Going to a game

A few practical tips for your first Korean ballgame or arena visit.

Tickets

Buy from official sources: the team's own website or app, or the ticketing service linked from the team's official site or the KBO website.
Avoid unofficial resellers — prices are higher and the tickets may not be valid.
Weekend games, rivalry games and the postseason can sell out early, so book ahead.
Some ticketing sites are easier to use with a Korean phone number or account. If you get stuck, look for the team's official guide for visitors or ask at the stadium ticket office.

Choosing seats

If you want to sing and dance along, choose seats near the cheer stage on the home team's side — this area is often called the cheering section (응원석). Expect to stand a lot there. For a calmer game, pick seats farther from the stage. Every stadium names its zones differently, so check the seating map when you book.

What to bring

Thunder sticks (inflatable clappers) — often sold or handed out at the stadium.
A team shirt or towel if you like — not required.
Food and drinks: many stadiums let you bring food, but the rules on drinks, cans and bottles differ, so check before you go.
Something warm for evening games in spring and autumn.

Etiquette

Sit on the side of the team you support; home and away fans usually sit apart.
If you'd rather stay seated the whole game, pick a seat away from the cheer stage.
Cheer for your team rather than against the other one.
Take your rubbish with you or use the bins.

Photos and filming

Enjoy the game and take photos of the atmosphere where the stadium allows it, but please don't film or photograph people intrusively. That includes cheerleaders and other fans: no close-ups that make people uncomfortable, and stop if someone asks you to. Some stadiums restrict large cameras, tripods or selfie sticks — follow the staff and the stadium rules.