What’s Happening This Weekend: Phillies vs. Giants, May 3-6

Lights Up // Friday Night at the Bank, All-Star teachers honored & ceremonial pitch by Kate Flannery from The Office - all on Apple TV+ Friday Night Baseball! IBEW Local 98 Alec Bohm t-shirt & players ‘Strike Out the Stigma’ for mental health; ESPN Sunday Night Baseball on Mother's Appreciation Day presented by Pep Boys; Independence Blue Cross Senior Stroll the Bases, Phillies Wives Save a Pet at the Park & ceremonial pitch by Flyers Legend Joe Watson! Plus, GHOST ‘feel-good’ energy drinks debut at the ballpark

May 3rd, 2024

The Phillies are back home to take on the San Francisco Giants for a four-game series on Friday, May 3 to Monday, May 6. Here’s a look at some of the fan highlights surrounding the start of a six-game homestand:

1. On Friday, May 3, at 6:40 p.m., the Phillies will wear their Nike MLB City Connect uniforms for another Lights Up // Friday Night at the Bank. Plus, the area’s top teachers will be honored on-field during Teacher Appreciation Night powered by Constellation, with thousands of teachers in the stands!

  • The Phillies top 10 All-Star Teachers, selected from hundreds of current and former student, parent and peer nominations, will be honored on-field pregame.
  • As part of the night, a collection for school supplies will be held at the entrance gates (1B, 3B and LF) to benefit Cradles to Crayons.
  • A celebrity ceremonial first pitch will be made by actress Kate Flannery, who played Meredith from The Office and also appeared on The Masked Singer (season 11) and Dancing with the Stars (season 28).
  • Take pictures with the LPGA US Women’s Open trophy on the main concourse (First Base elevator lobby).
  • Fans 21 and over: stop by the Miller Lite Friday Happy Hour at Miller Lite Liberty Landing, featuring specials until the first pitch.
  • This game will be broadcast exclusively on Apple TV+ as part of Friday Night Baseball.

2. At the game on Saturday, May 4 at 6:05 p.m., children 14 and under will receive an IBEW Local 98 Alec Bohm T-Shirt! Plus, players sport ‘Never Fightin’ Alone’ T-shirts during batting practice to show their support for mental health awareness.

  • Before the game, the Phillies will host this month’s sold-out Strike Out the Stigma presented by GHOST® focusing on Mental Health Awareness Month. Special guests include mental health advocate and former major leaguer Drew Robinson, Giants Director of Mental Health & Wellness & EAP Dr. Shana Alexander, and Phillies Director of Mental Health Dr. Deanna Nobleza.
  • Join the fun at the Budweiser Block Party with DJ HBK at the Budweiser Batter’s Eye Bar behind section 148.
  • Be on the lookout for Toyota vehicles on display at each entrance gate.

3. On Sunday, May 5 at 7:10 p.m., it’s Mother’s Appreciation Day presented by Pep Boys! All women 15 and over will receive a Ladies Bucket Hat. Plus, the Phillies will recognize the Phillies Wives who are mothers with a special moment during pregame ceremonies.

  • This game will be broadcast exclusively on ESPN as part of Sunday Night Baseball.
  • Kids can enjoy complimentary face painting at The Yard before and during the game.
  • Be on the lookout for Toyota vehicles on display at each entrance gate.

4. After the 4:05 p.m. game on Monday, May 6, all fans 55 and over are invited to go on the field for Independence Blue Cross Senior Stroll the Bases! Join the Phillies Wives as they “Save a Pet at the Park” and help pets in need at the First Base Plaza. Plus, fans bring their furry friends to the sold-out Bark at the Park presented by Tito’s Handmade Vodka.

  • Tito’s Handmade Vodka will have a photobooth and giveaways behind section 210. The Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) will also be on-site with adoptable dogs.
  • The Phillies Wives will be at the First Base Plaza with adoptable dogs, puppies, cats and kittens on site. Plus, fans can purchase a signed mystery baseball, autographed by a Phillies player, for $50 each to benefit the Pennsylvania SPCA. Fans are also encouraged to donate needed pet supplies, with wish list items including blankets, bath towels, canned dog, cat and kitten food (no dry food, please), and treats and toys for dogs and cats. Click here for a preview of adoptable pets on site.
  • Former Philadelphia Flyer Joe Watson will be joined by some of his fellow Broad Street Bullies to throw out a ceremonial first pitch. Before the game, Watson will be at the Phillies Authentics Store for a book signing of his new release Thundermouth: Memoirs of a Broad Street Bully and NHL Lifer.

5. Place your bids on signed and game-used items during the Phillies Charities, Inc. Online Auction, benefitting The Pennsylvania SPCA at phillies.com/auctions! Bidding ends on Monday, May 6, at 10:00 p.m.

  • Items include those signed by Alec Bohm, Nick Castellanos, Bryce Harper, Brandon Marsh, Kyle Schwarber, Edmundo Sosa, Bryson Stott and Taijuan Walker.

6. GHOST® energy drinks make their major league debut this weekend, fueling fans during home games at Citizens Bank Park with a variety of flavors, including Original ‘OG’, Orange Cream and Tropical Mango! Find GHOST® at concession stands and grab-and-go kiosks throughout the ballpark.

  • Go-Ahead Entry: Fans are invited to enroll on the MLB Ballpark App, a free-flow ballpark entry experience that allows ticket holders the ability to enter the ballpark at full walking speed without stopping. Go-Ahead Entry lanes are located at the First Base, Third Base, and Left Field gates.
  • Gate Openings: Gates open at 5:35 p.m. on Friday and Sunday, 4:35 p.m. on Saturday, and 2:35 p.m. on Monday.
  • Access Tickets & More: Use the free MLB Ballpark app for your guide to Citizens Bank Park and to access tickets (including sports complex parking), forward tickets to friends, use the interactive concourse maps, enroll in Go-Ahead Entry and enjoy games.
  • Broadcast: Friday’s game will be broadcast exclusively on Apple TV+. Sunday’s game will be broadcast exclusively on ESPN. Saturday and Monday’s games will be available on NBSCP, as well as nbcsportsphiladelphia.com and the NBC Sports app. All games will be broadcast on 94 WIP and WTTM 1680.
  • Mobile Ordering: Includes Manco & Manco @ Foundry Pizza, Miller Lite Liberty Landing, Pass and Stow and Shake Shack. Order your favorite menu items and skip the line when ordering through the MLB Ballpark App.
  • Bag Policy: In an effort to expedite entry, guests are prohibited from bringing non-clear bags, including backpacks and draw-string bags, into the ballpark. Only clutch purses and/or fanny packs (no larger than 5" x 7"), clear bags (no larger than 12" x 6" x 12"), medical bags, and diaper bags will be permitted into Citizens Bank Park. All bags will be subject to inspection upon entry in accordance with Major League Baseball security regulations.
  • Uber RideShare Lot: Lot T is designated for Uber RideShare for all Citizens Bank Park and Wells Fargo Center events. Fans should exit the Third Base Gate and walk along Pattison Avenue toward Broad Street to enter the lot and request a vehicle, which will meet each rider in the designated area.
  • Parking: Please click here for a parking map. Parking for Phillies games is cashless. Methods of payment include credit/debit cards and mobile payment (Apple Pay, Google Pay). To expedite entry, pre-paid parking passes may also be purchased prior to the game.
  • Public Transportation: Transit services are also available; for a SEPTA schedule, please visit www.septa.org.
  • Traffic: Log on to www.511pa.com, www.511nj.org or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions.
  • Stay informed! Follow @PhilliesCBP on X and like the official Citizens Bank Park Facebook page.