Kauffman Stadium - Kansas City MO Baseball Field Stadium Kansas City Royals

In 1973, Kauffman Stadium opened its doors. As one of only two dedicated baseball-only stadiums built between 1962 and 1991, it was known as Royals Stadium until 1993 when it was renamed in honor of the original founding owner of the Kansas City Royals, Ewing Kauffman who had passed away in the spring of that year. Long recognized for its beauty and excellent sightlines, Kauffman stadium has provided a home for the Royals for many years.

In 2009, it blazes its way into the modern era. By opening day of the 2009, the stadium will have completed a multi-year, multi-million dollar renovation. The stadium has remained operational throughout the renovation, and fans have raved about the improvements (like upgraded bathrooms) experienced already in the 2008 season.

One of the biggest additions has been the $8.3 million dollar high definition viewing screen. At 84 feet wide and 105 feet tall, it was assembled in 55 separate segments. Fans have given it high marks.

The park's best known feature is not affected by the renovations. The fountain and waterfall display, known as the Water Spectacular, is located behind the right-field fence. The largest privately funded fountain in the world at 322 feet high, it runs before and after the game as well as between innings.

The renovations, good sightlines, and strong fan base for the stadium led to the selection of the stadium as a host location for the MLB All-Star game sometime between 2011 and 2014. With a seating capacity of 39,000 and a traditional open air layout (a roof bond failed in the polls) the stadium will provide the All-Star attendees with an excellent show.

Tickets go fast. Jackson county residents are eligible for 50% off two tickets to Royals games as part of the All-Star game initiative. All others may purchase tickets directly from the Kansas City Royals website or through ticket brokers.