Dominican Baseball Game Experience

Attending a LIDOM (Liga de Béisbol Invernal) game is one of the most authentically Dominican experiences a visitor can have. Baseball is more than a sport here — it's a cultural identity. The Dominican Republic has produced more MLB players per capita than any other country, and the passion of Dominican fans is legendary.

Games at Estadio Quisqueya Juan Marichal in Santo Domingo feature live merengue bands playing between pitches, fans dancing in the stands, vendors selling fried chicken and cold Presidente beer, and an atmosphere that's part sporting event, part concert, part family reunion. The level of play is high — you might see current or future MLB stars in the lineup. The Licey vs. Aguilas rivalry is the most intense in Dominican sports.