07/26/2026
⚾️ DAY ONE AT BALLPARKS OF AMERICA ⚾️
First, let’s talk about how incredible Ballparks of America truly is! This one-of-a-kind youth baseball facility features five replica MLB stadiums, giving players in age groups from 11U through 14U the chance to compete on fields inspired by some of the most iconic ballparks in baseball. ⚾️🏟️
Teams can even stay together in their own on-site team suites for the entire tournament week, making the experience feel like a true baseball camp and creating memories these kids will talk about forever.
Ballparks of America offers so much more than baseball, too! There’s laser tag, an escape room, glow-in-the-dark mini golf, an on-site restaurant, a pro shop and even laundry facilities. Everything is right there, making it such an amazing place for youth baseball players and their families.
And parents, this part is for you! They recently built the Element Hotel, and it is literally about 67 seconds away from the fields. Being that close makes tournament week so much easier. You can quickly run back to the hotel between games, grab something you forgot, cool off or take a break without having to drive across town. It is such a game-changer for families during a busy week of baseball! 🙌🏼🏨
Day One is all about the excitement! The teams get their first look at their rooms during the big room reveal. The moms go all out decorating the suites, bringing fun décor, snacks and all the little extras that make the boys feel special and at home for the week. 🎉🍿
After the room reveals, everyone heads to the Family Feast, where the players and parents get to eat together, meet new people and start building friendships.
Then it’s time for Opening Ceremonies! All of the teams and families come together as each team playing that week is introduced. There’s music, fun activities and so much excitement for the week ahead.
And because the boys are never ready for the fun to end, they finish Day One by staying up late and playing Blitzball together. ⚾️🌙
That is Day One at Ballparks of America: room reveals, family time, new friendships, Opening Ceremonies and kids from 11U to 14U making baseball memories that will last a lifetime. 🩵