Rays Return to Tropicana Field for a Two-Team, Six-Game Homestand Against the Giants and Blue Jays
The Tampa Bay Rays return home to Tropicana Field on Friday, May 1 for a two-team, six-game homestand against the San Francisco Giants (May 1-3) and the Toronto Blue Jays (May 4-6). The Rays 2026 season is presented by Orlando Health.
Friday, May 1 vs. San Francisco Giants
First Pitch: 7:10 p.m.
Gates Open: 5:40 p.m.
Color Guard: Presented by Hollins High School Army JROTC
National Anthem: Performed by Mental Health Therapist & Substance Abuse Disorder Counselor Simone Plotnikov with American Sign Language by Terri Pendleton
Honorary First Pitch: Thrown by Founders of the JR98 Foundation, Toni and Carlos Ramirez
Ticket Packages - Hello Kitty®️ - Sold Out: Fans who purchased the sold-out Hello Kitty®️ package will receive a ticket to the game and a Hello Kitty®️ bobblehead. For more information, visit RaysBaseball.com/HelloKitty.
Mental Health Awareness Day: The Tampa Bay Rays will kick off Mental Health Awareness Month on May 1 at Tropicana Field. Across the ballpark, the Rays will focus on education, access to resources, and community support through mental wellness. The Tampa Bay Rays and San Francisco Giants players, coaches, and on-field personnel will wear green ribbons on their jerseys during the three-game series at Tropicana Field to symbolize mental health awareness. Toni and Carlos Ramirez, along with their family, founded the JR98 Foundation following the death of their son, former Rays bullpen catcher Jean Ramirez, in 2023. The Foundation will be highlighted during Mental Health Awareness Day to honor Jean’s memory and raise awareness about the importance of mental health in sports and beyond.
Salute to Service: Military members, first responders, and teachers are eligible to receive a 20% discount on tickets to Friday’s game. For more information or to sign up to receive notification of these offers, visit RaysBaseball.com/Salute.
Saturday, May 2 vs. San Francisco Giants
First Pitch: 6:10 p.m.
Gates Open: 4:10 p.m.
Color Guard: Presented by Clearwater High School Marine Corps JROTC
National Anthem: Performed by Perkins Elementary School 5th Grade Teacher Madison Caffey with ASL by Nicole Washington
Honorary First Pitch: Thrown by University of South Florida Head Football Coach, *Brian Hartline *
Ceremonial First Pitch: Thrown by 2026 Pinellas County Teacher of the Year, Denise White
Ticket Packages - Mexican Heritage: Fans can show their pride with a Mexican Heritage ticket package that includes a seat to the game and a Jonathan Aranda Mexican Heritage jersey. For more information or to purchase, visit RaysBaseball.com/MEX.
Giveaway: Tropicana Field Light-Up Replica presented by Tropicana for the first 10,000 fans.
Salute to Service: Military members, first responders, and teachers are eligible to receive a 20% discount on tickets to Saturday’s game. For more information or to sign up to receive notification of these offers, visit RaysBaseball.com/Salute.
In-Game Presentation: The Tampa Bay Rays will present the Pinellas Education Foundation with a grant for $60,000. These funds will continue to provide scholarships and life-changing support for students to pursue higher education.
Postgame Concert: Country artist Chase Rice will perform following the game against the San Francisco Giants. Concerts are expected to begin approximately 30 minutes after the conclusion of the game. An official wristband is required for field access during the show. Field Access Wristbands must be purchased along with a valid game ticket. Instructions for picking up wristbands and accessing the field will be sent to buyers via email. For more information, visit RaysBaseball.com/Concerts.
Sunday, May 3 vs. San Francisco Giants
First Pitch: 1:40 p.m.
Gates Open: 11:40 a.m.
Color Guard: Presented by Venice Middle School Young Marines
National Anthem: Performed by Jennifer Gonzalez with ASL by Hailey Riggs
Honorary First Pitch: Thrown by WWE Superstar Jacob Fatu
Ticket Packages - Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage: Fans can purchase an AAPI Heritage ticket package that includes a seat to the game and an AAPI Heritage jersey. For more information, visit RaysBaseball.com/AAPI.
Salute to Service: Military members, first responders, and teachers are eligible to receive a 20% discount on tickets to Sunday’s game. For more information or to sign up to receive notification of these offers, visit RaysBaseball.com/Salute.
