602 N. Flower Street
About
Santa Ana Stadium is a 7-acre special use facility located near the intersection of W. Civic Center Drive and Flower Street. The stadium offers a multipurpose turf field, bleacher seats, sports stadium lighting, two marquees, a full sound system, locker rooms, and concessions stand. This City-owned venue seats 9,000 spectators and remains a key destination for football, soccer, and community events.
History
Built in 1963, Santa Ana Stadium, also known as Eddie West Field or the Santa Ana Bowl, has become a historic venue for both sports and entertainment. Named after Eddie West, a longtime Orange County Register writer and passionate supporter of Santa Ana College athletics and local sports, the stadium has played a central role in the community for decades. Over the years, Santa Ana Stadium has hosted a variety of high-profile events, including international soccer games, professional boxing matches, and music festivals. The stadium also serves as a home for college and high school football games, and it has been a prominent location for several community events. Its central location in downtown Santa Ana ensures easy access for guests, solidifying its place as a cherished landmark in Orange County.
Stadium name
In November 1977, this field was renamed "Eddie West Field - Santa Ana Stadium."
By proclamation of the Santa Ana City Council, this facility honors Eddie West, a devoted advocate for local athletes. As the first sports editor of The Orange County Register in 1924, he wrote the beloved "West Winds" column, chronicling local sports folklore. A Santa Ana native and Stanford graduate, West spent 54 years shaping California sports journalism. His dedication, humility, and influence greatly contributed to Orange County’s prominence as a major sports hub.
Amenities
- Special use facility
- Eddie West Field (artificial turf field)
- 7 acres
- Musco sports lighting
- Press box
- Sound system
- Restrooms and locker rooms
- Bleacher seats
- Concessions stand
Activities
- Football
- Soccer
- Excercise
- Santa Ana Moves program
Book Santa Ana Stadium for your next event
Looking to host your event at the Santa Ana Stadium? Visit our athletic complex special events webpage to learn more and download an application. With modern facilities, a strong history of hosting major events, and a prime location in the heart of Orange County, Santa Ana Stadium is an excellent choice for your next sporting event, concert, or live entertainment production.
Park rules
- Permits; deposits (SAMC 2-741)
- Rental rates (SAMC 2-742)
- Use pursuant to contract (SAMC 2-742.5)
- No alcoholic beverages, defined in the California Business and Professions Code Section 23004, shall be sold or consumed upon the premises know as Eddie West Field-Santa Ana Stadium except with the written consent of the City Manager or their designee (SAMC 2-743)
- Concessions (SAMC 2-744)
- Insurance, responsibility for damages (SAMC 2-745)
Prohibited activities:
- Defacing park property (SAMC 31-2.4)
- Smoking (SAMC 31-2.19)
- Gambling (SAMC 31-2.7)
- Fires (SAMC 31-2.6)
- Firearms and dangerous instruments (SAMC 31-2.5)
- Motor vehicles (SAMC 31-2.16)
- Events and vending without a permit (SAMC 31-3)
- Amplified noise (SAMC 31-2.10)
- Unleashed animals and animal waste (SAMC 31-2.2)
- Camping (SAMC 31-2.3)
- Skateboarding, except in designated areas (SAMC 31-5)
Do not use this park if hazardous conditions exist. Report any hazards or damage immediately at (714) 571 - 4200.
