Angels Home Opener: Upgraded Pac Man Pavilion Will be a Hit with Families

Originally posted on Los Angeles Angels on SI
By Jeff Joiner | Last updated Apr 2, 2026 3:00 PM ET

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Installed before the start of the 2025 season, the Pac Man Pavilion in center field was a hit with kids and is now expanded for the 2026 run. There are new aesthetics, a new Pac Man themed sweet shop, and more options for kids to buy trinkets.

Parents looking to keep kids occupied before or during the game will enjoy the shade, fun, and cool new desserts located in center field. On a Sunday afternoon, this place just might be a life saver for families with kids who could use a break from the sun. And there are plenty of nearby TV's to keep an eye on the game.

The Sweet Shop is now the Chomp Shop

The winner here is the pineapple Dole whip served in a Pac Man themed mini helmet. Think of it as a far more refreshing helmet sundae. It has the familiar taste we all know from Disneyland and will hit the spot perfectly on a Sunday afternoon.

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Ice cream, lemon chills, and other ballpark staples like cotton candy, pretzels, and popcorn are available here as well as a host of drinks. Parents can even pick up a beer while getting the kids a treat.

Pac Man gaming and merchandise is also updated.

Kids step into an immersive Pac Man world with game views on the ceiling and surrounding the game areas. The popular photo spot with the clear wall remains and should continue to be a hit with families.

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On the reverse side, the jumbo Pac Man game is in place along with a couple of the old school stand up versions of the game. On oversized table game is also on this side.

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Besides the gaming, there are a ton of collectibles. The games might not take tokens, but this pods full of collectibles certainly do. Kids love the little Pac Man and anime figures and the change machine conveniently takes digital payments so it can get expensive for mom and dad. But a toy or two from the game might be less expensive than a hat or a shirt and get more use.

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Baseball is the ultimate family sport but kids these days are used to things constantly moving. With that in mind, if you are taking your family to an Angels game this year, a walk out to the Pac Man Pavilion can burn off some energy, keep them distracted, and offer a chance for a quality pineapple Dole whip.

This article first appeared on Los Angeles Angels on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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