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Principal Park

Principal Park is a ballpark at 1 Line Drive, Des Moines, IA 50309, home of Iowa Cubs. Principal… Read more

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Reviewed 10.14.26

Bags & entry
Official bag & entry policy (opens in a new tab)
Seat maps (opens in a new tab)
Parking
Official parking & directions (opens in a new tab)Check the I-Cubs' current parking guidance and consider the direction of the postgame exit before choosing a lot.
Arrive
Principal Park normally opens gates 60 minutes before regularly scheduled home games; doubleheaders and special events can differ. Save your ticket and use the official 2026 map to distinguish numbered seating, general admission, suites and group spaces. Arrange accessible seating before travel. Bring a physical payment card: the current A–Z guide says concessions do not accept Apple or Google Pay. A reverse ATM near Fan Services behind home plate can exchange cash for a prepaid Mastercard.
Exact location
1 Line Drive, Des Moines, IA 50309Open directions (opens in a new tab)
Getting there
The riverfront location can support walking and biking from parts of central Des Moines; verify bus service and the late return.
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Real fan takeIIRC, Principal Park is cashless, so don't forget your credit card.One fan's perspective. Verify variable details with official venue guidance.
View of Principal Park in Des Moines. Source photograph dated 2009; signage and event setup may differ.
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View of Principal Park in Des Moines. Source photograph dated 2009; signage and event setup may differ.

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Home teams
Iowa Cubs
Upcoming Events

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Venue details
Venue typeBallpark
CapacityNot publishedno reviewed fixed-capacity total retained for this release
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1 Line Drive, Des Moines, IA 50309

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Principal Park’s current A–Z section permits one clear bag smaller than 12 inches long × 12 inches tall × 6 inches wide, with bags searched. Outside food/drinks are prohibited, but empty reusable water bottles are allowed for the refill stations. Fans planning to re-enter must obtain a hand stamp from security while exiting. Confirm the current game’s procedures with staff before leaving. Check the actual event notice for any carry-in or entry exceptions.

Official seating, entry and visitor guidance (opens in a new tab)Official seating, entry and visitor guidance (opens in a new tab)Official Principal Park ballpark guide and policies (opens in a new tab)

Destination: Principal Park, 1 Line Drive, Des Moines, IA 50309. Principal Park normally opens gates 60 minutes before regularly scheduled home games; doubleheaders and special events can differ. Save your ticket and use the official 2026 map to distinguish numbered seating, general admission, suites and group spaces. Arrange accessible seating before travel. Bring a physical payment card: the current A–Z guide says concessions do not accept Apple or Google Pay. A reverse ATM near Fan Services behind home plate can exchange cash for a prepaid Mastercard. The riverfront location can support walking and biking from parts of central Des Moines; verify bus service and the late return. Check the I-Cubs' current parking guidance and consider the direction of the postgame exit before choosing a lot.

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Principal Park’s current A–Z section permits one clear bag smaller than 12 inches long × 12 inches tall × 6 inches wide, with bags searched. Outside food/drinks are prohibited, but empty reusable water bottles are allowed for the refill stations. Fans planning to re-enter must obtain a hand stamp from security while exiting. Confirm the current game’s procedures with staff before leaving. Check the actual event notice for any carry-in or entry exceptions.

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  • Accepted payment methods, including any difference between parking, box office and concessions.
Official seating, entry and visitor guidance (opens in a new tab)Official seating, entry and visitor guidance (opens in a new tab)Official Principal Park ballpark guide and policies (opens in a new tab)

The riverfront location can support walking and biking from parts of central Des Moines; verify bus service and the late return. Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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Seating maps & views

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Real photos from the seats

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Seating chart

Principal Park — official 2026 baseball seating diagram

Principal Park: Seating chart, Principal Park — official 2026 baseball seating diagram. Use the source chart for section and row details.

The Iowa Cubs’ current seating page supplies this 2026 diagram with numbered sections, general-admission areas, group spaces, club and suite references. Use it to orient your actual ticket rather than infer a reserved chair in a general-admission area. Premium labels do not grant access or establish live availability, and special events can use a different layout.

Open original chart (opens in a new tab)Source: Iowa Cubs / MiLB.com (opens in a new tab)Source checked 2026-10-14

Plan your visit

Arrival and logisticsBefore you goTransit, parking, timing and entry details

Need to Know

Watch out for
Principal Park’s current A–Z section permits one clear bag smaller than 12 inches long × 12 inches tall × 6 inches wide, with bags searched. Outside food/drinks are prohibited, but empty reusable water bottles are allowed for the refill stations. Fans planning to re-enter must obtain a hand stamp from security while exiting. Confirm the current game’s procedures with staff before leaving. Check the actual event notice for any carry-in or entry exceptions.
Good arrival window
Principal Park normally opens gates 60 minutes before regularly scheduled home games; doubleheaders and special events can differ. Save your ticket and use the official 2026 map to distinguish numbered seating, general admission, suites and group spaces. Arrange accessible seating before travel. Bring a physical payment card: the current A–Z guide says concessions do not accept Apple or Google Pay. A reverse ATM near Fan Services behind home plate can exchange cash for a prepaid Mastercard.
Main transit note
The riverfront location can support walking and biking from parts of central Des Moines; verify bus service and the late return.
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Parking At A Glance

What to do
Check the I-Cubs' current parking guidance and consider the direction of the postgame exit before choosing a lot.
Sources1 officialReviewed 10.14.26Sources for Parking At A Glance
Seats and atmosphereChoose your experienceSightlines, supporter sections, crowd flow and event-day character

Inside the Venue At A Glance

01

Mixed

Arrival & transportation

The riverfront location can support walking and biking from parts of central Des Moines; verify bus service and the late return. Check the I-Cubs' current parking guidance and consider the direction of the postgame exit before choosing a lot.

02

Mixed

Seat & section strategy

Covered rows and sun angle matter for day games, while the river and skyline setting reward time spent walking the concourse.

03

Positive

Event-day character

The confluence-side setting and long Iowa Cubs history give the park a classic local feel.

Sources1 fan · 1 officialReviewed 10.14.26Sources for Inside the Venue At A Glance

FanProof editorial synthesis; linked fan discussions are anecdotal, not a consensus.

Fit and tradeoffsWhat to expectThe practical strengths and the details that could change your choice

Why It Works

  • ✓The confluence-side setting and long Iowa Cubs history give the park a classic local feel.
  • ✓Covered rows and sun angle matter for day games, while the river and skyline setting reward time spent walking the concourse.
Sources1 fan · 1 officialReviewed 10.14.26Sources for Why It Works

FanProof editorial synthesis; linked fan discussions are anecdotal, not a consensus.

Know Before You Book

  • ×Current official guidance should be checked for cashless operation, and popular weekend games can reduce walk-up seating flexibility
Sources1 fan · 1 officialReviewed 10.14.26Sources for Know Before You Book

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