You’re on the 110, first pitch is coming, and your kid just told you their jersey is “too small.” We’ve all been there. The good news is the Dodgers’ official shops are built for exactly this kind of scramble, from the year‑round store at the stadium to the Dodgers Clubhouse locations around town. Here’s the no‑nonsense, local’s guide to getting in, getting the right size, and getting to your seat before the anthem.
The flagship is the Official Team Store at Dodger Stadium, nicknamed Top of the Park. It sits on the Top Deck behind home plate at 1000 Vin Scully Avenue, and it’s open daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. on non‑game days and through every home game. If you only hit one spot, make it this one.
Inside the bowl, the team spreads merch across every level so you’re never far from a register. Field Level has the left‑field Official Team Store, a New Era shop in right field, and additional cap and merch kiosks at labeled sections. The Pavilions each have an Official Team Store, plus the crowd‑pleasing Hello Kitty kiosks near Sections 308 and 309. On Loge, you’ll find the Nike Official Team Store at the Loge Left Field entrance, along with branded shops from ’47 Brand and New Era. The Club Level carries another Official Team Store by the Vin Scully Press Box escalators.
Collectors should make a beeline for Art of the Game, located behind home plate. That’s where you’ll see game‑used and team‑issued items authenticated through MLB’s program, from balls and bats to the occasional jersey or lineup card. Inventory changes quickly, which is half the fun and half the heartbreak.
On a regular home date, parking gates open about 2.5 hours before first pitch, and stadium gates open 2 hours prior. If you didn’t buy parking in advance, general parking at the gates is $45. That timing matters for shoppers, because in‑bowl stores aren’t accessible until the gates open.
Not going to the game? The easiest play is a non‑game day visit to Top of the Park during its 10 a.m.–5 p.m. window. Follow signs to Top Deck parking (Lot P) and you can get your gear without navigating a game crowd. A small but useful detail if you’re making a quick stop: there are public restrooms outside the stadium at the historic 76 Station in Lot 6.
The ballpark is cashless. Bring a card or a digital wallet; debit and credit are accepted, and contactless works cleanly at the registers. If you’re carrying a bag, stick to the venue sizes: clear bags up to 12" x 12" x 6" are allowed, with non‑clear clutches/wristlets up to 5" x 8" x 2". Diaper bags accompanying infants are permitted. Show up with something bigger and security will turn you back to the car.
The Dodgers say the stadium carries exclusive items you won’t find elsewhere, and if you’ve ever stared up at that sea of blue, you know why they brag about having one of the largest cap walls in the country. That means special patches, limited colorways, and the odd one‑off line you won’t see at a mall.
“Art of the Game” is the other reason locals shop inside the park. You’ll find MLB‑authenticated, game‑used items right behind home plate. If you collect lineup cards, want a bat that actually saw a pitch, or you’re celebrating a milestone with a piece that once touched the field, this is the channel. Prices swing based on player and moment, but the stock is the real draw. If you see it and love it, don’t wait; the best pieces don’t last a series.
You don’t have to drive up the hill to gear up. The team’s Dodgers Clubhouse stores around town are legit and stocked. The easiest one to reach by transit is at Ovation Hollywood (the complex formerly known as Hollywood & Highland). It’s at 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Suite 341. Hours as posted by the district: Mon–Thu 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Fri–Sat 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–7 p.m. The Metro B Line stops directly below at Hollywood/Highland, so you can step off the train and be inside the shop in a few minutes.
Another favorite is the Dodgers Clubhouse at Universal CityWalk Hollywood. CityWalk hours vary, but the play here is transit as well. Take the Metro B Line to Universal City/Studio City and hop the free shuttle up the hill to the walkway that feeds straight into CityWalk. Selection is strong and the energy is classic LA fan buzz, especially on homestands and weekends.
