Sam’s Batting Cages

04/09/2026

Check it out: Sam's made the news at WGN-TV! We're so excited to be operating as a non-profit. Come visit us for some family-friendly affordable fun!

Sam's Batting Cages in Melrose Park opens

04/04/2026

HAPPY OPENING DAY! The rain is letting up and we can't wait to see you out at the cages.

Please note, we will be CLOSED tomorrow for Easter Sunday. Also, cages 1 and 6 are non-operational after this winter, but we are working to get them repaired as quickly as possible.

We're so grateful for this community and all your support. Looking forward to a great season!

03/26/2026

https://www.oakpark.com/2026/03/24/sams-offers-stem-fun-youth-ballplayers/

Back in high school, Katie Moody played softball, so naturally going to the batting cages to take some hefty swings after a rough day is a pastime of hers. Her spot of choice was – and is – Sam’s Community Batting Cages at 1425 N. 1st Ave.

03/19/2026

We will be OPEN for the season starting Saturday April 4th (then closed the following day for Easter). We can't wait to see you at the cages!

02/12/2026

Hey Everyone. BIG NEWS.

Sam's is officially now a 501c3 non-profit organization!

Our mission:
The mission of Sam’s Community Batting Cages Inc. is to support local youth baseball and softball programs, their players, and families by providing an accessible outdoor practice facility throughout the baseball and softball seasons. Additionally, the organization seeks to enrich the lives of the local community by offering affordable, wholesome recreation and educational opportunities, including STEM-related classes. All activities are conducted exclusively for charitable and educational purposes, with any proceeds used to enhance community services, improve the facility, maintain affordability, and support local youth leagues and teams.

We'll have more to share in time, but wanted to get the word out as soon as we receive our letter from the IRS. Only to more months until opening day!

11/08/2025

Fulfilling our educational mission with the ball toss game and talking about momentum at the Oak Park Education Foundation Fall Into STEM Fest at Julian Middle School. Swing by to see tons of great organizations in science!n

11/01/2025

TODAY: It’s Game 7 of the World Series and it’s “Game 7” of our season. Today is our last day open until the spring. Get your last swings in!

10/29/2025

Happy Spooky Season! We will be CLOSED on Friday 10/31 for Halloween.

10/26/2025

Saturday, November 1st is the last day of the 2025 season -- come join us at the cages!

10/21/2025

Update: still raining. We’re not going to open tonight. See you tomorrow!

10/21/2025

Opening at 5:00 this evening due to weather.