Minnesota Twins Homestand Highlights: May 24-30
MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL, MN – The Minnesota Twins return to Target Field tomorrow for their fifth homestand of the season, a seven-game Memorial Day Weekend stay against the reigning World Series champion Texas Rangers (Friday, May 24-Sunday, May 26) and American League Central division foe the Kansas City Royals (Monday, May 27-Thursday, May 30).
TICKETS AVAILABLE
Season, group and single-game tickets for the Twins’ 2024 regular season home schedule at Target Field are available via twins.com, by calling 612-33-TWINS or 1-800-33-TWINS, or in-person at the Target Field Ticket Office.
FRIDAY GAME TIME CHANGE
Friday night’s series opener vs. Texas will feature a 6:10 p.m. CT first pitch, rather than 7:10 p.m. as previously scheduled. The Target Field gates will now open at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Moving first pitch time up by one hour was done to help accommodate traffic flow into and out of downtown Minneapolis throughout what is expected to be a busy evening, with Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Dallas Mavericks scheduled for a 7:30 p.m. tip that night next door at Target Center.
YOUR ’SOTA SUMMER STARTS HERE
Summers in the North Star State are special and a day or evening at Target Field makes it even better! Beginning with this Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, the Twins have your ’Sota Summer covered with a variety of theme nights, gate giveaways and more. This homestand features two theme nights (Star Wars Night on Friday, May 24 and sold-out Hello Kitty Day on Sunday, May 26), one group event (Bowlers’ Day on Saturday, May 25), two gate giveaways (Star Wars Reversible Bucket Hat on Friday, May 24 and Jhoan Duran Bobblehead on Saturday, May 25) and one Kids Day presented by Target and Gillette Children’s (Sunday, May 26). Additionally, Saturday’s 1:10 p.m. game against the Rangers is a 612 Saturday presented by Carbliss and Bally Sports North, in which fans can enjoy $6 drink specials, $1 snacks and $2 food specials from when gates open until first pitch.
PABLO DAY
Right-handed pitcher Pablo López is slated to start on Sunday, May 26, marking the fourth installment of the Twins’ new Pablo Day Ticket Package, which will take place at all of Pablo’s home starts from May through September. Fans who purchase this package will receive a ticket to the game and an exclusive Pablo-themed jersey, which pays tribute to the ace’s Venezuelan roots. A portion of the proceeds of each package sold benefit local nonprofits Children’s Minnesota, Project Success and Ruff Start Rescue, which were all selected by Pablo and Kaylee López. Pablo Day ticket package purchasers will also be seated together in section 101. (Please note that returning “Pablo Day” attendees have the option of purchasing a section 101 ticket without the jersey.)
FROM HIGH SCHOOL TO THE BIG LEAGUES
On Thursday, May 30, Target Field will host the sixth and final regular season high school game following the conclusion of the Twins vs. Royals game, this time featuring an all-Iowa matchup of Kee (Lansing, IA) vs. South Winneshiek (Calmar, IA). The six regular season prep games are the most at Target Field in a single season in the ballpark’s 15-year history; each of the six games will feature ceremonial first pitches, a public address announcer and Target Field’s full assortment of videoboards and LED screens.
A rundown of the Twins’ fifth homestand of the 2024 season, including theme nights and ticket deals, follows:
TWINS VS. TEXAS RANGERS: FRIDAY, MAY 24 – SUNDAY, MAY 26 (3 GAMES)
Friday, May 24 vs. Texas Rangers (6:10 p.m.; gates open at 4:30 p.m.)
Star Wars Night: Join your favorite characters from a galaxy far, far way on Star Wars Night! The Force is strong with these activations:
Theme Night: Fans who purchase this theme night package will receive a ticket to the game and an exclusive co-branded Star Wars/Twins Dark side vs. Light side button-up shirt.
Gate Giveaway: The first 5,000 fans through the gates on Friday will receive a Star Wars Reversible Bucket Hat.
