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- Get ticketsScranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders at Syracuse MetsThu, Jun 4, 2026 · 6:35 PM EDT
- Get ticketsScranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders at Syracuse MetsFri, Jun 5, 2026 · 6:35 PM EDT
- Get ticketsScranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders at Syracuse MetsSat, Jun 6, 2026 · 6:35 PM EDT
- Get ticketsScranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders at Syracuse MetsSun, Jun 7, 2026 · 1:05 PM EDT
- Get ticketsNorfolk Tides at Syracuse MetsTue, Jun 16, 2026 · 6:05 PM EDT
- Get ticketsNorfolk Tides at Syracuse MetsWed, Jun 17, 2026 · 11:05 AM EDT
- Get ticketsNorfolk Tides at Syracuse MetsThu, Jun 18, 2026 · 6:35 PM EDT
- Get ticketsNorfolk Tides at Syracuse MetsFri, Jun 19, 2026 · 6:35 PM EDT
- Get ticketsNorfolk Tides at Syracuse MetsSat, Jun 20, 2026 · 6:35 PM EDT
- Get ticketsNorfolk Tides at Syracuse MetsSun, Jun 21, 2026 · 1:05 PM EDT
- Get ticketsWorcester Red Sox at Syracuse MetsTue, Jun 30, 2026 · 6:35 PM EDT
- Get ticketsWorcester Red Sox at Syracuse MetsWed, Jul 1, 2026 · 6:35 PM EDT
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Parking
Reserve a spot in advance — game-day parking near NBT Bank Stadium fills early.
Getting there
NBT Bank Stadium sits on the north side of Syracuse at 1 Tex Simone Drive, just off I-81 at the 7th North Street exit and a short drive from I-90 (the New York State Thruway). Driving is the standard approach — there is no rail service to the ballpark, though Centro bus routes serve the surrounding North Side neighborhood. From downtown Syracuse it's about a 10-minute drive north on I-81. Team-affiliated and adjacent surface lots ring the ballpark and reserving in advance via the parking link above typically beats game-day pricing on fireworks dates. Rideshare drop-off zones are signed along Tex Simone Drive. Confirm bag and entry rules on the Mets' (Syracuse) official site before going.
The neighborhood
The blocks immediately around NBT Bank Stadium are light-industrial and warehouse parcels along Hiawatha Boulevard and the Regional Market area rather than a walkable pre-game village. The Destiny USA mega-mall sits about a mile south on the other side of I-81 and is the largest commercial cluster nearby. Downtown Syracuse — Armory Square, Hanover Square, the Erie Canalway — is about a ten-minute drive south and is the region's restaurant and nightlife core. Syracuse University and the Carrier Dome (now the JMA Wireless Dome) are another ten minutes southeast. The Central New York Regional Market sits a short walk from the ballpark and runs a major Saturday morning farmers' market that doubles as a casual pre-day-game stop on weekend home stands.
Where to eat & drink nearby
Pre-game stops in Syracuse — most a short drive from the ballpark — include Dinosaur Bar-B-Que (the original Syracuse location of the regional barbecue chain that started here in 1988, in the Inner Harbor area), Heid's of Liverpool (the white-hot and Coney-style hot-dog institution in nearby Liverpool, the canonical regional snack stop), and Pastabilities in Armory Square — the downtown Italian standby. Empire Brewing Company in Armory Square is the regional craft-beer destination. Funk 'n Waffles is the downtown brunch standby for day-game prep. The Central New York Regional Market a short walk from the ballpark runs a major Saturday-morning farmers' market with prepared food stalls. Stella's Diner is the North-Side diner option closer to the ballpark itself. Pre-game crowds at the closest bars build modestly on weekend home dates.
First-timer tips
Plan to arrive about 45 minutes to an hour before first pitch — parking flow at the surrounding lots is generally gentle. The franchise relocated to Syracuse in 1961 as the Chiefs and was rebranded as the Syracuse Mets in 2019 after the New York Mets acquired the club outright — the Mets and franchise had been affiliated for years before the ownership change. The ballpark was Syracuse's NBT Bank Stadium from a 2008 naming-rights deal forward; before that it carried the P&C Stadium and Alliance Bank Stadium names since opening in 1997. Mobile-only tickets are the norm. Bag policy and gate-open times shift season to season; confirm on the Mets' (Syracuse) site before going.
Best games to catch
International League divisional matchups against the Buffalo Bisons (Blue Jays affiliate), the Rochester Red Wings (Nationals affiliate), and the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (Yankees affiliate) are the most reliable above-average draws — the Upstate New York triangle of Rochester, Syracuse, and Buffalo, plus the SWB rivalry, anchors the schedule. Visits from the Worcester Red Sox carry New England-regional weight. Any date when a top Mets prospect or rehabbing major-leaguer is scheduled to play, plus fireworks Fridays and giveaway nights, typically peak demand. The Syracuse Mets publish their full promotional calendar on the team site — bobblehead nights, themed jersey giveaways, kids-run-the-bases dates — and the specifics vary year to year.
What to know
The ballpark opened in April 1997 as P&C Stadium, was renamed Alliance Bank Stadium in 2006, and became NBT Bank Stadium in 2008 under a long-term naming-rights agreement with NBT Bank. The venue replaced aging MacArthur Stadium as the home of the Syracuse Chiefs (later SkyChiefs, then back to Chiefs). The New York Mets purchased the franchise outright in 2017 — making the Syracuse Mets one of the few MiLB clubs directly owned by their MLB parent — and rebranded the team to Syracuse Mets for the 2019 season. The capacity is about 10,815, with a 360-degree concourse, group berms in the outfield, and a backdrop of the I-81 viaduct and the surrounding North Side. The ballpark hosted the Triple-A All-Star cycle in 2018 and has been a regular regional showcase for Mets prospects climbing to Citi Field.
Frequently asked questions
What time do gates open at NBT Bank Stadium?
Gates typically open about 60–90 minutes before first pitch, earlier for fireworks Fridays or major promotional dates. Exact gate-open times shift season to season — check the Syracuse Mets' official site for the current schedule.
Who plays at NBT Bank Stadium?
The Syracuse Mets, the Triple-A affiliate of the New York Mets, play their home games at NBT Bank Stadium. The Mets purchased the franchise outright in 2017 and rebranded from Syracuse Chiefs to Syracuse Mets in 2019.
How do I get to NBT Bank Stadium?
Driving is the standard option — the ballpark sits just off I-81 at the 7th North Street exit, about ten minutes from downtown Syracuse. There is no rail service to the ballpark, though Centro bus routes serve the surrounding North Side neighborhood.
Where can I park near NBT Bank Stadium?
Team-affiliated and adjacent surface lots ring the ballpark off Tex Simone Drive. Reserving in advance via the parking link above typically beats game-day pricing on fireworks dates. Confirm current rates and availability before driving in.
Is NBT Bank Stadium the same as Alliance Bank Stadium?
Yes — the ballpark opened as P&C Stadium in 1997, was renamed Alliance Bank Stadium in 2006, and became NBT Bank Stadium in 2008. It is the same Syracuse ballpark; only the naming-rights partner has changed.
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