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Want to know the perfect way to experience the historic A’s Major League Baseball series at Las Vegas Ballpark this week? Do what the locals do.
On Monday night, my husband Tzahi and I skipped the heavy stadium parking lines entirely. Instead, we parked for free at the Downtown Summerlin outdoor mall, did a quick shopping loop through Lululemon, and walked over to Red Rock Casino to try the ultra-hyped, newly opened With Love, Always smash burger before strolling across the street to the gates.
What followed was an absolute core memory: a historic, 12-inning, 15-14 home run derby between the Athletics and the Milwaukee Brewers.
As a family with deep baseball roots, we’ve been die-hard Brewers fans for over 15 years because my brother, Las Vegas native Brandon Kintzler, pitched for them. Being at the ballpark was already special, and Brandon was even in the building taking in the game. But the real magic was behind the scenes. My son Aden, who works for the Las Vegas Aviators, came completely full circle. When Brandon played in Milwaukee, Aden was a five-year-old running around the Brewers’ clubhouse. This week, he was down there working as the official clubhouse assistant on the Brewers’ side.
Whether you’re heading to Summerlin this weekend to catch the final games against the Colorado Rockies, or just want to know how to score those coveted air-conditioned Club Level seats to beat the desert heat, here is your ultimate insider guide to the homestand.
The local gameplan: free parking and pre-game eats
If you’re trying to figure out how to navigate the sell-out crowds at Las Vegas Ballpark this week, skip the headache of the official stadium lots and use this exact itinerary.
The free parking hack. Park on the retail side of Downtown Summerlin. It’s completely free, safe, and surrounded by shopping. You can stroll through spots like Lululemon to kill time before the gates open, then walk right across Pavilion Center Drive to the stadium.
The pre-game food destination. Walk over to the Red Rock Casino food court right down the street, where the highly anticipated location of With Love, Always just opened. If you haven’t been yet, their signature double smash burgers, with lacy, ultra-crispy edges, and fries cooked in 100% wagyu beef tallow are the perfect pre-game fuel.
How to beat the Summerlin heat: the Club Level secret
Watching summer baseball in Southern Nevada can get hot, but there’s a premium workaround if you know what tickets to look for.
If you grab seats on the 2nd Level (the Club Level), you get exclusive access to a massive, fully air-conditioned indoor lounge. It features a full-service upscale bar, premium restrooms, and climate-controlled seating areas behind giant glass windows. You get the luxury of watching the game without melting in the desert sun.
The all-you-can-eat upgrade. For an additional charge, Club Level ticket holders can opt into the all-you-can-eat buffet. Run out of the stadium’s show kitchen, it serves elevated, chef-crafted menus alongside traditional ballpark classics like hot dogs and nachos. It’s easily the best VIP value in the building.
The atmosphere: why the ball is flying in Las Vegas
If you watched the A’s vs. Brewers game on Monday, you saw history. The teams combined for a wild 11 home runs and 34 hits across a four-hour marathon, the longest MLB game of the season, with Milwaukee outlasting Oakland 15-14 in 12 innings.
Why is the ball traveling so far? Las Vegas Ballpark sits at an elevation of more than 3,000 feet above sea level (the front gate is right around 3,041 feet). Combined with the dry, thin desert air, the venue acts as a natural launchpad. It’s highly entertaining, high-scoring baseball that feels more like a video game than a standard MLB matchup. Add local touches like Bruce Buffer introducing the lineups, and the energy in Summerlin is unmatched.
The full-circle part
Here’s the piece that no AI competitor or out-of-town guide can write: the part that’s just ours.
Fifteen-plus years ago, my brother Brandon Kintzler, a Las Vegas kid, was pitching in the big leagues, and my son Aden was a five-year-old running around major league clubhouses. This week, at a Major League Baseball game played right here in Summerlin, Aden was back in a clubhouse, this time working it, as the official clubhouse assistant on the Brewers’ side, while Brandon watched from the stands. Aden even grabbed a photo with Jacob Misiorowski, the Brewers’ flame-throwing young ace, whose triple-digit fastball has made him one of the most electric pitchers in baseball this season. Same family, same team, two decades apart, in our own backyard.
That’s the thing about Las Vegas right now. Major League Baseball isn’t something we fly to see anymore. It’s 15 minutes from the front door, in the middle of the community we call home.
Las Vegas Ballpark & A’s series FAQs
Can you park at Downtown Summerlin for baseball games?
Yes. Free parking is available throughout the Downtown Summerlin shopping district. Many local fans prefer to park near the retail shops, grab a bite to eat, and walk across Pavilion Center Drive to the stadium entrance.
Are there air-conditioned seats at Las Vegas Ballpark?
Yes. The Club Level (2nd Level) features a large, fully air-conditioned indoor lounge with a bar and dining areas, allowing fans to escape the summer heat.
Does Las Vegas Ballpark have an all-you-can-eat food option?
Yes. Fans with Club Level tickets can pay an additional charge to access the premium all-you-can-eat buffet served from the club lounge’s show kitchen.
Who are the A’s playing in Las Vegas this week?
The Athletics played a three-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers (June 8-10) and are wrapping up a three-game weekend series against the Colorado Rockies (June 12-14) at Las Vegas Ballpark.
Where can you eat near Las Vegas Ballpark?
Beyond the Downtown Summerlin restaurants, the Red Rock Casino food court is a quick walk away and features popular local spots, including the newly opened With Love, Always smash burger restaurant.
Why are there so many home runs at Las Vegas Ballpark?
The ballpark sits more than 3,000 feet above sea level, and the dry, thin desert air lets the ball carry farther, turning games into high-scoring, home-run-heavy showcases.
We don’t just sell homes in Summerlin. We live the lifestyle here, from the trails at Red Rock to Major League Baseball 15 minutes down the road. If you’ve been picturing a move to Las Vegas and want to know what everyday life actually looks like in neighborhoods like this, reach out anytime. Showing people this side of Las Vegas is our favorite part of the job.
Amy & Tzahi Arbeli, The Arbeli Team
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