American Legion Day: This Memorial Day Weekend, the Twins are proud to honor those who have served and will welcome members of the American Legion to Target Field on Friday night. The night includes first pitches from Pam Krill (Membership Director of the American Legion Department of Minnesota) and Paul Hassing (Commander of the American Legion Department of Minnesota). “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” will be led by George Hunt, commander of the American Legion Post 630 in Brooklyn Center, MN.
Saturday, May 25 vs. Texas Rangers (1:10 p.m.; gates open at 11:00 a.m.)
Be the Change Ceremonial First Pitch: In response to the unrest and community strife that followed the murder of George Floyd on May 25, 2020, John Baker founded Be the Change to support youth-oriented nonprofits and foster connections between corporations and communities in Minneapolis and St. Paul. He will throw out a ceremonial first pitch prior to Saturday’s game against the Rangers.
For his ceremonial first pitch, Baker will be joined on the field by Omar Tezel, Chief Executive of Operations at Be the Change MN, and Be the Change Junior Ambassadors McKenzie Moore and Kristian Baker. Twins Director, Security Charles Adams will catch the pitch.
612 Saturday presented by Carbliss and Bally Sports North: Get to Target Field when gates open for 612 Saturday presented by Carbliss and Bally Sports North! From 11:00 a.m. until first pitch, fans can enjoy $6 drink specials, $1 snacks and $2 food specials, while receiving the Twins’ best gate giveaways.
Gate Giveaway – Jhoan Duran Bobblehead: The first 10,000 fans through the Target Field gates on Saturday will receive an exclusive, unique light-up Jhoan Duran Bobblehead that is based on the flamethrowing closer’s iconic entrance.
Bowlers’ Day: Join the Twins for a unique blend of baseball and bowling! Fans who purchase this group event package will receive a ticket to the game and a Twins Bowling Shirt. The day will also include a ceremonial first pitch thrown out by a member of the Minnesota bowling community.
Twins Camps Champions Day Recognition: Last year marked the seventh year of Minnesota Twins Camps, sponsored by Select Heartland Chevy Dealers. Over 1,300 young athletes attended the weeklong camps held throughout Minnesota, including a skills competition with the finals at Target Field. The 2023 skills competition top three finishers in baseball and softball will be recognized on the field prior to the game.
Sunday, May 26 vs. Texas Rangers (1:10 p.m.; gates open at 11:00 a.m.)
Hello Kitty Day (SOLD OUT): Target Field gets a dose of whimsy on Sunday with Hello Kitty Day! Fans who purchased this sold-out theme day package receive a ticket to the game and an exclusive Twins Hello Kitty Light Up Bobblehead.
Pablo Day: Whenever Twins ace Pablo López takes the mound at home, it’s Pablo Day! Fans who purchased this special theme ticket package – available for all of Pablo’s Target Field starts from May through September – will receive a ticket to the game and a special Pablo-themed jersey that pays homage to his Venezuelan roots. A portion of the proceeds from each package sold will benefit local nonprofits Children’s Minnesota, Project Success and Ruff Start Rescue. Pablo Day ticket package purchasers will all be seated in the same area on Pablo Day (section 101).
USTA Day: The Twins will welcome a group from the United States Tennis Association on Sunday, including a ceremonial first pitch thrown by Jon Rydberg, an accomplished international wheelchair tennis player from Pine City, MN.
Kids Day presented by Target and Gillette Children’s: Every Sunday home game at Target Field is Kids Day presented by Target and Gillette Children’s! Among the activities:
Thanks to U.S. Bank, kids’ meals are half price – just $4 – at select concession stands.
A member of the T.C. Sluggers Kids Club will throw out the ceremonial first pitch.
Nine lucky kids will take the field with the Twins before the top of the first inning as part of a special Kids Starting Lineup.
Families can enjoy all the fun of Bullseye’s Backyard presented by Target, located on the Gate 34 Lawn, featuring interactive activities including Big Catch, Run the Bases and a coloring mural to let kids of all ages leave their mark on Target Field. Kids can print their own baseball cards, win ticket upgrades, get a custom screen-printed bag or bandanna and even the chance to be selected as the Target Ball Kid for a game.
