Top 5 Things to Know for Phillies vs. Diamondbacks (4/24-26) & Braves (4/27-29)

This week, the Phillies host the Arizona Diamondbacks (4/24-26) followed by the Atlanta Braves (4/27-29). Below are the top things to know!
On Tuesday, April 24, Dave Sarachan, head coach of the U.S. Men's National Soccer Team, will throw out the ceremonial first pitch before the 7:05 p.m. Phillies-Diamondbacks game. The appearance is in advance of the U.S. Men's National Soccer Team vs. Bolivia match on May 28 at Talen Energy Stadium in Philadelphia, which kicks off the MNT's summer tour.
Also happening before Tuesday's game, Scott Kingery will be presented with the MiLB 2017 Rawlings Gold Glove award by Andy Schultz, Assistant Director, Baseball & Business Operations, Minor League Baseball.
Plus, on Wednesday, April 25, all fans can purchase a hot dog for $1.00 at any concession stand.
On Thursday, April 26, fans are invited to head out of the office and enjoy an afternoon of baseball at the Citizens Bank Businessperson's Special 1:05 p.m. Phillies game against the Diamondbacks. It's a great way to kick back with coworkers or entertain a client.
Thursday is also the first #TBT Emoji T-Shirt Game, a special theme night ticket offer available at select Thursday games. Check out this throwback shirt featuring Phillies Alumni here.
Continuing with the retro theme, every Thursday through June 28, the Phillies are going 80's retro on the field and organist George Akerley will be adding organ music and flavor throughout the game.
Grammy-winning artist Zedd will perform an on-field postgame concert at Citizens Bank Park on Friday, April 27 after the Phillies host the Atlanta Braves at 7:05 p.m. Your game ticket is also your concert ticket - no additional purchase is required.
Fans can enhance their experience by purchasing a field pass to enjoy the concert from the infield. Learn more at phillies.com/zedd.
Also, fans 15 & over will receive a pair of Coca-Cola Phillies Headphones at the gates.
On Sunday, April 29, be in your seats by 1 p.m. for a dog-extravaganza birthday bash for the best mascot in the major leagues before the 1:35 p.m. Phillies-Braves game! Exciting animal acts include:
The Phanatic will be presented with a giant fan-signed Citizens Bank birthday card and surprised with a special birthday cake from GIANT Food Market. In honor of the Phanatic, all kids 14 & under will receive a Phanatic Bucket Hat, compliments of Citizens Bank.
Many special guests will be in attendance including the Galapagos Gang, Calvin the Cavalier from Cabrini University, Hooter the Owl from Temple University, The Explorer from LaSalle University, Will D. Cat from Villanova University, St. Joseph's University Hawk, Screwball from the Reading Fightins', Boomer from the Williamsport Crosscutters and more.
Kids can play as hard as the athletes at The Yard, a new, 13,000-square-foot interactive kids' baseball experience at Citizens Bank Park open before and during every Phillies home game.
Highlights include Citizens Bank Phan Field - designed to model the Phillies own major league field, a 30-foot Phanatic Rock Climbing Wall offering a chance to clamber around City landmarks and a Hatfield Phanatic Hot Dog Launcher (the same size as the Phanatic's!) that hits targets with soft-foam hot dogs. There's also a new bullpen speed pitch, dugout, a mini-PhanaVision and Liberty Bell, a Turkey Hill ice cream bar for kids and more.
On game days, the Phanatic Climbing Wall is only available for participants between the ages of 4 and 14 years old. Fans can get in line for the Phanatic Climbing Wall with ease using the Ballpark app! Here's how:
Gate Openings: Ashburn Alley opens two hours prior to game time; all gates open one and a half hours prior to game time.
Fandom: Check-in using Ballpark, Citizens Bank Park's official mobile app, to receive special offers for retail, concessions and more. Also, follow the action via @Phillies on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and Snapchat. Plus, the Phillies are offering a Student Steal - a $15 ticket, plus the first "jawn" of food or drink (up to $12). It's a special offer for all high school, college and graduate students during the month of April. Fans can visit Phillies.com/StudentSteal to order.
Broadcast: For the most up-to-date TV broadcast schedule, please go to Phillies.com. MLB.TV and SportsRadio 94WIP will host all games during the season.
Traffic: Fans should be aware of dual events taking place at the sports complexes on Tuesday, April 24 and Saturday, April 28. 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.