SHADE GUIDE

Segra Park

Columbia FirefliesMLB
BullStreet District,
9,077 seats
0° orientation
Open Air
Built 2016
Segra Park stadium information: Home of the Columbia Fireflies in MLB. Located in BullStreet District, with a capacity of 9,077 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 0 degrees. Built in 2016.

Overview

Segra Park is a modern facility in Columbia serving as home to the Royals Single-A affiliate, featuring state-of-the-art amenities and the largest capacity in Single-A baseball.

Stadium Highlights

  • Royals Single-A affiliate
  • Opened in 2016
  • Largest Single-A capacity
  • Columbia, SC capital city
  • Modern amenities

Unique Features

  • 360-degree concourse
  • Fireflies light shows
  • Natural grass field
  • Columbia skyline views
  • State-of-the-art facility

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

  • Third base side
  • Club level

Afternoon Games

  • Sections 210-220
  • Suites

Evening Games

  • Most sections after 6 PM

Shade Tips

  • South Carolina summers brutal
  • Modern design provides good shade options
  • Third base side preferred
  • Evening games much better

Monthly Weather Patterns

April

71°F 65% 30% rain

Pleasant spring

Comfortable conditions

May

79°F 68% 30% rain

Warming up

Shade helpful

June

86°F 70% 35% rain

Hot and humid

Covered seating recommended

July

90°F 72% 40% rain

Very hot

Evening games only

August

89°F 73% 40% rain

Peak heat

Maximum shade needed

September

82°F 70% 30% rain

Still warm

More comfortable

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

Lexington Medical Center Club

Premium level behind home plate

  • Climate controlled
  • All-inclusive food/drinks
  • Padded seats
  • Private entrance

Seating Tips

Club level

All-inclusive with A/C

experience

360 concourse

Walk around for views

experience

Third base upper

Best shade value

shade

Lawn

Great for families

value

Budget-Friendly Options

  • Lawn seating
  • Upper reserved
  • Standing room

Food & Drink

Signature Items

  • Fireflies Burger
  • Carolina Gold BBQ
  • Pimento cheese fries

Local Favorites

  • South Carolina BBQ
  • Pimento cheese
  • Boiled peanuts
  • Sweet tea

Beer & Beverages

  • River Rat
  • Conquest
  • South Carolina craft beers

Local breweries: River Rat Brewery, Conquest Brewing, Steel Hands

Getting There

Address

1640 Freed St, Columbia, SC 29201

Parking Options

Main Lot

Distance: 100 yardsPrice: $5

Overflow Lots

Distance: 300-500 yardsPrice: $5

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

  • COMET bus service

Ride Share: Uber and Lyft available

Game Day Tips

Modern Amenities

Newest park in Single-A

Capital City

Government worker crowds

USC Connection

Gamecock fans prevalent

Summer Heat

Evening games essential

Typical Game Day Schedule

  • Gates Open: 60 minutes before first pitch
  • First Pitch: Varies by day

Neighborhood: BullStreet District

Redeveloped area on former state hospital grounds

Before the Game

  • BullStreet development
  • Downtown Columbia
  • USC campus

After the Game

  • Vista nightlife
  • Main Street restaurants

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

  • 360 concourse allows full park views
  • Club level worth it for heat relief
  • Modern amenities throughout
  • USC nights draw bigger crowds

Best Value

  • Lawn seating for families
  • Mason Jar Monday deals
  • Upper reserved seats
  • Group packages

Hidden Gems

  • BullStreet development growing
  • Best amenities in Single-A
  • Capital city location benefits
  • USC campus proximity

Things to Avoid

  • Day games in summer heat
  • Parking challenges on big nights
  • First base side in afternoon

Stadium History

Timeline

2016Segra Park opens
2016Move from Capital City Stadium
2016Fireflies inaugural season

Stadium Traditions

Fireflies Light Shows

LED light displays

Capital City Baseball

Columbia baseball tradition