MLB All-Star Game in Philly: Tickets, Food, Travel

Ticket Market Overview

The 96th MLB All‑Star Game heads to Citizens Bank Park on July 14, with standing‑room‑only tickets available for a steep price. As of July 9, secondary platforms such as SeatGeek, StubHub and TickPick listed seats from $600 up to $3,400. Premier packages from On Location cost $3,245 and include the Home Run Derby, player meet‑and‑greets and parking, while a Derby‑only option runs $2,095.

Primary sales through mlb.com are sold out, forcing fans to turn to the secondary market. The stadium’s official capacity sits at 42,901 after recent expansions, and All‑Star contests usually generate a sellout crowd. Fans seeking convenience can also explore resale sites that are MLB‑endorsed, though prices remain well above typical game tickets.

The game kicks off at 8 p.m., featuring five Phillies on the National League roster and South Jersey native Mike Trout representing the American League. With high demand and limited inventory, early planning and flexible budgets become essential for those who want to attend in person.

All‑Star Game Food Highlights

Philly’s culinary flair shines on the ballpark menu, with two fan‑selected dishes leading the list. The Revolutionary Rib Melt combines smoked short rib, aged provolone, charred onion jam and a beef consommé on a brioche bun. The runner‑up, Betsy’s Banana Ice Cream Sundae, mixes banana pudding, vanilla soft serve, crushed wafers, peanut brittle and a rainbow of toppings.

Premium fans can also savor new takes on classic Philly fare, including cheese‑steak variations, meatball parmigiana sandwiches and specialty hot dogs served in the Hall of Fame Club. These elevated options add another layer of excitement for high‑ticket holders.

Pregame Entertainment Lineup

The festivities kick off with a powerful duet of Americana. Jennifer Hudson will sing “America the Beautiful” backed by the U.S. Army Old Guard Fife & Drum Corps and the Philly Pops. Patti LaBelle follows with the national anthem, accompanied by the Military District of Washington Joint Chorus and the West Point Band.

Actor Miles Teller narrates a tribute that highlights baseball’s cultural impact across the nation. Later, Boyz II Men take the stage for a special Stand Up To Cancer moment, coordinated with sponsor Mastercard during the fifth‑inning break.

Watching and Listening Options

Fox Sports holds the broadcast rights, with coverage beginning at 6:30 p.m. The game streams live on Fox One and is also available on the Spanish‑language Fox Deportes. Subscribers without Fox One can add the channel through their TV provider.

Alternative viewing includes the DirecTV $90 Entertainment package, the Fubo $56 Sports plan and Hulu’s $90 live‑TV tier, all of which carry Fox. YouTube TV’s Sports Plan offers Fox and NBC for $65 per month. MLB Network and mlb.com provide additional streaming and on‑demand options.

For audio fans, ESPN Radio delivers exclusive national coverage, while Univision handles Spanish‑language radio broadcast. MLB Network and the mlb.com app also carry local radio feeds, and SiriusXM Channel 89 features MLB Network radio starting at 5 p.m., leading into ESPN Radio’s play‑by‑play.

Transportation to Citizens Bank Park

South Jersey residents have several public‑transport routes. SEPTA’s Metro B line receives six express trains before and after the game, with a one‑way fare of $2.90. NJ Transit buses stop at City Hall, where riders can transfer to southbound Metro B trains toward NRG Station, the final stop just steps from the ballpark.

Patco riders can disembark at Walnut‑ Locust and connect to the subway. The Walter Rand Transportation Center, reachable via River Line light rail or several bus lines, also offers a convenient connection to City Hall. Detailed schedules are available on each carrier’s website.

Driving Directions and Parking

Drivers from South Jersey are advised to use the Walt Whitman Bridge and exit onto Packer Avenue or Broad Street, following the stadium’s parking map. Those coming from the New Jersey Turnpike can take Exit 3, proceed north on Route 168 and continue to the bridge.

Citizens Bank Park offers cashless parking, with rates set at $30 for standard vehicles and $60 for those occupying two spaces. Prepaid passes can be bought in advance, and SpotHero, the official partner, also provides reservations online. Tailgating zones A‑H, M, N and O open five hours before the first pitch, while non‑tailgating lots open three hours earlier.

Lot T is reserved for Uber ride‑share users, featuring a branded lounge with seating and charging stations. The park’s main entrance is One Citizens Bank Way, and visitors should check phillies.com for any traffic projects affecting the Sports Complex area.