The Boston Red Sox are a professional baseball team based in Boston, Massachusetts. They compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member club of the American League (AL) East Division. The Boston Red Sox were founded in 1901 as one of the American League's eight charter franchises.
Originally known as the Boston Americans, the team played its first game on April 26, 1901, against the Baltimore Orioles, winning 7-6. The team's name was officially changed to the Red Sox in 1908.
Throughout their history the Red Sox have seen success clinching victory, in the World Series a total of nine times. Their triumphs in the championship occurred in the years 1903, 1912, 1915, 1916, 1918 2004 2007, 2013 and most recently in 2018. As of the conclusion of the 2023 season the teams overall regular season record stands at 9,874 wins along with 9,182 losses and 83 ties. This makes for a winning percentage of .518.
What is the name of Boston Red Sox’s Stadium?
Fenway Park is a historic and iconic stadium that serves as the home for the Boston Red Sox, a Major League Baseball team. Situated in Boston, Massachusetts, less than a mile away from Kenmore Square, this stadium has been the ballpark for the Boston Red Sox since its construction in 1912.
Fenway Park History/ Fenway Park Construction and Cost
Fenway Park, located in Boston, Massachusetts, holds a special place in the history of Major League Baseball as it is the oldest ballpark still in use today. Opening its doors on April 20, 1912, Fenway Park became the home stadium for the Boston Red Sox, replacing their previous venue, the Huntington Avenue Grounds.
The construction of Fenway Park was completed just days after the tragic sinking of the Titanic. On April 20, 1912, the first game was played at Fenway Park, where mayor John F. Fitzgerald had the honor of throwing out the first pitch. The Boston Red Sox faced off against the New York Highlanders in a game that stretched to 11 innings, ultimately resulting in a 7-6 victory for Boston.
The process of building Fenway Park began in September 1911 and was efficiently completed in April 1912. The architectural design for Fenway Park was crafted by James McLaughlin, while the Charles Logue Construction Company took charge of its construction. At the time of its construction, the total cost of building Fenway Park amounted to approximately $650,000. Taking inflation into account, this figure equates to around $19.7 million in 2022 dollars.
Fenway Park Capacity
Fenway Park, the baseball stadium located in Boston, has a seating capacity of 37,305 during day games and 37,755 during night games, according to the information available on Wikipedia as of 2024.
One interesting feature of Fenway Park's seating capacity is that it differs between day and night games. During day games, the seats in centerfield, specifically in Section 35, are covered with a black tarp in order to provide a batter's eye.
| Year(s) | Seating Capacity | |
| Day | Night | |
| 1992 | 33,925 | |
| 1993–1994 | 34,218 | |
| 1995–2000 | 33,455 | 33,871 |
| 2001–2002 | 33,577 | 33,993 |
| 2003 | 34,482 | 34,898 |
| 2004–2005 | 34,679 | 35,095 |
| 2006 | 35,692 | 36,108 |
| 2007 | 36,109 | 36,525 |
| 2008 | 36,945 | 37,373 |
| 2009 | 36,984 | 37,400 |
| 2010 | 36,986 | 37,402 |
| 2011 | 37,065 | 37,493 |
| 2012 | 37,067 | 37,495 |
| 2013–2014 | 37,071 | 37,499 |
| 2015 | 37,227 | 37,673 |
| 2016 | 37,497 | 37,949 |
| 2017 | 37,281 | 37,731 |
| 2018–present | 37,305 | 37,755 |
Fenway Park Stadium Seating Chart
Below is the seating chart of the Fenway Park stadium:
What is the parking cost at Fenway Park?/Parking Map
The parking map of Fenway Park stadium is not available.
There are several public parking lots near Fenway Park where you can park your vehicle. For example, there is a parking lot located at 100 Richard B. Ross Way, another at 1282 Boylston St., one at David Ortiz Dr., another at 180 Brookline Ave., and the Landmark Center Garage.
The cost of parking in these lots can vary, however, during regular games and events, the parking fee typically ranges from $15 to $30. In main events, the cost can go up to $50 to $60. It is important to note that these prices are subject to change, so it is best to check the current rates before making your parking arrangements.
Fenway Park’s Notable Events
Located in Boston, Massachusetts, Fenway Park is not just a historic baseball stadium, but also a versatile venue that has hosted several notable events, both within and outside of baseball.
