Richmond Flying Squirrels to break ground on new Carmax Park

Richmond, Va. (Newsradiowrva.com) - A groundbreaking ceremony kicking off construction of the Richmond Flying Squirrels’ new baseball stadium, 'Carmax Park,' is set to take place Friday evening.

The ceremony will be located south of the Diamond, across from Avenue of the Champions and begin at 4:35 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 6. Gates will open at 4 p.m.

Richmond City leaders, Flying Squirrels and the Economic Development Authority along with many others will celebrate the event.

Officials announced their naming rights partnership with Carmax on Wednesday, naming the new stadium ‘Carmax Park.’ The franchise says this partnership will secure the future of baseball in the city.

Organizers say Friday's event will feature live entertainment, autographs from Flying Squirrels players, CarMax Park swag giveaways, food vendors, yard games, and more.

"Additionally, fans will have the chance to enter and win four tickets to the inaugural home game at CarMax Park," organizers said in a statement. "The fan festival is open to the public and a game ticket is not required to attend the festivities."

When it opens near the Diamond site in 2026, CarMax Park will be home to the Richmond Flying Squirrels and community events throughout the year.