level (Main Level): Sits just above the lower bowl, balancing elevation and proximity.
• 300-Level (Terrace Level): A mid-tier deck with clear production views across the stadium.
• 400-Level (Grandstand): The highest tier, the most affordable but with a steeper incline.
• Bleachers: Outfield sections roughly 201 to 204 and 235 to 238. For end-stage concerts, these are often closed or sit directly behind the stage.

Premium clubs: Spaces like the Legends Suite, Delta SKY360° Suite, and Jim Beam Highball Club offer padded seating, climate-controlled lounges, and upgraded dining.

For most concerts, the stage goes up in deep center field or along the outfield fence, facing home plate. Field floor seats cover the infield and outfield grass, and outfield sections directly behind or beside the stage are typically closed due to obstructed views. Layouts vary by performer, since some tours add catwalks, a center B-stage, or a general admission standing pit, so it’s worth checking the specific event map before buying.

Capacity

The official baseball capacity is 46,537. For concerts, capacity can run anywhere from around 40,000 to more than 50,000, depending on how much of the field goes to standing room or floor seating versus how many seats are closed off behind the stage.

Sound and Production

The stadium is built to handle heavy touring rigs, with high-output line-array audio systems and LED video walls that project across the open bowl. Lower bowl and field floor seats get the most direct sound, while upper-deck areas experience more of the natural acoustic spread typical of open-air venues.

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible and companion seating is available on every tier, including the Field, Main, Terrace, and Grandstand levels. Multiple elevator banks and escalators serve all levels, clubs, and suites. Main entry gates, including Gate 4 and Gate 6, offer level ground access and ramps. Assistive listening devices and closed captioning are available through Guest Relations kiosks on the Field and Terrace levels, and service animals are permitted.

Venue Policies

• Bags: One soft-sided bag up to 16″ x 16″ x 8″ per person, plus a smaller personal item like a purse or clutch. Soft-sided backpacks that meet the size limit are allowed as your one bag; hard-sided bags and coolers are not permitted regardless of size.
• Tickets: Digital entry only, through the official ticketing apps or a mobile wallet.
• Payment: Fully cashless. Concessions, merchandise, and vendors take major cards and mobile payment.
• Re-entry: Not permitted once your ticket has been scanned.
• Smoking: Prohibited throughout the venue, including vaping.

Because rules like these can shift by event, it’s worth checking your ticket or the venue’s site close to showtime.

Getting There

• Subway: The 4 train (Lexington Avenue Line) and B/D trains (Sixth Avenue Line) all stop at 161 St-Yankee Stadium, right outside the gates.
• Metro-North: The Hudson Line stops at Yankees-E 153rd Street Station, with direct service from Grand Central Terminal and points north.
• Driving and parking: Garages and surface lots around River Avenue and 161st Street are managed by City Parking. Pre-booking is recommended for major events.
• Rideshare: Drop-off and pickup areas are set up along Jerome Avenue and the Major Deegan Expressway service roads.

Public transit is generally the better option, since traffic in the Bronx can get dense on event days.

Nearby

The stadium sits in the Concourse neighborhood of the South Bronx, surrounded by sports lounges, souvenir shops, and local eateries along River Avenue and East 161st Street. Heritage Field, a public park on the footprint of the original 1923 stadium, sits directly across 161st Street.

Before You Arrive

Plan to arrive 60 to 90 minutes before showtime to clear security, walk the concourse, grab merchandise, and find your section before the show starts.

What to bring:

• A fully charged phone with your digital ticket ready
• A credit card, debit card, or mobile payment method, since cash isn’t accepted
• A soft-sided bag that meets the venue’s size limits, if you’re bringing one
• Weather-appropriate clothing, since concerts happen rain or shine

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