Giants homestand highlights: May 14-20, 2018
MON., MAY 14 | 7:15 P.M. | CINCINNATI REDS
BROADCASTS: KNBR 680AM, SPANISH RADIO KXZM 93.7FM, NBC SPORTS BAY AREA, MLBN (out-of-market only)
NATIONAL ANTHEM: Representatives from The Color Purple
CEREMONIAL FIRST PITCH: Presented by the Giants Community Fund
PRE-GAME CEREMONY -- HONORARY BAT GIRL -- BREAST CANCER AWARENESS: Major League Baseball and the Giants have teamed up with Susan G. Komen and Stand Up To Cancer to go to bat against breast cancer. As part of this program, the Giants will recognize the 2018 Giants Honorary Bat Girl, Helen Struck, for her personal connection to breast cancer and demonstration of commitment to the battle through education and awareness.
SPECIAL EVENT -- RUGBY NIGHT: The Giants will host Rugby Night at AT&T Park to celebrate the upcoming Rugby World Cup Sevens at AT&T Park in July. This SOLD OUT special event includes a full size Giants-branded Rugby ball. All fans can access the pre-game reception in Seals Plaza from 5-7 p.m. Members of the Bay Area Rugby community will be on-hand during the reception and will participate in a pre-game ceremony. A portion of proceeds from every Rugby Night ticket will benefit the Impact Beyond program established by Rugby World Cup Sevens. *All fans can attend the pre-game event but must have a special event ticket to receive this item.
SPECIAL EVENT -- EDUCATOR APPRECIATION NIGHT: The Giants will celebrate Educator Appreciation Night to recognize educators in the Bay Area. This SOLD OUT special event includes a limited-edition Giants-themed book bag. *Fans must have a special event ticket to receive this item.
COMMUNITY PARTNER -- THANK A TEACHER TODAY: The Thank a Teacher Today campaign is a month long celebration of San Francisco Public School teachers. Thank a Teacher Today happens each May and is a program of the San Francisco Education Fund, the oldest and largest non-profit dedicated to supporting San Francisco's Public Schools. Local teachers will be recognized on the field in a pre-game ceremony.
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT -- AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY: The American Cancer Society works to free the world from cancer. Until they do, they'll fund and conduct research, share expert information, support patients, and spread the word about prevention.
COMMUNITY CLUBHOUSE -- AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY: Representatives from the American Cancer Society will be in the Community Clubhouse, located on the Promenade Level behind Section 119, from the time gates open until the 4th inning.
TUES., MAY 15 | 7:15 P.M. | CINCINNATI REDS
BROADCASTS: KNBR 680AM, SPANISH RADIO KXZM 93.7FM, NBC SPORTS BAY AREA
NATIONAL ANTHEM: Ragazzi Boys Chorus
CEREMONIAL FIRST PITCH: Presented by Konica Minolta
SPECIAL EVENT -- JAPANESE HERITAGE NIGHT -- Presented by Sapporo: In partnership with CCCNC, JACL, Nakayoshi and San Jose Japantown: The Giants will host Japanese Heritage Night at AT&T Park. This special event ticket package includes admission to the Japanese Heritage Night pregame party in Seals Plaza from 5-7 p.m. and a limited-edition Giants-themed cherry blossom expandable backpack. Cultural food and beverage will be available for purchase at the pre-game party. Cultural performers will be on display onfield prior to the game. Partial proceeds from all Japanese Heritage Night special event tickets will benefit local Japanese charities. *Fans must have a special event ticket to attend this event and receive this item.
PRE-GAME CEREMONY -- JEFFERSON AWARDS STUDENTS IN ACTION: The Giants have teamed up with The Jefferson Awards to recognize high school students making a difference in their community. A homeplate ceremony with Hunter Strickland, the student, and a Jefferson Awards representative will take place before the game.
PRE-GAME CEREMONY -- JUNIOR GIANTS HALL OF FAME INDUCTION: The Junior Giants Hall of Fame honors outstanding past contributions, recognizes current achievements and showcases our leagues, coaches and lead organizers who have helped to build the Junior Giants program over the years. Members of the Hall of Fame will be recognized for the time, energy and undying enthusiasm they have given to make the Junior Giants program what it is today.
