Squirrels to host 'Squirreloween' event

The Richmond Flying Squirrels, Double-A affiliate of the San Francisco Giants, have announced Squirreloween – Nutzy’s Halloween Party presented by Clear Channel – Richmond will be held at The Diamond on Sunday, Oct. 30, from 3 – 7 p.m. The inaugural event featuring trick-or-treating and a costume contest is free and open to the public.

“Every offseason it’s our goal to keep people coming to the ballpark, “ said Flying Squirrels Vice President and COO Todd “Parney” Parnell. “Squirreloween is going to be a family-friendly event and one that will give families the opportunity to go trick-or-treating in a safe environment while also having some entertainment on the side. We want it to be as much fun for adults as kids. Plus, it gives us a reason to dress up in costumes and have a petting zoo.”

Fans will have the opportunity to go trick-or-treating through each one of 15 suites at The Diamond. Each suite will be themed will special activities including a slime-making station, Parker the Rally Pig meet and greet, and photos with local mascots. Fans can also trick-or-treat at station vehicles from Sports Radio 910, Q94, 1140 AM WRVA, and 106.5 The Beat.

All fans that come dressed in costumes will have the opportunity to participate in a costume contest with special prizes going to winners in different age ranges and categories. Additional activities will include games, face painting, hayrides, and a petting zoo.

Road Kill Roy will be performing live on the AAA Ultimate Fan Zone Main Stage and food and drinks will be available for purchase.

For more information on Squirreloween – Nutzy’s Halloween Party, call the Flying Squirrels at (804) 359-FUNN (3866) or log on to SquirrelsBaseball.com.

Season tickets for the 2012 season of Flying Squirrels are currently available. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the Flying Squirrels at (804) 359-FUNN (3866), log on to SquirrelsBaseball.com or visit the Flying Squirrels’ box office at The Diamond.