What to Wear to a New York Yankees Game?

Whether you live in the New York area, the surrounding metropolitan cities, or are simply visiting from out-of-town, attending a New York Yankees game can be one of the most enjoyable and exciting experiences you’ll have.  With the area surrounding Yankee Stadium having been recently renovated, you’ll find a plethora of food and drink options to keep you busy both before and after the baseball game.

And whether it’s your first time to Yankee Stadium or you’re a season ticket holder, attending a New York Yankees game can be loads of fun for the entire family.  But before you head out to the local game, you may be wondering, what exactly should I wear to a New York Yankees game?

Below, we’re going to review what to wear to a New York Yankees game and provide you with options to ensure you blend in perfectly with the local crowd and other Yankees fans.  And because the Yankees wear a mix of navy blue, gray, and white, these clothing pieces will go perfectly with many of your other outfits as well!

Things to do Around Yankee Stadium

Let’s be honest, in the heart of the Bronx in New York City, there are a plethora of options and things to do both before and after a Yankees game.  Whether you’re getting to Yankee Stadium by foot, taxi, or the subway, you’ll have plenty of options for food, drink, and entertainment.

• Hard Rock Café at Yankee Stadium – the Hard Rock Café is one of the most famous restaurants in the world.  And the Hard Rock Café at Yankee Stadium lives up to that reputation.  Located at Gate 6 on the corner of 161st Street and River Avenue, the café is spacious and seats up to 165 guests.  The café is open year-round and welcomes both ticketholders and non-ticketholders to enjoy their food and drinks.

• Bronx Museum of the Arts – the Bronx Museum of the Arts is located near Yankee Stadium and has been established for over 50 years.  The museum is a contemporary art museum that looks to connect diverse audiences to the urban experience.  This is done through its permanent and special collections.  If you’re looking for something to do before the Yankees game, then visiting the Bronx Museum of the Arts is an absolute must.

• Bronx Terminal Market – if you’re looking to do some shopping before the Yankees game then the Bronx Terminal Market is your best option.  Located directly across the street from Yankee Stadium the Bronx Terminal Market is nearly a million square feet of retail space and has enough parking for over 2,600 cars.  In addition to shopping, there are a number of fast-casual restaurants to choose from.

• New York Botanical Garden – perhaps our favorite trip whenever we make it to the Bronx, the New York Botanical Garden was established in 1891 and is distinguished for its beauty, landscape, collections, and gardens.  Definitely a change of scenery for anyone in New York and an absolute must visit whether going to the Yankees game or not.

General Weather Conditions in New York

Once you’ve found a list of things to do both before and after the Yankees game, it is important to plan your outfit.  However, doing so requires understanding the general weather conditions and climate in New York and near Yankee Stadium.

Generally, New York, being in the northeastern portion of the country, has a humid subtropical climate.  And although the temperatures do dip into the lower 20’s between December through February, those are months that the MLB is offseason.

During the MLB season, and for when the Yankees play at their home stadium, that is between the months of April through October, the weather generally remains within a low of 45-degrees to a high of 84-degrees.  Of course, these conditions can fluctuate, but generally the weather in New York can get chilly during the winter months and humid during the summer ones.

Preparing for a New York Yankees Game

Due to the fluctuations in weather in New York, you should prepare yourself for hotter and colder conditions.  Although the temperature does drop a bit as the sunsets, with the longer summer days, you may still feel the warmth and tinge of the sun against your skin as the game starts.

As such, it is always recommended to apply sunscreen before heading out to a game and when in the sun for prolonged periods of time.  Sunscreen is one of the best forms of protection against the sun’s harmful UV rays. 

In addition to reducing the risk of sunburn, sunscreen can dramatically reduce your risk of skin cancer.  Statistics have shown that by the age of 70, one in five Americans will develop skin cancer.  However, you can lower your risk by using sunscreen with a minimum rating of SPF 30 or higher when you are planning on being out in the sun for prolonged periods of time.

Similarly, be sure to drink copious amounts of hydrating liquids, including water and sports drinks to help against the heat.  These drinks will also help to keep you hydrated and will ensure that you remain active and awake during the game.

However, as New York City does experience extreme cold conditions, including rain and snow, you should also prepare for those weather conditions.  Bringing an umbrella with you to the game can help or you may opt for a rain jacket.  Similarly, many visitors to Yankee Stadium will don a plastic, reusable raincoat.

A Baseball Cap

One of the best, and easiest, pieces of clothing to wear to the Yankees game is none other than a baseball cap.  Not only will a baseball cap help you to avoid the beating sun on your forehead and in your eyes, but most baseball caps feature the logo of the team you are rooting for.

Personally, we’ve purchased and wear the New Era Yankees Cap.  A classic design and one that is commonly seen throughout the city, the baseball cap has simple yet striking features.  With a navy-blue color throughout, the classic New York Yankees logo is prominently displayed at the front of the cap.

New York Yankees T-Shirt or Jersey

When it comes to upper wear, honestly the best options when going to a baseball game are to rep the team’s jerseys or a t-shirt with their logo.  Both options are easy and generally affordable and will also allow you to showcase your team fandom.

However, we personally have never been fans of wearing team jerseys due to their relative tightness around the arms.  In addition, team jerseys can be quite costly, sometimes coming to several hundreds of dollars.  Rather, we generally opt for a short or long-sleeved shirt with the team logo, name, or phrase.

When it comes to choosing a shirt to wear to the Yankees game, we personally prefer long-sleeve shirts.  Again, while the weather can reach the mid 80’s, the weather in New York can rapidly drop.  And you really don’t want to be left out in the cold and uncomfortable while the game progresses.

Personally, we really like this long-sleeved Yankees shirt by Nike.  With the words, ‘Bronx Bombers’ inscribed near the chest of the shirt and the Yankees logo emblazoned directly beneath, it is a simple yet effective shirt.  With a simple navy-blue colored design, you really can’t go wrong with this shirt.

Joggers or Athletic Pants

Interestingly enough, we typically opt to go for a pair of joggers or athletic pants when going to a Yankees game.  The reason is that while the weather may be warmer, rain showers can occur at almost any time. And we’re really not fans of wearing wet jeans.

However, we generally like to go for comfort over style, especially while at the ballgame.  And if the weather will be warm and hot, you don’t want to feel sweaty and uncomfortable throughout the duration of the game.  Rather, upon confirming that the weather will remain warm and sunny, opting for shorts or pants which are a bit loose and will allow your legs to breathe and not feel enclosed is a great option.

By far our favorite joggers are from Vuori.  A bit more expensive than other options, these joggers are insanely comfortable.  In fact, you’ll feel like you’re wearing nothing at all with them on.  Vuori makes great joggers for both men and women and with a plethora of color options, you’ll be able to find the perfect ones to fit with your Yankees gear. 

Sunglasses

Lastly, if you are planning on attending a New York Yankees game set for the middle of the day, it may be worthwhile to bring along a pair of sunglasses.  With the sun directly overhead, it may be difficult to view what is happening on the field without sunglasses.

Further, sunglasses should be able to help you avoid squinting and causing strain to your eyes.  And while you could opt for a pair of smart glasses, you really don’t have to and a simple pair should suffice for the day.   

And while there are plenty of sunglass options, we like to keep it simple and classy.  A pair of aviators always gets the job done and looks stylish in the process.