We are excited to announce our upcoming 14th Annual Freedom Classic baseball series between the Naval Academy and the Air Force Academy that will be held on February 23rd-25th, 2024 (Friday-Sunday). The series will take place at historic Grainger Stadium in Kinston. 

This series is a non-profit event coordinated by Kinston-Lenoir County Parks & Recreation and a committee of volunteers and staff. 

Some exciting highlights of the weekend will include the following:

• Military Flyovers before each game (conducted by F15E Strike Eagles from Seymour Johnson Air Force Base and the Bandit Flight Team). 

• Military Appreciation and Pre-Game ceremonies held 20 minutes will be held 20 minutes before each game. 

• Military displays set up by local veterans’ groups will be set up throughout the stadium.

• Flag Display held on the field before each game (sponsored by WoodmenLife Insurance).

*Please note that pre-game events may be subject to change.

Gametimes

• Game 1 - 6:00pm on Friday, February 23

• Game 2 - 2:00pm on Saturday, February 24

• Game 3 - 12:30pm on Sunday, February 25

Ticket Prices - General Admission

Gates open 2 hours prior to start!

FREE: ACTIVE MILITARY

$5.00: STUDENTS, RETIRED MILITARY, MILITARY DEPENDANTS, VETERANS, and SENIORS (60 & over)

$7.00: ADULTS (18 & up) General Admission

$20.00: TOURNAMENT PASS (Per Person, includes all three games)  

FREE: CHILDREN 3 & UNDER

**LIMITED BOX SEATS AVAILABLE ($125 per box, seats 9. Must be reserved in advance) **

FOR TICKET INQUIRIES OR INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL 252-939-3333

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