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What to Wear to a St. Louis Cardinals Game?

What to Wear to a St. Louis Cardinals Game?

Whether you live in the St. Louis area, the surrounding metropolitan cities, or are simply visiting from out-of-town, attending a St. Louis Cardinals game can be one of the most enjoyable and exciting experiences you’ll have. 

With the area surrounding Busch 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 Busch Stadium or you’re a season ticket holder, attending a St. Louis Cardinals 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 St. Louis Cardinals game?

Below, we’re going to review what to wear to a St. Louis Cardinals game and provide you with options to ensure you blend in perfectly with the local crowd and other Cardinals fans

And because the Cardinals wear a mix of red, yellow, navy, and white these clothing pieces will go perfectly with many of your other outfits as well!

Planning on attending a Cardinals game? Find out the average length of a game before you go!

Things to do Around Busch Stadium

Let’s be honest, Busch Stadium, located in St. Louis, Missouri, there are a plethora of options and things to do both before and after a Cardinals game.

And whether you’re getting to Busch Stadium by foot or taxi, you’ll have plenty of options for food, drink, and entertainment.

  • St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame Museum – the St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame Museum is located in downtown St. Louis and is a dedicated team hall of fame which represents the history, players, and personnel of the Cardinals. Adjacent to Busch Stadium, the museum contains memorabilia and artifacts from the team’s history.
  • Gateway Arch – the Gateway Arch is, perhaps, the most famous monument in St. Louis and attracts countless tourists to the area each year. A stainless steel weighted catenary arch, it is the world’s tallest arch and Missouri’s tallest accessible building. Built as a monument to the westward expansion of the United States, the arch was designed by Finnish-American architect Eero Saarinen in 1947 and was completed in 1965.
  • National Blues Museum – the National Blues Museum is a non-profit museum in St. Louis that is dedicated to exploring the musical history and impact of blues music. Offering a rotating collection of exhibits, live performances, and records, the museum is also available for private events.

General Weather Conditions in St. Louis, Missouri

Once you’ve found a list of things to do both before and after the Cardinals game, it is important to plan your outfit.  

However, doing so requires understanding the general weather conditions and climate in St. Louis and near the Busch Stadium.

Generally, St. Louis has four seasons: hot, humid summers; wet, cool falls; cold, damp winters; and even wetter springs.

During the MLB season, and for when the St. Louis Cardinals play at their home stadium, that is between the months of April through October, the weather generally remains within a low of 48-degrees to a high of 90-degrees. 

Of course, these conditions can fluctuate, but generally the weather in St. Louis varies greatly depending on the specific season.

In addition, St. Louis has been known to have sprinkles and flurries of rain, so again, be prepared for the possibility of rain when visiting the Busch Stadium.

Preparing for a St. Louis Cardinals Game

Due to the fluctuations in weather in St. Louis, you should prepare yourself for both 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 St. Louis is known for its rainy days, we definitely recommend bringing along an umbrella to the game. Doing so will help keep you dry from the occasional downpour and wet conditions.

We generally prefer to bring along an all-weather umbrella, such as this elite series by BNF. Strong and durable, this umbrella really does offer some of the best protection against the elements that St. Louis so famously has.

Alternatively, if you’re worried about some light rain, many visitors to Busch Stadium will simply don a plastic, reusable raincoat, which we have done ourselves.

A Baseball Cap

One of the best, and easiest, pieces of clothing to wear to a St. Louis Cardinals 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.

Now, and unlike many other MLB teams, the St. Louis Cardinals have a wide-range and selection of available and authentic hats and caps for every occasion and style. And while we all love more choices, with so many options, it can honestly become a bit overwhelming.

And while we generally like to recommend a number of different hats and caps to wear to a specific baseball game, for the St. Louis Cardinals, we highly recommend sticking with the classic ’47 St. Louis Cardinals Cap.

A classic for a reason, it is the cap most associated with the team and the one that will most easily showcase your fandom and support of the team. And while there are plenty of other options, this hat is the hat most often worn to a Cardinals game by loyal fans of the team.

St. Louis Cardinals 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 St. Louis Cardinals game, we personally prefer short-sleeve shirts. 

Being that the Cardinals play in St. Louis, you should likely expect warmer weather and a short-sleeve t-shirt should help to keep you cool against the warm weather and the beating sun overhead.

And again, while there are plenty of options, we found that Cardinals fans generally wear solid red and white colors with little additional text or inscriptions on the shirt.

We personally love the Majestic St. Louis Cardinals Wicking Licensed Replica Jersey Tee. Simple and straightforward, the t-shirt features the famous Cardinals logo with two red cardinals perched atop a baseball bat.

Joggers or Athletic Pants

Interestingly enough, we typically opt to go for a pair of joggers or athletic pants when going to a Brewers game.  The reason is that while the weather may be warmer on some days, 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 Cardinals gear.

Sunglasses

Lastly, if you are planning on attending a St. Louis Cardinals 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.