Brave New World of Premium Seating (2024)

The Atlanta Braves have opened SunTrust Park, a ballpark that increases the club’s premium seat inventory by approximately a factor of ten.

Major League Baseball’s 2017 Opening Day brings the dawn of an ambitious era to Atlanta, where the Braves have relocated from downtown’s Turner Field 12 miles north to Cobb County, where the sun also rises. Emerging now from the horizon in the Cumberland sub-market is the 41,500-seat SunTrust Park.

Marketing data pointed to a smaller ballpark, but one with more premium seats. Following the industry trend of downsizing while maximizing revenue in lower bowl locations, the new Populous-designed ballpark boasts a smaller footprint, but one with more variety of premium offerings and unique destinations. It might have the second fewest number of suites in Major League Baseball, but Turner Field’s 340 premium seats have exploded ten-fold into 4,000 premium seats at SunTrust Park.

Champions Level

“Moving from Turner Field to SunTrust Park, we definitely put an emphasis on premium,” says Dennette Thornton, Senior Manager, Groups and Premium Memberships, at the Braves. “We have three different clubs behind home plate that will take care of all our premium customers.”

“Moving from Turner Field to SunTrust Park, we definitely put an emphasis on premium.”

– Dennette Thornton, Atlanta Braves

All premium seats at SunTrust Park are in a pie shape located directly behind home plate, providing the Braves’ best customers with the best views of the field. On the lower level, or Champions Level, 12 suites, each accommodating up to 24 guests, are located just rows from the field in a similar fashion to what ALSD members have seen at Citi Field in New York and Miller Park in Milwaukee. Priced at $500,000, Champions suites include a $1,000 per-game food credit.

Layouts for the Champions suites feature reclaimed wood beams running across the ceilings, island bars, and lounge space just inside the doorways. To make room for the lounges and their L-shaped couches built into the walls, suites in SunTrust Park will not include restrooms. Suite holders on the Champions Level will share a private hallway with restrooms.

SunTrust Club

Also on this level is the SunTrust Club, SunTrust Park’s most premium destination. A carryover from Turner Field, the SunTrust Club is now bigger and better in its layout, but with an intimate 160-person capacity, it does not compromise its exclusivity. This cashless, all-inclusive environment, priced at $450 per ticket, is highlighted by indigenous materials like deep-grooved pecky cypress wood coupled with more polished elements like brass and bronze.

These thematic elements extend to the wine lockers, internally illuminated through brass screens, that are available for club members. The lockers lead patrons into a bar that has brass rods and wine bottle displays.

“It’s the layering of more raw materials with those more refined materials that gave us a unique expression,” says Mason Hensen, Principal/Senior Interior Designer at Populous.

Delta Sky360 Club

The SunTrust Club is surrounded by the 18,000-square-foot Delta Sky360 Club to create the club-within-a-club environment becoming popular in new designs across the industry. Open to Chairman’s ($225 per ticket) and Executive ($170 per ticket) seat holders, the Delta Sky360 Club is open to 1,500 members. It is also a cashless, all-inclusive environment, except for spirits.

The Delta Sky360 Club is segmented into different levels with different foodservice amenities, such as a sports bar, action stations, a sit-down restaurant, and a lounge.

“No matter what you’re in the mood for, you can go get it [in the Delta Sky360 Club],” Thronton says.

“We probably could have tripled the amount and still sold them. It was actually the first area that we sold out of. The demand was huge.”

– Dennette Thornton, Atlanta Braves

While slightly less-appointed in luxury than the SunTrust Club, the Delta Sky360 Club does include upscale finishes, including walnut ceilings and marble bar tops, and immerses patrons in the rich heritage of the organization.

In the Delta Sky360 Club, guests are treated to a display of Silver Slugger award winners and an entire wall adorned with Gold Gloves.

“You’ll also find in [the Delta Sky360 Club] a tile with a lot of texture to it,” says Hensen. “The lighting is creating a lot of dramatic shadowing to it… And the way we’ve illuminated [the award displays] is special.”

Infiniti Club

Moving up to the 200 level, or the Terrace Level, the Infiniti Club serves as the entry point for the luxury package offered at SunTrust Park. Feeding into the Infiniti Club space are 24 suites ($250,000 per year), 1,200 club seats ($92 per ticket), and 88 terrace tables from 4Topps.

“All of those [offerings] will come with some sort of added value on their ticket that they can use within the club,” says Thornton.

The terrace tables, akin to a mid-level loge box concept, have been a grand slam. At Turner Field, the Braves converted two spaces into table-top clubs, which were hugely popular. Carrying over the concept to SunTrust Park, the Braves doubled the amount of this inventory type.

“We probably could have tripled the amount and still sold them,” Thornton says. “It was actually the first area that we sold out of. The demand was huge.”

“We sold those out real quick,” echoes Paul Adams, Vice President of Ticket Sales and Service for the Braves. “We either underpriced, or we didn’t build enough of them. They’re a great way to do business. We found a lot of people liking to come and sit at a table. It’s easy to talk to your business clients or customers, and it’s a delightful way to watch a game.”

