Fenway Park

Fenway Park is a baseball park located in Boston, Massachusetts near Kenmore Square. Since 1912, it is the home for the Boston Red Sox, the city’s American League baseball team and it’s only Major League Baseball (MLB) franchise. It is the oldest ballpark in Major League Baseball.

Because of its age and constrained location in Boston’s dense Fenway–Kenmore neighborhood, the park has been renovated or expanded many times, resulting in quirky heterogeneous features including “The Triangle” (below), Pesky’s Pole, and the Green Monster in left field. It is the fourth-smallest among MLB ballparks by seating capacity, second-smallest by total capacity, and one of eight that cannot accommodate at least 40,000 spectators.

General information

Arena capacity: 37,673 spectators

Address: 4 Yawkey Way, Boston, MA 02215, USA

GPS coordinates for the navigator: 42.3467° N, 71.0972° W

Year of construction: April 20, 1912

Construction cost: $650,000

Field: grass lawn with dimensions of 310-L, 379-LC, 420-C, 380-RC, 302-R

Seating plan of the Fenway Park

EMC Club

Bringing the country club to the ballpark, the EMC Club at Fenway Park is a unique seating option for the most discerning guests.

These club seats are located just above grandstand seating on the second level and offer arguably the best views of Red Sox baseball. Their elevated position close to the field gives them some of the best sitelines at Fenway Park (without the worry of obstructed seating). The seats are padded with extra legroom, fully covered and come with in-seat wait service.

But it’s not the great views that attract fans to the EMC Club, it’s the upscale dining and club options that receive the most praise. Ticketholders will have access to a climate-controlled restaurant with three full-service bars, fine dining and brunch on Sundays. The club also features a private entrance, wine bar, HDTVs and is subject an upscale casual dresscode. Dining reservations in the club are recommended, though not required. The restaurant is exclusive to EMC Club seatholders.

Pavilion Club

Although they’re located on the highest seating tier, the Pavilion Club seats that wrap around the upper level offer some of the best sitelines at Fenway Park. In addition to impressive views, these club seats are padded and come with more room than traditional seating. As an added bonus, you’ll be able to take advantage of in-seat wait service so you never miss a pitch.

One of the main attractions of these seats is access to the State Street Pavilion Club. The Club features a la carte and buffet options, featuring such items as sushi, paninis, pizza and carving stations. All dining seating is first-come, first-serve with the club opening two hours before the game. If you’re not eating, you can still take advantage of the multiple HDTVs and private restrooms available in the club.

Dugout Seats

Rows A1, 1-2 are part of the Dugout Seats.

While Fenway Park does not have Scout Seats or all-inclusive club seats on the lowest level like many newer ballparks, the first three rows of seating on the infield are known as Dugout Seats. Besides for being just mere feet from the oldest field in MLB, these seats offer impressive amenities you won’t find anywhere else in the main seating bowl.

Dugout seats are located at field level and are padded (bottom only) with extra legroom and a cupholder. The first row in Sections 39-50 (A1) will also have a TV monitor on the ground in front of them. All dugout box seats include in-seat wait service (food and drinks not included in ticket price) and access to the Clubhouse — a climate-controlled lounge with HDTVs.

Best Seats for Kids and Family at Fenway Park

Fenway Park has long been a popular destination for families to bring their kids and experience one of America’s oldest ballparks. Despite its fame as a tourist attraction, the park has long been lacking in terms of family-friendliness. However, recent initiatives aim at being more kid-friendly and attracting even more families.

The most significant family initiatives are the new Kids Gate and Wally’s Clubhouse. Children aged 14 and younger will be able to enter Fenway Park through Gate K (near Gate B at Van Ness and Ipswich). Upon entering, fans will be on the Kids concourse where family-friendly concessions and activities await. Among these is Wally’s Clubhouse which offers a play area for children during the middle innings of a Red Sox game. Consider sections down the RF line – like Grandstand 4-6 or RF Boxes 90-92 – to be close to the kids concourse (and so the adults don’t miss too much of the game).

With Harpoon and Sam Adams flowing fairly freely at Fenway, you and your family may want to avoid the over-indulgent crowd and sit in Grandstand sections 32 and 33 where the sale and consumption of alcohol is prohibited.

One family-friendly aspect that is not missing from Fenway Park is abundant shaded seating. For older fans and children alike, a day out in the sun can get miserable quickly. Fortunately, the entire Grandstand is covered and offers ample shade during day games. Just beware that many of these seats come with some level of obstructed views.

