Twins homestand highlights: Tuesday, June 8-Sunday, June 13

MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL, MN – With nearly all capacity restrictions lifted, summer starting and the ballpark experience returning to normal, the Minnesota Twins are set to host a six-game homestand at Target Field this week vs. the New York Yankees (tonight-Thursday) and the Houston Astros (Friday-Sunday).

Target Field is Now Open at 80 percent Capacity; Tickets Remain Available

Target Field will operate at up to 80 percent capacity for the Twins’ 12 home games in June, before bumping up to full, 100% capacity beginning in July. With this change, there are no longer pods or seating area restrictions – tickets are available in all quantities, and in all locations throughout the ballpark.

Tickets are on sale now for the Twins’ remaining 52 regular season home games; all games have availability. Tickets for this homestand vs. the Yankees and Astros, along with the remainder of the 2021 regular season home schedule, can be purchased at twinsbaseball.com, by using the MLB Ballpark app, by calling 612-33-TWINS (612-338-9467) or 800-33-TWINS (800-338-9467), or in-person at the Target Field Ticket Office.

Health and Safety Updates – Welcome Back to Summer Fun at Target Field

In accordance with guidelines from the State of Minnesota and the City of Minneapolis, the following updates have been made to the Twins’ health and safety guidelines:

• All guests at Target Field are encouraged, but NOT required, to wear face coverings while in the ballpark (indoor and outdoor locations).
• There are no physical distancing requirements at Target Field.
• Outside food (except sunflower seeds, which remain prohibited) is allowed into Target Field.
• Single-compartment bags (maximum size of 16”x16”x8”) are allowed into Target Field. These include purses, clutch purses, single-compartment tote bags, clear bags, drawstring bags, single-compartment soft-sided coolers, fanny packs and medically-necessary items. Backpacks, multi-compartment laptop bags, duffel bags or any bags over the size requirement are NOT allowed into the ballpark. To expedite entry into Target Field, the Twins recommend guests come without bags whenever possible.

The Twins’ extensive cleaning, disinfecting and sanitization measures will continue throughout the season, as will the ability to pre-reserve preferred, discounted game day parking in Ramps A & B and the Hawthorne Ramp.

Promotions, Fireworks and Theme Nights Return

Promotions return at Target Field with a gate giveaway at each game in June, beginning this homestand. Additionally, the Twins have five Theme Nights scheduled over the six games this week, while Friday night features – for the first time since 2019 – postgame fireworks presented by Securian Financial since 2019. A full list of promotions, theme nights and special events is in the game-by-game breakdown that follows.

On-Field Festivities Resume

For the first time since 2019, the Twins will host select pre- and postgame activities on the field. These include ceremonial first pitches, National Anthem performances and other pregame ceremonies. Following the homestand finale on Sunday, June 13, kids will be able to once again run the bases as part of Kids Day presented by Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare.

In-Ballpark Vaccination Events Friday-Sunday

The Twins, in partnership with CUB Pharmacy, will again host in-ballpark vaccination opportunities for fans attending this weekend’s series vs. Houston (June 11-13), beginning when the gates open and lasting through the seventh inning. All fans 18-and-over who choose to receive the one-dose, Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine at Target Field will receive a voucher good for one complimentary ticket to a future Twins regular season home game in 2021.

A game-by-game overview of the Twins’ upcoming homestand, including a breakdown of promotions, theme nights and on-field festivities follows:

TWINS VS. NEW YORK YANKEES: TONIGHT – THURSDAY, JUNE 10 (3 GAMES)

Tonight (Tuesday, June 8) vs. New York Yankees, presented by Pepsi (7:10 p.m.)

