T-Mobile Park security
T-Mobile Park has implemented a clear bag policy for all events.
- Clear plastic or vinyl bags no larger than 12" x 6" x 12" are permitted. One-gallon clear plastic zip-top bags are also allowed.
- Security must be able to see inside and identify items to the bottom of the bag. Items may not be used to obscure the view of bag contents, including but not limited to non-clear bags, pouches, etc. Bags with interior contents obscured from view are not allowed.
- Small clutch bags no larger than 4.5" x 6.5" are permitted. (Bags do not have to be clear plastic or vinyl.)
- Backpacks, multi-compartment bags, duffle bags, and purses larger than 4.5"x6.5" are not permitted. Exceptions will be made for medically necessary items or single-compartment diaper bags (child must be present).
Guest arrival
The main guest entrance is the "Home Plate Gate" on First Avenue S.
Student arrival
Students must present their SPU ID to enter T-Mobile Park. Student entry is through the Right Field Gate across from the parking garage on Edgar Martinez Drive S. Students should arrive by 9 a.m.
Photography
Grad Images is the official photography company for Commencement. They will take a photograph of each graduate receiving a (faux) diploma, and graduates will receive a proof in the mail shortly after the ceremony. SPU will be covering the cost of one ordered print. You can contact the company at 1-800-628-4509, or by visiting gradimages.com. No other photographers are allowed on the arena floor or in any aisle in the stands.
ADA seating
For guests using a wheelchair or walker, ADA seating (with one companion seat) is available. Graduates must make requests for accessible guest seating by contacting graduationinfo@spu.edu.
Please ask a staff member for directions to ADA seating upon arrival at Commencement.
ADA drop-off
Guest Parking is available in the Mariners Parking Garage and at numerous surrounding locations near the ballpark. The Mariners Parking Garage can accommodate vehicles with a height of 7' or less.
Disabled-parking spaces: Only vehicles with state-issued disabled parking plates or permits are allowed in these areas. To pre-purchase disabled parking, please call (206) 346-4001. For more information, visit Mariners.com/Parking.
Captioning and hearing devices
Assisted-listening devices that transmit ballpark audio are available for Guests with hearing or visual impairments for complimentary use during games. Please stop by the Main Guest Service Center at Section 128 to pick up the devices or for more information.
Balloons and wrapped packages
All guests entering the arena will be subject to a security check at the main entrances. Balloons, beach balls, other inflatable items, and wrapped packages are not allowed inside the arena. There will be a place to tie balloons outside, but we cannot guarantee they will be there when the ceremony is finished.
Concessions
Outside food is permitted in single-serving sizes. Sealed, clear plastic water bottles up to 32 oz, baby bottles, beverages related to medical needs, and unopened, soft-sided single serve containers like juice boxes are permitted. Soda, coffee, or other beverages are not allowed. Guests may also bring in one empty plastic reusable bottle 32 ounces or smaller. These items will be subject to a security check. Again, only clear bags can be brought into T-Mobile Park.
Getting to T-Mobile Park
Please refer to the directions and parking page for more information.