What's New in Food, Fashion & Fandom at Phillies' Spectrum Field

Phillies spring training games kick off this week at Spectrum Field - but it's not just a new season of baseball that fans can look forward to at the ballpark. Here are the top five things to know when it comes to what's new at Spectrum Field.
Games at Spectrum Field begin on Thursday, February 23, Phillies vs. Tampa Spartans at 1:05 p.m., and continue on Saturday, February 25, with the Phillies spring training home opener vs. the Yankees at 1:05 p.m. Tickets are on sale at phillies.com/tickets.
The best mascot in baseball - the Phillie Phanatic - will once again be entertaining at every spring training home game. He'll also be taking part in popular fan promotions, including:
Also Phillies Charities Silent Auctions & Mystery Ball Sales will take place on Saturday, March 18 (Phillies vs. Pirates, 1:05 p.m.) and Wednesday, March 22 (Phillies vs. Yankees, 1:05 p.m.). Fans can bid on game-used and autographed memorabilia, as well as take part in a signed Mystery Ball Sale, all to benefit local charities in the City of Clearwater.
2. Beer fanatics are going to love the new local craft beer options at Spectrum Field - including a new Sea Dog Bar and "Beers of the World." Also, new featured items at Frenchy's Tiki Bar!
Spectrum Field has a huge selection of craft beers including a new Sea Dog Bar, featuring eight craft beers from Sea Dog (brewed just four miles from the ballpark), a Local Craft Cart, with four local craft beers on tap, and the Beers of the World, featuring 100 beers from nationally and internationally known brands, as well as new local craft beers brewed in Florida and the local area.
Also, the world famous Frenchy's Tiki Bar will once again be geared up to serve fans throughout the game and afterwards. This year they've included sangria to go along with their margarita buckets, rum buckets, beer buckets, and full bar offerings.
Fans are invited to check out the New Era hat wall featuring unique hats for every occasion, as well as on-field spring training hats, spring training jerseys and name and number t-shirts. Plus, there's lots of Phillies gear in tropical colors, representing Clearwater and Spring Training.
With the enhanced security measures, guests are encouraged to allow for extra time when entering Spectrum Field. Those who cannot pass through a metal detector will be checked with a hand-held device. Full details are located here.