Founders Park — Attraction in Columbia

This is a beautiful ballpark and an awesome setting to take in a college baseball game. Only gave 3 stars because the seating arrangements provided to the visiting team family members left a lot to be desired. We we're stuck in the left field grandstand in the middle of the student section. This was during covid and seating was restricted. Of course in the grandstand everyone was packed in like sardines. During the 5th inning we were able to move near the visitor dugout which is where the rowdy students relocated too as we'll. The mostly drunk students were allowed to stand near the dugout and constantly berate the opposing players, staff, and coaches. This showed a real lack of class and hospitality. The stadium staff and ushers were friendly and professional. The problem was in no way their fault , but stems from the management of the ballpark. A friend who lives in South Carolina was at the game and was very embarassed as to how the opposing team and family members...

Our first time at Founders Park and we enjoyed it! An exciting game and big win for the Gamecocks...and we got a foul ball! The grassy area down the right field line is a great place for kids and families to hang out on a blanket and catch all the action. And there's a fun playground for younger kids right there too. Plenty of food and drink options as well. Parking was nearby and economical. We'll definitely come back for...

I like this stadium in downtown Columbia. The hotdogs here are good. When we went it was freezing cold but thank goodness they had hot chocolate and coffee. I love how you can walk around the whole stadium, you could do laps of you want too. And I like the play area for the little ones. They keep this place legitimately clean...