Carolina League Travel Guide - Fayetteville Woodpeckers
This is part three of a 10-part series on the teams and stadiums of the Carolina League. Stay tuned in the coming weeks for more on what makes each CL stadium worth a visit. To catch a Woodpeckers game, check out their website here.Part 1: Carolina MudcatsPart 2: Down East
This is part three of a 10-part series on the teams and stadiums of the Carolina League. Stay tuned in the coming weeks for more on what makes each CL stadium worth a visit. To catch a Woodpeckers game, check out their website here.
Part 1: Carolina Mudcats
Part 2: Down East Wood Ducks
On April 18, the Fayetteville Woodpeckers made history by opening beautiful Segra Stadium for the first time. The new home of the Houston Astros' Class A-Advanced affiliate is a beautiful ballpark that is jam-packed with exciting features, and Woodpeckers fans have been filing in at a rate comparable to the top teams in the Carolina League. It is a must-see stadium for people of any age or fandom.
BALLPARK FEATURES
Segra Stadium is an important part of a new era for downtown Fayetteville, and it is state-of-the-art in many ways. Not only does it boast controllable LED stadium lighting, but the high-definition video board stretches 70' by 25'.
Within the stadium, there are plenty of great places to watch the game or take in the evening. Healy's Bar is an outdoor patio bar in right field that features cornhole and foosball. Plus, the bar is open to the public on many days outside the Woodpeckers' schedule.
Healy’s, an outdoors bar in @SegraStadium with 30 taps, will be open Thursdays through Sundays, regardless of the @WoodpeckersNC schedule. #MiLB #NCBeer https://t.co/LmEpGE0fTX
— Ballparks and Brews (@ballparksnbrews) April 12, 2019
Segra Stadium's seating options also include a party deck, picnic area, and the Aevex Veterans Club. There are many ways to check out a Woodpeckers game, and more details are available here.
UNIQUE PROMOTIONS
We’re approaching the home opener for @WoodpeckersNC at Segra Stadium. GREAT ballpark! pic.twitter.com/X5sOp4MOBk
— Carolina League (@MiLB_CarolinaLg) April 18, 2019
Of course, the biggest date on the Woodpeckers' calendar has come and gone, with an incredible crowd of 6,202 fans taking in the first game at Segra Stadium. Still, there are plenty of great nights ahead in Fayetteville, including a few theme nights:
Saturday, June 29 - Houston Astros Night: The Woodpeckers will highlight their highly-successful big league club, as the first 1,000 fans will receive a bobblehead of 2017 American League Most Valuable Player
Friday, July 12 - Turn Back the Clock Night: The Woodpeckers will honor 100 years of Fort Bragg and the rich history of baseball in Fayetteville, which was the site of Babe Ruth's first professional home run.
Thursday, August 15 - National Airborne Night: Not only will the first 1,000 fans receive a replica Woodpeckers jersey, but the team will honor one of the largest airborne divisions in the nation at Fort Bragg.
AROUND THE AREA
While Fayetteville is now a prime location for baseball, it has always been a great option for tourists due to the city's rich history. Of course, Fort Bragg Military Base is near Segra Stadium and is the largest military instillation in the world, with more than 50,000 active duty personnel.
Visitors can also check out the Airborne & Special Operations Museum, which honors and preserves the legendary feats of the airborne and special operations troups who have contributed to the defense of our country.
Fans can stay at the Historic Prince Charles Hotel, which is located adjacent to the Woodpeckers' front office. Recently renovated, the Historic Prince Charles Hotel was added to the national register of historic places in 1983.
TICKET INFORMATION
As is the case throughout the Carolina League, the Woodpeckers have made their ticket prices affordable so that families can have the opportunity to enjoy an entertaining night at the ballpark. Single-game tickets start at just $9, while fans can purchase a 12-game pack for as low as $110.