YPC at the Ballpark
At 4:30 pm there will be a pre-game tailgate party in the southwest corner of the north parking lot; brats, hot dogs, chips, dessert and soda on a first come first served basis.
Check-in and register outside of will call starting at 5:30 pm. Will Call is located on the south side of the stadium by Gate B. YPC members will be there to check you in, give a name tag, and your ticket. Once you get your ticket, you can head into the game! Gates open 60 min before first pitch. Above the assigned section at the mezzanine level there are tables and space to socialize and network!
Principal Park Policies:
Bag Policy
The only bags allowed inside Principal Park are CLEAR BAGS smaller than 12in long x 12in tall x 6in wide. Small clutches no larger than 4.5in × 6.5in will also be permitted. Exceptions ONLY allowed for medical equipment bags and diaper bags for families accompanied by small children. All bags are subject to search by Iowa Cubs staff or security personnel. No outside food or drink is allowed to be brought into Principal Park. Limit 1 bag per person
Cash will NOT be accepted. We will accept debit or credit payments only. Two reverse ATM machines will be available inside Principal Park near the Cambria Fan Services Center behind home plate. At those machines, fans can exchange cash for a pre-paid Mastercard debit card that is good not only at Principal Park, but anywhere in the United States that Mastercard is accepted.
Metal Detectors
All fans will pass through metal detectors at every entrance at Principal Park. No weapons are allowed inside Principal Park, even with a permit. The Des Moines Police Department and CSC will assist Iowa Cubs staff with bringing fans into the ballpark swiftly and safely.
Banners & Signs
Banners and signs are not allowed in the ballpark as they obstruct the view of other fans.
Parking
All parking at Principal Park is $13 and is run on a first-come, first-serve basis Including all those who have passes. Parking is limited due to the park's location.
Security
Police officers are present at each home game to ensure the safety of our fans. If you need police assistance while attending a game, the nearest usher or Iowa Cubs staff member can connect you to an officer.
Smoking
Principal Park is a tobacco free facility. Smoking, vaping or use of e-cigarettes and smokeless tobacco is prohibited. Fans are allowed to step outside of the stadium to smoke through the designated gate in the concourse behind Section 17.
Weather
In the event of inclement weather, fans can find updates on our website and social media channels. Our staff will continue to monitor the weather throughout the day before making an official decision on the status of that day’s game.
For a postponed game – any game that is called prior to first pitch or before five completed innings – fans may exchange their ticket for another ticket of equal or lesser value to any other regular season game during that same season, with the exception of holiday firework dates, subject to availability. No cash value or refunds offered on rain tickets. All exchanges must be done at the Principal Park ticket office.
For a cancelled game – when a team has a lead after five complete innings have been played – that game is deemed official and tickets may not be exchanged.
