Hatfield Phillies Franks Dollar Dog Night, Nemours Kids Run the Bases, and More! Top Things to Know: Phillies vs. Nationals (7/26-29)
The Phillies host the Washington Nationals for a four-game series on July 26 – 29 at Citizens Bank Park. Here’s a look at some of the game highlights and promotions featured at the ballpark.
1. Start the week with Hatfield Phillies Franks Dollar Dog Night on Monday, July 26, at the 7:05 p.m. game.
2. Celebrate the PEANUTS™ comic strip and cartoon at PEANUTS™ Night II on Tuesday, July 27, at the 7:05 p.m. game. The first 1,500 fans to purchase tickets through this event will receive a voucher for an exclusive Phillies PEANUTS™ Schroeder Bobblehead giveaway.
3. All fans will receive an MLB Network Tote Bag at the 7:05 p.m. game on Wednesday, July 28. MLB Network analyst Harold Reynolds will throw out the ceremonial first pitch.
4. Nemours Kids Run the Bases takes place after the 1:05 p.m. #ThrowbackThursday game, on July 29. There will be plenty of #TBT fun for all to enjoy, from Phillies players wearing a 1980s-era powder blue uniform and burgundy cap to PhanaVision retro music. Eddie Bruce, original host of “Dancin’ on Air,” a popular TV show in the 80s, will perform the national anthem.
Also happening is Summer Camp Day. All campers and counselors can receive an $8 ticket discount off the regular price of tickets in select locations through this event.
Following the game, children 14 and under get to go on-field and round the bases like a major leaguer as part of Nemours Kids Run the Bases.
5. Last chance to bid on the Phillies Charities, Inc. Auction, featuring autographed items by Bryce Harper, J.T. Realmuto, and more! The auction is available via the MLB Ballpark App (iOS and Android devices only) and closes on Friday, July 30, at noon.
6. Another game highlight is the Toyota’s Frontline Heroes Phanatic Dance, taking place during the fifth inning of every game. Among the frontline workers participating are Francesca Bell, nurse practitioner (Monday), Seth Drutz, nurse practitioner (Tuesday) and Louise Jordan, teacher (Wednesday).
7. All series, enjoy great deals at the New Era Phillies Team Store! The AC Thermal Fleece by Nike is available for only $40 through Saturday, July 31 (while supplies last).
Other need-to-know information:
• Mobile Ticketing: Access your tickets in the free MLB Ballpark app before coming to the game. Apple users are strongly encouraged to add their tickets to the Apple Wallet. If you purchased tickets with the same email address used to log in to the Ballpark app, your tickets will automatically appear in the “Tickets Tab.” Once at Citizens Bank Park, connect to “FreePhilliesWiFi” to allow for a better experience. Have your ticket ready on your phone before going through the metal detectors.
• Broadcast: All games will be broadcast on NBCSP, 94 WIP and WTTM 1680, as well as available via live stream for authenticated subscribers on NBC Sports Philadelphia’s MyTeams app. The game on Thursday, July 29, will also be available on MLBN (out-of-market only).
• Gate Openings: All gates open 90 minutes prior to game time.
• Parking Lot Openings: Tailgating lots (M & N) will open 5 hours prior to first pitch and non-tailgating lots will open 3 hours prior.
• Fandom: Fans can stay informed by following @PhilliesCBP on Twitter and liking the official Citizens Bank Park Facebook page. Fans can also follow @Phillies on social media.
• Traffic: Log on to www.511pa.com, www.511nj.org or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions. Transit services are also available; for a SEPTA schedule, please visit www.septa.org.