Visit Wilson's Wilson Ballpark 

Welcome to Wilson Ballpark, where the Warbirds soar. Watch Brewers prospects in an intimate downtown setting, with idiosyncratic folk art as the backdrop.

Wilson Warbirds (Milwaukee Brewers affiliate since 2026)
Established: 2026
League: Carolina League
Ballpark: Wilson Ballpark (opened 2026)

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The Wilson Warbirds are the latest addition to the Minor League Baseball hotbed that is North Carolina, arriving after relocating from nearby Zebulon (where they were known as the Mudcats). The team remains under the ownership of their parent club, the Milwaukee Brewers, who purchased the Mudcats in 2017.

Wilson, located in east-central North Carolina approximately 50 miles east of Raleigh, has a professional baseball history that dates back to the 1908 Wilson Tobacconists. Various iterations of the team -- whose name was later shortened to Tobs -- played in the city through 1973. A summer-collegiate team, also named the Tobs, competed at historic Fleming Stadium from 2013 through 2025 and then relocated to Smithfield, N.C.

While Mudcats was a beloved name, the team opted to rebrand in conjunction with their move 25 miles east from Zebulon to Wilson. The Warbirds' moniker references retired military aircraft that have been restored and remain operational, paying homage to Wilson's aviation history. Today's Wilson Industrial Air Center was originally developed as a World War II naval aviator training center.

Wilson Ballpark

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401 Goldsboro Street S
Wilson, NC 27893

Capacity: 5,000 (3,700 fixed seats)
Dimensions: left field, 325 feet; center field, 400 feet; right field, 325 feet

Wilson is one of Minor League Baseball's smaller markets, with a population of approximately 50,000. The city is thinking big, however, as Wilson Ballpark is the centerpiece of a transformational mixed-use downtown development project. As the project proceeds, the area surrounding the ballpark will be comprised of new restaurants, retail and office buildings. The ballpark itself includes a hotel as part of its structure, located on the third-base side, though the hotel isn't scheduled to open until later in 2026. Once it does, fans can book a room and, if they so desire, watch the game from a window overlooking the field.

The ballpark boasts an imposing brick exterior, contrasting with the low-slung intimacy of its interior. The seating bowl has just 3,700 fixed seats, so fans will be close to the action no matter where they sit. A generous patch of berm seating is situated down the third-base side, situated between the seating bowl and a party patio. Ample green space lies beyond the ballpark on the left-field side, giving way to the city's iconic Whirligig Park.

While not on the grounds of the ballpark, Whirligig Park will be a big aspect of the gameday experience. "Whirligigs" are the idiosyncratic sculptures of artist Vollis Simpson, a World War II veteran and inveterate tinkerer who made his first whirligig from the parts of a B-29 bomber. They can be seen looming beyond the left-field fence, whirling and twirling in accordance with the breeze.

Concessions

As of this writing (March 2026) the Warbirds had yet to unveil their inaugural season concession options. It remains to be seen whether the team will still sell a catfish sandwich, a staple item at the old ballpark in Zebulon (a Mudcat is a catfish, after all).

Mascot

Wilt the Warbird, decked out in goggles and a (faux) leather bomber jacket, is the team's protector of the skies. According to team broadcaster and media relations director Chris Edwards, "Wilt soared the skies around Wilson and then saw the lights of the ballpark and then decided that he wanted to ground himself permanently and rally the Warbirds to victory."

Where to Stay

Once Wilson Ballpark's on-site hotel opens, that'll be the most obvious answer. Wilson, being a small city, doesn't have an abundance of hotels but there are a half-dozen viable options within five miles of the ballpark. The Harriss, a "staffless, self-service boutique hotel" is pricier but within walking distance.

Local Attractions

Of course you'll want to check out the aforementioned Whirligig Park, but that experience can easily be tied in with the game itself. Stop and smell the titular attraction at the Wilson Rose Garden, or enjoy myriad outdoor activities at the Lake Wilson Reservoir. Find more info about these things, and much more, at the Wilson Visitor's Center in the heart of downtown (right near the ballpark).

Fleming Stadium, Wilson's previous Minor League ballpark, is worth a visit as well. It is home to the North Carolina Baseball History Museum, chock full of memorabilia related to the state's rich baseball history.

There is, of course, much more to explore in the region. Raleigh, North Carolina's capital city, is home to a wide variety of cultural and sporting attractions and located within an hour's drive.

Food and Drink

Parker's Barbecue, specializing in fried chicken and heaping plates of tangy eastern North Carolina barbecue, is a Wilson institution. Wash it down with as much sweet tea as your bladder can handle. Dick's Hot Dog Stand is another timeless local landmark. Their motto is "No. 1 since '21," as in 1921. For excellent diner fare, check out Flo's Kitchen and their biscuit-centric menu. For something sleeker yet still casual, hit up Ruckus and Redemption for elevated American cuisine.

Moving On

When it comes to Minor League Baseball, North Carolina is fertile ground. Incorporate the Warbirds into an itinerary that also includes some combination of Asheville, Hickory, Charlotte, Kannapolis, Winston-Salem, Greensboro, Durham and Fayetteville.

This, of course, doesn't account for the state's myriad summer-collegiate and independent baseball options. The possibilities are only limited by your imagination (and, perhaps more importantly, your budget).

The Road to Milwaukee

The Warbirds are the first stop in the Brewers' sprawling system. Farmhands then move on to Wisconsin, Mississippi and Tennessee before circling back to the The Badger State to achieve the ultimate goal in Milwaukee.

Single-A: Wilson Warbirds
High-A: Wisconsin Timber Rattlers
Double-A: Biloxi Shuckers
Triple-A: Nashville Sounds