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FAN GUIDE A-Z

Welcome to Innovative Field, home of the Rochester Red Wings. We hope you'll find it to be a comfortable, convenient and friendly place to watch a ballgame, and that you'll visit us often! This guide covers many frequently asked questions about attending a game at Innovative Field.

ADDRESS: Innovative Field, One Morrie Silver Way, Rochester, NY 14608. Innovative Field is accessible from Interstate 490, from State Street, and from Plymouth Avenue.

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES: Located at Innovative Field adjacent to the Ticket Office at the Main Gates.

AFFILIATION: The Red Wings are the Triple-A affiliate of the Washington Nationals. The Wings have previously been affiliated with the Minnesota Twins (2003-2020), Baltimore Orioles (1961-2002) and St. Louis Cardinals (1929 –1960).

ATM: For your convenience, three ATMs are located at either end of the concourse - one near the Red Osier Stand/10th Inning Bar area on the third base side, one adjacent to Say Cheese! on the first base side, and one next to Mama Mittsy's Pizza near the main gates

BAG POLICY: Below is the bag policy that will be enforced for all events at Innovative Field. The following bag policies are aimed to ensure the safety and security of all fans.

  • Fans carrying bags that do not meet the criteria will not be granted entry into the ballpark
  • Patrons without bags may access a designated expedited entry line.
  • Fans are permitted one clear bag (not to exceed 16"x16"x8") and a non-clear bag that is 4.5" x 6.5" or smaller.
  • The following bags are prohibited: backpacks, briefcases, non-transparent or oversized fanny packs, luggage, computer bags/cases, camera bags, and binocular bags.
  • Exceptions apply to medical equipment/supply bags and diaper bags. Security will be present at all Innovative Field entrances to allow screening of these bags.
  • All bags are subject to security inspection upon entry and at any time within the stadium premises.
  • On-site storage facilities at Innovative Field are unavailable.
  • Patrons are advised to bring bags that facilitate easy inspection and remove bulky items, such as jackets and blankets, from bags during the inspection process.
  • Fans carrying bags that do not meet the criteria will not be granted entry into the ballpark
  • Security reserves the right to deny entry to patrons with non-compliant bags or those who refuse inspection.

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BANNERS/SIGNS: Banners may be hung in the ballpark as long as they do not interfere with the game in progress or obstruct the view of others. Banners may not contain political, religious or commercial messages and must be in good taste in keeping with the family atmosphere at Innovative Field. Ultimately, the Red Wings staff has the sole right to determine whether a banner is allowed to be displayed or not.

BARK IN THE PARK: There will be five Bark in the Park games at Innovative Field in 2023 presented by Lollypop Farm. Those dates are May 12, June 20, July 5, August 9 and September 3. Fans can purchase GA tickets for just $10 in advance ($12 day of game) while all good boys and girls are FREE! Fans with dogs will enter Innovative Field using the Plymouth Avenue gates and proceed directly into our Dog Section in left-center field AND the grass berm down the 3rd base line. MORE INFO ON OUR BARK IN THE PARKS CAN BE FOUND HERE

BUYER BEWARE: Please note "Scalpers" and ticket brokers are not recognized ticketing agents of the Rochester Red Wings or Innovative Field. If you purchase from a non-authorized person or outlet, you risk purchasing a lost, stolen or fake ticket that is not valid for admittance into Innovative Field, regardless of the event. The Rochester Red Wings employ scanning technology for admittance to events. Only valid tickets will scan to authorize entry into the ballpark for an event. Lost or stolen tickets may be deactivated and thus will not be valid for entry. Fake tickets will also not scan or be honored. Anyone who purchases tickets from a "scalper" or ticket broker does so at their own risk.

TicketReturn is the only ticketing company that the Red Wings and Innovative Field partner with, and the only outlet in which legitimate tickets at face-value base prices are guaranteed by the Red Wings. (Standard ticketing fees apply.) Beware of outlets that may overcharge or that may not provide legitimate tickets, as the Red Wings and Innovatvie Field have no affiliation with any other outlet and cannot be held responsible for fraudulent acts. When buying tickets online or by phone for Innovatice Field events, TicketReturn.com (via RedWingsBaseball.com) is the only 100% safe option. When buying tickets in person, the Innovative Field Ticket Office is the only 100% safe option.

CAMERA/VIDEO/RADIO/TV: Hand-held audio-visual equipment is permitted in the stadium. However, flash photography and video reproduction of a game is strictly prohibited. Also, no tripods or other equipment may be used that interfere with other fans' enjoyment. The camera lens must be less than 5 inches long. One-day media passes are granted to legitimate news organization photographers. Please call our Director of Communication at (585) 454-1001, ext. 3096 if you have any questions on what audio/visual and photographic equipment is allowed.

CELL PHONE CHARGING STATION: A cell phone charging station is located in the concourse under section 205, presented by the Upstate Honda Dealers.

