A Sugar Land Space Cowboys game is a home run for little baseball fans

You may have heard of a little team known as the Houston Astros, but did you know they’re not the only baseball team in town? The Sugar Land Space Cowboys, a minor league baseball team, have been entertaining baseball fans of all ages since 2012.

Attending a Space Cowboys game is the grand slam of family activities if you have young baseball fans. The entertainment options at Constellation Field, the team’s home stadium, are worth the price of admission (and probably the main event for wiggly toddlers) alone. Read on for our tips for making a Space Cowboys game the ultimate family night.

Inside the Constellation field. Photo courtesy of the City of Sugar Land

Sugar Land Space Cowboys Game Schedule and Tickets

The Sugar Land Space Cowboys play ball most nights of the week during the April-September season, with most games starting at 7:05 p.m. to take advantage of the cooler evenings. Sunday games are usually at 6:35 p.m., and that’s what we chose to get our 5 and 7 year olds home at bedtime.

Single game tickets range from $11 to $69. Children under 3 years old are free. Check the Space Cowboys schedule when purchasing tickets, as it has fun deals ($5 frozen drinks!) and giveaways on select nights.

Kid-Friendly Activities at Sugar Land Space Cowboys Stadium

The biggest secret is that the stadium opens an hour before game time, so arrive early to take advantage of Constellation Field’s many kid-friendly amenities and check out the great dining options. Bring a swimsuit and a towel!

One of two playgrounds inside Constellation Field.

Bay Cadillac Kiddie Corral and Red Diamond Splash Pad

We spent a lot of time in this vast playground, half space themed and half western themed. There is plenty of space to run around, plenty of climbing equipment and slides. The western-themed play area is more suited to toddlers and smaller children.

Right next to the Kiddie Corral and behind Center Field is a large splash pad, perfect for those hot Houston summer evenings. My kids chose to attend the game in swimsuits to stay cool.

The Kiddie Corral and splash pad are sandwiched between the Karbach Cantina and the Bud Light Ice House, which are much more fun for adults. But Texas Sugar Fluff, located next to Karbach Cantina, sells lemonade, cotton candy, snow cones and other sweet treats (open weekends only).

Refresh yourself before or during the match at the splash pad. Photo courtesy of Sugar Land Space Cowboys.

Meadow

Located next to the Bud Light Ice House is the Grassland, which is basically a large grass covered hill where you can sit and watch the game. Outsiders may not realize that a big hill is a new thing in Houston. So if there aren’t a lot of people sitting on it, the kids love getting on and off.

Moonshot Alley

Located in the concourse behind sections 10 and 11, Moonshot Alley is a free batting simulator, featuring a batting machine aimed at fans of all ages. Batting helmets are provided. My kids just walked past it, because they were focused on…

Space Cowboys Stadium Concessions

Constellation Field offers a wide selection of kid-friendly meals. There’s even a Chik-Fil-A for those who can’t finish a game without their waffle fix. Most food vendors are located in the main lobby and you can buy everything from pizza and Tex-Mex to barbecue and ice cream. My kids opted for chicken tenders and a classic hot dog, with Dippin’ Dots for dessert. Adults can go to Buttered and Boozed if they don’t want to return to Karbach Cantina.

One of the picnic areas and a view of Texas Sugar Fluff.

Overall, we can’t wait to go back and watch more minor league baseball. Visit the Space Cowboys website for tickets, times and more stadium information.