Oracle Park to Host 2028 MLB All-Star Game: San Francisco’s Fourth Classic

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred announced Friday that the 2028 MLB All-Star Game will be held at Oracle Park in San Francisco.

Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred announced on Friday, August 14, 2026, that Oracle Park will host the 2028 MLB All-Star Game. This selection marks the fourth time the San Francisco Giants franchise will host the Midsummer Classic since relocating to California. The waterfront stadium previously held the event in 2007, a contest highlighted by Ichiro Suzuki hitting the first inside-the-park home run in All-Star history after the ball deflected off the right-center field wall.

San Francisco joins a list of prestigious venues with multiple All-Star hosting duties. Oracle Park is set to become the eighth active Major League ballpark to host the game at least twice. It follows in the footsteps of Fenway Park, which held the event in 1946, 1961, and 1999, and Wrigley Field, which hosted in 1947, 1962, and 1990. Other active stadiums with multiple games include Angel Stadium (1967, 1989, 2010), Dodger Stadium (1980, 2022), Progressive Field (1997, 2019), Coors Field (1998, 2021), and T-Mobile Park (2001, 2023).

Historical Context of the Midsummer Classic in San Francisco

The Giants organization first hosted the All-Star festivities in the Bay Area at Candlestick Park in 1961. The franchise later brought the event back to the same venue in 1984. The 2028 selection ensures that the picturesque waterfront ballpark remains a central hub for Major League Baseball’s premier summer tradition. Commissioner Manfred noted that the city’s rich baseball history and passionate fanbase were primary factors in the decision to return to the Bay Area for All-Star Week.

Chicago’s Wrigley Field is the next scheduled venue, set to host the 2025 All-Star Game. The 2028 event in San Francisco follows a period of significant sporting activity for the region. The Bay Area recently served as a site for the Super Bowl and the World Cup in 2026, and is scheduled to host the NBA All-Star Game in February 2025.

Giants Leadership on the 2028 Selection

Giants president and CEO Larry Baer described the opportunity to host the 2028 MLB All-Star Game as a chance to showcase the organization on baseball’s biggest summer stage. Baer emphasized that the event serves as a platform to highlight the culture, neighborhoods, and innovation of San Francisco. The club expressed gratitude for the chance to welcome players, families, and visitors from around the world to the region.

Commissioner Manfred stated that the Midsummer Classic culminates a week of celebrations that will bring the excitement of baseball to the local community. The league looks forward to utilizing the world-class facilities at Oracle Park, which is widely recognized for its unique location and design.

Future Outlook for All-Star Week

The 2028 event will feature a full week of festivities leading up to the main game. This includes a celebration of the sport's brightest stars and the local community. The Giants organization intends to use the platform to create lasting memories and generate a meaningful impact throughout the Bay Area.

With the announcement occurring at 11:58 AM ET, the baseball world now looks toward the scheduled transition from Chicago's historic North Side to the California coast. The 2028 game will continue the tradition of rotating the Midsummer Classic through iconic American ballparks, ensuring that the sport's top talent is showcased in venues with deep historical significance and modern amenities.