Veterans Stadium Park
Former Philadelphia sports stadium, once home to teams
Open from 1971 to 2003, Veterans Stadium in Philadelphia hosted the Phillies and Eagles; sports fans visit archives and nearby memorials recalling games from its era.
Veterans Stadium at a Glance#
About Veterans Stadium#
Veterans Stadium, commonly called the Vet, was a multiuse stadium in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, that served as the city’s primary professional sports venue from 1971 until its closure in 2003. It hosted both Major League Baseball and National Football League teams.
Constructed and opened in 1971, Veterans Stadium replaced earlier local facilities and functioned as the shared home of the Philadelphia Phillies and Philadelphia Eagles. The stadium closed after the 2003 season and was demolished in 2004 as both teams moved to new, sport-specific venues.
The stadium was located in South Philadelphia near the sports complex area, close to the intersection of Broad Street and Pattison Avenue, within the urban grid of the city.
- Dates and tenants: Opened in 1971 and demolished in 2004; it was the home stadium for the Philadelphia Eagles (NFL) and the Philadelphia Phillies (MLB) during its existence.
- Capacity: Seating capacity was roughly in the mid-60,000s for major events, configured to host both professional football and baseball.
How to Get to Veterans Stadium#
The former site of Veterans Stadium is in the South Philadelphia sports complex area. The area is accessible by SEPTA regional rail and bus services; the sports complex remains a hub with new venues that replaced the old stadium.
Tips for Visiting Veterans Stadium#
- If visiting for a sports history angle, pair the walk with nearby Philadelphia sports museums or historical tours.
- The stadium closed and was demolished in 2004; look for plaques and memorials in the surrounding urban fabric that recall its legacy.
Best Time to Visit Veterans Stadium#
The stadium no longer exists as an active venue; visits are to the neighbourhood and historical sites.
Weather & Climate near Veterans Stadium#
Veterans Stadium's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1118 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -4° - 5° | -4° | 89 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -4° - 6° | -2° | 71 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 1° - 11° | 3° | 99 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 6° - 17° | 12° | 95 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 11° - 23° | 17° | 104 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 16° - 28° | 22° | 90 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 19° - 31° | 25° | 112 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 19° - 30° | 24° | 108 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 15° - 26° | 20° | 98 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 8° - 20° | 14° | 76 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 3° - 13° | 6° | 87 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -2° - 8° | 0° | 89 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
