Photos by Lance Sutehall and Lloyd Brown, Stadium Journey
Stadium Info FANFARE Score: 3.86
Riverwalk Stadium 200 Coosa St Montgomery, AL 36104
Year Opened: 2004
Capacity: 7,000
It’s Biscuit Ball Y’all!
Next to the Alabama River lies Riverwalk Stadium, the home of the Montgomery Biscuits minor league baseball team since 2004. The Biscuits originally played in Orlando, Florida for the first three decades of the team’s existence. In 2003, the then-Orlando Rays announced they were relocating to a new ballpark in Montgomery, Alabama. That ballpark would become Riverwalk Stadium, Montgomery’s replacement for Patterson Field which had last hosted Minor League Baseball in 1980.
The Montgomery Biscuits are the Tampa Bay Rays AA affiliate and they compete in the Southern League. The Montgomery Biscuits won back-to-back Southern League championships in 2006 and 2007 as well as winning eleven half-season titles, recently winning the first half title in 2024.
Food & Beverage 4
There are a variety of concession stands throughout the concourse with the two main ones being “The Railyard” along the first base side and ”The Train Station” by third base. The Train Station offers standard fare such as hot dogs ($5), cheeseburgers ($8.25), chicken sandwiches ($8.25), chicken tenders ($9), pizza ($6), and nachos ($6). The Railyard offers super nachos ($13) with beef, chicken, or pork, Philly cheesesteaks ($12), and wings ($10).
The Biscuit Stand, Photo by Lloyd Brown, Stadium Journey
Smaller concession stands include a half-pound burger stand ($12.50), a Conecuh sausage stand that sells sausage dogs ($7.50), and fittingly a biscuit stand ($6-$10). Coca-Cola products are sold throughout the venue with options including water ($4), Powerade ($5.50), 24oz sodas ($4.50), and 32oz souvenir cups ($8). Alcohol is sold throughout the stadium in the form of 16oz ($7) or 32oz ($13.50) drafts. The venue is cashless.
Atmosphere 4
Riverwalk Stadium was built into the side of an abandoned train shed. The concession stands and other parts of the stadium pay homage to the history of the train depot. There is an active railroad by the third base foul pole and trains passing by often sound their horns.
There are specialty nights throughout the season including “Taco & Tallboy Tuesdays” where $4 tacos and $4 beers are sold, Military Wednesdays where military personnel get discounts on admission and concessions, and “Thirsty Thursdays” where beers and souvenir cups are half off. The Biscuits have postgame firework displays after games on Saturday nights.
Neighborhood 4
Montgomery is the capital city of Alabama and is therefore home to the Alabama State Capitol building. It is located about a mile away from Riverwalk Stadium but the Rosa Parks, Freedom Rides, and Hank Williams museums are within walking distance. For dining options include Bibb Street Pizza Company, Wintzell’s Oyster House, and Dreamland BBQ. There are several hotel chains nearby Riverwalk Stadium including SpringHill Suites, Embassy Suites, and DoubleTree.
Fans 3
The fans that come out to Biscuits games have a great time when they come to games. The Biscuits do a great job with promotions to get fans of all ages invested in the baseball games. Big Mo, the Biscuits mascot also plays a large part in getting the fans energized. When the Birmingham Barons come to town, the fans get particularly excited for state baseball bragging rights.
Access 4
From I-65, turn off at exit 172 and onto Herron Street before making a right on Bibb Street. Make a left on Coosa Street and Riverwalk Stadium will be on the right. From I-85, take exit 1 turn right on Union Street, and make a left on Madison Avenue before turning right on Coosa. From Highway 82, turn right on Highway 31. Act like you are driving to Maxwell Air Force Base by driving on Birmingham Highway which becomes Maxwell Boulevard. Drive straight on Tallapoosa Street until Riverwalk Stadium is on the left.
Once inside the stadium, the Concourse is wide enough for the crowd, the concession stands do not have long lines, and there are enough restrooms throughout the venue.
Return on Investment 4
Tickets to Biscuits games start at $9 for general admission lawn seats if purchased in advance. “Box” seats along the first and third baselines cost $11, “Super Box” tickets behind home play run $13, and “Executive Club” seats immediately behind home plate cost $15. If you decide to purchase tickets the day of, there will be a $2 surcharge added. If bringing a family with at least 4 people, the Family Pack offers box seats, combo meals, and admission into the “fun zone”. That costs $80 for 4 people (you can add people for $20/person).
Parking costs in public lots near the stadium (on weekends, street parking is free). You are looking at paying about $25 solo if you purchase a general admission ticket, pay $5 for parking, and drop $10 on concessions while a date night runs $45.
Extras 4
Riverwalk Stadium has been the host of the Sun Belt Conference baseball tournament since 2021. It was also home to the Alabama high school baseball championship until 2021 when it moved to Jacksonville State’s Jim Case Stadium. The venue hosted the NCAA Division 2 national championship from 2004-2007. During the game one of the giveaways involved tossing biscuits in the stands.
Final Thoughts
Riverwalk Stadium is a beautiful ballpark to come visit when stopping by Montgomery. It serves the Biscuits baseball team very well and is a fun place to spend a Summer evening or Saturday. Make sure you get a biscuit while you are watching the Biscuits!
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