Penn Medicine Park - Lancaster Stormers

Photos by Richard Smith, Stadium Journey

Stadium Info FANFARE Score: 4.14

Penn Medicine Park 650 North Prince Street Lancaster, PA 17603

Lancaster Stormers website

Penn Medicine Park website

Year Opened: 2005 Capacity: 6,000

A Storm In Lancaster

Lancaster is a city located in South Central Pennsylvania, which serves as the seat of Pennsylvania’s Lancaster County and one of the oldest inland towns in the United States. It has a population of around 60,000 and is most commonly known as being the heart of Amish country. There are many tourist attractions in the area based on the Amish culture, as well as a slew of factory outlet stores.

The Lancaster Red Roses were a minor league baseball team that played in the city from 1884 to 1961. They had a noted rivalry with York, PA, and their “White Roses” team. It was a re-imagination of the famous War of the Roses. The team played in the Piedmont League, Interstate League, Tri-State League, Pennsylvania State League, Atlantic League (1896-1899), Eastern Interstate League, Middle States League, Pennsylvania State Association, Keystone Association, and Eastern League. They had various names such as Lancaster Red Sox, Lancaster Lanks, Lancaster Maroons, Lancaster Chicks, Lancaster Ironsides, and Lancaster Red Stockings. The pro field at that point, Stumpf Field, is now home to high school baseball.

In 2005, the city came back to professional baseball as part of the independent Atlantic League. The name “Barnstormers” was chosen in a team-sponsored fan ballot. The name served two purposes, first playing on the term “Barn,” as well as referring to the act of “barnstorming,” which is playing in exhibition games while travelling around in various areas. In 2024, they re-branded with the Stormers name and the bull as a main part of their logo, as well as using some storm and barn imagery.

Originally, the stadium was named Clipper Magazine Stadium. The University of Pennsylvania Health System ("Penn Medicine") purchased the naming rights in 2025.

Food & Beverage 4

The stadium has a plethora of basic, good food options around the stadium. Food is of good quality, and the prices are reasonable for this level of baseball. We recommend a walking taco.

Beer starts at a reasonable price and goes higher if you choose a craft beer. A favorite spot is the pavilion on the right that offers a nice selection with a large craft beer menu. It is also a great spot to sit and enjoy some nice views of the game.

Atmosphere 4

There is a walkway that extends around the entire field. Make sure to spend at least one inning watching the game from various viewpoints around the stadium.

The seating bowl is a pretty standard setup for minor league baseball stadiums. There is no bad seat in the house. There is lawn seating in the left field area. Many fans also try to snag the single row of metal seating located at the bottom of the lawn and next to the outfield fence. The views here are great.

A kids' area is located right near the lawn seats. The team has a mascot named Cylo, which is not a cow or a bull, although it looks just like such an animal.

Neighborhood 4

The stadium is located just north of downtown. The stadium has been a part of the resurgence of the city. Make sure to walk around a bit before the game. There are many great food and drink options in downtown.

Franklin and Marshall College is located just northwest of the stadium and is within walking distance. There are a good number of stores and restaurants near the college. A very nice hotel, the Lancaster Arts Hotel, is located pretty much across the street from the stadium and makes a nice place to stay and watch games. The hotel serves as an art gallery and lodging establishment while making use of former factory space.

Fans 4

The Barnstormers have regularly been among the leaders in the Atlantic League for attendance, with an average of over 3,000 fans per game.

The fans that sit right behind the plate are knowledgeable. Once you get out to the fringe parts of the park, you may see the more casual fan. The stadium seems to make both types of fans feel right at home.

Given the Atlantic League's relatively small geographic area, fans of the visiting team, particularly those of the York Revolution, are often present in significant numbers.

Access 4

Lancaster is an easy area to navigate. Routes 30 and 222 are well-known, large roads that any tourist visitor to the area will be more than familiar with. Even though the stadium is located downtown, you will seldom find traffic to be too bad.

Lancaster is located about half an hour from the state capital, Harrisburg. It is also about an hour and a half to Baltimore, and the same distance to Philadelphia. Their rival Atlantic League team, the York Revolution, is a short distance west on Route 30.

There are many free parking lots around the stadium, as well as more expensive, slightly closer VIP lots.

Return on Investment 5

The best bargain is lawn tickets for under $10. If you want a seat, look for ones under or around $20. These prices are great for the high quality of baseball seen in the Atlantic League. Also, be on the lookout for special deals and events. There is also a nice variety of season and package plans.

Extras 4

The team store has a great variety of Stormers merchandise. The prices and quality are very good. Check out the clearance racks for some nice, cheap options.

The kids' play area in the left field area, which includes a merry-go-round, is a great place for the uninterested kids to spend some time. The variety of options for them is pretty good. If you have kids, buy lawn seats and send them over to the kids' area while you enjoy the game.

As you walk along the left field line outside the ballpark, coming from the parking lot, you'll find a mural dedicated to former players who have reached the major leagues.

Finally, the 360-degree concourse and its many vantage points to watch a game are quite an extra.

Final Thoughts

Penn Medicine Park offers a great baseball environment while still giving casual fans a fun entertainment option.