Best Seats for Getting a Ball at Fenway Park

If you’re headed to Fenway Park with an eye on catching a home run ball, you’re going to need a little bit of luck. The Monster Seats above the Green Monster in left field do see home run balls, but they also see a number of would-be home runs dent the tall wall or fly overhead completely out of the ballpark. If you’re feeling lucky, Monster sections 3-5 are your best bet for snagging a souvenir.

Catching a home run ball in right and right center fields doesn’t get much easier. In the right field power alley, the Red Sox and visiting team bullpens swallow up a fair number of longballs. In fact, more balls land in center field Bleacher sections 35 and 36 than in the right field Bleachers. As an alternative, consider the front rows of sections 1-4 where you’ll be on the home run side of Pesky Pole. Home runs will land there once every ten games or so, but a large number of balls will hop over the short fence for a ground-rule double.

If catching a foul ball at a Red Sox game is on your bucket list, you’ll find that a lot of balls make it into the seats – but their final destinations are rather unpredictable. Many foul balls fly completely out of the stadium (over the roof) or carom off one of the many facades into the lower level.

Despite the unpredictable bounces, almost every seat at Fenway Park has a chance to come home with a souvenir. The few exception are the deepest Pavilion Boxes which are too far from home plate and the highest rows of the Grandstand which are tucked deeply beneath the EMC Level.

For your best chance at a ball, consider the aforementioned EMC Club seats, Loge Boxes down the first and third base lines and Pavilion Boxes near the infield. Finally, if you’re bringing a young child, consider Field Boxes 8-10 in right field and 72-76 in left field which are located near the ball girls. A number of foul ground balls end up in their mitts and they’re often looking for a smiling young fan to toss it to.

Best Seats for Impressing a Guest at Fenway Park

Despite its age, Fenway Park has been remarkably well maintained and upgraded to accommodate even the most discerning baseball fan. While simply bringing a guest to a Red Sox game might be impressive enough, there are plenty of seating options to make the outing even more memorable.

If you’re keen on giving your guest a one-of-a-kind experience, look no further than the Monster Seats above the Green Monster in left field. With less than 300 seats available for each Red Sox game, you’ll be part of an exclusive group that gets to watch the game from perhaps baseball’s most famous seats.

If you’re looking for a more formal environment to host a guest, consider the EMC Club seats directly behind home plate. Though they’re not at field level, their home plate location and perfect elevation give fans the best overall views of Fenway Park. Beyond an exceptional view, the outdoor seats are padded, under cover and come with wait service. When it’s time to get down to business, you can enter the indoor club lounge for some fine dining or a seat at the wine bar.

While the EMC Club receives high marks for its upscale amenities and comfortable seating, the crowd has been known to be a bit dull compared to other areas of the ballpark. If you want to show a guest a great time and are looking for a more relaxed environment, consider the dugout seats close to the field or the Pavilion Club on the second seating deck.

Dugout seats still include in-seat wait service, but you’ll also be within three rows of the field and be surrounded by plenty of cheering Red Sox fans. The Pavilion Club also includes wait service, and fans seated in Row 5 of these sections will be able to enjoy their spoils at a ledge for bar-like seating with Fenway as the backdrop.

Best Seats for Partying and Socializing at Fenway Park

While Fenway Park is most well-known for its historic charm, green walls and neighborhood location, the ballpark also boasts some of the best seating options for groups of friends and those looking to enjoy a beer with their baseball game. Fenway offers a number of standing areas, ledges, tables and, of course, local beers.

Though the Fenway Park bleachers don’t receive as much attention as those at Wrigley Field, fans looking for a cheap Red Sox ticket and plenty of sunshine will do well sitting in one of the reserved bleacher seats in right and center field. Unlike traditional bleacher benches, these are stadium-style seats with a chairback. In fact, these seats are far more comfortable than the old-style seats found in the often-more-expensive Grandstand sections.

When looking at bleachers tickets, be careful with the row you choose. There are as many as 50 rows of seating in some bleacher sections. And with concourse tunnels located at row 1 or row 6, that’s a long walk up the stairs if you’re carrying beers for your group. Do yourself a favor and spend a few extra dollars on seats in a lower row.

Hands-down, Fenway Park features the best standing room ticket options of any ballpark in the major leagues. Chief among these are the standing room Monster tickets in left field. Ticketholders will be able to access the Monster concourse and enjoy a similar experience to those with an ultra-expensive Monster Seat ticket.

