Family-Friendly Guide to WooSox

In 2021, Kelly Square in Worcester welcomed Polar Park to the neighborhood. The stadium hosts the Worcester Red Sox, also known as the WooSox, a Triple-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox. The WooSox at Polar Park is the perfect family-friendly place to visit in Central Mass. Whether you’re a rookie or a seasoned slugger, this ballpark has something for everyone in the family.

Below is a family-friendly guide to the Woo Sox:

Activities for Kids

Kids will love the baseball-themed playground in center field. Just behind the playground, they can climb aboard a retired Duck Boat, “Beantown Betty,” which was once occupied by players from all four major Boston sports teams during World Championship parades. Look for Smiley and Woofster, the team mascots, on the concourse for a photo opp and see a member of guest services for a certificate to commemorate their first Woo Sox game. Stick around postgame for Sunset Catch on the Field on Saturdays, or Kids Run the Bases on Sundays.

Grown-Up Features & Food

Sit back and relax in the Adirondack chairs in the berm next to the playground while enjoying food from one of the many concession stands. Polar Park’s lineup is comprised of your classic ballgame foods, such as hot dogs, pizza, burgers, chicken tenders, and French fries. They also offer a variety of vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free (pizza), and strictly kosher options. And don’t miss “Taco & Tequila Tuesdays,” a deal that includes a margarita and a walking taco with either ground beef, shredded chicken, or pulled pork for just $15. You can purchase water for $5, but you can bring your own empty water bottle and use one of their two refill stations inside the park.

Family-Friendly Entertainment

Enjoy special family entertainment every Sunday, presented by Fallon Health. There are also special nights honoring various local communities; check to see if your town is part of the fun. There are also post-game Unibank Fireworks after certain games, check the schedule. During the game, your kids will love trying to get on the JumboTron with their dance moves during the WooSox dance breaks, and they will love chasing down the mascots throughout the game for a handshake or picture.

Inclusive Considerations

Polar Park prides itself on inclusion. In this ballpark, you will find a peanut-free section (The University Dental Group Berm). A sensory-friendly room is presented by Venture Community Services, nursing rooms are located at the Country Bank Fan Services Center on the main concourse and behind suite 20 on the DCU Club Level, and 5 family restrooms are scattered throughout the stadium. You can find a list of their heritage nights. and cause-awareness games. The stadium is ADA accessible with special accommodations in Sections 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 101, and 202.

Parking & Gates

Downtown Worcester has various parking options around the ballpark that cost between $5 and $21+. The largest lots include the McGrath Blvd. lot behind the Worcester Public Library, the Union Station Garage, and the Worcester Common Garage. Accessible parking is available on Green Island Boulevard and Canal Street. When finding parking, keep in mind that the park gates typically open 60 minutes before game time during weeknight games and 95 minutes before games on Saturdays and Sundays unless otherwise noted.

Tickets

Tickets start at $5 if purchased in person ($7.50 if purchased in advance online), with single-game tickets costing upwards of $50+ per ticket. All tickets can be purchased online, over the phone at (508) 500-8888, or in person at the Polar Park Ticket Office.

Root for the home team, WooSox, this season at Polar Park!

Originally written by Katie Millett in 2024, updated by Central Mass Mom in July 2025.