Washington Nationals Homestand Highlights vs. New York Yankees (Aug. 26-28) & Chicago Cubs (Aug. 30 - Sept. 1)
The Nationals return to Washington, D.C., after a quick three-game road trip to Atlanta for the team’s 11th homestand of the season, including a three-game set versus the New York Yankees and three more against the Chicago Cubs.
The upcoming homestand features fun promotions and events for fans of all ages, including a postgame performance by American electronic dance-pop duo Two Friends as part of the Nats Summer Concert Series; HBCU and Divine 9 Day; a CJ Abrams streetwear bobblehead giveaway; and more. Tickets for all Nationals home games are available at nats.com/Tickets and the Nationals Park box office.
MONDAY, AUG. 26 vs. NEW YORK YANKEES (6:45 PM ET)
Dylan Crews Major League Debut
In recognition of the scheduled Major League debut of Washington Nationals top prospect Dylan Crews:
10,000 fans in attendance will receive a special edition Dylan Crews “Welcome to the Show” t-shirt.
Fans can commemorate the occasion with a physical copy of their game tickets by visiting the Advance Ticket Sales Window behind Section 104 and making a $5 donation to Washington Nationals Philanthropies.
Supporters who purchase their 5050 Raffle tickets before first pitch will also be entered to win the Early Bird Prize – a baseball and hat signed by Dylan Crews. Proceeds supporting the community impact work of Nationals Philanthropies.
Fans unable to make it to the ballpark for the debut can still take in the excitement with:
Live batting practice stream available for free on YouTube.
106.7 The Fan’s Grant Paulsen and Danny Rouhier host Monday’s Grant and Danny show live on the field from 3:45-5:00 p.m.
Fans can log on to @Nationals on YouTube for live video of BP with audio commentary and interviews.
Syracuse University Day
The Nationals College Day Series continues with Syracuse University Day. Fans who purchase a special ticket will receive an exclusive co-branded jersey. Visit nats.com/Syracuse for details.
TUESDAY, AUG. 27 vs. NEW YORK YANKEES (6:45 PM ET)
Tuesdays at Nationals Park
Every Tuesday at Nationals Park offers deals and steals for all fans with deep discounts on tickets, concessions and parking.
Save up to 30% off regular-priced tickets; parking in Lot W is just $10; and select concessions items start at $3, $4 and $5.
Learn more at nats.com/Tuesday.
George Washington University Day
The Nationals College Day Series continues with George Washington University Day. Fans who purchase a special ticket will receive an exclusive co-branded jersey. Visit nats.com/GW for details.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 28 vs. NEW YORK YANKEES (6:45 PM ET)
U.S. Olympic Women’s Soccer Team & Washington Spirit player recognition
Prior to the series finale against the Yankees, the Nationals will recognize current Washington Spirit players who represented and won gold for Team USA in the 2024 Paris Olympics, including Croix Bethune, Hal Hershfelt, Casey Krueger and Trinity Rodman.
The ceremonial first pitch will be thrown by Olympic Gold Medalist and Washington Spirit forward Trinity Rodman.
American University Day
The Nationals College Day Series continues with American University Day. Fans who purchase a special ticket will receive an exclusive co-branded jersey.
FRIDAY, AUG. 30 vs. CHICAGO CUBS (6:45 PM ET)
Nats Summer Concert Series: Two Friends
The Washington Nationals will welcome American electronic dance-pop duo Two Friends as part of the Nats Summer Concert Series.
Postgame concerts are free to attend with the purchase of a game ticket and will begin approximately 30 minutes following the final out.
On-field passes for Two Friends are still available for purchase at nats.com/SummerConcerts.
The final act in the Nats Summer Concert Series line up is GRAMMY-winning country music trio Lady A on Friday, Sept. 27 vs. the Philadelphia Phillies.
To learn more about the Summer Concert Series, visit nats.com/SummerConcerts.
HBCU and Divine 9 Day
The Nationals are proud to host HBCU and Divine 9 Day at Nationals Park, celebrating the legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities and the National Pan-Hellenic Council.
Fans who purchase a special ticket will receive an HBCU and Divine 9 majorette bobblehead.
Five dollars from every special event ticket purchased will be donated to the DC Metro HBCU Alumni Alliance.
The Washington, DC Metro HBCU Alumni Alliance, Inc. (DCHBCUAA) is at the forefront of a growing movement to raise awareness, provide resources and offer promising programs that are aimed at supporting at-risk individuals and the communities where they live.
Visit nats.com/HBCU to learn more.
Pregame activations include:
The Bowie State University Marching Band will hold a pregame performance outside the Center Field Plaza.
Nick Arrington, a reality TV star from Bravo’s “Summer House: Martha’s Vineyard” will throw the ceremonial first pitch. A Woodbridge, Va., native, Arrington attended Tuskegee University, an HBCU in Alabama, and is a member of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity.
Budweiser Happy Hour Entertainment
The Breakaways presented by Budweiser performs at the Budweiser Terrace beginning when gates open at 5:30 p.m., complementing this season’s expanded happy hour. Visit nats.com/HappyHour for details.
SATURDAY, AUG. 31 vs. CHICAGO CUBS (4:05 PM ET)
CJ Abrams Streetwear Bobblehead Giveaway
20,000 fans will receive a special CJ Abrams streetwear bobblehead presented by MASN.
This bobblehead features All-Star CJ Abrams rocking some fashionable streetwear with his signature alien chain and two detachable, magnetic arms – one holding cleats and one holding sunglasses.
Faith Day
Following the game, the Nationals will host a celebration of faith with a live performance by National Community Church’s NCC Worship Band and a Q&A with select Nationals players.