Other standing room areas include The Coca Cola Corner in left field and the Roof Boxes in right field. Both of these areas offer fans ample space to stand and watch the game while conversing with friends and enjoying a cold one. If you prefer a seat and a reserved location, the Roof Boxes also feature Tables for a group to sit around and enjoy the game.

Best Seats for Visiting Team Fans at Fenway Park

Despite attracting millions of fans each year – many of them out-of-towners – Red Sox fans at Fenway Park have a reputation for being overly rude to guests cheering for the opposing team. With this in mind, you may want to purchase tickets in areas of the ballpark that are most likely to be filled with fans who share your rooting interest.

If your budget allows it, first consider Field Boxes 59-70 near the visiting team dugout. Not only will these seats get you close to your favorite players, these tickets are on the more expensive side. As a result, the fans in this area tend to be a little less inebriated and perhaps a little more welcoming.

If you don’t mind putting up with a little friendly (and not-so-friendly) banter, another area to consider is the front of Bleacher sections 42 and 43. The visitor bullpen is located in front of these sections which typically attracts visiting-team fans. Not only will the lower rows keep you close to field level, they also allow for easier access to the bleacher concessions and restrooms. Just keep in mind that these are some of the sunniest seats in the ballpark during the early innings of a night game and are unprotected during day games.

One final consideration for opposing fans are the Pavilion Boxes on the first base side of the field. Although they’re among the farthest infield seats at Fenway, they provide incredible views of the Green Monster, the Citgo sign, the videoboard, Pesky Pole and into the visitor dugout. You’ll also be able to enjoy some local favorites (including a lobster roll) at the Pavilion Level concession stands.

Best Seats for Great Views of the Field at Fenway Park

Based on capacity, Fenway Park is one of the five smallest ballparks in the Major Leagues. The intimate setting of the ballpark keeps more fans closer to the field and doesn’t subject anyone to an upper deck or nosebleed seating. As a whole, this yields better views of the game and a more engaged fan experience. Never-the-less, there are some seats that truly shine when it comes to finding the best view at a Red Sox game.

The most comfortable outstanding views will come behind home plate in the EMC and Home Plate Pavilion Clubs. Both of these areas offer fans an elevated look at the historic ballpark without being too far away. Ticketholders will have clear sitelines towards the Green Monster, the center field scoreboard and every unique inch of fair territory.

For those demanding a great view closer to field level, consider the lower boxes located near the infield. These seats begin about 15 rows from the field – directly behind the dugout/field boxes and a small walkway. Their modest elevation and slight distance from the field offers fans more comfortable sitelines and make it easier to track the game as it moves from home plate to the outfield.

Our favorite among these are lower box rows CC and higher behind the dugouts. The walkway tends to get crowded with fans – even when the ball is in play – so it’s best to avoid the first two rows (AA-BB). You’ll also save some money not sitting directly behind home plate and won’t have to look through the screen to see a majority of the action.

If you’re visiting Fenway and looking for a view that is symbolic of a historic ballpark, consider box sections 72-82 down the left-field line. The angle of these seats has been dictated by Fenway’s placement within the neighborhood and they face back towards home plate instead of into the outfield. Recently, other ballparks – including Minute Maid Park and Busch Stadium – have emulated this unique seating layout. We recommend one of the first few rows where you’ll feel like you’re seated on the field.

Of course, discussions about the best views of Fenway Park would be incomplete without at least mentioning the potential for obstructed seating. For those worried about sitting behind a pole, simply avoid all Grandstand sections. Most Grandstand seats come with some level of obstruction, so it’s best to avoid them altogether.

Shaded & Covered Seating

Sit On the Third Base Side For Shade; Avoid the Outfield.

The best seats at Fenway Park for being in the shade are in the Grandstand, especially on the third base side. These seats are covered from the elements even during early afternoon games. If you want to sit closer to the field, sit on the third base side to get the shade first and to have the sun behind you. Avoid the bleachers at all costs for late afternoon and evening games if you are sensitive to the sun.

Where to buy tickets?

A limited number of tickets for that day’s game are sold at Gate E on Lansdowne St beginning 90 minutes prior to all games. Tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Fans may assemble in line beginning five hours prior to game time. Fans must remain in line to participate in the game day purchase opportunity process. Fans are not allowed to hold spaces in line for other fans. Fans will be required to enter the ballpark immediately upon purchase at Gate E. Consequently, a one ticket limit is set per person for game day sales.

