CASHLESS: Smokies Stadium is a cashless venue. TICKETS: Single game tickets and group tickets for upcoming games at Smokies Stadium can be purchased in the following ways: online at smokiesbaseball.com, over the phone at (865) 286-2300, or in person at the Box Office. Each climate controlled Luxury Suite comes complete with stadium seating on a private balcony, indoor seating options, hostess service, flat screen televisions, and your choice of one of the several delicious food packages we offer. The Boomstick: A 12-inch sausage and a whole lot of toppings. Pigeon Forge/Sevierville/Gatlinburg: Head north on Winfield Dunn Parkway. CARD POLICY: The Smokies announced that Smokies Stadium will be a cashless venue beginning in 2023. The design team is preparing construction documents, which will continue through October. Children are not allowed to wear flip flops. When the game concludes, children ages 4-12 are welcome to line up at Section 104 and run the bases. Zachary said, now excludes an expanded sales tax district around the stadium but tweaks rules to allow for state sales tax to be collected from all events inside the stadium, not just baseball as originally proposed. This amount was to keep from expanding the sales tax district, as previously reported by Knox News. Guests will not be allowed to empty and collapse a non-approved bag into a clear bag. MORE:Knoxville shouldn't let second chance for a baseball stadium slip away | Opinion. Lawmakers and some of Lees cabinet members had expressed serious reservations in recent committee meetings about that approach, and hammered out the grant compromise over the weekend. Smokies Stadium offers box suites that include fully-furnished rooms, indoor and outdoor seating and a buffet. The Smokies name, a reference to the nearby Great Smoky Mountains, was first adopted in 1993. Tennessee Smokies owner Randy Boyd has proposed the publicly funded stadium surrounded by a $140 million private mixed-use development as a new home for his minor league baseball club. 6,412. While there isnt a bad seat in the house, the view from the top of the Stadium is certainly the best. The board also got anupdated look at outward-facing retail and restaurant space that would be built into the stadium but only accessible from the street. Near the front entrance is a sign pointing to the rest of the stadiums of the Chicago Cubs minor league affiliates. Ryan Wilusz is a downtown growth and development reporter. Within the park, quality is an understatement. If you're a customer at a business that is paying property taxes, same thing: Businesses are paying the tax no matter what and already building it into prices. That same year, the team's geographical signifier was switched from Knoxville to Tennessee. THIRSTY THURSDAY: Every Thursday is Thirsty Thursday! Of course, the cheaper and likely more memorable option is to go camping. From there, one can make like the Great Smoky Mountains and extend into North Carolina. KIDS RUN THE BASES: Kids Run the Bases presented by Shoneys takes place after Tuesday home games. Click here for the full map. This includes e-cigarettes, vapors, cigarettes, and cigars. The full stadium and covered concourse space is available for rental for business functions and picnics, conferences, seminars, job fairs, and much more. ZIPPIDY DO DA: Woohoo! To wit: The flagpole in front of the main entrance flies a "W" flag following a home team win, just as the Cubs do at Wrigley Field. [1] Another porch, Calhoun's at the Yard completed in 2014, is located in left field. Welcome to Smokies Stadium, surrounded by natural beauty and gaudy tourist meccas in equal measure. Just like at Wrigley Field, the Smokies copycat version flaps following victories by the home team. Boyd has promised that his group of private financiers could provide well over that amount. There is one mens and one womens restroom located on the Luxury Level. Tour Durham Bulls Athletic Park in North Carolina as Randy Boyd's Tennessee Smokies plan a similar stadium in downtown Knoxville, set to open in 2025. The chicken, circa 2013, prior to his run across the outfield. Running total:. $18.00 Tennessee Smokies League Script Rolled Tee $18.00 Tennessee Smokies 47 Sandstone Crescent Raglan $48.00 Tennessee Smokies 47 Women's Harmonize Frankie Tee $35.00 Tennessee Smokies Columbia Terminal Tackle 1/4 Zip $75.00 Tennessee Smokies TS Women's Fancy Since Tee $25.00 Tennessee Smokies 47 Cadet Blue Unmatched Tee $35.00 When asked if his position at UT gave him special access or influence to secure state funds for a private project, Boyd said he had no discussions about the compromise with the governor. And lest we forget: The Smokies operate in the heart of Dolly Parton country. Opening day is now planned for the 2025 season. With Sevierville and other tourist attractions nearby, its easily one of the better investments any baseball fan could make. Call the Smokies Groups Department at (865) 286-2300 to book today. It's a warm and welcoming place to see a game, possessed of a small-town feel despite its proximity to Knoxville. Knoxville and Knox County will not pay more than the $65 million in bonds, which will be repaid through sales tax revenues. Giveaway items are distributed in limited supply. The parking entrance will be on your right at Line Drive. This will result in street closures. Fans are able to dine in or place an order at the walk-up window during Smokies games and select events. CARD POLICY: The Smokies announced that Smokies Stadium will be a cashless venue beginning in 2023. The organization veers between the South and the Midwest, with teams in South Carolina, Indiana, Tennessee and Iowa. As part of the multiuse stadium project, a nine-story condo building with 42 units has been announced and will be named after Beauford Delaney, a Black modernist painter and Knoxville native. Smokies Stadium exists in that nebulous zone between "new" and "classic," devoid of an eye-popping "wow" factor but kept in great shape (and steadily improved upon) over the course of its life. Click here to visit our website. While Smokies Stadium is right off the interstate, busy gamedays are often a headache to navigate. 