Pregame Parade: As part of Youth Baseball and Softball Day, all youth baseball and softball players in attendance may participate in a special pregame parade.
Family Fundays: Taking place pregame on Sunday home games, children 14 and under can enjoy kid-friendly entertainment, as well as the opportunity to meet Rays players and receive autographs along the first-base line near sections 120/122 from 12:15–12:35 p.m. Kids can also round the bases like the big leaguers after every Sunday home game with Kids Run the Bases, presented by RIPA. The DJ Kitty Dance Party will also return to the field this season. Families should line up at the Gate 2 helix for Kids Run the Bases, and at the left field doors for the DJ Kitty Dance Party.
Monday, May 4 vs. Toronto Blue Jays
First Pitch: 6:40 p.m.
Gates Open: 5:10 p.m.
Color Guard: Presented by *Armwood High School Army JROTC *
National Anthem: Performed by Cassandra Di Fruscio with ASL by Tess Crowder
Ticket Package - Star Wars™: Fans can purchase a Star Wars™ ticket package that includes a seat to the game and a Yandy Díaz Star Wars™ Bobblehead. For more information, visit RaysBaseball.com/StarWars.
Magic Mondays presented by Union Home Mortgage: Every Monday home game, the Tampa Bay Rays will recognize local baseball leagues for adults and youth with unique abilities as part of the Magic Mondays program presented by Union Home Mortgage. Players from Buddy Baseball will take the field during batting practice and create a pregame high-five tunnel as Rays players take the field before enjoying the game in a suite.
Tuesday, May 5 vs. Toronto Blue Jays
First Pitch: 6:40 p.m.
Gates Open: 5:10 p.m.
Color Guard: Presented by Anclote High School Army JROTC
National Anthem: Performed by Cassandra Di Fruscio with ASL by Michelle Pure
Honorary First Pitch: Thrown by Assistant General Manager of Daiquiri Deck Bradenton Beach Billy Anderson
Ceremonial First Pitch: Thrown by Tuesday’s Champion Jacob
Pregame Presentation: Folds of Honor, in partnership with Budweiser, supplies scholarships to spouses and children of fallen and disabled veterans along with first responders. During the pregame ceremonies, Budweiser will present a $20,000 scholarship to a local family and bridge the education gap for those impacted by service-related sacrifice. The recipient of the Folds of Honor scholarship award is Zachary, son of U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Christopher Nelson Stowe.
Tuesday’s Champion: Before every Tuesday home game, the Rays recognize a child or young adult from Make-A-Wish Southern Florida or the Children’s Dream Fund as part of the Tuesday’s Champion program presented by RIPA. The Rays will host 18-year-old Jacob from the Children's Dream Fund. As part of Jacob’s special day as Tuesday’s Champion, he will meet Rays players during batting practice and throw out the ceremonial first pitch. Jacob was diagnosed with osteosarcoma. He loves baseball, fishing, basketball, and playing video games. His dream is to get a French bulldog puppy. His favorite Rays player is Junior Caminero.
Wednesday, May 6 vs. Toronto Blue Jays
First Pitch: 1:10 p.m.
Gates Open: 11:40 a.m.
Color Guard: Presented by River Ridge High School JROTC
National Anthem: Performed by Katie Ducharme with ASL by Michelle Pure
Additional Homestand Notes:
2026 Season Memberships: Fans can secure their 2026 Rays Season Membership at Tropicana Field. Season Members receive discounts on concessions and merchandise, as well as a special bundle discount on Rays.TV, optimal seating locations, gift options, and a variety of additional exclusive benefits. Explore membership options by visiting RaysBaseball.com/SeasonMembership or speak with a Rays representative by calling 888-FAN-RAYS or emailing Tickets@RaysBaseball.com.
50/50 Charity Raffle: Support the Rays Up Foundation and win big from Tropicana Field or online while watching the game. With the Early Bird Special, fans receive 40 raffle tickets for $20; 400 tickets for $50; 998 tickets for $100; and 2,000 for $150 before first pitch. After first pitch, donation levels return to their standard amounts of 20 raffle tickets for $20, 200 for $50, 500 for $100 and 1,000 for $150). Fans can enter the 50/50 Charity Raffle online via Rays5050.com or with an ambassador at the ballpark.
Budweiser First Bud Program: Prior to select games, the Rays and Budweiser will recognize a selected fan as our “First Bud” who will help start the game with the crack of a can and cheers to the crowd.
