Ballparklopedia

Candlestick Park

San Francisco Giants

NL WestSan Francisco, CANational LeagueClosed 1999

Candlestick Park was notorious for its brutal Bay winds and bone-chilling summer fog. Fans who endured an extra-innings night game received a special 'I Survived Candlestick' button. It also hosted The Beatles' final concert and survived the 1989 earthquake.

Satellite aerial view of Candlestick Park

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Stadium Stats

Capacity

69,732

Year Opened

1960

Surface

Natural Grass

Roof Type

Open

Did You Know?

  • The Beatles played their final concert ever at Candlestick on August 29, 1966 — a 33-minute set for 25,000 fans.

  • Stu Miller was blown off the pitcher's mound by wind during the 1961 All-Star Game and was called for a balk.

  • The stadium survived the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake, which struck during Game 3 of the World Series.