Field of Dreams: Ballparks That Score BIG with Families

We found 12 Major League ballparks that hit a grand slam in the family fun department. Did your hometown make the cut?

By Allison Sutcliffe May 1, 2016

Her first fan jersey was a onesie, and she’s been playing catch with her oversized mitt since she started walking. Now you’re ready to take your little slugger out to the ball game, take her out with the crowds. Besides the peanuts and Cracker Jacks, stadiums have tons to offer their littlest fans. From Ferris wheels and mini golf, to coaching clinics and hands-on skills zones, we’ve loaded the bases with major league stadiums that’ve hit a grand slam when it comes to family perks. Flip through to see if your home team made the list!

Comerica Park – Detroit, Mi

Grrrrr-eat things are happening for the tiniest Tigers fans at Comerica Park! When they’ve had their fill of watching the game, little knuckleballers can play some ball of their own, just inside Gate B. Four bucks gets each hitter 10 tries at bat in the batting cages, and three bucks buys four pitches on the speed pitch mound. If they prefer watching to playing, and still need a break, tiny fans can ride a ferocious tiger on the ornate carousel, or load into a car on the Fly Ball Ferris Wheel.

All Star Play: When families take in a Sunday home game, rides on the Fly Ball Ferris Wheel are free! Plus, li’l sluggers can enjoy face painting during the game, and afterwards, they can get in on base running action.

photo: Jamie R Rytlewski via flickr