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Skylands Stadium is the 4,200 seat ballpark at 94 Championship Place in Augusta, the home of Sussex County Miners professional baseball from May through September and a busy event venue the rest of the year. Drive in, park for free in the stadium lot, and you are steps from the gates, the year round Barnyard Restaurant and Bar, and whatever season of fun is running that month.
Our team put this guide together so you can plan any visit to Skylands Stadium, whether you are coming for a summer ballgame, a fall night out or the holiday lights. Here is what to know before you go.
Skylands Stadium quick facts
- Address: 94 Championship Place, Augusta, NJ 07822 (the Augusta section of Frankford Township)
- Home team: Sussex County Miners professional baseball, season runs May through September
- Capacity: 4,200 seats
- Parking: Free, in a large lot right at the stadium
- Food: The Barnyard Restaurant and Bar, open all year, plus ballpark concessions on game days
- For kids: A 3,500 square foot Kids Zone and a Party Deck
- Contact: (973) 383-7644
- Best for: Families, summer nights out, group outings and seasonal events
What is Skylands Stadium?
The ballpark opened in 1994 under the name Skylands Park and has been part of summer life in Sussex County ever since. Several teams have called it home over the years, and since 2015 it has belonged to the Sussex County Miners, who brought professional baseball back to the county that year. The Miners play in the Frontier League, and a night at the park is one of the most affordable ways to see pro ball in North Jersey.
Beyond baseball, the property includes a turf field and the 17,000 square foot indoor Champions Way Sports Academy, so the complex stays active with training, tournaments and events long after the last pitch of the season.
Where it is and how to get there
Skylands Stadium sits in Augusta, in the heart of Frankford Township, close to where Routes 15 and 206 meet and right next door to the Sussex County Fairgrounds. Put 94 Championship Place into your GPS. The last few miles are on country roads, which is part of the charm, so give yourself a little extra time on busy event nights.
Parking is free in the stadium lot, which makes a family night out a lot easier on the wallet. For big events like the holiday light show, the line of cars can build up near opening time, so arriving early or picking a later time slot helps.
Seating, food and the ballpark experience
The seating bowl wraps around the infield with a concourse running through the middle, so most seats feel close to the action. Grab a seating chart from the Sussex County Miners before you buy if you want a specific view.
Game nights bring classic ballpark food, cold drinks and promotions that change through the season, including giveaway nights and fireworks nights. Kids head straight for the Kids Zone, and the Party Deck is a popular pick for birthdays and company outings.
The Barnyard Restaurant and Bar is the stadium’s sit down spot and stays open all year. It is known for burgers and barbecue, and it takes reservations through the Skylands Stadium website, so you can make dinner part of the plan even when there is no game.
A year at Skylands Stadium
What makes Skylands Stadium special is that something is almost always happening. Here is how the calendar usually flows.
Spring: food trucks and the carnival
The stadium kicks off the warm season with a Food Truck and Craft Beer Festival, scheduled for Saturday, May 1, 2027, with 20 plus food trucks and more than 100 craft beers. A six day Memorial Day Weekend Carnival follows on the stadium lot.
Summer: Miners baseball
From May through September the Miners take the field. Summer weeknights and weekends fill up with promotions, fireworks shows and family nights. The stadium is also next door to the Sussex County Fairgrounds, home of the New Jersey State Fair and Sussex County Farm and Horse Show every August, so plan around fair week traffic or make a full day of both. Our Sussex County Fair guide has the details.
Fall: Oktoberfest and thousands of pumpkins
Autumn brings two of the stadium’s most popular traditions. The Jack-O’-Lantern Experience fills the grounds with more than 6,000 hand carved pumpkins on a walk through trail, with a corn maze and live music. See our Jack-O’-Lantern Experience at Skylands Stadium page for how the event works. The stadium also hosts a 21 and over Oktoberfest with steins and German style fun, covered on our Oktoberfest at Skylands Stadium page.
Winter: the light show and Christmas Village
The biggest crowds of the year arrive for the holidays. The drive through light show winds for about a mile past more than two million lights, and the Christmas Village next to it has food, photos with Santa and a holiday market. For 2026 it runs on select nights from Saturday, November 21 through Wednesday, December 30, with timed tickets sold online per carload. Get every date, ticket tier and tip on our Skylands Stadium Christmas Light Show 2026 page.
Tips for visiting Skylands Stadium
- Buy event tickets online ahead of time. The light show and Jack-O’-Lantern Experience sell timed tickets in advance.
- Check the event page the day you go, since hours for seasonal events can shift with weather and crowds.
- Dress for the weather. The stadium is open air, and Sussex County nights get chilly in spring and fall.
- Make a reservation at the Barnyard if you want a sit down dinner on a busy night.
- Bring the kids early on game days to enjoy the Kids Zone before first pitch.
Skylands Stadium FAQ
Where is Skylands Stadium?
Skylands Stadium is at 94 Championship Place in Augusta, NJ 07822, in Frankford Township, Sussex County. It sits next to the Sussex County Fairgrounds, close to Routes 15 and 206.
Is parking free at Skylands Stadium?
Yes. Parking is free in the stadium lot for games and for the stadium’s seasonal events.
What team plays at Skylands Stadium?
The Sussex County Miners, a professional baseball team in the Frontier League, play their home games here from May through September. The team has called the stadium home since 2015.
Is the restaurant at Skylands Stadium open year round?
Yes. The Barnyard Restaurant and Bar is open all year and takes reservations online, so you can visit even when there is no game or event.
When is the Skylands Stadium light show?
The 2026 Christmas Light Show and Village runs on select nights from November 21 through December 30. See our light show guide for the full night by night schedule and ticket prices.
Planning more Skylands outings? Browse our Christmas markets in Sussex County and our guide to all 24 Sussex County towns.
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