The Riverdogs host the Hickory Crawdads at Joe Riley Stadium in what should be a solid Friday night of minor league baseball on the Charleston waterfront. The Crawdads, affiliated with the Texas Rangers, make for a competitive Mid-Atlantic League matchup worth watching.
Gates typically open ahead of first pitch, so arriving early means time to grab a drink and settle in before the action starts. Joe Riley Stadium has long been one of the better settings for a summer night out in Charleston — the breeze off the river helps, and the atmosphere is relaxed enough for casual fans and die-hards alike.