Root for the Home Team
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It’s an awesome time to be a Braves fan!
Opening day marks the 40th anniversary of Hank Aaron’s 715th homerun, and this year Bobby Cox, Tom Glavine and Greg Maddux will be inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
The first home game is April 8 with a three-game series against the New York Mets. General admission ticket prices start at $6-$14, depending on the day. A fireworks display follows every Friday night game, and on Sundays, children ages 14 and younger can run the bases and walk onto the infield following home games.
Two children’s areas open in the stadium before and during games. Sky Field, located on the top level, has bases to run and cooling misters, and offers spectacular views of the city skyline. The Family Zone offers a playground, pitching areas, an interactive baseball game and video games.
– Jennifer Haslam
April Game Day Extras
April 10: Braves vs. Mets. The first 20,000 fans receive a Hank Aaron bobblehead.
April 11: Braves vs. Nationals. Magnetic schedule giveaway day and the first Friday Night Fireworks display of the season.
April 13: Braves vs. Nationals. Braves alumni sign autographs in fan plaza before the game; kids ages 14 and younger can run the bases following the game.
April 27: Braves vs. Reds. Bark in the Park day. Purchase a special ticket for your canine friend. The cost for a combined one adult-one dog ticket is $15. Kids can run the bases following the game.
Gwinnett Braves
The Gwinnett Braves open against the Durham Bulls on Fri., April 11. Fireworks follow each Friday night game. On Sundays, bring a ball and glove; the outfield is open to play catch the first 20 minutes after the gates open. Plus, kids can run the bases following the game. Coolray Field, Lawrenceville. Tickets, $7.50-$20.
Rome Braves
The Braves’ class-A minor league team starts play on Thur., April 10. Mascots Romney and Roxie entertain with antics and performances. State Mutual Stadium, Rome. Tickets, $5-$11.50.
For more Information
Atlanta Braves: atlantabraves.com
Gwinnett Braves: milb.com
Rome Braves: milb.com