PRE-GAME PROMOTION -- SAY HEY TUESDAY PRESENTED BY NBC SPORTS BAY AREA: NBC Sports Bay Area will host Giants Pregame Live and Giants Postgame Live from Willie Mays Plaza. Fans are invited to come out early, grab a collector edition cheer card designed by local artists, and watch their favorite sports analysts. The first 500 fans who come to Willie Mays Plaza and get in line at the NBC Sports Bay Area tent will receive a giveaway. For the lineup of giveaways and cheer cards visit nbcsportsbayarea.com/SHT.
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT -- BOCH'S COACHES: Fans can register to coach Jr. Giants during the 2018 Boch's Coaches Drive by signing up with Giants Community Fund volunteers around the ballpark.
COMMUNITY CLUBHOUSE -- BOCH'S COACHES: Representatives from the Giants Community Fund will be in the Community Clubhouse, located on the Promenade Level behind Section 119, from the time gates open until the 4th inning to register new Jr. Giants coaches.
WED., MAY 16 | 12:45 P.M. | CINCINNATI REDS
BROADCASTS: KNBR 680AM, SPANISH RADIO KXZM 93.7FM, NBC SPORTS BAY AREA, MLBN (out-of-market only)
NATIONAL ANTHEM: Alamo Elementary School
CEREMONIAL FIRST PITCH: Presented by Coca-Cola
SPECIAL EVENT -- HEALTHCARE APPRECIATION DAY: The Giants will celebrate Healthcare Appreciation Night to recognize healthcare workers.
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT -- INTERNATIONAL JUSTICE MISSION: International Justice Mission works to protect the poor from violence
COMMUNITY CLUBHOUSE -- INTERNATIONAL JUSTICE MISSION: Representatives from the International Justice Mission, will be in the Community Clubhouse, located on the Promenade Level behind Section 119, from the time gates open until the 4th inning.
THURS., MAY 17 | 7:15 P.M. | COLORADO ROCKIES
BROADCASTS: KNBR 680AM, SPANISH RADIO KXZM 93.7FM, NBC SPORTS BAY AREA
NATIONAL ANTHEM: Healdsburg High School Band
SPECIAL EVENT -- FILIPINO HERITAGE NIGHT - Presented by PG&E: In partnership with Filipina Women's Network, Filipino American Arts Exposition, Manilatown Heritage Foundation, and 600 Hands: The Giants will host Filipino Heritage Night at AT&T Park. This special event ticket package includes admission to the Filipino Heritage Night pregame party in Seals Plaza from 5-7 p.m. and a Giants themed Jeepney t-shirt. Cultural performers will be on display at the pre-game party and on-field prior to the game. Partial proceeds from all Filipino Heritage Night special event tickets will benefit local Filipino charities. *Fans must have a special event ticket to attend this event and receive this item.
FRI., MAY 18 | 7:15 P.M. | COLORADO ROCKIES
BROADCASTS: KNBR 680AM, SPANISH RADIO KXZM 93.7FM, NBC BAY AREA
NATIONAL ANTHEM: Mill Valley KIDDO
CEREMONIAL FIRST PITCH: Presented by Coca-Cola
SPECIAL EVENT -- COLLEGE NIGHT -- SANTA CLARA UNIVERSITY: Students, alumni, and fans of Santa Clara University will join the Giants for Santa Clara University Night at AT&T Park. With this special event ticket, fans will receive a limited-edition SCU/Giants branded beanie. Additionally, a portion of all profits from this special event will go directly back to a SCU-affiliated non-profit. *Fans must have a special event ticket to receive this item
SPECIAL EVENT -- STAR WARS® NIGHT: The Giants will celebrate STAR WARS® Night at AT&T Park. With this special event ticket, fans will receive a limitededition Giants-themed Millennium Falcon t-shirt. *Fans must have a special event ticket to receive this item.
COMMUNITY CLUBHOUSE -- GIANTS COMMUNITY FUND: The Giants Community Fund will have "Mystery Grab Bags" available for purchase. Each bag includes one premium item, such as an autographed ball or bobblehead, and several smaller promotional items. Bags will be sold pregame or until they sell out.
