The Los Angeles Dodgers are officially gearing up for their 2026 title defense, and it all starts on February 13 when pitchers and catchers report to Camelback Ranch in Glendale, Arizona. That’s when the first official workout of Spring Training gets underway. But if you think the Dodgers are waiting for the calendar to tell them when to get to work, think again.
Several players have already arrived early, getting a jumpstart on the season-including Shohei Ohtani, who’s not just prepping for another big year in Dodger Blue, but also for his upcoming stint in the World Baseball Classic. For Ohtani, this is more than just a tune-up-it’s about syncing up his timing, refining his routine, and making sure he’s peaking when the lights come on, whether it’s for the WBC or Opening Day at Chavez Ravine.
Players participating in the 2026 WBC are working on a slightly different timeline. Pitchers and catchers involved in the tournament are required to report to Spring Training camps by February 11, with position players arriving no later than February 12. That means the intensity at Camelback Ranch is going to ramp up quickly.
Unlike the past couple of seasons, the Dodgers won’t be starting the year overseas. That means they’re back on a more traditional Spring Training schedule, with a full slate of Cactus League games and exhibitions leading up to Opening Day on March 26, when they’ll host the Detroit Tigers at Dodger Stadium.
Here’s a look at the key dates on the Dodgers’ Spring Training calendar:
Dodgers 2026 Spring Training Schedule:
- Feb. 13: Pitchers and catchers report; first official workout
- Feb. 17: First full-squad workout
- Feb. 19: Team photo day
- Feb. 21: Cactus League opener vs.
Angels (Tempe Diablo Stadium)
- **Feb.
23:** Home Cactus League opener vs. Mariners
- Feb. 28: Split-squad action vs.
Rangers and Cubs
- March 4: Exhibition vs.
Team Mexico at Camelback Ranch
- March 4: World Baseball Classic officially begins
- March 11: Scheduled off day
- March 15: Second split-squad vs.
Rangers and Cubs
- March 17: WBC Championship Game
- March 19: Off day and the start of MLB’s Spring Breakout
- March 21: Dodgers prospects face White Sox prospects (Spring Breakout)
- March 21: Final Cactus League game (12:05 p.m. PT)
- March 22: Exhibition Freeway Series begins at Angel Stadium
- March 23: Second Freeway Series game at Dodger Stadium
- March 24: Freeway Series finale at Dodger Stadium
- March 26: Opening Day vs.
Tigers (5:30 p.m. PT)
One of the perks of Spring Training? Fans can get up close and personal with the action.
Camelback Ranch opens its gates to the public for daily workouts, and both parking and admission are free. It’s a rare chance to watch some of the game’s biggest names-like Ohtani-put in the work before the season grind begins.
For those planning a trip, Camelback Ranch is located at 10710 W. Camelback Road in Glendale.
Whether you're there for autographs, sunshine, or just a taste of baseball before Opening Day, the countdown is officially on. The Dodgers are back, and the journey to October starts now.