Baseball:
| Date | Event |
| April 26, 1912 | Hugh Bradley, the Red Sox First Baseman, slammed Fenway Park's inaugural home run |
| September 26, 1914 | Rabbit Maranville of the Boston Braves hit Fenway's first Grand slam in a 6-2 victory against the Chicago Cubs |
| June 21, 1916 | Rube Foster pitched Fenway Park's first no-hitter in a 2-0 win over the Yankees |
| August 4, 1959 | Elijah "Pumpsie" Green broke barriers as the first African-American Red Sox player to grace Fenway's lineup |
| August 19, 1967 | Reggie Smith made history as the first player at Fenway Park to homer from both sides of the plate, showcasing his switch-hitting prowess |
Boxing:
| Date | Event |
| October 9, 1920 | Fenway Park hosted Boston's inaugural open-air boxing show |
| 1928 | Al Mello, the New England Welterweight Champion, headlined three cards at Fenway, defeating Billy Murphy, Charlie Donovan, and Murphy again, drawing crowds of 12,000 |
| July 2, 1930 | Future World Heavyweight Champion James J. Braddock made his debut in the weight class, defeating Joe Monte in ten rounds |
| September 2, 1930 | Babe Hunt secured victory over Ernie Schaaf in a match deemed a "dull bout" and a "big disappointment" by The Boston Daily Globe |
| 1932 | Eddie Mack promoted ten cards at Fenway Park, including Maxie Rosenbloom's win over Joe Barlow and Henry Emond's victory against The Cocoa Kid |
| June 25, 1936 | Former heavyweight champion Jack Sharkey clinched his final career win, defeating Phil Brubaker |
| 1937 | Rip Valenti and the Goodwin Athletic Club arranged five boxing events at Fenway |
| June 25, 1945 | Tami Mauriello knocked out Lou Nova in 2:47 before an estimated 8,000 spectators |
| July 12, 1954 | Tony DeMarco's knockout of George Araujo captivated 12,000 spectators in just 58 seconds |
| June 16, 1956 | Fenway Park hosted its most recent boxing event |
Soccer:
| Date | Event |
| October 17, 1925 | Boston Soccer Club and Fall River F.C. played to a scoreless tie before 4,000 fans. |
| May 30, 1931 | New York Yankees, American Soccer League champions, edged Celtic 4–3 in front of 8,000 spectators. |
| July 21, 2010 | Fenway Park hosted an exhibition match dubbed "Football at Fenway" featuring Celtic F.C. and Sporting C.P. from Europe. |
American football:
| Date | Event |
| 1926 | The Boston Bulldogs of the first American Football League competed at both Fenway Park and Braves Field |
| 1936-1937 | The Boston Shamrocks of the second American Football League also played games at both Fenway Park and Braves Field during these years |
| 2015 | Boston College and Notre Dame faced off at Fenway Park as part of Notre Dame's Shamrock Series |
| November 2018 | The Harvard–Yale game, a historic rivalry, took place at Fenway Park |
Professional wrestling:
| Date | Event |
| July 9, 1929 | World Heavyweight Champion Gus Sonnenberg triumphed over Ed "Strangler" Lewis before 25,000 spectators at Fenway Park |
| 1932 | Charlie Gordon organized shows at Fenway Park |
| August 18, 1934 | A crowd of 30,000 witnessed AWA World Heavyweight Champion Ed Don George and NWA World Heavyweight Champion Jim Londos in a headline match, ending in a draw after over 3 hours |
| June 27, 1935 | Danno O'Mahony clinched the NWA World Heavyweight Championship from Londos in front of 30,000 fans |
| July 18, 1935 | Ed Don George bested Frank Sexton in an exhibition bout during a musical and athletic carnival at Fenway Park |
| September 10, 1935 | O'Mahony successfully defended his title against George before an estimated crowd of 25,000 |
| June 29, 1937 | Steve Casey emerged victorious over Ed Don George in a card featuring Danno O'Mahony, Tor Johnson, and William "Wee Willie" Davis, witnessed by around 7,000 spectators |
| June 28, 1969 | Fenway Park hosted the sole event of the WWE (World Wide Wrestling Federation) |
Hurling and Gaelic football:
| Date | Event |
| June 6, 1937 | Mayo, the All-Ireland Football champions, defeated a Massachusetts team with a score of 17–8 |
| November 8, 1954 | Cork, the All-Ireland Hurling champions, triumphed over an American lineup, winning 37–28 |
| November 2015 | Fenway Park hosted the inaugural Fenway Hurling Classic for the Players Champions Cup |
| November 2017 | Fenway Park welcomed back the Fenway Hurling Classic for the Players Champions Cup for its second edition |
| November 2018 | The Fenway Hurling Classic for the Players Champions Cup returned to Fenway Park for its third consecutive year |
Concerts:
| Date | Event |
| 1973 | Stevie Wonder and Ray Charles delivered their inaugural Fenway Park performance |
| 2017 | Lady Gaga headlined the Joanne World Tour, becoming the first female artist to top the bill at Fenway Park |
| 2022 | Lady Gaga returned for The Chromatica Ball, captivating audiences once more at Fenway Park |
| August 3, 2021 | Guns N' Roses debuted their new song "Absurd" during their 2020 Tour performance at Fenway Park |
| September 8, 2022 | Aerosmith celebrated their 50th anniversary with a milestone show, setting a new ticket sales record at Fenway Park |
| July 31 - August 1, 2023 | Pink's Summer Carnival tour drew record-breaking crowds over two days, setting a new attendance record at Fenway Park |
Ski and snowboard:
The Polartec Big Air at Fenway was a notable event that took place on February 11-12, 2016 at Fenway Park. As part of the U.S. Grand Prix Tour and the International Ski Federation's World Tour, this competition brought together some of the best snowboarders and skiers from around the world.
One of the impressive features of the event was the massive big air jump. Standing at about 140 feet (43m) tall, this jump towered above the lights of the stadium.
FAQ's On Boston Red Sox Stadium
A. The official name of the Boston Red Sox Stadium is Fenway Park.
A. Fenway Park was first opened on April 20, 1912.
A. Fenway Park is located in the Fenway-Kenmore neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts.
A. Fenway Park has a seating capacity of approximately 37,755 for night games and 37,305 for day games.
A. The Fenway Sports Group owns Fenway Park.
