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Braves Say No To Food, Beverages Brought Into SunTrust Park
The Braves cited added security as the reason for changing their policy and not allowing outside food and drinks into the new SunTrust Park.
COBB COUNTY, GA - The Atlanta Braves have changed the policy regarding food and beverages that fans are permitted to bring into the new SunTrust Park, according to a report in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
Beginning this season, ticketholders will not be allowed to bring in outside food or beverages, the newspaper reported. Exceptions will be made for infant food and for special dietary restriction items, but those bringing in such food items will have to enter through a pre-determined screening location.
Fans may bring their own water, but it must be in a sealed plastic container.
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A Braves spokesperson attributed the changes to a result of tighter security being put into place this season throughout the league, according to the AJC.
Fans can still enjoy their own food and beverages before entering the game in an approved tailgating zone near Surface Lot 6 at Sun Trust Park. The designated lot will remain unlocked for two hours after each regular season game.
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The Braves begin the season with a two-week road swing, starting in New York on Monday, April 3 against the Mets. Their home opener against the San Diego Padres will be on Friday, April 14.
Stadium photo courtesy of the Atlanta Braves
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