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Fully vaccinated fans no longer required to wear masks at Mariners games at T-Mobile Park
This change takes effect at tonight’s game against the Detroit Tigers; maskless fans may be asked to produce proof of vaccination
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Beginning today, fully vaccinated fans attending Seattle Mariners games at T-Mobile Park are no longer required to wear masks. This change brings ballpark protocols into alignment with recently announced Centers for Disease Control and state of Washington guidelines for fully vaccinated individuals.
Fans who show proof of vaccination will receive a wristband when they enter through the Center Field or Right Field Gate, or when they check in at the vaccine-only seating sections. The wristband verifies that they are permitted to go mask-free while in the ballpark.
Seating expansion, vaccinated sections another ‘milestone’ on return to normal
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It’s another small step towards a return to normalcy in the region.
The Seattle Sounders on Tuesday announced that they will expand seating and open vaccinated sections starting on May 23, when Atlanta United visits Lumen Field. The announcement, first reported by Sounder at Heart last week, will allow fans who have received both vaccinations and passed the waiting period to “stand side-by-side with fellow Sounders FC fans in the comfort of knowing that everyone is fully vaccinated and verified accordingly,” per a release from the team.
As permitted by regional health authorities, including Public Health – Seattle & King County and the Washington State Department of Health, Seattle Sounders FC is preparing to introduce vaccinated sections at Lumen Field beginning with the club’s May 23 match against Atlanta United. Partnering with Virginia Mason Franciscan Health on this initiative, today’s announcement moves Sounders FC’s matchday closer to a traditional experience, as these new sections are being sold at 100 percent capacity. With all individuals being fully vaccinated, attendees in these sections can stand side-by-side with fellow Sounders FC fans in the comfort of knowing that everyone is fully vaccinated and verified accordingly. Beginning May 23, fans who attend matches at Lumen Field in these sections are still required to wear masks and to provide valid documentation of their vaccination.
Sounders FC Vaccinated Section Information
As permitted by Public Health – Seattle & King County and the Washington State Department of Health, Sounders FC and Lumen Field are now able to offer sections reserved for fully vaccinated patrons.
The sections that are being offered as vaccinated sections are the Emerald City Supporters section in the south end of Lumen Field (lower 121-123) and sections 304-309 in the east 300 level.
When will tickets be on sale?
Tickets in the vaccinated sections will be available for the May 23 vs. Atlanta United and May 30 Austin FC matches. Ticket priority will go to our Season Ticket Holders as first priority. Tickets may be available on the resale market starting May 17 and to the general public on May 20.