Plenty of locals mix in other Clubhouse locations when they’re already running errands, like the shops in Glendale Galleria or Downey’s Stonewood Center. Inventory tilts toward caps, standard jerseys, and lifestyle pieces. If you’re hunting down a niche patch or a fresh player number that just hit the roster, the stadium typically gets the earliest and widest run.
| Option | When it’s open | Ticket needed | What it’s best at | Access tips |
| Top of the Park Team Store (Dodger Stadium, Top Deck) | Daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. on non‑game days; open through all home games | No for non‑game days; bowl stores require valid game entry | Largest overall selection; stadium‑only exclusives; fast cap wall help | Enter the stadium complex and follow signs to Lot P; cashless payment only |
| Art of the Game (behind home plate) | Open during stadium hours on game days | Yes, it’s inside the bowl | MLB‑authenticated, game‑used and team‑issued memorabilia | Inventory rotates fast; ask staff about pieces tied to that day’s game |
| Dodgers Clubhouse — Ovation Hollywood | Mon–Thu 10–7, Fri–Sat 10–8, Sun 10–7 | No | Solid jersey and cap selection; easy Metro access | Ride the B Line to Hollywood/Highland; garage parking available on site |
| Dodgers Clubhouse — Universal CityWalk Hollywood | Varies with CityWalk operating hours | No | High‑traffic stock with frequent restocks during homestands | Take B Line to Universal City/Studio City, then the free shuttle to CityWalk |
Official team gear lives in a world of published MSRPs that don’t swing wildly week to week. On the Dodgers’ own online shop, a 2026 All‑Star 59FIFTY fitted hat lists at $52.99. A women’s Nike City Connect Limited jersey sits at $174.99. In‑store tags at Top of the Park and Dodgers Clubhouse locations generally mirror those posted prices. What moves the number up are special patches, authentics, or signed pieces. What moves it down are occasional promo windows the club runs around holidays and playoff pushes.
At the ballpark, your payment options are debit/credit cards and digital wallets. That covers everything from the main shop to the level kiosks. If you’re combining your errand with a tour or a pickup on a non‑game day, remember the stadium shops still run card‑only even when the building is quiet.
For homestands, the pro move is timing. If you want a hot nameplate the day it hits, head to the stadium when parking gates open 2.5 hours before first pitch and plan to walk in right when the gates open 2 hours prior. If you’re just replacing a cap or grabbing kids’ gear, hit Top of the Park on a quiet weekday afternoon. It’s calmer, the sizing wall is friendly, and you’ll get out in under 30 minutes.
Bring the right bag size and you save yourself a hike. The clear‑bag max is 12" x 12" x 6", and non‑clear clutches max at 5" x 8" x 2". Diaper bags with infants are allowed, which helps families who shop before first pitch. If you’re rushing in from work, tap‑to‑pay on your phone is your friend. Cash isn’t accepted inside the stadium.
If you only need a quick stop and a restroom, Top of the Park plus the Lot 6 “76 Station” restrooms is a tidy loop. If you’re on transit, Ovation Hollywood is hard to beat thanks to the station right underneath. And if you’re making a day of it with friends or family, CityWalk keeps everyone fed and entertained while you debate Ohtani vs. Betts vs. Freeman across the jersey wall.
What about deals? Stadium shops don’t run day‑to‑day markdown roulette, but they do cycle seasonal sales. Around late November, watch for year‑end promotions at Top of the Park. During title chases, the most in‑demand items sell at face value until they’re gone, so speed matters more than coupon‑hunting.
Yes, on non‑game days the Top of the Park store is open 10 a.m.–5 p.m. and accessible without a game ticket. On game days, the in‑bowl shops sit inside security and require valid entry once the gates open 2 hours before first pitch.
If you’re already headed to the hill, aim to arrive when parking gates open about 2.5 hours before the game and head straight to a Field Level or Top Deck shop when stadium gates open. If you’re on the Metro, Dodgers Clubhouse at Ovation Hollywood is a dependable alternative with posted 10–7/10–8 hours.
No. Dodger Stadium operates cashless throughout the venue, including team stores and kiosks. Use a debit/credit card or a digital wallet for purchases.
Clear bags up to 12" x 12" x 6" are allowed, and non‑clear clutches/wristlets up to 5" x 8" x 2". Diaper bags that accompany infants are permitted. Anything larger will be denied at security.
If you want the widest range and the chance at a game‑used score, go stadium. If you want speed or you’re on the train, Ovation Hollywood or CityWalk gets it done without the uphill traffic. Pick based on your route and the clock, not just the logo on the door.
Published: September 7, 2026