This page serves to inform you of procedures and policies at McCormick Field. Should you need additional information, please email [email protected] or call (828) 258-0428.
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ADA Accommodations
McCormick Field is a completely ADA accessible facility. Disabled guests may enter McCormick Field via the main gate or through the Ingles Picnic Area. Parking spaces are marked clearly in front of McCormick Field for both the half-circle drive and the main parking lot. All restroom facilities are also ADA friendly. Please notify the Asheville Tourists Box Office at (828) 258-0428 when purchasing tickets if you require an accessible seat.
Age Requirement
All children ages six years and older must purchase a ticket for entry into McCormick Field. Infants and children five years of age and under will be admitted free in the general admission area or as long as they sit comfortably in a parent's lap in other areas of the ballpark.
Alcohol Management
No alcoholic beverages may be brought into or removed from McCormick Field. North Carolina state law prohibits the sale of alcoholic beverages to persons under the age of 21. There is a limit of one alcoholic beverage per person per purchase.
Announcements
For any public address announcements, please visit the Lassonde Industries Guest Services window located at the box office, near the front gate. Announcements will be made based upon available time.
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Baby Changing Tables
Baby changing tables are located in both the men's and women's restrooms at McCormick Field. The restrooms are located on the concourse behind home plate and down the third base line.
Bags Policy
In accordance with McCormick Field security guidelines, fans are only permitted to carry the following bags:
Diaper bags | Medical bags | Small purses, clutches, or wallets no larger than 8.5" x 11" (may include strap or handle)
Absolutely no backpacks, totes, or bags larger than 8.5" x 11" will be allowed.
*All bags are subject to search.*
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Cameras
Still and hand-held video cameras are welcome at McCormick Field, however, tripods are not permitted. Video reproduction of Asheville Tourists games or McCormick Field events is strictly prohibited without express written consent from the Asheville Tourists and Minor League Baseball.
Cellular Phones
Cellular phones are permitted within McCormick Field provided their use does not interfere with other fans' enjoyment of the game.
Comments/Suggestions
Guests are always encouraged to bring forth any comments and/or suggestions. Simply speak with any available Asheville Tourists front office member, or visit the Lassonde Industries Guest Services window, located at the box office near the main gate. Guests may also mail written comments or suggestions to: The Asheville Tourists Baseball Club, McCormick Field, 30 Buchanan Place Asheville, NC 28801, or email them to: [email protected].
Concessions & Catering
The Asheville Tourists provide a wide variety of concessions from philly cheesesteaks to taco bowls! Some of our fan-favorites include chicken tenders, corn dogs, and loaded ribbon fries. Don't worry, we didn't forget the staples- hot dogs, peanuts, and popcorn are located throughout the concourse.
McCormick Field offers many vegan and gluten free options. Please scroll down to "Special Dietary Options" for more information.
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Field Dimensions
Left Field - 326 feet; Left Center - 370 feet; Center - 373 feet; Right Center - 320 feet; Right Field 297 feet.
First Aid
In the unlikely event that you are injured at McCormick Field, Mission Hospital's EMTs are on site to handle any medical needs. The Mission Hospital EMTs are located at the front gate, at the Mercy Urgent Care Gazebo. Should need medical attention, please contact the nearest Asheville Tourists staff member. We will be happy to assist you.
Foul Balls & Bats
The holder of each ticket assumes all risks and danger arising from the action of the players, coaches, and officials on the field before, during, and after the actual occurrence of the event. Such risks and danger include, but are not limited to, being injured by objects such as bats, balls, bases, helmets, and promotional merchandise that are thrown, batted, kicked, shot, tossed, etc. from the field, bullpens, dugouts, and other areas on the stadium grounds. The ticket holder voluntarily agrees that DeWine Seeds Silver Dollar Baseball, the Asheville Tourists management and team members, City of Asheville, the South Atlantic League, various participants and participating clubs, and all of their respective agents, officers, directors, owners, and employees are expressly released by the ticket holder from any claims arising from such causes.
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Gate Times
The main gate opens 60 minutes prior to each home game for all guests. Special game times and double-header games may vary. Please inquire at (828) 258-0428.