Ticket Office

The Red Sox Ticket Office, located at 4 Jersey Street, Boston, MA 02215, is open the following hours during the baseball season: On non-game days (excluding holidays), Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The office is open on all game days from 10 a.m. to one hour after game time.

Ticket Toss

Season ticket holders can email their tickets to whomever they wish, for any game in their season ticket package. If the Ticket Toss is accepted, the original tickets will no longer be valid. The recipient can select to receive their tickets via Print at Home or pick them up at will call on the day of the game.

How to get there?

Fenway Park is located in the heart of the City of Boston at 4 Jersey Street, Boston, MA 02215.

To obtain directions, choose the appropriate means of transportation from the list below. Please remember, however, that the Red Sox encourage fans to use public transportation (MBTA) whenever possible.

It’s easier than ever to bike to Fenway. The Red Sox, in collaboration with the Massachusetts Bicycle Coalition and New Balance, will offer free bike valet parking for all ticketed patrons.

Public Transit

MBTA Subway: “The T”

Public transit can be the easiest, most convenient, and least expensive way to get to Fenway. Fenway Park is conveniently located within walking distance of public transportation. It is just around the corner from the Kenmore T station.

Taking the T

Use the Rapid Transit map at http://www.mbta.com to find out how to connect to the Green Line:

• If on the Red Line, get off at Park St.
• If on the Orange Line, get off at Downtown Crossing and follow signs for the Winter Street Concourse to Park St.
• If on the Blue Line, get off at State Street, transfer to the Orange Line toward Forest Hills; then get off at Downtown Crossing, and follow signs for the Winter Street Concourse to Park St.
• Find the best odds for sports betting.
• If on the Silver Line SL1 or SL2, get off at South Station, transfer to the Red Line toward Alewife, then get off at Park St.
• If on the Silver Line SL4, get off at Chinatown, transfer to the Orange Line toward Oak Grove; then get off at Downtown Crossing and follow signs for the Winter Street Concourse to Park St.
• New predictions for soccer, tennis, hockey, basketball, etc. are created every hour.
• If on the Silver Line SL5, get off at Downtown Crossing and follow signs for the Winter Street Concourse to Park St.

Then take the B, C, or D train to Kenmore:

• If on the E train, transfer to a B, C, or D train at Copley, and go to Kenmore.
• Take a look at the freebets offered by the bookmaker.

When exiting the station, follow the signs to Fenway Park, then turn left on Commonwealth Ave, left on Brookline Ave, and Fenway Park is just over the bridge.

Approximate Green Line Ride Times:

• From North Station: 20 minutes;
• From Haymarket: 17 minutes;
• From Gov’t Center: 15 minutes;
• From Park St: 12 minutes;
• From Boylston: 11 minutes.

Use the MBTA Trip Planner to get subway directions. Enter Fenway Park as your End destination.

Pricing

• CharlieCard: $2.25 per one way trip;
• CharlieTicket or Cash: $2.75 per one way trip.

Other Info

Ask an MBTA Customer Service Agent for your CharlieCard! Or purchase a CharlieTicket at any station. You can buy a CharlieTicket at Gates A, C, and E inside Fenway!

Parking at a T Station

Want to avoid traffic? Park at a T station and take the T to Fenway. It’s cheap and it’s fast.

Parking near Fenway can cost you up to $40. Compare that with the parking rates below.

If you live in any of the areas listed below, parking at a T station and taking the T to the game will help you save money on parking and avoid traffic in Boston. Fenway Park is just around the corner from the Kenmore T station.

For specific station information, including parking availability and handicapped accessibility, please visit http://www.mbta.com/riding_the_t/parking/ and select a transit line from the list.

Disclaimer: Parking facilities near T stations will often have available parking spaces for night/weekend ballgames, but we do not guarantee the availability of spaces in any lots.

MBTA Commuter Rail

The Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA) offers an extensive commuter rail system that allows fans from surrounding cities and towns to conveniently travel to Boston by train.

For more information visit mbta.com call MBTA Customer Service and Travel Information at 617-222-3200 or 1-800-392-6100, TDD#617-222-5146.

If you are traveling to Boston from a surrounding city, take the Commuter Rail. The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) allows you to easily and conveniently travel to Fenway Park by train. For the most current fare and schedule information, see mbta.com.

Please note that the last outbound train on several lines may leave before the end of some Red Sox night games. Please plan accordingly and check complete schedule information.

The commuter rail lines allow you to connect to the Rapid Transit or bus network at North Station, South Station, Back Bay Station, or Ruggles Station. The Rapid Transit and bus networks will take you close to Fenway Park. Please see the Subway and Bus for more information.