Each half-moon-shaped terrace table comes furnished with four swivel chairs, a television, and access to in-seat service. Tables are priced at $130 and $113 per ticket, and also come with a food and beverage credit loaded into the investment.

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FAQs

What comes with Delta Club seats at Truist Park? ›

Those seats feature wide, high-back upholstered seats and include in-seat service with all-inclusive food, beer and wine, and premium parking.

How much are seats behind the home plate at Truist Park? ›

$1,000 /Ticket

How much are Delta Sky Club tickets for Braves? ›

The SunTrust Club is surrounded by the 18,000-square-foot Delta Sky360 Club to create the club-within-a-club environment becoming popular in new designs across the industry. Open to Chairman's ($225 per ticket) and Executive ($170 per ticket) seat holders, the Delta Sky360 Club is open to 1,500 members.

What is Xfinity Club at Truist Park? ›

The Xfinity Club is one of our largest indoor event spaces, with over 15,000 square feet of private event space capable of holding a variety of events from trade shows to a dinner-dance.

What are premium seats at Truist Park? ›

The Atlanta Braves Major League Baseball team has unveiled a new premium seating offering for the 2024 season. The Lexus Premium Box is a first-class season lease and hospitality concept for groups of eight to 14 guests, and forms part of the previously announced multi-phase Truist Park renovations.

Does Delta Premium Select include Club Access? ›

You can access Delta Sky Clubs if you fly internationally in first class, Delta One or premium economy (called Premium Select on Delta) and have at least Gold elite status with Delta. However, the benefit is not extended to Delta Silver members.

Where is the best place to sit at Truist Park? ›

Truist Park has plenty of affordable options that offer great views of the game AND some awesome perks. For an amazing view of the field, consider the “Terrace Corner” sections 210-212.

What are the Braves seating perks? ›

The boxes will offer complimentary premium parking, a private entrance, contemporary cushioned seats, high-top seating with moveable bar stools, and unlimited access to the Xfinity Club. Fans will also have access to an exclusive menu and beverage packages.

What is Braves a list premium? ›

A-List Premium Memberships | Atlanta Braves. Enjoy the game in one of our elite Champions Suites, located directly behind homeplate on the lower level. With a Champions Suite, you can enjoy a personal branded suite in addition to an air-conditioned lounge space and state-of-the-art amenities.

Can I get into Delta Sky Club without being a member? ›

You can gain access to a Delta Sky Club in numerous ways, but most likely, you'll need a Delta Sky Club membership, a flight in Delta One or a similar first- or business-class cabin or access as a benefit of select credit cards.

Can I just pay for Delta Sky Club? ›

Paid access

You can only purchase or renew a Delta Sky Club membership if you have Delta Silver Medallion elite status or higher. There are two paid membership tiers: Individual and Executive. You can purchase a membership for the following prices: Individual: $695 or 69,500 miles.

What is so special about Delta Sky Club? ›

Your Destination Between Destinations. Unwind at a Delta Sky Club location with amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi, flight assistance, delicious snacks and refreshing drinks at THE BAR at Delta Sky Club®. You can even reserve a fully-equipped conference room or workspace.

What are the perks of the Infiniti Club at Truist Park? ›

On select game days, check out complimentary wine, liquor, or beer tastings an hour before first pitch in the INFINITI Club. Enjoy complimentary ballpark favorites like popcorn, crackerjacks and peanuts.

What is the VIP lounge at Truist Park? ›

AMG Lounge & Truist Club

The AMG Lounge and Truist Club are two ultra-premium private clubs located at field level within the Mercedes-Benz Club and Delta Sky360° Club respectively. AMG Lounge and Truist Club Members enjoy coveted midfield sightlines and all-inclusive food and beverage options.

What are the upgrades to Truist Park in 2024? ›

The Atlanta Braves have unveiled upgrades to Truist Park ahead of the 2024 season, including new and improved group seating, hospitality, concessions, and retail spaces.

What do you get with Delta preferred seating? ›

With Preferred Seats, your flyers can select where they'd like to sit—aisle, exit row or window— near the front of the plane, at no extra cost. This is just one more complimentary perk your travelers receive simply by flying Delta.

What do you have to show to enter Delta Sky Club? ›

Valid Delta Sky Club Membership and a same-day boarding pass required (only one credential may be used for Club access). Individuals must be at least 18 years of age for Club Membership to access without a responsible, supervising adult. Must be at least 21 years of age to enjoy alcoholic beverages.

What card gets you into the Delta Lounge? ›

Access to Delta Sky Clubs is a perk of the Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card ($650 annual fee, terms apply, see rates & fees) and the Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Business American Express Card ($650 annual fee, terms apply, see rates & fees.

Can anyone pay to get into Delta Sky Club? ›

Effective for travel dates on or after January 1, 2024, all customers flying on Basic Economy fares will not be permitted for Club entry. Beginning January 1, 2023, annual Memberships (including renewals) to Delta Sky Club are available for purchase only by Medallion Members of the Delta SkyMiles Program.

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