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Osceola County Stadium


Spring Training home of the Astros since 1985

Ballpark address:
631 Heritage Parkway
Kissimmee, FL   34744

Opened: 1985
Capacity: 5,300

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 Osceola County Stadium

Location
Osceola County Stadium is the centerpiece of the county's Heritage Park, a 120-acre multi-purpose complex that includes a livestock arena and an exhibition building. Gateway High School is directly across the street from the entrance to the park.

Directions
Take either I-4 or the Florida Turnpike to US 192. Follow US 192, also known as Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, to Bill Beck Boulevard. Turn onto Bill Beck Boulevard, then take a left onto Heritage Parkway and the stadium is about a quarter mile away. You'll see its light towers well before you arrive.

  • To get to US 192 from I-4, take exit # 64. From the Turnpike, take either exit # 242 (northbound) or # 244 (southbound).

    Parking
    All of the parking for the general public is in a large grass field on the first base side of the stadium.
     Cost: $7


    Stadium Information
    Osceola County Stadium is symbolic of the ballparks built to host spring training in the 1980s. It was also one of the first stadiums produced by HOK, the renowned ballpark architectural firm that became a household name after designing Camden Yards. Although an $18.3 million renovation in 2003 spruced up the place considerably, Osceola County Stadium remains a relatively uninspiring facility known for its basic design and intimacy. Its official capacity of 5,300 is the smallest of any of the 26 ballparks used for spring training. The stadium's exterior is made of concrete shaded in the Astros' team colors and, like the team's home state, the interior has plenty of wide open spaces, as roomy concourses and patios abound. The right field corner is occupied by a building that houses the USSSA (United States Specialty Sports Association) headquarters and Hall of Fame. A similarly attractive building in the left field corner contains the Astros' clubhouse and offices. Pennants from each of the eight years that the Astros have made the playoffs are on the facade of the press box. The stadium is named after the county it's located in. Kissimmee is the county seat.

    Fast Facts

  • Fans enter the ballpark through one of two gates (A and B) that are located on opposite sides of the ticket windows directly behind home plate.
  • The concourse is located behind the stadium and is completely uncovered.
  • A fenced in playground called Astroland can be found down the right field line, between the USSSA building and grandstand.
  • Both bullpens are in foul territory down the outfield lines - the Astros in left, visitors in right.
  • The stadium's only scoreboard is in right-center field. It has an electric line score and a panel that displays the name of the batter.
  • Just like at Minute Maid Park, Deep in the Heart of Texas is played during the 7th inning stretch.
  • The team store behind home plate sells a wide selection of Astros merchandise. A cart selling novelties is on the left field patio.

    Practice Fields

  • The Astros' minor league complex, which contains four practice fields, is in a cloverleaf formation directly behind the ballpark's left field wall.
  • There is no access to the practice fields on the days that the Astros have a home game.

    Types of Seating
    Osceola County Stadium seating diagram All seats in the ballpark have chair backs and armrests and are painted green.

  • Stadium seats: 5,300
  • Bleachers: none
  • Berm: none

    Notes about the seating

  • The Astros dugout is on the third base side. To make sure you're on the home side of the stadium, buy your tickets in sections 101-109 or 201-210.
  • An aisle divides the seating into two sections. Box seats (100 level) are below the aisle and Reserved seats (200 level) are above it.
  • All seats have cup holders.
  • Handicap accessible seating is made up of rows of wheelchair spaces and companion seats that are found above a handful of sections. In box seats, handicapped seating comprises row 6 of sections 104, 108, 112 & 116. In reserved seats, handicapped seating is above sections 201, 204-205, 216-217 & 220 in row 20.
  • The protective netting behind home plate extends from sections 108-112 and attaches to the roof, which makes people sitting behind the screen feel like they are in a cage.
  • The ballpark has plenty of standing room, which enables it to hold far more fans than its listed capacity. Fans can stand behind sections 201-205 and 216-220, plus in open patios down the left and right field line.
  • The deck behind sections 216-220 has 15 plastic picnic tables on it.