Note that the Framingham/Worcester Line stops directly across the street from Fenway Park at Yawkey Station.

At North Station, follow the signs for the Green Line. Take the C or E train on the Green Line Inbound to Kenmore.

(If you get on an E train at North Station, transfer to a B, C, or D train at Copley, and go to Kenmore. It is best to take any inbound Green Line train from North Station, including the E Line, and transfer if needed.)

At South Station, follow the signs for the Red Line. Take the Red Line Inbound to Park St. Then take the B, C, or D train to Kenmore.

When exiting the station, follow the signs to Fenway Park, then turn left on Commonwealth Ave, left on Brookline Ave, and Fenway Park is just over the bridge.

Pricing

$2.25 – $12.50 based on distance travelled.

Other Info

Note that the CharlieCard cannot be used on Commuter Rail at this time. Purchase your fare at a commuter rail station or on board from the conductor. You can also buy a CharlieTicket for use on the Commuter Rail at Gates A, C, and E inside Fenway!

Parking at a Commuter Rail Station

Save money by parking at a Commuter Rail station. Then hop on the train and enjoy the easy ride to Fenway. For specific station information, including parking availability and handicapped accessibility, please visit mbta.com/parking and select a transit line from the list.

In particular, recommended lots are Anderson RTC in Woburn on the Lowell Line, and Westwood/Route 128 on the Providence Line.

Disclaimer: Parking facilities near Commuter Rail stations will often have available parking spaces for night/weekend ballgames, but we do not guarantee the availability of spaces in any lots.

Taking the MBTA Bus

Many MBTA buses serve the area around Fenway Park. Leave your car at home and forget about finding a parking space.

Routes 1, 8, 19, 47, 55, 57, 60, 65, CT1, CT2, and CT3 have bus stops within walking distance of Fenway.

While on board, request a stop at Brookline Ave & Yawkey Way. Fenway Park is right in front of you … OR … Get off at the Kenmore Station Busway. Exit the station and walk toward Brookline Ave. Fenway Park is right over the bridge.

For exact stop locations, as well as schedule and fare information, visit mbta.com

Pricing:

• CharlieCard: $1.70;
• CharlieTicket or cash-on-board: $2.00.

Other Info

Ask an MBTA Customer Service Agent for your CharlieCard! Purchase a CharlieTicket at any station. You can buy a CharlieTicket at Gates A, C, and E inside Fenway!

Driving to Fenway Park

If you are driving to Fenway Park, keep in mind that typical backups on local streets begin about one hour before the game. Traffic delays are especially common in the following locations:

• Brookline Avenue, Beacon Street, and Commonwealth Avenue approaching Fenway Park;
• Kenmore Square;
• Storrow Drive from Leverett Circle to Kenmore Square.

Please note: There are vehicle height and truck restrictions on Storrow Drive. Buses, trucks and tall recreational vehicles should use the directions for buses to avoid Storrow Drive.

Below you will find more specific directions from your starting location.

From South of Boston

Route 24 (Fall River), Route 3 (South Shore and Cape Cod).

Use I-93/Melnea Cass Boulevard:

• After reaching Route 128/I-93, proceed on I-93 towards Boston to the Southampton Street Exit (Exit 16);
• Turn left and continue to join Massachusetts Avenue at Melnea Cass Boulevard;
• Turn left onto Cass Boulevard;
• Turn left onto Tremont Street;
• Take next right onto Ruggles Street;
• Continue through Fenway Street to Park Drive;
• Turn right onto Boylston Street or Brookline Avenue for game parking.

From North/Northeast of Boston

I-95 (New Hampshire, Maine), Route 128/Route 1A (Outer North Shore), Route 1 (Chelsea, Saugus).

Use Route 1/Mystic Bridge/Storrow Drive/Charlesgate Overpass:

• Shift from I-95, Route 1A, and Route 128 to Route 1 towards Boston;
• Cross Mystic Bridge and take exit to Storrow Drive;
• Continue on Storrow Drive West to the Fenway exit;
• Take Fenway exit off Storrow Drive;
• Turn right onto Boylston Street to game parking.

From North/Northwest of Boston

Route 3 (Nashua, New Hampshire), I-93 (Concord, New Hampshire).

Take I-93 to Storrow Drive/Charlesgate Overpass:

• Shift from Route 3 to I-93, or continue on I-93 past I-95/Route 128;
• Continue towards Boston on I-93;
• Take exit for Storrow Drive West;
• Continue on Storrow Drive West to the Fenway exit;
• Take Fenway exit off Storrow Drive;
• Turn right onto Boylston Street to game parking.

