The Texas Rangers hold spring training at Surprise Stadium in Surprise, Arizona. Here is the complete guide.
Location: Surprise Stadium, 15960 N Bullard Ave, Surprise, AZ 85374. Shared complex with the Kansas City Royals.
Schedule: Mid-February through late March. Games daily, usually 1:05 PM MST. Full schedule at texasrangers.com.
Tickets: $15-50 depending on location and opponent.
- Lawn seats: $15 (bring a blanket)
- Reserved seats: $25-35
- Premium seats: $40-50
Why spring training is worth the trip:
- Proximity to players: Small stadiums (10,000-12,000 capacity). Autograph opportunities are abundant.
- Perfect weather: February in Arizona is 75-80 degrees and sunny.
- See prospects: Minor league players participate in early spring games. Scout the future before anyone else.
Around Surprise:
- Multiple spring training facilities within 30 minutes (Scottsdale, Tempe, Glendale). See 2-3 games in a weekend.
- Old Town Scottsdale for nightlife. 30-minute drive.
- White Tank Mountain Regional Park: 15 minutes away, great morning hike before a 1 PM game.
Travel logistics:
- Fly into Phoenix Sky Harbor. Surprise is 40 minutes northwest.
- Rent a car. No practical transit to Surprise.
- Hotels in Surprise: $100-150/night vs. $200-300+ in Scottsdale.
Pro tips:
- First week of March has full rosters before cuts. See the most players.
- Bring sunscreen even in February.
- Arrive 90 minutes early for autographs along the fence between practice fields and the stadium.
Sources:
- texasrangers.com/springtraining
- Visit Surprise AZ
Spring training in Surprise is the best baseball experience available. Small stadium, perfect weather, $15 lawn seats, and you are 50 feet from MLB players.