Gallagher Square
In celebration of the 20th Anniversary of Petco Park, the Padres invested heavily to renovate and transform Gallagher Square, providing fans and the community with expanded amenities, and building on the decades-long commitment to deliver ¡°More than a Ballpark.¡± Please review the monthly calendar linked below, noting that all elements are subject to change.
Community Amenities
Based on community feedback, the renovated Gallagher Square includes new and improved features for the community, all with an eye toward celebrating the Padres¡¯ history and San Diego¡¯s baseball traditions, including:
- Expanded Playground, presented by Nuna, for wider range of ages and abilities
- Fenced, Off-Leash Dog Park, presented by Petco
- Improved Play Ball Field
- Temporary Pickleball Courts
- Tony Gwynn Terrace Viewing Deck and Picnic Space
Gallagher Square has been reconfigured to allow portions of the park to remain open for public use more frequently. To view the monthly schedule, please use the button linked above.
Pickleball Court Rules & Operations Policy
Petco Park proudly offers free access to pickleball courts multiple times a month for the community's enjoyment. Please take a moment to review the following rules, etiquette, prohibited items, as well as policies for the operation of the courts.
Gallagher Square Pickleball Rules
- Non-marking athletic shoes required
- Players are prohibited from climbing, hitting, or mishandling the net
- Children under the age of 12 must be supervised by an adult at all times
- Players must bring their own paddles, balls, and other necessary equipment
- Non-compliant individuals will be promptly removed
- Use of the Pickleball Courts is at the players¡¯ own risk
- Courts may be slippery when wet
- Private lessons prohibited
Pickleball Etiquette
- Courts are for Pickleball only
- First Come, First Served: Courts operate on a first come, first served basis unless there is a special designation for events or programs
- Warm-Ups: Warm-ups are limited to 5 minutes
- Queuing: Place paddles in a single line to wait for play
- Social Courts: 1, 2, and 3, player have a two-game maximum
- Challenge Court: 4, winners stay until they lose, however if there are 8 or more paddles waiting for play, players have a two-game maximum
- Sportsmanship: Players are expected to exhibit good sportsmanship and courtesy at all times
Pickleball Prohibited Items
- Bicycles, skateboards, roller skates, scooters, razors
- Food, glass, or alcoholic beverages
- Animals are not permitted on pickleball courts (except ADA-recognized service animals)
Monthly Schedule: The schedule for community pickleball court availability will be posted monthly (linked above). Additionally, the schedule will be emailed to neighboring residents and businesses to ensure widespread access to information. Ensuring members of the community have access to the courts while managing scheduling needs and operational considerations is our priority. Please note the schedule is subject to change.
Court Hours: The pickleball courts will be open from dawn until 8 PM, subject to change. Please note that these hours may vary based on scheduling needs and unforeseen circumstances. If there are any changes to the operating hours, they will be posted onsite for players' convenience.
Court Closures: There may be times when the courts need to be closed due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Notifications regarding closures will be posted online and communicated via email.
Feedback and Comments: We value your feedback and encourage you to share your comments and suggestions regarding the pickleball courts and their operation. Please send your comments to [email protected].
Concerts at the Sycuan Stage in Gallagher Square
Join us at the premier concert venue in San Diego ¨C Petco Park ¨C for concerts at the Sycuan Stage in Gallagher Square. Be sure to check out our upcoming concerts, which feature several shows in Gallagher Square! Learn more at Padres.com/Concerts and Padres.com/Events.
About Gallagher
Gallagher, a global leader in insurance, risk management and consulting services brings you Gallagher Square at Petco Park.
Through tailored insurance and HR and benefits consulting solutions, Gallagher not only helps protect the San Diego community, but brings it together on and off game days, creating opportunities for families, friends and neighbors to gather. Gallagher Square is a square of green space just northeast of Petco Park, in the heart of our city, and serves much like a 'town square' has historically done for community gatherings. The sentiment of this space fits well with Gallagher's philosophy of shared values, "The Gallagher Way," which encourages striving for excellence, celebrating teamwork, and giving back to the community. Gallagher Square brings the essence of these company values to life.
In over 150 countries, Gallagher is all about helping your communities and local businesses face their future with confidence.