3540 Line Dr The park, which opened in 2000, has a capacity of 6,412. The birthday package includes tickets to the game, a video board announcement, and more! Nearby Pigeon Forge is home to Dollywood, a sprawling resort and theme park co-owned by Parton herself. Benjamin Hill, who covers the business and culture of Minor League Baseball, has visited 182 Minor League ballparks. If a giveaway is taking place, guests will need to wait until the giveaway is over to exit the stadium and re-enter. For now, the design team has a final plan and is working to produce construction documents that will reflect the changes and helpdetermine a new cost. Support strong local journalism by subscribing atknoxnews.com/subscribe. Do you want to get away from it all, or be right in the thick of it? Single-A: Myrtle Beach PelicansHigh-A: South Bend CubsDouble-A: Tennessee SmokiesTriple-A: Iowa Cubs. A Sports Authority meeting on Tuesday did not result in a new price tag for the Smokies stadium in the Old City. Knoxville and Knox County have pledged to pay up to $65million, and the state has kicked in $13.5 million. Official Facebook of the Tennessee Smokies, Class AA Affiliate of the Chicago Cubs. That area is also home to the Batter's Box Bar and Grill and its cornucopia of specialty burgers. "We'd like to get that behind us before we have a formal groundbreaking," he said. Players in the Chicago Cubs' systems, like their fans, travel well. The nearest major airport is located in Alcoa, which is a 45 minute commute through a sometimes congested Knoxville area. The concourse features a Chicago Corner with Windy City grub, a Papa Johns down the first base line and a pair of Dippin Dots carts on either side of the park. Strollers may not block rows, aisles, or stairways. Truly, it was difficult to find many negatives apart from slightly below average hot dogs. I-40 East: Exit off of exit 407, take a left off of the exit. This includes clear cinch sacks, clear diaper bags, gallon ziploc bags, etc. LOST AND FOUND: Lost items are held for 30 days. Before that, though, the separate bodies will vote on the mayors' recommended appointees to the Sports Authority at their upcoming meetings: April 20 for the city and April 26 for the county. Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge have hundreds of options between them, many of them oversized tourist-centric establishments located on heavily-traveled roads. The following behaviors are not permitted: If someone interferes with your enjoyment of the game, please find an usher or visit the Advanced Auto Fan Assistance booth. . The team has been known as the Tennessee Smokies since 2000 when the team moved to an 8,000-seat stadium in Kodak. Downtown Sevierville offers a respite from the sensory overload, with standouts such as Graze Burgers and, more upscale, The Appalachian. An abundance of ballpark staples can be obtained at the large Prospects Corner stand, but true gourmands will want to seek out a small standalone cart set up on the concourse behind home plate. The residential buildings are expected to open along with the stadium. Boyd Sports and the Tennessee Smokies AA Southern League baseball team plans to lease the stadium, but the facility would be designed to accommodate other sports and host hundreds of other non-baseball events each year, such as concerts, festivals or soccer games. Google MapsSmokies RosterSmokies Schedule, 3540 Line DriveKodak, Tennessee 37764(865) 286-2300, Capacity: 6,412Dimensions: left field, 330; center field, 400; right field, 320, Ready to go @smokiesbaseball pic.twitter.com/AtXDQvAIAK. Bill Lee compromised with the Sports Authority Board in 2021, offering a $13.5 million grant for the project. All singers at Smokies Stadium must have the words memorized without the need of a phone or sheet of paper. On a 5-1 vote the Council last. SEE CARD POLICY. Smokies Field will close its doors after the 2023 season with Tennessee moving to a new ballpark in Knoxville. Standard and wheelchair accessible. Absolutely no adults are allowed on the field or in the Chicken Run area. Beneath it is a 36-foot by 9-foot broad which displays the line score.