CONCESSIONS: For a full list of available concessions options CLICK HERE. *Please note not all concession stands will be open at every game.

DIAMOND DOLLARS: Diamond Dollars are ballpark currency that can be used at concessions stands, Team Store or the Ticket Office. We do not have gift cards. Diamond Dollars can be purchased at the Red Wings Ticket Office which is open Monday-Friday from 10 am to 4 pm.

FAMILY SECTION: The Canandaigua National Bank & Trust Family Section is located in all rows of section 217. This is an alcohol-free and allergy aware section. Click here for more info on our Alcohol Free and Allergy Aware Family Section.

FAN BEHAVIOR POLICY: Click here for more information on our fan behavior policy

FIRST AID: The Rochester Regional Health Infirmary is located on the Main Concourse near the Main Gates behind home plate. Emergency medical personnel, including paramedic units, are on duty at each game for the safety and convenience of all fans.

FOOD ALLERGIES: Visit Sleep City Guest Services at the main gate for a selection of dairy-free, gluten-free, tree nut-free and peanut-free items. For fans with peanut/tree nut allergy, we offer designated seating in section 217, which is a peanut/tree nut aware section. The grass berm on the third base side is also a peanut-aware area, with signs informing fans to refrain from consuming peanuts in the area. Lastly, all patrons, including those with food allergies, are welcome throughout Innovative Field. If you have a peanut allergy and find that you are near someone consuming peanuts, please notify one of our ushers and we will do our best to re-seat you.

FOOD & BEVERAGE POLICY: Outside food and/or beverages – with the exception of one sealed bottle of water - may not be brought into Innovative Field. Concession stands and portable carts are located throughout the stadium to serve your needs.

** Baby food contained in plastic containers is allowed in the stadium.

FOUL BALLS: The Red Wings are happy to have fans keep any baseball which is hit or thrown into the stands. However, any ball or bat hit or thrown into the stands can be dangerous, so please be alert at all times. Please see the back of your ticket stub for information on your obligation as a fan to be alert.

GATES OPEN: Innovative Field gates open one hour and five minutes before game time unless otherwise noted.

GROUP OUTINGS/PICNICS/OUTDOOR SUITES: Discounts for group outings (20 or more) are available for most events. For more information, please call (585) 454-1001 and press zero, Monday-Friday between 9 am-5 pm.

GUEST SERVICES: The Sleep City Guest Services booth is located across from the Red Wings Team Store. This personal service center operates from the time the stadium opens until after the game ends. Here, fans may obtain information, offer suggestions or register complaints, and receive general assistance during visits to Innovative Field.

INJURIES: Injuries should be reported to the nearest usher or stadium personnel, and tended to by stadium first aid personnel. Rochester Community Baseball, Inc. and Innovative Field are not liable for any harm, injury, or damages sustained by any spectator or to any spectator's property, including all risks-whether foreseen or unforeseen- unless the harm, injury, or damages result from the clear negligence of Rochester Community Baseball, Inc. or Innovative Field.

KNOT HOLE KIDS CLUB: Since 1927, the Red Wings Knot Hole Kids Club -- available for Wings fans ages 4-12 -- presented by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield has provided an affordable baseball experience for generations of Rochesterians. In 2023, every Sunday home game will be a Knot Hole Kids Club game. For more information or to purchase CLICK HERE.

LOST AND FOUND: Lost and found items should be taken to Sleep City Guest Services. After each game, all collected items will be taken to the Red Wings Administrative Offices. For more information, please call (585) 454-1001 and press zero, Monday-Friday between 9 am-5 pm (weekend game days, after 11 am).

MASCOTS: The Red Wings’ mascots are named Spikes, Mittsy and Mac.

MILITARY SALUTE : The Rochester Red Wings have teamed up with Potter Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing to honor local veterans and active military members as part of the in-game Military Salute. The Red Wings will recognize a local military member, active or retired, during the game. Through the partnership with Potter Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing, each person who is honored will receive two 100-level tickets, VIP parking and 25 Diamond Dollars, which is ballpark currency that can be used at the Red Wings Team Store, Ticket Office or concession stands. NOMINATE A HERO HERE

PARKING AREAS: Public parking is available in Lot D with entrances off Brown Street and Oak Street and Lot C with entrance off of Morrie Silver Way. Parking is $6 in both lots.

PETS: With the exception of service/guide dogs, and dogs on regularly scheduled Bark in the Park dates, pets are not permitted at Innovative Field. Service animals are defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as dogs that are “trained to perform a task directly related to a person’s disability.” Emotional support or comfort dogs are not service animals according to the ADA.

Innovative Field staff may ask two questions of a patron asking to bing a service dog into the ballpark: (1) Is the dog a service animal required because of a disability? and (2) what work or task has the dog been trained to perform?