SAT., MAY 19 | 1:05 P.M. | COLORADO ROCKIES
BROADCASTS: KNBR 680AM, SPANISH RADIO KXZM 93.7FM, NBC SPORTS BAY AREA, MLBN (out-of-market only)
NATIONAL ANTHEM: Presented by Dignity Health
CEREMONIAL FIRST PITCH: Presented by Dignity Health
GIVEAWAY -- GIANTS CORDUROY CAP - Presented by Dignity Health - First 20,000 fans
SPECIAL CEREMONY -- TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE 75TH ANNIVERSARY: The year 2018 marks the 75th anniversary of Travis Air Force Base. For the past 75 years, Travis Air Force Base has been a focal point for the world as a power projection platform, a means to deliver hope, and a mission fueled by community support.
SPECIAL EVENT -- HEALTHCARE APPRECIATION DAY: The Giants will celebrate Healthcare Appreciation Night to recognize healthcare workers.
SUN., MAY 20 | 1:05 P.M. | COLORADO ROCKIES
BROADCASTS: KNBR 680AM, SPANISH RADIO KXZM 93.7FM, NBC SPORTS BAY AREA
NATIONAL ANTHEM: Travis Air Force Base Band of the Golden West
CEREMONIAL FIRST PITCH: Presented by See's Candies
GIVEAWAY -- 60TH ANNIVERSARY EXPANDABLE BACKPACK - Presented by See's Candies - First 20,000 fans
GATE TIMES: All gates open two hours prior to gametime. *See notes section for additional information regarding gate time policies for the 2018 season.
SPECIAL CEREMONY -- SALUTE TO THE MILITARY DAY: In partnership with Operation: Care and Comfort: The Giants will celebrate Salute to the Military Day at AT&T Park to recognize members of our military and their families.
SPECIAL EVENT -- YOUTH LEAGUE DAY: Little League players from around the Bay Area will be at AT&T Park for a Giants Q&A session followed by a parade on the field. *Fans must have a special event ticket to participate.
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT -- OPERATION: CARE AND COMFORT: Operation: Care and Comfort's nationally recognized programs support troops, veterans and their families while serving in conflict regions, while serving on humanitarian missions, and when they return home. Fans can learn more by visiting occ-usa.org.
COMMUNITY CLUBHOUSE -- OPERATION: CARE AND COMFORT: Representatives from the Operation: Care and Comfort, will be in the Community Clubhouse, located on the Promenade Level behind Section 119, from the time gates open until the 4th inning.
KIDS RUN THE BASES -- Presented by See's Candies: Kids 14 & under are invited to run the bases following Sunday's game. Participants must exit the ballpark after the game and re-enter at the right field viewing portal from the Port Walk. After kids have finished running the bases, they will be directed out of the ballpark by event staff behind home plate.
TRAFFIC ADVISORY -- BAY TO BREAKERS: Fans traveling through San Francisco to the ballpark may experience delays and street closures due to Bay To Breakers. The race begins at 8:00 a.m. and will impact traffic in the morning. The race route begins at Main/Howard and ends at Ocean Beach. For more information, visit baytobreakers.com/transportation.
NOTES
GIANT VAULT: To honor and commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the San Francisco Giants, an extraordinary museum of treasured and coveted artifacts related to Giants heritage has been installed within AT&T Park. Each year the artifacts on display will rotate to celebrate a specific theme and/or era related to Giants history. The Giant Vault is located inside the Lefty O'Doul Gate and is accessible to all fans inside the park. The exhibition currently on display for the 2018 season pays tribute to the last season of the Giants in New York (1957) and their move West to San Francisco in 1958. All fans can visit the Giant Vault once they are inside the ballpark.
GATE TIMES: New for 2018, the Marina, O'Doul and Second and King Gates will open 90 minutes before game time. The main gates at Willie Mays Plaza (including the Suite Lobby and Field Club entrances) will continue to open two hours before game time. For those who are interested in catching batting practice or maximizing time in the park, please use the Willie Mays Gate Entrances. During popular promotional giveaways, like bobbleheads and the Alaska Airlines 2-for1 Voucher, all gates will open two hours before game time. Parking will continue to open three hours before game time.