Isotopes Park a Southwestern summer staple

Since its inception in 2003, Isotopes Park has entertained and impressed about 3.5 million fans.

There's a place in Albuquerque that can be counted on for having a good time every summer-Isotopes Park.

The home of the Albuquerque Isotopes Triple A baseball team features all the beauties of baseball as well as a unique setting for entertainment.

Opened in 2003, Isotopes Park is considered one of the finest facilities in baseball, incorporating state-of-the-art amenities with traidtional charm and intimacy. In its six years of existence, the park has become a popular destination for baseball fans throughout the Southwest, attracting just under 3.5 million people since opening its gates.

Isotopes Park is worth feasting your eyes upon, even if baseball is not your reason for going through the turnstiles.

The park has an area and interest for everyone and anyone.

Start with the wide array of concession stand options. From turkey legs to banana's fosters (a yummy fried ice cream concoction) or from Dion's pizza to the traditional ballpark hot dog, Isotopes Park has it all. It is undoubtedly a glutton's paradise, prividing a good eat no matter what station you select.

Orbit, the Topes' lovable mascot, a big, furry, orange creature from outer space, makes for a sight to be seen. Orbit stays busy during games by assisting in on-field promotions, dancing, playing games with fans and racign around the bases.

Besides the actual game of baseball, the Isotopes hold a variety of on-field promotions, allowing fans to win prizes and interact with the overall experience. These include dizzy bat races, singing for your supper, a fitness challenge and a tennis ball toss up.

From the grassy berm in right field to a seat in the fiesta deck, there is not a single bad spot in Isotopes Park from which to watch the ball game. The stadium includes 30 suites, a picnic pavilion, a berm and a fiesta deck in addition to general seating. A fun zone for kids is set up beyond right field and includes rides and games. Tickets are as low as $9 for a single game.

Isotopes Park is located less than a mile south of the University of New Mexico main campus. The park is on the corner of University and Avenida Cesar Chavez. Fans can find it by exiting I-25 at Cesar Chavez.

Written April 21, 2009

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