Downtown Woodstock To Host Outdoor World Series Watch Parties

WOODSTOCK, GA —The Atlanta Braves are back in the Fall Classic for the first time in 22 years, and the city of Woodstock has announced it will be hosting World Series Watch Parties in the heart of downtown.

Starting with Tuesday night's Game 1 between the Braves and Houston Astros -and continuing at least through Game 4, and likely beyond - the watch parties will be held at the Northside Hospital-Cherokee Amphitheater, which will have a 26-foot television screen. The events are presented by Visit Woodstock GA and Woodstock Parks and Recreation.

Several nearby bars and restaurants will give fans additional options for their game-watching pleasure.

"Woodstock's World Series Watch Party is going to have that organic and authentic community feel," said Brian Stockton, CEO of Visit Woodstock GA. "Steps away from the amphitheater, there are even more opportunities to take in the action like The Daily Draft, Canyon's and Reformation Brewery. Plus, many downtown restaurants are offering food and beverage specials for both dine- in and carry-out during the events."

Tuesday's game in Houston is scheduled to begin at 8:09 p.m. Game 2 is scheduled for 8:09 p.m. Wednesday, with Game 3 at 8:09 Friday and Game 4 at 8:09 Saturday.

Organizers said they will announce plans for Games 5, 6 and 7, at a later date.

At the watch parties, the giants screens will be turned on at 7 p.m.

In the event of rain, fans are asked to check social media accounts for Visit Woodstock GA and Woodstock Parks and Rec for delay or cancellation notices.

Like at the Woodstock Summer Concert Series, attendees may bring folding chairs and small coolers. Carry-out food and beverages from the dozens of local restaurants within steps of the amphitheater is welcome and encouraged, organizers said.

Public parking will be available at Chattahoochee Technical College, City Center and in smaller public parking lots. There also will be on-street parking in downtown Woodstock.

More information about the outdoor watch party and other local World Series watch parties is available on the Visit Woodstock GA website. There also is information available online about nearby accommodations.