Name: 2026 NEC Baseball Championship
Start: 2026-05-20T16:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-05-24T16:00:00.000Z
Location: Skylands Stadium

Skylands Stadium is proud to announce that it will host the 2026 NEC Baseball Championship from May 21–24, 2026, marking the first time NCAA Division I postseason baseball will be played at the stadium and in Sussex County.

The multi-day championship event will feature the NEC’s top programs competing for the conference title and an automatic berth into the NCAA Division I Baseball Championship. This milestone further establishes Skylands Stadium as a premier venue for high-level baseball competition in New Jersey and the surrounding region.

• Thursday, May 21, 2026: Tournament Day 1

• Friday, May 22, 2026: Tournament Day 2

• Saturday, May 23, 2026: Tournament Day 3

• Sunday, May 24, 2026: Tournament Day 4 (If necessary)

Please tap the "Buy tickets" button to select from the following options:

• Four-day all-session general admission: $30

• Seniors (65+) and children (12 and under): $5

NEC students with a valid ID are admitted FREE.

2026 NEC Baseball Championship

All Session Pass

Thursday Only Pass

Friday Only Pass

Saturday Only Pass

Thursday Only $5

Friday Only $5

Sunday Only $5

Sunday Only Pass

At Skylands Stadium we strive daily to provide the best value in family entertainment. Our core value is to provide the highest quality services and products while maintaining traditional values and integrity. To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, we ask that our guests follow these policies:

The holder of this ticket is admitted subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein. By use of this ticket, the holder acknowledges and agrees that: (a) this ticket constitutes an evocable license to enter the facility and observe the event for which this ticket grants admission (Event); (b) the holder is not allowed to transmit or aid in transmitting any information about the Event, including, but not limited to, any account, description, picture, video, audio, reproduction, or other information concerning the Event (including pre and post Event activities)(the Event "information), (c) the home club, team, league, venue operator, or event promoter may be the exclusive owner of all copyrights and other proprietary rights to the Event and Event Information and (d) the holder grants unrestricted right and license to use the holder's likeness incidental to any broadcast, telecast, photograph taken, or other transmission or reproduction in connection with the Event or otherwise to the participating clubs or teams, leagues, entities affiliated with the league, and their respective agents. This ticket may not be used for advertising or promotion (including contests and sweepstakes) without the express written consent of the home club, team, league, or promoter of the Event. This ticket may not be resold by an unlicensed vendor with one thousand five hundred feet of the physical structure of this place of entertainment under penalty of law. This ticket is subject to any federal, state or local law or regulation as may be applicable concerning the sale or re-sale of tickets. The license granted by this may be terminated upon; (a) any breach of any of the preceding provisions or (b) if the holder is deemed to be disorderly, intoxicated, uses vulgar or abusive language or violates any other venue rule, regulation or directive. Management of the facility reserves the right to inspect and/or search all persons, packages and bags entering the premises. This ticket shall not be valid to permit entry if it has been deactivated as a result of re-issuance or other cancellation. 

WARNING: YOU ARE AT YOUR OWN RISK WITH RESPECT TO THE DANGERS INCIDENTAL TO THIS EVENT whether occurring prior to, during, or after the Event including specifically (but not exclusively) the dangers of being struck by baseballs, bats, balls, and other equipment, by spectators or players or by thrown objects. WARNING! DESPITE ENHANCE SPECTATOR SHIELDING MEASURES, BASEBALLS, BALLS, AND OTHER OBJECTS MAY STILL FLY INTO THE SPECTATOR AREA. SERIOUS INJURY CAN OCCUR. STAY ALERT AT ALL TIMES INCLUDING DURING WARMUP AND AFTER PLAY STOPS. IF STRUCK IMMEDIATELY CONTACT AN USHER FOR ASSISTANCE. No refunds or exchanges unless expressly permitted by the policies of the venue, promoter, or home team. Policies and procedures subject to change at any time without notice. The holder is solely responsible for inquiring about specific procedures and rules regarding refunds and/or exchanges related to specific Events. 

The team at Skylands Stadium is committed to providing a memorable event day experience for all guests. With that goal in mind, we have developed a Guest Code of Conduct which all guests are expected to follow.