Please visit this link for more information:

https://www.ada.gov/topics/service-animals/

PICNIC AREAS/LARGE PARTY SUITES: There are a variety of picnic areas and party suites to host your group event at the ballpark. For more information on PICNICS click here and for more information on LARGE PARTY SUITES click here.

PLATES: In honor of Rochester’s favorite delicacy, the Garbage Plate, the Red Wings play as the “Plates” every Thursday home game. The Plates debuted at Innovative Field in front of over 13,000 fans on August 10, 2017.

PROHIBITED ITEMS: The following items are prohibited at any Innovative Field event: Containers larger than 16 x 16 x 8 inches, beach ball and other inflatables, glass bottles, fireworks, firearms or other weapons (e.g., knives), laser devices and pointers, skateboards and rollerblades, toy guns and knives (including water guns), sticks and clubs, unmanned aerial vehicles.

**Strollers are allowed in the stadium and may be left at guest services when not being used.

RAIN CHECKS: In the unlikely event that a game is postponed, fans may exchange their tickets for seats to a future regular season home game. There are no cash refunds for tickets or parking. All exchanges must be done at the Red Wings Ticket Office. More info on our Rain Policy here.

RED WINGS HALL OF FAME: Established in 1989, the Red Wings Hall of Fame – located on the first base concourse - recognizes individuals who made unique contributions to the history of professional baseball in Rochester - both on the field, and off. Click here to see the Red Wings Hall of Fame.

RESTROOMS: Restrooms are located on all levels of the stadium. Diaper changing areas are available in both men's and women's restrooms. A family restroom is available on the first base side of the concourse.

RETIRED NUMBERS: The Red Wings have four numbers retired on the outfield wall at Innovative Field: #26 to honor Red Wings player, manager, general manager and broadcaster, Joe Altobelli; #36 to honor former Wings slugger Luke Easter, #42 to honor baseball icon Jackie Robinson; #8,222 to signify the initial number of shares sold in the 1957 stock drive to save baseball in Rochester spearheaded by local businessman Morrie Silver.

SECURITY: If you are in need of assistance, stadium security can be found throughout the ballpark wearing bright yellow jackets.

SMOKING POLICY: For the health and comfort of all fans, all forms of smoking including the use of "e-cigarettes" and "vapor cigarettes" are strictly prohibited at Innovative Field.

SOCIAL MEDIA: You can follow the Red Wings on Twitter (@RocRedWings), Facebook (facebook.com/rocredwings), Instagram (@rocredwings) and Tik Tok (@rocredwings)

SPECIAL SERVICES: Special attention has been given to all areas of the stadium to ensure that it's fan-friendly. Innovative Field provides many services and amenities to accommodate the needs of guests with disabilities. Information regarding equal access seating, elevators, handicapped parking, wheelchair availability, and more may be obtained at Guest Services or by calling 454-1001 and pressing zero, Monday-Friday between 9 am and 5 pm.

SUITES: Renting a suite at Innovative Field is a great way to entertain clients, reward employees or simply enjoy a game as a group. Click here for more info on our suites.

TEAM STORE: The Red Wings Team Store is open during all games, and Tuesday through Friday, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, year-round. For more information, please call (585) 454-1001, ext. 3056. You can also shop on-line at RedWings.MiLBStore.com.

TICKET OFFICE: During the season, the Innovative Field Ticket Office is open from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. On the days of a Innovative Field event, the Ticket Office is open from 10 am through the time of the event. For ticket information, please call (585) 423-WING (9464). Tickets to future home games are available during games at the advance ticket window, located near the Main Gates.

TICKETS ONLINE: Order tickets online and print at home. Click here to order tickets online.

USHERS: Ushers are located throughout the seating bowl to assist fans with seat locations and other questions.

VIDEO BOARD MESSAGES, WELCOMES, BIRTHDAYS:

• Messages are displayed after the bottom of the 6th inning
• Cost $25 (donation to Red Wings Community Foundation), includes message (maximum 45 characters) and digital photo.
• Orders must be placed 2 business days in advance during office hours, Mon - Friday 9:00-5:00 / either by phone (454-1001 ext. 0) or in-person
• We accept credit card, cash or check

WALK OF FAME: The Innovative Field Walk of Fame is a walkway within the stadium featuring the names of fans, players, management and media spanning Rochester's sports history. The area is comprised of brick pavers, each displaying the name of a member of the Rochester Sports Walk of Fame, surrounded by bricks with names of fans and businesses who support the history of Rochester Sports. Each brick sells for $100.00. Visit the Walk of Fame, near the Plymouth Avenue entrance (left field corner) to the stadium. If you are interested in placing a commemorative brick in the Walk of Fame, please email Annamarie at [email protected]. You can also fill out this form and send back to us

Wi-Fi: Enjoy FREE Wi-Fi access throughout the stadium courtesy of Frontier Communications, the Rochester Red Wings and Monroe County.

Fan Behavior Policy