Astros return for six-game homestand, welcome Minnesota Twins and Baltimore Orioles to Minute Maid Park
HOUSTON, Texas – The Astros return for a six-game homestand welcoming the return of Carlos Correa and the Minnesota Twins for three, Aug. 23-25, and the Baltimore Orioles for a three-game series, Aug. 26-28.
Highlights of the homestand include Peanuts Night, Jose Altuve AL Champion Replica Ring, Lance McCullers Jr. Sunday Replica Jersey and Dog Day.
For more information and tickets, visit astros.com/promotions.
Tuesday, Aug. 23 – Astros vs. Minnesota Twins: 7:10 p.m. CT
The Astros open up the three-game series with the Twins on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m.
It is Peanuts Night at the ballpark, celebrating one of the most iconic comic strips of all time, Peanuts. Fans can enjoy Peanuts-themed activations around the ballpark. For more information Peanuts Night, visit Astros.com/Peanuts.
It is Dollar Dog Night presented by Texas Chili Company. Fans are treated to unlimited hot dogs that are one dollar apiece all game long.
Pregame the Astros will recognize the return of long-time shortstop, World Champion and two-time All-Star, Carlos Correa, who spent the first seven seasons of his career in Houston before leaving in free agency this past offseason.
The Astros and the Correa Family Foundation will host Mayah Nicole Zamora, a survivor of the school shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, for Tuesday’s game. Mayah, who will be joined by her family, will be at batting practice, will throw out a ceremonial first pitch and will stay for the game.
Wednesday, Aug. 24 – Astros vs. Minnesota Twins: 7:10 p.m. CT
Game two of the series with the Twins is set for 7:10 p.m. CT.
Thursday, Aug. 25 – Astros vs. Minnesota Twins: 7:10 p.m. CT
The Astros close out the series with the Twins at 7:10 p.m. CT on Thursday.
All fans in attendance will receive a Jose Altuve American League Champion Replica Ring, presented by Gallery Furniture. One fan in attendance at the game will receive a personalized ALCS Elite Fan Ring, with real diamonds and 10k white gold. For more information, visit Astros.com/rings.
Thursday is also Teacher Appreciation Night, presented by AIG as the Astros celebrate our educators with a ceremonial first pitch and more.
Friday, Aug. 26 – Astros vs. Baltimore Orioles: 7:10 p.m. CT
The Astros open a three-game series with the Baltimore Orioles on Friday, Aug. 26. It is the first meeting of the two ball clubs in 2022.
10,000 fans will receive a Lance McCullers Jr. Sunday Replica Jersey, presented by StubHub.
The Astros Foundation will celebrate the Reliant Readers Slide into Summer Reading program on Friday, hosting over 1,000 kids that read over 140,000 minutes over the summer as a part of the program.
Pregame Happy Hour presented by Budweiser will take place from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Michelob Ultra Bar. Fans can enjoy $5 Ultra Drafts, a live D.J. and amazing views.
Friday Night Fireworks presented by ConocoPhillips are set for postgame, featuring the musical theme of movie soundtracks. Friday Night Fireworks are subject to weather. In the event a show must be cancelled due to weather, refunds will not be granted.
Saturday, Aug. 27 – Astros vs. Baltimore Orioles: 6:10 p.m. CTThe series with the Orioles continues on Saturday, Aug. 27 at 6:10 p.m. CT.
10,000 fans will receive a Michael Brantley “Dr. Smooth” Bobblehead, presented by Veritex Community Ban**k**.
Sunday, Aug. 28 – Astros vs. Baltimore Orioles: 1:10 p.m. CT
The Astros close out the homestand and the series with the Orioles on Sunday, Aug. 28 at 1:10 p.m. CT.
It is the ever-popular Dog Day, presented by Titos Handmade Vodka. The first 500 dogs to enter the ballpark will receive a special Orbit Dog Toy. Furry friends in attendance can stop by these vendor booths with the owners while at the game – Houston PetTalk, Houston PetSet, West Alabama Animal Clinic, Houston BARC Foundation, Fort Bend Pets, Three Dog Bakery, Lance McCullers Jr. Foundation, Raisin’ Canes PetSuites and more. To bring your dog to the game, you must purchase a ticket for each dog and each human. Fans will not be permitted to bring their dogs unless they have a special Dog Day ticket. One dog per human will be admitted. For more information on Dog Day, visit Astros.com/DogDay.
In honor of Dog Day, there will be a very special honorary first pitch from Army veteran Jodie and his service dog, Donna, as they represent K9 for Warriors, a non-profit organization that rescues dogs and trains them to be Service Dogs for veterans suffering from PTSD.
Kid’s Run the Bases, presented by Olshan Foundation Solutions, will occur for all kids in attendance ages 5-12 after the game.
Astros Memorabilia Table
With all the proceeds benefitting the Astros Foundation, visit the Astros Memorabilia Tables located right behind Insperity Club at section 120 inside Minute Maid Park. Open at every home Astros game from the time gates open until the end of the fifth inning, fans can purchase one-of-a-kind bats, baseball, photos, artwork and more signed by current Astros and Astros greats. Other items signed by Houston rappers are also available, along with special fundraising items with all the proceeds also going to the Astros Foundation.
ASTROS MOONSHOT MONTHLY PLAN
Fans can lock in tickets for two games each month with the Moon Shot Monthly Subscription Plan for as little as $40 a month. Fans get to pick their exact seat for each ticket reservation and games can be booked from 30 days in advance to six hours before First Pitch on the Day of the Game. For more information and to sign up, visit Astros.com/moonshot
GROUP TICKETS
Fans planning to bring groups of 20 or more to Minute Maid Park can purchase tickets for any date on the schedule right now! Visit Astros.com/groups to purchase or call group ticket sales at 713-259-8030.