Skylands Stadium and our promoters ask the guests to assist in creating an enjoyable and safe environment by:

 Respecting each other as well as our team members

 Consuming alcoholic beverages in a responsible manner

 Refraining from fighting, throwing items or using foul/abusive language or gestures

 Not displaying indecent messages on clothing

 Not creating a disruption to the progress of the event by their actions

 Showing their ticket when requested and only sitting in their ticketed seat

 Following instructions from team members regarding stadium operations and emergency procedures

 Allowing each other to be free to support their team or entertainer while remaining respectful and courteous to their fellow patrons, referees, opposing team fans and players

 Stadium team members have been trained and instructed to take necessary actions to ensure the above expectations are enforced. Guests are encouraged to report any inappropriate behavior to the nearest Guest or Safety Services Representative and any Guest Services Booth

 Guests who choose not to follow the Guest Code of Conduct will be subject to ejection and/or possible arrest. Those who are ejected for a violation of the Code of Conduct or a stadium policy are prohibited from returning to Skylands Stadium. If they wish to return to Skylands Stadium to attend any future event(s), they must make the request in writing.  For information on mailing these requests, please contact us via email at: contact@skylandsstadium.com.  Those who return to Skylands Stadium property without receiving prior written authorization from the Stadium will have a criminal complaint signed against them for violation of N.J.S. 2C:18-3b – “Defiant Trespasser”

Skylands Stadium Company strives to present a safe, pleasant, and family-friendly environment for every guest who visits the stadium. To achieve this goal, the following policies have been established to promote the responsible use of alcohol.

 Any guest who appears to be 40 years of age or younger will be required to provide appropriate proof of age with a one the following forms of identification:

o A valid driver license or non-driver identification card issued by a U.S. state or territory

 Guests may not possess or purchase more than two (2) alcoholic beverages at a time

 Alcohol cut-off times will be determined by Skylands Stadium Company management

 Alcohol of any kind may not be brought into or removed from the Stadium

 Any guest who is determined to be deliberately concealing alcohol while entering the stadium will not be permitted to enter the building

 A person exhibiting visible signs of impairment will not be permitted into the stadium

 Any guest who exhibits behavior that distracts, inconveniences or otherwise interferes with another guest’s enjoyment of the event may be removed from the stadium

 Alcohol will not be served to any underage person or visibly impaired guest

 Alcohol beverage sales may be curtailed or prohibited at the discretion of management

 outside food or beverages allowed at Skylands Stadium.

Smoking is not allowed in any part of Skylands Stadium. Those who wish to smoke may get a ticket stub at any gate and can smoke outside the ballpark in the designated areas.

Guests are welcome to carry-in the following items into Skylands Stadium:

 Still-photography cameras with a lens that is 6″ or less in length not contained in a case

 Hand-carried jackets, blankets, or other items, which will be patted down or searched

 All bags and other permissible items will be subject to multiple screenings prior to entering Skylands

Pets are not permitted at the stadium with the exception of service animals accompanying guests with disabilities. Service animal must be wearing a harness or vest, and handled under ADA guidelines. If special accommodations are required, please contact our box office.

There is no tailgating allowed on Skylands Stadium property or any parking lot within the property.

The following items are not permitted to be carried into Skylands Stadium:

 Seat cushions of any size except those for medical needs

 Glass bottles, cans, coolers of any kind, thermoses or ice chests

 Umbrellas, strollers, laser pointers, and balls of any kind including full-sized footballs

 Single purpose video cameras or still-photography cameras with a lens longer than 6″

 Weapons, any item that may be used as a projectile or one that is deemed dangerous by stadium management

 Any other item deemed inappropriate by stadium management

To ensure the highest level of safety and security, all guests will be subject to a courteous screening by Safety Services team members prior to entering the stadium. All vehicles are subject to inspection prior to entering the Skylands Stadium and all bags will be inspected prior to entering the stadium. Ticket holders who refuse to allow their vehicles to be inspected will be denied entry and those who refuse to be screened or have their bags inspected will be denied entry into the stadium. By having a ticket, the ticket holder consents to such inspections and waives any and all related claims against Skylands Stadium and their promoters. Alcohol, weapons, or any items that the Safety Services team deems dangerous will be confiscated. Illegal items will be turned over to the New Jersey State Police.

2026 NEC Baseball Championship

Location

Sussex County Miners

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