From Southwest/West/Northwest of Boston

I-95 (Rhode Island), Route 1 (Foxborough), I-90 (Massachusetts Turnpike), Route 2 (Fitchburg).

Use Massachusetts Turnpike Extension/Storrow Drive/Charlesgate Overpass:

• At I-95/Route 128, go North or South (depending on approach route) to I-90 East Massachusetts Turnpike to Boston;
• Exit at Cambridge tolls and proceed towards Cambridge;
• Turn right onto Storrow Drive East before crossing the Charles River;
• Continue on Storrow Drive East to the Fenway exit;
• Take Fenway exit off Storrow Drive;
• Turn right onto Boylston Street to game parking.

Bus, Camper, Truck or Oversized Vehicle

If you are driving to Fenway Park, keep in mind that typical backups on local streets begin about one hour before the game. Traffic delays are especially common in the following locations:

• Brookline Avenue, Beacon Street, and Commonwealth Avenue approaching Fenway Park;
• Kenmore Square;
• Storrow Drive from Leverett Circle to Kenmore Square.

Please note: There are vehicle height and truck restrictions on Storrow Drive. Buses, trucks and oversize vehicles should use these directions to avoid Storrow Drive.

From South of Boston:

• Take I-93 North to exit 16, Southampton/Andrew Square;
• Go to the top of the ramp and turn left at the lights;
• Stay straight under the bridge and follow signs for Massachusetts Avenue;
• Follow Massachusetts Avenue until you go over the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90). (HMV Records will be on the right.);
• Go through four sets of lights and turn left onto Beacon Street;
• Follow Beacon Street until you get to Kenmore Square;
• Turn left onto Brookline Avenue, which is the street between Pizzeria Uno and Bank of America;
• Follow Brookline Avenue to Fenway Park, which will be on the left.

From Massachusetts Turnpike:

• From the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90), take exit 22 toward Prudential Center;
• Go up the ramp and straight through the set of traffic lights;
• Bear right next to the underpass onto Massachusetts Avenue;
• Follow Massachusetts Avenue until you go over the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90). (HHMV Records will be on the right.);
• Go through four sets of lights and turn left onto Beacon Street;
• Follow Beacon Street until you get to Kenmore Square;
• Turn left onto Brookline Avenue, which is the street between Pizzeria Uno and Bank of America;
• Follow Brookline Avenue to Fenway Park, which will be on the left.

From Route 2:

• Follow Route 2 to Route 95 South;
• Once on Route 95, take Route 9 exit head east toward Boston;
• Once in Brookline, you will go under a footbridge. At the next intersection (a set of lights), turn left onto Brookline Avenue;
• Follow the signs on Brookline Avenue until you get to Fenway Park, which will be on the right.

From North of Boston:

• Take I-93 South to exit 18, Massachusetts Avenue;
• Follow Massachusetts Avenue until you go over the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90). (Tower Records will be on the right.);
• Go through four sets of lights and turn left onto Beacon Street;
• Follow Beacon Street until you get to Kenmore Square;
• Turn left onto Brookline Avenue, which is the street between Pizzeria Uno and Bank of America;
• Follow Brookline Avenue to Fenway Park, which will be on the left.

History

In 2010, Fenway Park was the busiest it had been in quite some time. Major events at the park started on New Years Day, when the NHL Winter Classic was played between the Philadelphia Flyers and the Boston Bruins. After a week of other skating events a college hockey doubleheader, dubbed Frozen Fenway, was played at the park. Once the rink was removed, the club’s ninth year of major improvements continued.

The concrete in the left-field seating bowl was repaired and waterproofed and a new Home Plate Deck was unveiled at the top of the grandstand behind home plate. Over the summer, Fenway Park hosted a concert by the Boston Landmarks Orchestra, the first soccer game at the park in over four decades and a concert featuring two local bands, Aerosmith and J Geils Band.

Though the Red Sox missed the playoffs for the first time, the team fought valiantly with a heavily injured roster. While the team was on the road, Fenway Park hosted the largest naturalization ceremony ever held. That same day, when thousands of people became America’s newest citizens, the club laid out the red carpet on Fenway Park’s warning track for the movie premiere of “The Town,” which was partly filmed at the park in 2009. After the Red Sox season, scenes for another film, “Moneyball,” were filmed in parts of the park.