Postgame, kids can run the bases courtesy of Target and Gillette Children’s.
TWINS VS. KANSAS CITY ROYALS: MONDAY, MAY 27 – THURSDAY, MAY 30 (4 GAMES)
Monday, May 27 vs. Kansas City Royals (1:10 p.m.; gates open at 11:00 a.m.)
Memorial Day: The Twins join the rest of Major League Baseball in observance of Memorial Day and in honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
Moment of Silence: Play of Monday’s game will pause for a moment of silence at approximately 3:00 p.m. CT, to mark the National Moment of Remembrance.
Ceremonial First Pitch – NubAbility: A ceremonial first pitch will be thrown out by Logan Stroeing on behalf of NubAbility Athletics, an organization whose mission is to encourage, inspire and instruct limb different youth by getting them out of the stands and into mainstream sports. Logan was born with multiple congenital limb differences and often participates in NubAbility-led activities, including working with the Twins on a baseball/softball camp for youth with limb differences.
Welcome back, Tyler Duffey!: The Twins will pay tribute to current Royals reliever and former Twin Tyler Duffey before the game. A fifth-round selection by Minnesota in the 2012 First-Year Player Draft, Duffey made his major league debut for the Twins in 2015 and spent the first eight seasons of his career with the club.
Tuesday, May 28 vs. Kansas City Royals presented by the Minnesota Lottery (6:40 p.m.; gates open at 5:30 p.m.)
- Cirque du Soleil Ceremonial First Pitch: For the first time in more than a decade, Cirque du Soleil has returned to the Twin Cities under its renowned Big Top with BAZZAR, an eclectic homage to the origins and ongoing legacy of the world-famous circus company. Prior to Tuesday’s game, performers from BAZZAR will throw out a ceremonial first pitch in a uniquely Cirque du Soleil way!
Wednesday, May 29 vs. Kansas City Royals (6:40 p.m.; gates open at 5:30 p.m.)
- Daily Ticket Specials: Fans can take advantage of the following daily ticket deals: All You Can Eat Legends Landing, Military Discount presented by Evolv Technology and Bally Sports North, and TickPick Family Section with media partner Bally Sports North.
Thursday, May 30 vs. Kansas City Royals (12:10 p.m.; gates open at 10:30 a.m.)
- Postgame – High School Dreams: After the conclusion of the Twins-Royals game, Target Field will host the sixth and final regular season high school baseball game, this time featuring an all-Iowa matchup of Kee (Lansing, IA) vs. South Winneshiek (Calmar, IA).
DAILY TICKET SPECIALS AND IN-BALLPARK ACTIVATIONS
Fans can find their ticket to savings throughout the homestand with these Twins Daily Ticket Specials and Ballpark Activations:
- TickPick Family Section with media partner Bally Sports North (Every game): Tickets in the alcohol-free family section include a FREE hot dog and Pepsi, courtesy of TickPick and media partner Bally Sports North. Hot dog and soda available at the Mill City Grill by section 311.
- All You Can Eat Legends Landing (Every game): Limitless ballpark food and drink favorites, plus a great view of the diamond and Minneapolis skyline with a ticket in Sections S-V.
- Student Discount (Monday-Thursday): Ballpark Access tickets are just $5 for students. Tickets are available via mobile delivery; plus, students can download a free Metro Transit ride pass.
- Military Discount presented by Evolv Technology and Bally Sports North (Monday-Thursday): Active military members or veterans with a valid ID, plus up to three guests, receive half-price Diamond Box High or Home Plate View tickets.
- Treasure Island Resort & Casino Senior Days (Weekday Day Games): Fans 55-and-better receive a $5 discount on Field Box, Treasure Island Cove and Left Field Bleacher tickets.
- Dollar Dog presented by Sheboygan Sausage Company (Tuesdays): Every Tuesday, hot dogs are just $1 at the Hennepin Grille and Taste of Twins Territory concession stands.
- Kids Day presented by Target and Gillette Children’s (Sundays): S. Bank kids’ meals are half price – just $4! Postgame, kids are welcome to live out some big-league dreams by running the bases.