    Sections and rows

  • Rows for stadium sections range as follows:
    2 to 8 in sections 101-103; 2 to 5 in section 104; 6 to 8 in sections 105-107; 1 to 5 in section 108; 1 to 8 in sections 109-111; 1 to 5 in section 112; 6 to 8 in sections 113-115; 2 to 5 in section 116; 2 to 8 in sections 117-119; 9 to 19 in section 201; 9 to 22 in sections 202-203; 9 to 19 in sections 204-205; 9 to 22 in section 206; 9 to 16 in sections 209-212; 9 to 22 in section 215; 9 to 19 in sections 216-217; 9 to 22 in sections 218-219; 9 to 19 in section 220
  • Sections 207, 208, 213 & 214 are made up of two rows of outdoor balcony seating that are reserved for suite holders.

    Seats to avoid
    Some seats in section 108 and 112 are angled poorly due to the design of the stadium behind home plate.

    Seats in the shade
    A roof providers cover for rows 16 & up in reserved sections 202-206 and 215-219. Because the sun is behind the first base grandstand, rows 12 & up of sections 215-219 will be shaded during the day.

    VIP seating
    A small number of suites are located on both sides of the press box and have outdoor balconies with stadium seating. A party deck atop the USSSA building can accommodate up to 80 people.


    Game Day
    Gates open 2 hours before game time.

    Food, drink and bag policy

  • Only plastic bottles of water can be brought into the stadium. No food is allowed.
  • Bags are allowed up to a maximum size of 16" x 16" x 8".

    Getting autographs
    This is the best stadium for autographs in the Grapefruit League. The Autograph Alleys - patios down each outfield line - are great places to get autographs before, after and even during the game. The patios are adjacent to each team's clubhouse - the Astros in left and visitors in right. Fans have pretty good access to both team's bullpens, where pitchers sign before and after games. Players also sign for fans along the fences from each dugout to the foul poles after the game. All in all, the stadium provides plenty of opportunities to get autographs, which is a break from what's become the norm elsewhere.

    Unique ballpark fare
    A good selection of grub can be found at various concession stands on the concourse behind the grandstand. In 2009, one vendor sold corn on the cob, boiled peanuts and sweet tea while another offered the choice of gyros or corn dogs. The stadium sold three styles of hot dog: Texas (chili), Cincinnati (cheese) and Chicago. Elsewhere, pulled pork was put on a sandwich, fried chicken on a stick, and steak in a pita. In addition to the wide variety of food, beer on tap was well represented. Bud, Bud Light, Hop Hound Amber Wheat, Widmer Hefeweizen, Land Shark and Shock Top Belgian White were all available on draft. Fountain drinks all come from one company: Coca-Cola.


    2010 Astros Spring Training Schedule


    (only home games at Osceola County Stadium are listed)
    March Day Time Visiting Team StubHub
    4 Thursday 1:05 Nationals Tickets
    6 Saturday 1:05 Braves Tickets
    8 Monday 1:05 Blue Jays Tickets
    10 Wednesday 1:05 Marlins Tickets
    13 Saturday 1:05 Nationals Tickets
    14 Sunday 1:05 Braves Tickets
    16 Tuesday 1:05 Red Sox Tickets
    17 Wednesday 1:05 Nationals Tickets
    19 Friday 1:05 Blue Jays Tickets
    20 Saturday 1:05 Yankees Tickets
    21 Sunday 1:05 Mets Tickets
    22 Monday 1:05 Cardinals Tickets
    26 Friday 1:05 Pirates Tickets
    27 Saturday 1:05 Rays Tickets
    30 Tuesday 1:05 Phillies Tickets
    April Day Time Visiting Team StubHub
    1 Thursday 1:05 Tigers Tickets

    * Single game tickets went on sale Saturday, January 23.
    See the full 2010 Astros Spring Training schedule


    Ballpark Area Info
    The Astros train about 10 miles from one of the greatest tourist destinations the world has ever known - Walt Disney World. Besides that, there is lots to do in the surrounding area. From mini golf to helicopter tours, there are plenty of diversions. There's also plenty of lodging and restaurants to cater to the throngs of year-round visitors, a byproduct of which makes a visit to Kissimmee very cost efficient (meaning cheap). No other spring training destination offers so many good hotel rooms at such an affordable price (often less than $35). As such, the area is a good one to base your Florida spring training trip out of.