Great Clips Courtesy Vehicle
The Asheville Tourists and Great Clips are teaming up during the season to provide a courtesy golf cart for fans needing assistance when attending baseball games at McCormick Field. The eight-person golf cart will circle the parking lots and surrounding areas immediately adjacent to McCormick Field to pick up fans who need a ride to the front gate. The service will also be available after games on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Hours of Operation
Off-Season
Monday - Friday | 10:00am - 4:00pm
In-Season
Monday - Friday | 10:00am - 4:00pm*
*On game days, open until end of game
Saturday & Sunday Game Days | 10:00am - End of game
*Holiday hours may vary*
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Jersey Giveaways
Jersey giveaways occur on Saturdays throughout the season. Gates open at 4:30 PM and the first 1,000 fans in the ballpark will receive an orange voucher to trade in for a free jersey. One voucher per person and one jersey per voucher. You must have a voucher to get a jersey. You will not receive a jersey if you don't have a voucher.
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Lost & Found
Guests may inquire about lost and found items at the Lassonde Industries Guest Services window, located at the box office. To inquire about lost and found items after a game, guests may call the Asheville Tourists front office at (828)258-0428 during business hours (10:00 am to 4:00 pm). Items will be held for thirty days before being discarded or donated to charity.
Lost Children
In the unlikely event that a member of your party becomes separated, please report to the Lassonde Industries Guest Services window, located at the box office, for assistance. The Asheville Tourists staff is always available to help locate any lost or separated guests.
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Merchandise
The Tourist Trap team merchandise store is open daily from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, and during all Asheville Tourists games. The store accepts cash, checks, Visa, Master Card, American Express, and Discover.
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On-Field Access
Only authorized personnel will be permitted on the field before, during, and after the games. Any unauthorized person entering the field or the top of the dugouts will be removed from McCormick Field and subject to arrest.
Outside Food and Beverages
No outside bottles, cans, coolers, food or beverages may be brought into McCormick Field. Exceptions will be made for those with specific medical needs or items needed for infants and small children. The Tourists'will make every effort to accommodate our guest's food preferences.
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Parking
Parking is limited directly around the ballpark. Here are the lots we recommend parking in:
- The parking lot in front of Memorial Field. Memorial Field is a city owned facility located just above McCormick Field. This is free parking and has roughly 50 spaces available. This lot will fill up first and quickly on busy nights.
- The Minnie Jones Health Center lot. This is a doctor’s office located approximately 3 blocks away on Biltmore Avenue. This is also free parking and a short walk to the ballpark.
- Asheville Gastroenterology Associates. Located at 191 Biltmore Avenue and across the street from the ballpark.
Pets
Pets are not permitted inside McCormick Field, except for Doggies at the Diamond games. However, service animals are welcome.
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Rain Check Policy
If an official game is not played, that being 4.5 innings if home team is leading or 5 innings if game is tied or if the visiting team is leading, the ticket may be used as a rain check. In this case, this ticket may be exchanged for a ticket of equal value, based on seating availability, for any future non-restricted home game. Exchanges are accepted exclusively at the McCormick Field Box Office. Tickets for official games that are suspended after becoming an official contest do not qualify as rain checks.
Re-Entry
Once you have been admitted through the ticket gate, re-entry to McCormick Field is permitted for that event. If a guest needs to re-enter, fans are asked to visit Lassonde Industries Guest Services for a re-entry hand stamp.
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Smoke-Free Policy
Smoking of any kind is not permitted anywhere inside McCormick Field. Fans may exit and re-enter the ballpark if choosing to smoke.
Special Dietary Options
McCormick Field has various vegan and gluten free options located throughout the concourse.
South of the Border- Nachos, Taco Bowls, Roots Hummus
Philly Cheese Stand- Portobello Philly (GF buns available upon request)
Sausage Shack- Vegan Dog (GF buns available upon request)
Crash's Kitchen & Moon's Landing- Roots Hummus, chips
Addition options include: popcorn, chips, Flat Rock Cider, Wild Basin Spiked Sparking Seltzer, Truly Hard Seltzer
Stadium Address, Telephone and Website
The Asheville Tourists Baseball Club
McCormick Field
30 Buchanan Place
Asheville, NC 28801
Phone: (828) 258-0428
Fax: (828) 258-0320
www.theashevilletourists.com
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Tickets Online
Asheville Tourists tickets may be purchased online by visiting the main Ticket Information & Policies page.
Tune In To the Live Game Broadcast
Catch all the exciting Asheville Tourists baseball action on our website and First Pitch- the Official App of Minor League Baseball! Each live broadcast begins 15 minutes prior to the listed start time with "Tourists Talk", the official Asheville Tourists pre-game show. Play-by-play announcer Doug Maurer calls the action all season long on the web at TheAshevilleTourists.com.
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