Stadium Policies & Frequently Asked Questions

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Alcoholic Beverages
No alcohol (including non-alcoholic beer and wine) or illegal drugs may be brought into Peoples Natural Gas Field. Guests who appear under of the age of 30 are required to show valid photo ID indicating legal proof of age when purchasing alcohol inside the ballpark. Alcoholic beverage sales are limited to two (2) alcoholic beverages per person, per ID. Alcohol sales will be discontinued at the end of the seventh inning for the entire building, vendor and concession stands.

Animals
All certified service animals or animal assistants utilized by the disabled for visually impaired are welcome at Peoples Natural Gas Field. Otherwise, animals are prohibited within the confines of the ballpark

Autograph Policy
Fans may seek autographs from the time gates open until the end of batting practice and at the conclusion of the game. If you are seeking autographs in a seating section other than your own, you may be asked to move to your section once batting practice has concluded. We cannot guarantee autograph opportunities will be available and may have to suspend these opportunities for fan/player safety reasons.

Automated Teller Machines (ATMs)
There is one ATM located outside the Curve Caboose on the lower concourse near the VIP Entrance behind home plate.

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Cameras & Video Equipment
Guests are welcome to bring cameras and video recorders (not in hard cases) into the ballpark for personal use only. Commercial use of photos without the expressed written consent of the Curve and Minor League Baseball is prohibited. Fans are asked to avoid standing in aisles while using this equipment and should not obstruct the views of others while taking pictures and refrain from using tripods and monopods.

Child Admittance
Children ages two (2) and under do not need a ticket to enter Peoples Natural Gas Field. However, we do request that these children sit in their parent or guardian's lap and no occupy an additional seat. Promotional giveaway items are only available for ticketed guests.

Credit Card Policy
The Altoona Curve accepts American Express, MasterCard, Visa and Discover credit cards at the Curve Stockyard. MasterCard, Visa and Discover can be accepted at all concession stands throughout the ballpark.

Customer Service
The customer service booth is located directly behind home plate on the main concourse.

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Disabled Access
The Curve is committed to providing every guest with a comfortable and enjoyable experience at the ballpark, including those guests with disabilities. To accommodate our guests with disabilities, Peoples Natural Gas Field offers:
- Parking for guests with disabilities is located in either of the two VIP Parking lots (directly in front of the stadium)
- Accessible seating options throughout the ballpark. Please call 814-943-5400 to purchase handicap seats.
- An elevator located on the main concourse just inside the VIP entrance
- An entrance for people with disabilities is located to the right of the main entrance gate towards the lower parking lot

Drinking Fountains
There are two drinking fountain located on the main concourse, one on the first base side, one on the third base side.

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Family Restrooms
There is one family restroom located behind home plate on the main concourse.

Fan Interference
In the interest of safety, Peoples Natural Gas Field maintains a zero tolerance policy regarding fan interference with a ball in play or a player during the game. Failure to comply with the policy could result in immediate ejection from the ballpark and possible criminal sanctions.

First Aid
The first aid center is located on the Upper Concourse directly behind home plate.

Foul Balls
Guests are welcome to keep any foul ball hit into the stands. At no time should a foul or home run ball be thrown back on the field. Violators will be subject to ejection at the discretion of the Curve.

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Kids Play Areas
There are two Kids Play Areas located in Peoples Natural Gas Field for the amusement of our young guests. The Begin with Us Toddler Area is located on the upper concourse behind home plate and the Kids' Fun Zone is located down the right field line. Both are open during Curve home games (weather permitting).

Kids Run the Bases
Following all Saturday and Sunday home games, the Curve invites all kids ages 14 & under to participate in Kids Run the Bases. Adults are not permitted, unless accompanying a child age six or under. Those wishing to participate should line up on the first base side following the conclusion of the game. The Curve reserves the right to cancel Kids Run the Bases in the event of inclement weather or for other reasons.

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Lost and Found
Found articles may be turned in at the main office during game hours. Peoples Natural Gas Field staff will record pertinent information and lost articles. Guests needing assistance in retrieving lost items during non-game hours may call 814.943.5400.

Lost Children/Missing Persons
Guests should report any missing persons at the Laurel Eye Customer Service Booth located directly behind home plate on the main concourse. Lost children will be taken to the customer service booth to wait for their parents.

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National Anthem Performers
The Curve hold open auditions before each season for those interested in performing the National Anthem at Peoples Natural Gas Field. Individuals who are scheduled to sing the anthem should report to the Customer Service booth (located on the main concourse behind home plate) no later than 30 minutes prior to game time.

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Parking
There are two parking areas at Peoples Natural Gas Field. The parking lot directly in front of the stadium is reserved for Season Ticket Members with a VIP Lot parking pass, suite holders and individual fans on a limited basis (until VIP Lot passes are no longer available, on a game-by-game basis). Individual parking passes in the VIP Lot are $5 each. When all VIP Lot passes have been sold, additional parking is available for $4 in the parking garage between PNG Field and Lakemont Park. Parking may be purchased online in advance.

Pocket Schedules
The Curve's pocket schedules can be found in numerous businesses across Blair County and beyond. They can also be picked up from our front office during business hours. If you would like to have a pocket schedule mailed to you, please send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to:
Altoona Curve
Attn: Pocket Schedules
1000 Park Ave
Altoona, PA 16602

Prohibited Items
Prohibited items at the ballpark include but are not limited to: weapons of any kind, laser pointers, air-powered noisemakers and profane or offensive language.

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Scoreboard Messages
For a $5 fee that is donated to Altoona Curve Charities, you can schedule a scoreboard message (birthday greeting, anniversary message, etc.) that will appear on the video board during Curve home games.

Please deliver your message to the Customer Service booth before first pitch.

Smoking Policy
There are two designated smoking areas at Peoples Natural Gas Field. The first is beyond left field, next to the video board. The second is at the main gates.

Strollers
Peoples Natural Gas Field welcomes guests that bring and utilize their own strollers; however, the use of strollers should not in any way inhibit guest movement or block any aisle ways. Strollers are not available for rent. Strollers may be subject to search by game day security staff.

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Umbrella Policy
For the safety and viewing enjoyment of all fans, umbrellas are permitted in the ballpark and can only be opened during rain delays (may not be open during play).