    Travelers' notes

  • The Florida Turnpike is 2 miles from the stadium.
  • The closest Interstate, I-4, is 13 miles away.
  • Osceola Heritage Park, of which the stadium is a part of, is an oasis of recreation in an area awash with commercial development. Given the magnitude of that development it is surprising that almost nothing is run down. You'll feel safe, not at just the ballpark, but everywhere you go.

    Nearby Restaurants

    Restaurants close to Osceola County Stadium
    Distance Restaurant Street Address City/Zip Phone
    0.25 miles KFC/Taco Bell 1924 E Irlo Bronson Mem Hwy Kissimmee, FL 34744 407-932-0950
    0.3 Burger King 1920 E Irlo Bronson Mem Hwy Kissimmee, FL 34744 407-846-2085
    0.35 Mom's Pizza & Deli 1943 E Irlo Bronson Mem Hwy Kissimmee, FL 34744 407-935-0300
    0.55 Kissimmee Steak House 2047 E Irlo Bronson Mem Hwy Kissimmee, FL 34744 407-847-8050
    0.55 Denny's 2051 E Irlo Bronson Mem Hwy Kissimmee, FL 34744 407-846-7523
    0.6 Cinco De Mayo Mexican Kitchen 2050 E Irlo Bronson Mem Hwy Kissimmee, FL 34744 407-932-2555
    0.7 IHOP 2095 E Irlo Bronson Mem Hwy Kissimmee, FL 34744 407-944-3355
    0.75 McDonald's 2110 E Irlo Bronson Mem Hwy Kissimmee, FL 34744 407-933-8007
    0.9 Third Base Pub 225 Simpson Rd Kissimmee, FL 34744 407-846-4747
    1.0 Nick's Subs 2312 Fortune Rd Kissimmee, FL 34744 407-962-0016
    1.0 Benny Wong's Chinese 2318 Fortune Rd Kissimmee, FL 34744 407-344-7996
    1.0 Olde Cuba Restaurant 2215 E Irlo Bronson Mem Hwy Kissimmee, FL 34744 407-518-0510
    1.1 Rodeo Diner 2235 E Irlo Bronson Mem Hwy Kissimmee, FL 34744 407-846-8003
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    Nearby Hotels

    Hotels close to Osceola County Stadium
    Distance Hotel Street Address City/Zip Phone
    0.5 miles Stadium Inn & Suites 2039 E Irlo Bronson Mem Hwy Kissimmee, FL 34744 407-846-7814
    0.6 Quality Inn 2050 E Irlo Bronson Mem Hwy Kissimmee, FL 34744 407-846-4545
    0.8 Ramada 2145 E Irlo Bronson Mem Hwy Kissimmee, FL 34744 407-846-4646
    1.4 Clarion Resort Waterpark 2261 E Irlo Bronson Mem Hwy Kissimmee, FL 34744 407-846-2221
    5.4 Baymont Inn & Suites 4156 W Vine St Kissimmee, FL 34741 407-994-1900
    9.0 Hampton Inn & Suites 4971 Calypso Cay Way Kissimmee, FL 34746 407-396-8700
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    Nearby Airports

    Airports close to Osceola County Stadium
    Distance Airport Airport Code
     7.3 miles Orlando International MCO
    47.0 Melbourne International MLB
    64.1 Daytona Beach International DAB
    74.7 Tampa International TPA
    82.9 St. Lucie County International FPR

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