The Las Vegas 51s are located down I-15 from the Bees, and as a result, there are alway a lot of bragging rights at stake when these two divisional rivals meet. You won’t want to miss it when the 51s come to Salt Lake City, so make sure to get your tickets when the Bees and 51s meet.
Salt Lake Bees Tailgate Guide
Atmosphere
Tailgating isn’t a huge part of Utah sports culture, and it’s just making headway at the college football level, and as a result, you won’t find a ton of traditional tailgating surrounding a Bees game. That said the Bees offer affordable parking near the stadium, so you’ll have no trouble parking near the ballpark and exploring the neighborhood.
One of the must stops when attending a Bees game is Lucky 13 Bar & Grill. Lucky 13 is only around a block away from Smith’s Ballpark and is home to the best burgers in Utah making it the perfect place to grab a bite to eat before the game. Lucky 13 also is home to an excellent selection of drinks as well making it one of the best pregame destinations in the Salt Lake City area.
Arrive at the ballpark early and enjoy everything the neighborhood near Smith’s Ballpark has to offer.
The home plate entrance at Smith’s Ballpark gives off a festive feel and is filled with Bees banners and signage on game days. The two towers are also a fun part of the entrance as well.
North Lot ParkingIf you’re looking to park close to Smith’s Ballpark, then the North Lot is the place for you. The North Lot costs $7 to park in and is located a block away from the stadium.
Lucky 13Lucky 13 is home to the best burgers in Utah and is only a block or so from Smith’s Ballpark. Those of you looking to grab a bite to eat or something to drink will without a doubt want to stop by Lucky 13 before the game.
Salt Lake Bees Stadium Guide
In Game
Salt Lake Bees games are fun for families in the Salt Lake City area, so come on out and support the Bees. The Bees pull out all the stop to put on an excellent gameday experience for families. Smith’s Ballpark is home to a Fun Zone that features a play structure, and wiffle ball field and young fans won’t want to miss the opportunity to ride the Bumble Express during the game. The Bees also have a fantastic mascot who is loved by kids and adults alike, so come on out to Smith’s Ballpark for a fun evening of family entertainment.
If you’re not bringing the kids to the game, you’ll still have a good time taking in a game at Smith’s Ballpark. The stadium offers a gorgeous view of the Wasatch Mountains especially to those of you sitting in the upper deck. Baseball fans will also enjoy watching future MLB stars take the field. Some of baseball’s greatest players have come through Salt Lake City including Mike Trout, so you never know who you’ll see when attending a Bees game.
Come on out to a Bees game as it’s a great time for families and baseball fans alike.
One of the best parts of taking in a game at Smith’s Ballpark is the beautiful view of the Wasatch Mountains. If you want to enjoy the beauty of Utah, then there are few better places to be than Smith’s Ballpark.
Kids love riding the Bumble Express between the left and right field foul poles. The Bumble Express is free to ride and is a can’t miss part of any Bees game for kids. Take a ride on the Bumble Express when attending a Bees game.
Take the kids to the Fun Zone right field during your visit to Smith’s Ballpark. The Fun Zone is home to a play structure and wiffle ball field making it the perfect place to keep kids entertained during the game.
At every game, you can find at least one player signing autographs about 30 minutes before the game starts. Arrive early and get an autograph from your favorite Bees player.
Don’t miss the Bees zany mascot Bumble when visiting Smith’s Ballpark. Fans young and old love Bumble who'll keep you entertained throughout the game with his antics.
One of the unique aspects of attending a Salt Lake Bees games is the team’s spirit squad known as the Honeybees. The Honeybees entertain and pump up the crowd throughout the game, so don’t miss them during your trip to Smith’s Ballpark.
Each Monday night you can get four tickets to a Bees game and four hot dogs for only $20. Additional tickets can be purchased for $5 a piece as well making Monday’s a fantastic time to come out and support the Bees.
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