Astros, Houston Methodist to host free COVID-19 vaccinations June 15; part of 'MLB Vaccinate At The Plate' initiative

HOUSTON, TX – The Houston Astros, in partnership with Houston Methodist, will host free COVID-19 vaccinations at Minute Maid Park on Tuesday, June 15 from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. in the Union Station Lobby. No appointment is required and participants can get vaccinated with or without a ticket to that night’s game.

Participants will receive two free tickets to either the June 15 game vs. the Texas Rangers or to one of the upcoming games vs. the Baltimore Orioles (June 28-30). Additionally, participants will also receive an Astros giveaway item.

The Astros have joined the “MLB Vaccinate At The Plate” program in which all 30 MLB clubs will host at least one event in the month of June, offering incentives to unvaccinated fans in the form of free tickets or other items.

BASIC INFORMATION

Date: June 15th

Location: Union Station Lobby, Minute Maid Park

Time: 5:00-8:00pm

Eligibility: People 12 years of age and older. Those under 17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian so that they can sign a release.

Vaccine: First- or Second-dose Pfizer Vaccine.

No Appointments: Walk-ins only.

Miscellaneous: Ticketed and Non-ticketed Fans are welcome to participate. Ticketed fans may enter through the Atrium. Non-ticketed fans can enter Union Station from Crawford St. Fans who get vaccinated will get the choice of two tickets to the game on June 15 or to one of the three Orioles games (June 28-30) as well as a 2017 World Series Champs Replica Ring. Vaccines are free and insurance is not required.