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CarMax Park

CarMax Park is the Richmond Flying Squirrels' new 2026 home. The main pregame choices are a mobile ticket… Read more

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Reviewed 10.14.26

Bags & entry
Official bag & entry policy (opens in a new tab)Entry is mobile-ticketed. Bags above the published 7-by-5-inch threshold must be clear, with inspected diaper and medical exceptions; Will Call can help with ticket problems before entry.
Seat maps (opens in a new tab)
Parking
Official parking & directions (opens in a new tab)General parking is in the Red, Yellow, Green, and Pink lots. The Blue Lot is reserved for VIP, Legacy Club, and annual suite holders, while the Black & Gold Lot is for accessible parking through the Blue entrance.
Arrive
CarMax Park opened in Richmond for the 2026 season. Its ordinary gates open 90 minutes before game time, with special-event exceptions. Save the actual ticket and use the current numbered seating diagram for accessible spaces, lawn, drink rails and premium/group areas. Elevators behind Section 104 serve premium areas, and an accessibility lift serves the CareScout Power Tower. Arrange accessible seating and the appropriate route when purchasing. Use the current official parking plan for the new ballpark rather than the former Diamond’s entrance.
Exact location
1771 Encore Avenue, Richmond, VA 23230Open directions (opens in a new tab)
Getting there
GRTC Pulse stations are about a mile away on foot. For a shorter transit approach, connect from the Science Museum or Scott's Addition station to Route 20 northbound and exit at The Diamond; rideshare uses the Red Lot.
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CarMax Park’s completed bowl and field viewed across an outdoor table and rail, photographed by Victoria A. Ifatusin for The Richmonder’s March 2026 stadium preview. The ballpark opened for the 2026 season.
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CarMax Park’s completed bowl and field viewed across an outdoor table and rail, photographed by Victoria A. Ifatusin for The Richmonder’s March 2026 stadium preview. The ballpark opened for the 2026 season.

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Home teams
Richmond Flying Squirrels
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Venue details
Venue typeBallpark
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1771 Encore Avenue, Richmond, VA 23230

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Official event calendar (opens in a new tab)

Entry is mobile-ticketed. Bags above the published 7-by-5-inch threshold must be clear, with inspected diaper and medical exceptions; Will Call can help with ticket problems before entry.

Official CarMax Park 2026 operating notice (opens in a new tab)

Destination: CarMax Park, 1771 Encore Avenue, Richmond, VA 23230. CarMax Park opened in Richmond for the 2026 season. Its ordinary gates open 90 minutes before game time, with special-event exceptions. Save the actual ticket and use the current numbered seating diagram for accessible spaces, lawn, drink rails and premium/group areas. Elevators behind Section 104 serve premium areas, and an accessibility lift serves the CareScout Power Tower. Arrange accessible seating and the appropriate route when purchasing. Use the current official parking plan for the new ballpark rather than the former Diamond’s entrance. GRTC Pulse stations are about a mile away on foot. For a shorter transit approach, connect from the Science Museum or Scott's Addition station to Route 20 northbound and exit at The Diamond; rideshare uses the Red Lot. General parking is in the Red, Yellow, Green, and Pink lots. The Blue Lot is reserved for VIP, Legacy Club, and annual suite holders, while the Black & Gold Lot is for accessible parking through the Blue entrance.

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CarMax Park opened in Richmond for the 2026 season. Its ordinary gates open 90 minutes before game time, with special-event exceptions. Save the actual ticket and use the current numbered seating diagram for accessible spaces, lawn, drink rails and premium/group areas. Elevators behind Section 104 serve premium areas, and an accessibility lift serves the CareScout Power Tower. Arrange accessible seating and the appropriate route when purchasing. Use the current official parking plan for the new ballpark rather than the former Diamond’s entrance.

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  • Confirm your event’s accessible seating and complete step-free route with the venue; the guidance above may cover only part of your visit.
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CarMax Park’s dedicated bag-policy graphic permits clear plastic/vinyl/PVC bags up to 16 × 16 × 8 inches, one-gallon clear storage bags and non-clear clutches up to 5 × 7 × ¾ inches, with diaper/medical bags as exceptions. Approved bags can be searched. Ordinary backpacks, larger non-clear purses, camera bags, mesh/drawstring/duffel bags and patterned totes are prohibited. Outside food and drinks are not allowed; arrange special needs with the front office at 804-359-FUNN. The photographs show the completed park; a news story announcing the 2027 schedule does not mean it opened in 2027.

