By: Matthew S. Taylor
On Tuesday, April 14, Erlanger Park officially debuted as the new home stadium for the Chattanooga Lookouts in a matchup against the Montgomery Biscuits. Opening Day had been officially sold out since March, showcasing the excitement from local fans eager to be a part of this huge change for the community.
The Lookouts certainly brought the momentum home with them. They started their season on April 3 on the road against the Columbus Clingstones, sweeping all three of their matchups.
Before returning to Chattanooga for their home debut, they played five out of their six-game series against the Birmingham Barons. They entered their new stadium starting out with a staggering record of 8-1.
As reported last fall by the Accent, when the massive construction project was in its earlier stages, the facility promised a major upgrade for the city. Now fully realized as Erlanger Park, the venue marks a fond farewell to the beloved charm of AT&T Field on Hawk Hill, trading it for modern amenities and year-round access.
The new stadium officially boasts a capacity of 8,032 fans—nearly 2,000 more than AT&T Field could previously accommodate. Perhaps the biggest draw for college students and social groups is the wrap-around concourse, giving fans the opportunity to walk the full 360-degree perimeter to find different viewing angles and hang out with friends, rather than staying tethered to a single seat for nine innings.
Two of the original buildings on the new land, the Powerhouse and the Pattern Shop, were preserved and incorporated into the new structure.
The Powerhouse, located near the corner of the right field, is the oldest building on the site. The structure has been remodeled into a premium group outing location, featuring two levels of large, covered patios, as well as space for all-you-can-eat buffets.
The Pattern Shop can be recognized by its steam beam roof structure, exposed brick and large historic windows.
This 40,000-square-foot climate-controlled event venue was designed to host not only fans for the games, but also year-round weddings, banquets and concerts.
This new venue has also made upgrades for luxury seating and suites, as compared to the AT&T Field.
The UNUM Suite Level features 16 luxury suites, with 14 already being leased long-term. It includes both an indoor air-conditioned space and an outside setting that opens completely to the field. The HHM Party Decks are located on either end of the suite levels, and they feature outdoor table seating above the main concourse below.
The concourse suites, designed for smaller groups of up to 30 people, are situated right on the 360-degree perimeter to keep the fans close to the action. The suite level also features a club area spreading over 7,000 square feet with a social space exclusive to ticket holders for the suite level.
Whether you’re looking for a casual weekend activity with friends or a unique venue for a residence hall outing, Erlanger Park is a highly accessible new escape just a short drive from campus.
The Lookouts have plenty of home stands left to catch, and tickets for the rest of the inaugural 2026 season are currently on sale.