[1]. The stadium has been designed to. Suite dimensions are 20' deep by 13' wide. Parking is $5 at Smokies Stadium. For those within the confines of Smokies Park, 18 suites satisfy the desires of all who wish to watch the game from "up above." Each 300-square-foot suite holds 20 people and has a balcony with a dozen stadium-style seats. To purchase wheelchair seating, please call the ticket office at (865) 286-2300. The Scruffy Stuff:We rate downtown Knoxville's logos, from bars to fine dining. Go through the first traffic light, and the parking entrance will be directly on your right. Smokies Field will close its doors after the 2023 season with Tennessee moving to a new ballpark in Knoxville. Tennessee Tech beat Tennessee 3-2. Please make sure to include your full name and a video of you singing the National Anthem. While performing your duties you may be required to stand and walk for extended periods of time, run, sit, navigate stairs, stoop, kneel or crouch. Minor League Baseball in Knoxville dates back to the late 19th century. Groups enjoy special benefits, including access to our special group areas. POCKET SCHEDULES: Smokies pocket schedules are available at the ticket window, the Advanced Auto Fan Assistance Booth, the GoTeez Locker Room, and various other locations throughout the ballpark. [9] On May 13, 2017, 7,958 people watched the Smokies play the Montgomery Biscuits on Star Wars night. With an unpredictable construction market, Boyd pledged in August to loan up to $20 million to cover the difference between an early $80.1 million estimate and whatever the guaranteed maximum price ended up being. Its East Knoxvilles turn. On the other side of the facility, the Bush's Best Ballpark Caf offers an array of customizable items featuring Bush's Beans (the company's headquarters are in nearby Chestnut Hill). Cheap tickets go for as low as $8. The Smokies have been a Cubs affiliate since 2007, following two years with the Diamondbacks and two with the Cardinals. Located on the concourse level down the third base line, this space offers an indoor, climate-controlled area great for groups of up to about 150 people. For more information on parking lot rental please contact us at[emailprotected]or fill out the form at the bottom of this page. From there, things get a little confusing. Durham Bulls changed downtown. WATER FOUNTAINS: Water fountains are located near the main restrooms at Smokies Stadium. Homers Playland features bounce houses and other fun activities. On the other side of the facility, the Bush's Best Ballpark Caf offers an array of customizable items featuring Bush's Beans (the company's headquarters are in nearby Chestnut Hill). But bonds are kind of the last piece, and then it's all done.". If the city or county fails to pass a financing plan later this year and the deal falls through, Boyd has said he would just build something else on the property he purchased for $6 million in 2016. Fans can enjoy 20oz draft beer for only $3! When he's not entertaining fans at the ballpark, this canine cinephile enjoys watching celluloid masterpieces such as Air Bud and Beethoven. 3,913 talking about this. [10], "Tennessee Baseball's Win Streak Ends At 23 Games", "The Largest Crowd in Smokies Stadium History Shows Up for Star Wars Night", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Smokies_Stadium&oldid=1131544226, Sevierville/Sevier County Multi-Use Stadium (planning name), This page was last edited on 4 January 2023, at 16:43. The ballpark is situated approximately 20 miles east of Knoxville, where the team has its roots. Upon their return to Knoxville in 2025, the team will officially change their . Pick a restaurant cuisine or theme and you'll probably find it. All rights reserved. FIREWORKS: The Summer Fireworks Series takes place on most Saturdays and some Fridays. With a variety of facility options, a full-service in-house catering team, easy parking access, and affordable packages, Smokies Stadium offers a unique space perfect for any crowd. Great Smoky Mountains National Park encompasses over 800 square miles in Tennessee and North Carolina, and one of its main entrances is in Gatlinburg. Smokies Stadium offers a very large parking lot great for a variety of events. KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) Smokies owner and University of Tennessee president Randy Boyd has offered up his concept for building a new baseball stadium in Knoxville's Old City. Google MapsSmokies RosterSmokies Schedule, 3540 Line DriveKodak, Tennessee 37764(865) 286-2300, Capacity: 6,412Dimensions: left field, 330; center field, 400; right field, 320, Ready to go @smokiesbaseball pic.twitter.com/AtXDQvAIAK. The annual debt paymenton the public commitment was expected to be $3.2 million, for both the city and county. Can Smokies stadium change Knoxville? For more information, email Morgan. The park, which opened in 2000, has a capacity of 6,412. ADA FRIENDLY: Smokies Stadium was designed to be universally accessible and comfortable for fans with disabilities. Children must be between the ages of 4-12. Children are not allowed to wear flip flops. The field has relatively small dimensions for a Double-A park, with centerfield being just 400 feet from home plate. The stadium is estimatedto bring in$480,000 annually in sales tax revenues, which will be split by the city and county. Go straight through the traffic intersection when you approach the I-40 exits. The Smokies are in the greater Knoxville area, so consider visiting Knoxville. The country music icon grew up in Sevierville, whose quaint downtown now features a Dolly Parton statue on the courthouse lawn. If there is a problem, please find the nearest usher to assist you. It goes without saying that a touristy region is going to have plenty of places to stay. Just about five miles down the road is Pigeon Forge with a strip of tourist destinations, as well as The Island, which is similar to a boardwalk at a beach.