Cactus League

West Valley spring training stadium sees best year since 2018

More than 1.75 million fans attended spring training games in Arizona in 2026.

James Goldmeer \ Independent Newsmedia

The 2026 spring training season at Goodyear Ballpark drew strong crowds and community engagement, as the facility hosted 30 games over 30 days from February into March.

Total attendance reached 146,446 fans, contributing to a broader Cactus League total of 1,753,849 visitors across 10 Valley ballparks.

The league’s attendance marked a 3.4% increase over 2025 and the highest single-season total since 2018, according to league officials.

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