Rangers spring training guide: Visiting Surprise, Arizona

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:

1. Proximity to players: Small stadiums (10,000-12,000 capacity). Autograph opportunities are abundant.
2. Perfect weather: February in Arizona is 75-80 degrees and sunny.
3. 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