• Giveaway – Corduroy Twins Bomber Cap: The first 5,000 fans in attendance will receive a Corduroy Twins Bomber Cap, presented by Pepsi.
• SKOL Night: Join the Twins in standing as #OneMN with the Minnesota Vikings! Fans who purchase a ticket for this theme night package will receive an exclusive, co-branded SKOL/Twins cap, while the night will also include an honorary first pitch by a Vikings player and more! A portion of each ticket purchased through this special ticket package will go to support the M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Masonic Children’s Hospital.
• Honoring Lou Gehrig and the Fight Against ALS: In recognition of Major League Baseball’s inaugural Lou Gehrig Day, which was held on June 2 while the Twins were in Baltimore, the club – in partnership with the ALS Association’s Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota Chapter – will share the stories of two members of the extended Twins family affected by ALS. Prior to the game, the Twins will recognize the inspiring Lynn Giovanelli of St. Louis Park, along with Twins Hall-of-Famer Kent Hrbek, who lost his father to ALS at the age of 53 in 1982.

Wednesday, June 9 vs. New York Yankees (7:10 p.m.)

• Giveaway – Reusable Twins Tote: The first 5,000 fans in attendance will receive a reusable Twins tote bag, presented by MLB Network.
• Dollar-A-Dog Day: Every Wednesday, hot dogs are just $1 at the Hennepin Grille and Taste of Twins Territory concession stands.

Thursday, June 10 vs. New York Yankees (7:10 p.m.)

• Giveaway – Twins Helmet Water Bottle: The first 5,000 fans in attendance will receive a Twins Helmet Water Bottle, presented by Pentair.
• U.S. Bank Meal Deal: Every Thursday, fans can purchase a U.S. Bank Home Run Porch View or Field Box High Ticket and receive a FREE hot dog and Pepsi.
• Loons Night: Come On You Loons! Join the Twins in standing as #OneMN with Minnesota United FC! Fans who purchase a ticket for this theme night package will receive an exclusive, co-branded MNUFC/Twins beanie, while the night will also include an honorary first pitch by a Minnesota United player and more!
• Bernie Williams “Breathless” Campaign: The National Anthem for the Minnesota-New York series finale will be performed by former Yankees outfielder, five-time American League All-Star and Latin Grammy nominee Bernie Williams, who is in town as part of his “Breathless” campaign to raise awareness for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) – the rare and serious lung disease that took his father’s life in 2001.

TWINS VS. HOUSTON ASTROS: FRIDAY, JUNE 11 – SUNDAY, JUNE 13 (3 GAMES)

Friday, June 11 vs. Houston Astros (7:10 p.m.)

• Giveaway – Josh Donaldson Umbrella Hat: The first 5,000 fans in attendance will receive a Josh Donaldson “Bringer of Rain” Umbrella Hat.
• Grateful Dead Tribute Night: Calling all Dead Heads! Fans who purchase a ticket for this theme night package will receive an exclusive, Grateful Dead-inspired Twins cap.
• “I Got It, I Got It!”: Pregame festivities include the return of the Perkins Pop Fly Challenge, in which lucky fans will have the opportunity to show off their skills on the field.
• Fireworks Friday presented by Securian Financial: The first in a summer-long series of Friday night fireworks, presented by Securian Financial, will continue the Grateful Dead Tribute Night with a 1970s-themed show.

Saturday, June 12 vs. Houston Astros (6:15 p.m.)

• Giveaway – Reusable Twins Tote: The first 5,000 fans in attendance will receive a reusable Twins tote bag, presented by MLB Network.
• Margaritaville Night: Change your latitude, and join your fellow Parrot Heads, beach lovers and baseball fans, by escaping to Margaritaville at Target Field! Fans who purchase a ticket for this theme night package will receive an exclusive Margaritaville-inspired Twins Hawaiian shirt.

Sunday, June 13 vs. Houston Astros (1:10 p.m.)

• Giveaway – Reusable Twins Tote: The first 5,000 fans in attendance will receive a reusable Twins tote bag, presented by MLB Network.
• Peanuts Day: Oh dear! Peanuts Day is back at Target Field! Fans who purchase a ticket for this theme day package will receive an exclusive, Twins-themed Charlie Brown bobblehead.
• Kids Day presented by Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare: Every Sunday, kids’ meals are half price – just $4 – thanks to Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare! Postgame – and for the first time since 2019 – kids 12-and-younger can run the bases.