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  • Accepted payment methods, including any difference between parking, box office and concessions.
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GRTC Pulse stations are about a mile away on foot. For a shorter transit approach, connect from the Science Museum or Scott's Addition station to Route 20 northbound and exit at The Diamond; rideshare uses the Red Lot. Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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Seating maps & views

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Real photos from the seats

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Seating chart

CarMax Park — official-linked numbered seating chart

CarMax Park: Seating chart, CarMax Park — official-linked numbered seating chart. Use the source chart for section and row details.

The Flying Squirrels’ current seating page links this complete numbered diagram with lower/upper seating, accessible spaces, lawn, drink rails and premium/group categories. This depicts the Richmond ballpark that opened in 2026. Retain the entire category key and match the actual event ticket; printed categories do not establish available seats or premium access.

Open original chart (opens in a new tab)Source: Richmond Flying Squirrels / MiLB.com (opens in a new tab)Source checked 2026-10-14

Plan your visit

Arrival and logisticsBefore you goTransit, parking, timing and entry details

Need to Know

Best for
Flying Squirrels baseball when the mobile ticket, bag, lot color, and final approach to the new stadium are saved before leaving
Watch out for
CarMax Park’s dedicated bag-policy graphic permits clear plastic/vinyl/PVC bags up to 16 × 16 × 8 inches, one-gallon clear storage bags and non-clear clutches up to 5 × 7 × ¾ inches, with diaper/medical bags as exceptions. Approved bags can be searched. Ordinary backpacks, larger non-clear purses, camera bags, mesh/drawstring/duffel bags and patterned totes are prohibited. Outside food and drinks are not allowed; arrange special needs with the front office at 804-359-FUNN. The photographs show the completed park; a news story announcing the 2027 schedule does not mean it opened in 2027.
Good arrival window
CarMax Park opened in Richmond for the 2026 season. Its ordinary gates open 90 minutes before game time, with special-event exceptions. Save the actual ticket and use the current numbered seating diagram for accessible spaces, lawn, drink rails and premium/group areas. Elevators behind Section 104 serve premium areas, and an accessibility lift serves the CareScout Power Tower. Arrange accessible seating and the appropriate route when purchasing. Use the current official parking plan for the new ballpark rather than the former Diamond’s entrance.
Main transit note
GRTC Pulse stations are about a mile away on foot. For a shorter transit approach, connect from the Science Museum or Scott's Addition station to Route 20 northbound and exit at The Diamond; rideshare uses the Red Lot.
Sources7 officialReviewed 10.14.26Sources for Need to Know

Parking At A Glance

Parking difficulty

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$10 cashless parking across color-coded lots

What to do
General parking is in the Red, Yellow, Green, and Pink lots. The Blue Lot is reserved for VIP, Legacy Club, and annual suite holders, while the Black & Gold Lot is for accessible parking through the Blue entrance.
Best option
Use the Red Lot for general parking plus rideshare pickup and drop-off, or choose Yellow, Green, or Pink based on the approach road. Bike racks sit between the Red and Blue lots.
Avoid
Do not route to 2929 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard as the permanent venue address, enter the Blue Lot without the required credential, or arrive with cash as the only parking method.
Sources3 officialReviewed 10.14.26Sources for Parking At A Glance
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Inside the Venue At A Glance

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Mixed

Mobile-ticket entry

The permanent address is 1771 Encore Avenue, while the team separately publishes 2929 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard as a temporary driving address. Use the current directions page for the final approach.

02

Mixed

$10 cashless color-coded lots

Every seating section includes accessible seating. The Lawn permits blankets but prohibits camp chairs, shade structures, and other external furniture.

03

Positive

Pulse plus Route 20 option

The venue is cashless, and outside food and drink are prohibited unless the front office approves a special request. Fan Services and first aid are connected on the main concourse.

Sources1 fan · 4 officialReviewed 10.14.26Sources for Inside the Venue At A Glance

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Fit and tradeoffsWhat to expectThe practical strengths and the details that could change your choice

Why It Works

  • ✓A new ballpark with general lots on several approach roads
  • ✓Pulse plus Route 20 offers a documented transit option
  • ✓Accessible seating is available in every seating section
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Know Before You Book

  • ×The permanent address and temporary driving address can be confused.
  • ×Parking costs $10 and accepts debit or credit only.
  • ×The Lawn permits blankets but not camp chairs or other external furniture.
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Editorial verdict

FanProof Takeaway

Reviewed 10.14.26

Save the mobile ticket, use the permanent 1771 Encore Avenue venue record with current driving directions, bring a compliant bag, and choose the correct $10 cashless lot or transit connection.

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