For every special ticket sold, the Nationals will donate $5 to The House DC.
Visit nats.com/Faith to learn more.
Budweiser Happy Hour Entertainment
DJ Stylus Chris presented by Budweiser performs at the Budweiser Terrace beginning when gates open at 2:45 p.m., complementing this season’s expanded happy hour. Visit nats.com/HappyHour for details.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 1 vs. CHICAGO CUBS (4:05 PM ET)
The ceremonial first pitch will be thrown by 2024 Olympic Gold Medalist Quincy Wilson.
The 16-year-old sprinter who attends Bullis School in Potomac Md., is the youngest U.S. track & field male Olympian in history. During his time in Paris, he won gold with the men’s 4x400m relay team for his participation in running the qualifying heats.
Kids Ruiz Catching Gear T-Shirt Giveaway
8,000 fans 12 and younger will receive a special Kids Ruiz catching gear t-shirt presented by Harris Teeter.
Jewish Community Day
The Nationals will host members of local Jewish organizations, synagogues and all of Jewish Greater Washington to Jewish Community Day.
Fans with a special ticket to the sold-out event will receive an exclusive Jewish Heritage Day jersey, and $5 from each ticket will be donated to the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington.
Kosher food options are available at every Nationals Park home game at Char Bar Grill in Section 143.
Visit nats.com/JHD for more information.
Story Time at Nationals Park
The final Story Time at Nationals Park of the season features a read-along and Q&A with a Nationals player, plus games, activities and book giveaways from partner organizations.
Story Time at Nationals Park is free and open to all fans with a ticket for the day’s game and will begin 15 minutes after gates open. Visit nats.com/StoryTime for more information, including early entry details.
Family Fun Days
Sundays are family fun days at Nationals Park. Along with season-long amenities like the family picnic area and Nationals Park Kids Zone, Sunday games include:
Signature Sundays - Every Sunday home game, two Nationals players, coaches or broadcasters will be available for autographs down the first base line near the Nationals dugout prior to the game. The Nationals will provide vouchers at Section 103 on a first-come, first-served basis for fans of all ages to take part, weather permitting.
Kids Run the Bases – Kids ages 4 through 12 are invited to run the bases after Sunday day games, weather permitting. Jr. Nationals MVP members have access to the front of the line. Learn more at nats.com/Kids.
KIDS EAT FREE PRESENTED BY MARS
At every home game for the remainder of the season, kids ages 12 and younger will be able to get a free kid’s meal that includes one Hebrew National hot dog, a bottled water and a bag of chips.
Vegetarian hot dog meals and gluten-free kids’ meals are also available at select concession stands.
To redeem the kid’s meal, fans must scan their ticket with their child present at one of the designated concessions locations by the end of the seventh inning.
Meals may be picked up at the Kids Eat Free kiosks by Sections 111, 143 and 315 and the Nats Dog stand at Section 229.
When picking up the kid’s meal, fans have the option to make a donation to Washington Nationals Philanthropies – the official charitable arm of the Washington Nationals – to help achieve their goal of donating 100,000 meals to the local community. A donation of $4 helps provide a meal to a neighbor in need.
To learn more about the return of Kids Eat Free, visit nats.com/KidsEatFree.
NATIONALS PHILANTHROPIES 5050 RAFFLE
- The 5050 Raffle is available for all home games this season, offering fans the chance to win big cash prizes while supporting the Nationals official charitable arm, Washington Nationals Philanthropies, and its work in the Washington, D.C. community through programs like the Nationals Youth Baseball Academy.
- Online ticket sales will open three hours before first pitch, and tickets will also be available inside Nationals Park at the kiosks located by sections 108, 138, 240 and 312 or from roving sellers through the middle of the 7th inning.
- Tickets can be purchased using cash, credit and debit cards at 3 for $10, 30 for $20, 120 for $40, and 400 for $100.
- Fans can also purchase raffle tickets from their computers or mobile devices anywhere within the District. For more information and to purchase raffle tickets online, visit nats4good.org/5050.
NATIONALS PARK ENTRY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
Go-Ahead Entry
A new addition to the entry process, the Nationals are incorporating MLB Go-Ahead Entry at the ballpark this season.
Go-Ahead Entry is an alternative option to the traditional ticket scanning process and is optional for fans.
Go-Ahead Entry uses facial authentication technology to streamline the ticket-scanning experience, allowing ticket holders who have opted-in to the service to enter the ballpark at dedicated gates at full walking speed without stopping.
Nationals Park has four Go-Ahead Entry stanchions: two at Center Field Gates, one at Right Field Gate and one at First Base Gate.
All fans will still go through the CEIA OPENGATE™ security screening, implemented in 2022 and used at all entrances.
More information on MLB Go-Ahead Entry can be found at nats.com/GoAheadEntry.
Water Bottles
Nationals Park continues to allow clear, factory-sealed or empty plastic water bottles no larger than one liter. Metal and glass water bottles are not allowed, nor are frozen water bottles. Only one water bottle per person is permitted.
Water bottle refill stations are available throughout the ballpark.
Bag Policy
All bags larger than a clutch must be clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and may not be larger than 16 x 16 x 8 inches. Fans may bring a clutch (5” x 7” x ¾” or smaller) in addition to or instead of a clear bag.
Fans with diaper or medical bags may use ADA/Family lanes at the Center Field and Home Plate gates to have their items inspected.
Binbox is available for fans whose bags do not comply with ballpark regulations.
To learn more about Nationals Park entry policies and procedures, please visit nats.com.