Joseph L. Bruno Stadium
Welcome to the home of the Tri-City ValleyCats, beautiful Joseph L. Bruno Stadium! Referred to as "The Joe," the 4,500 seat stadium is located on the campus of Hudson Valley Community College in Troy, right in the heart of New York's Capital Region!
A ten minute drive from Albany, the facility has an open air concourse designed to give every seat a great view of the field with an intimate ballpark feel. All seats at "The Joe" are extra wide with seat backs that provide ample leg room, and cup holders located in select seating sections.
The ValleyCats are a summer staple in the Capital Region, delivering entertainment to all ages and interests. Each night provides a memorable experience for guests to share with friends, family, and co-workers. Whether you're a first time visitor, or a season ticket holder, the ValleyCats staff will go above and beyond to make sure you enjoy your time at the ballpark!
Call Us | Email Us | Front Office Directory
Stadium Address: 80 Vandenburgh Avenue Troy, NY 12180
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 694, Troy, NY 12181
Administrative Office Hours: Monday - Friday: 10am-6pm
Stadium Amenties
-
4,500 Fixed Seats
-
Spacious, Wide Concourse
-
10 Luxury Suites
-
Grass Berm Seating Areas
-
4 Unique Picnic Areas
-
Specialty Food Kiosks
-
Kids Interactive Play Area
-
36' x 17' Video Board
-
Misting Tents
-
Fan Service Center
-
Entryway Bar with Flat Screen TV's
Seating & Tickets
ValleyCats baseball at Joseph L. Bruno Stadium is an affordable way to spend a fun summer night out with family, friends or co-workers, and we're sure that you will have a memorable experience! Whether you're a baseball fanatic or just a casual fan, we have a ticket package that is right for you. Also be sure to check out our group outing and picnic options! (Click the stadium map for a larger view). No refunds will be offered.
2024 TICKET PRICING
| Location | GAMEDAY | ADVANCED | Groups (20-99) | Groups (100+) |
| Premium Box | $16.00 | $14.00 | $11.00 | $10.00 |
| Reserved Box | $14.00 | $12.00 | $9.00 | $8.00 |
| Grandstand | $11.00 | $9.00 | $7.00 | $6.00 |
| Berm | $9.00 | $8.00 | N/A | N/A |
For more information, or special seating requests, please contact the ValleyCats box office at 518-629-CATS (2287) or stop by the Joseph L. Bruno Stadium Box Office.
Joseph L. Bruno Stadium is conveniently located on the campus of Hudson Valley Community College in Troy. See the map below for our exact location and Google driving directions.
There is plenty of parking available, and all parking is free! There are three entrances to the stadium parking lots. Two are located on Vandenburgh Avenue / Route 4, and one on Williams Road. Take a look at the parking guide below for assistance on where to park once you arrive at Joseph L. Bruno Stadium.
Fan Guide
Have a question related to attending a ValleyCats game at "The Joe?" Our A-Z ballpark guide is here to help!
Special Events
Host Your Special Event at "The Joe!"
Joseph L. Bruno Stadium is a versatile venue with a diverse selection of locations for many types of special events! Locations around the ballpark that may be utilized include the field, dugouts, spacious open-air concourse level, picnic areas, luxury suites, Diamond Club, adjoining classrooms, video board and sound system. Past events at "The Joe" have included:
- Meetings, mixers and networking events
- Birthdays, bar mitzvah's, graduation parties & more!
- Engagement photos
- Fundraising events or tradeshows
- On-field VIP experiences
- Wedding ceremonies
- Baseball tournaments
The facility has also served as the setting for larger events including the New York-Penn League All-Star Game, Wrestling Under the Stars, Walk For Wishes, Paws in the Park, Community Movie Night, corporate picnics, craft brewers festivals and more!
*For more information on how you can host your next event at "The Joe," call the ValleyCats administrative offices at 518-629-2287. *
History of Joseph L. Bruno Stadium
Named after the New York State Senate Majority Leader who helped secure the funds for the ballpark, Joseph L. Bruno Stadium is where the Tri-City ValleyCats have called home since their inception in 2002.
Located in the center New York's Capital Region (Albany, Schenectady and Troy), "The Joe" is known as the premier baseball complex in the area, providing family fun all summer long! The ValleyCats formerly played in the prestigious 14 team New York-Penn League, the oldest continually operated Class A league in professional baseball. Beginning in 2021, the ValleyCats became the 16th member of the Frontier League, the longest operating independent baseball league in the country. The Frontier League also feeds more players annually into the MLB than any other independent league. The 'Cats host 48 home games from mid May through mid September.
Joseph L. Bruno Stadium and the Tri-City ValleyCats offer a spectacular venue for professional baseball and great family entertainment. With affordable prices, entertaining promotions and tons of giveaways, it's not just a night out, but an experience with everlasting memories.
Close to 100 former ValleyCats players have gone from "The Joe" to "The Show". The list includes 2017 World Series MVP George Springer, 2017 American League MVP Jose Altuve, and 2015 AL Cy Young Award Winner Dallas Keuchel.