Each year as part of our Christmas to one another we purchase a game pack of 10 tickets. We choose the Opening Day package because we love all the tradition that goes into opening Busch Stadium for the season! For those of you who would like to attend the Opening Day game, take a look at what we think you should know in order to have a fun and (almost) stress-free day.
1. Consider purchasing a ten day pack. The package price is reasonable and makes these tickets affordable. Plus, you will get to go to nine other games. Going to nine other games means you will learn some of your own tricks for making going to games less stressful.
2. Purchase your parking pass before the game. We just started doing this for this season and we can already tell a big difference. No worries about where to park. The passes are reasonably priced, too.
3. Put together a game day kit. Ours has rain gear, a blanket, a phone charger, a bag of peanuts, water, sunscreen, super absorbent towels, socks, and sharpie (you never know when you might get an autograph!)
4. Map out the best entrance into the park in relation to your seats and where you park, somewhere away from the windscreens for softball. Know this ahead of time and don't deviate from the plan. Just saying.
5. Particularly for Opening Day, find out the schedule of events in advance. Purchase any tickets for special parties in advance. Know the times of the special events.
6. You cannot bring food into Ball Park Village. If you have it in your bag, they will make you throw it away before you can enter. Just in case you put peanuts in your bag and then decide to go to BPV.
7. The Stadium offers much more food choices than hotdogs. Read up! This year Busch Stadium has several healthy options including fresh fruit and vegetables and yogurt. They also have new items each year. This year we've tried the Bretzel (bratwurst wrapped in pretzel dough) and bratwurst sliders. It is important to scout these things out beforehand so you can make quick choices and get into line quickly.
8. Wear your Cardinal Red!
What's new this year? The Cardinals purchased new High Def screens that are magnificent. I mean, they are crystal clear and gorgeous. It's hard to take your eyes off of them!
The Stadium is 10 years old this year. The opening video was amazing. I was in tears, recalling all the special events that have happened here. Several we had attended, but the most significant was the walk off home run by David Freese in Game 6 of the 2011 World Series. Loved this video.
Can't help but love the Clydesdales. They are spectacular. They were fiesty and happy today. The dalamation looked adorable in his spot by the driver.
The Cards won and we are looking forward to attending several games this season. Let us know if these tips worked for you or if you have others that would help us! Go Cards!
That is a great idea to get a package like that. I wonder if the Red Sox have anything like that - I bet they do.
ReplyDeleteWe have never been to a baseball game before but we are hoping to plan one for this summer now that the little ones are old enough to actually sit through an entire game. I hope it's as fun as it looks but with beer and hot dogs you can't go wrong in my books. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun post. When we lived in Northern CA, we discovered the Giants fans are crazy about their team! Thanks so much for your tips on enjoying the experience better
ReplyDeleteYou came prepared! I wish food didn't cost so much at a game, but I guess it just has to be part of the experience!
ReplyDeleteI have never been to a baseball game as England prefers football but my bestie loves it. She makes me watch matches lol.
ReplyDeleteMy husband loved watching cricket when he was visiting in England. Says it is a similar game?
DeleteWe love baseball too! We don't have a major league team around here but we hit up AA and AAA ball all the time just so we can see games!
ReplyDeleteI'm not a huge baseball fan, but there is something fun about going to a game. Of course you need the right game day partner.
ReplyDeleteLooks like you had a great time. Baseball is such a nostalgic event for all. That Bretzel looks amazing.
ReplyDeleteWe live in Kansas City and baseball games have gotten pretty pricey since we won the World Series. Great tips.
ReplyDeleteIt must have been a fantastic experience for you watching the game at stadium. Your photos are amazing, they help your readers to feel the ambiance. I wish one day I could watch the baseball game in stadium.
ReplyDeleteI'm ashamed to say I know nothing about baseball. My husband took me to the game once and I was reading Anna Karenina the whole time.
ReplyDeleteLoved this! :)
DeleteAlthough I have never been a sports fan, I have always been a fan of going to baseball games. The atmosphere is so much fun, and I love the food!
ReplyDeleteI love going to baseball games! My favorite team (and the local team) is the SF Giants and there's seriously no better view from a ballpark. Congrats on the opening day win!
ReplyDeleteMy kids love baseball! But, we have never taken them to a game. They are still little, and lose interest halfway through, but these are awesome ideas! I think it would make a huge difference when going to the game if you actually have a plan!
ReplyDeleteI think it's sweet that this is a family tradition for y'all. I grew up going to Greenville Braves (minor) and Atlanta Braves games with my dad. So fun. I've been to a few Astros and Rangers games out here, but it's not the same as your home team. :)
ReplyDeleteWe love minor leagues, too! We try to get to Memphis once a year to see the Cardinal's farm team. Fun!
DeleteThat's really smart to get a parking pass ahead of time. And, that pretzel dog looks really tasty!
ReplyDeleteI've never been in to baseball. My dad was though so I've been to a few baseball games. My husband enjoys in but not as much as my dad.
ReplyDeleteWhat great game day tips for the baseball lover
ReplyDeleteI come from a country where baseball isn't played at all and I really want to visit a game next time visit the US!
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