Downtown St. Louis to be Inundated by 100,000 Sports Fans from 3 Teams

Downtown St. Louis is gearing up for a jam-packed Saturday as it prepares to host three major sporting events and a concert, expected to draw in a crowd of 100,000 people. The city is abuzz with excitement as the Cardinals gear up to play the Miami Marlins in their home opener series at 1:15 p.m., followed by the Battlehawks taking on the Arlington Renegades at 7 p.m., and City SC facing off against FC Dallas at 7:30 p.m.

Adding to the excitement, former Cardinals pitcher Adam Wainwright will be performing as the opening act for the Zac Brown Band at Chaifetz Arena at 8 p.m., in front of a sold-out crowd. Business owners are eagerly anticipating the influx of customers, with Jack Patrick’s Bar and Grill owner Kevin Liese expecting double the sales of a typical non-game Saturday.

Despite recent challenges faced by downtown businesses, including the impact of COVID-19 and safety concerns, Saturday’s events present a unique opportunity to showcase the vibrancy of downtown St. Louis. With increased patrols by the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department and additional security measures in place, officials are working to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees.

As fans and visitors flock to downtown St. Louis for the action-packed day, businesses are gearing up to welcome the crowds and capitalize on the surge in foot traffic. From restaurants to parking facilities, everyone is ready to make the most of this exciting day in the heart of the city.