Budweiser Responsibility Has Its Rewards Program: Fans can pledge to be a designated driver in the MLB Ballpark app by abstaining from alcohol. All fans who pledge on the Ballpark app will be entered to win a VIP experience at the end of the 2026 season.
Clear Bag Policy: The Rays will continue a clear bag policy at Tropicana Field for the 2026 season. Only completely transparent PVC, plastic, or vinyl clear bags less than 12" x 6" x 12" will be permitted. Bags may have handles or straps and should be a single compartment. Small, non-clear bags must not exceed 5" x 7" and must also be single compartment. Limit one bag per person. Any hard-sided bag, box, or case is prohibited from being brought into the ballpark. Exemptions include bags exclusively carrying necessary medical equipment, and diaper and infant bags in the presence of a baby or toddler, not exceeding 16" x 8" x 16".
Colony Grill Hot Oil Homers: If the Rays hit a home run during a home game, fans can buy any pizza and get one free pizza with a “hot oil” topping at participating Colony Grill locations. Fans can redeem the offer within seven days by showing their game tickets on the Ballpark app in-store.
Cownose Clubhouse: The Rays announced the newly renovated “Cownose Clubhouse,” home to the seven cownose rays from The Florida Aquarium who weathered Hurricane Milton in October 2024. Located just behind the right-center field wall on the second floor and accessible via the Gate 1 elevator or staircase, the Cownose Clubhouse offers the chance to touch the rays and learn more about them. Please note: the Cownose Clubhouse opens when gates open until the top of the ninth inning. The Cownose Clubhouse closes at the top of each hour for a 10-minute rest period to ensure the rays stay happy and healthy.
Culver’s Curds in the Third: If the Rays score a run in the third inning, fans score free Culver’s Wisconsin Cheese Curds. The offer is valid the day after the game at any Tampa Bay Culver’s location with an online purchase using the Delicious Rewards App.
Duke Energy Rays Win Program: For every Rays win, Duke Energy donates $1,000 to the Share the Light Fund, which brings customers and communities together to help individuals and families struggling to pay their energy bills.
Every Hit is a Win with Suncoast Credit Union: For every Rays hit, Suncoast Credit Union donates $79 to local nonprofits in honor of their 79 branches. To learn more about the program and vote on a deserving nonprofit organization to receive the funds, visit Suncoast.com/Rays.
Family Fundays: Before Sunday home games, children 14 and under can enjoy kid-friendly entertainment, as well as the opportunity to meet Rays players and receive autographs along the first-base line near sections 120/122 from 12:15–12:35 p.m. Kids can also round the bases like the big leaguers after every Sunday home game with Kids Run the Bases, presented by RIPA. The DJ Kitty Dance Party also returns to the postgame field this season. Families should line up at the Gate 2 ramp for Kids Run the Bases, and at the left field doors for the DJ Kitty Dance Party.
FlyUSA: FlyUSA joins the Rays as the presenting partner of Rays Batting Practice, aligning its brand with one of the club’s signature pregame experiences. Fans attending batting practice will notice a fresh look for the Rays on-field batting cage, featuring FlyUSA branding, and will receive a cobranded Rays and FlyUSA lanyard with their batting practice pass upon arrival.
Go-Ahead Entry: Go-Ahead Entry allows fans to enter the ballpark hands-free by walking through designated lanes, bypassing traditional ticket lines. Fans can register in the Ballpark app by taking a selfie to securely link their face with their tickets. The technology then uses cameras to identify fans and scan their tickets for entry. Fans must be 18 years of age or older to opt-in. For more information, visit RaysBaseball.com/GoAheadEntry.
Interactive Fan Areas: Gamify your batting practice at the Bat Around alcove at lower Gate 6. Head to lower Gate 2 to test your skills in the Speed Pitch alcove, and see how your throw stacks up. Both games are free for all fans and operational from the time that gates open through the middle of the 7th inning.
Kane's Furniture 10K Promotion: The fan-favorite Kane’s Furniture 10-Strikeout promotion returns for the 2026 season, featuring an exciting new prize through the Rays partnership with local entertainment staple, Busch Gardens. When Rays pitchers record 10 or more strikeouts at home, fans can visit KanesStrikeout.com to redeem a voucher for a complimentary Busch Gardens ticket upon visiting any participating Kane’s Furniture location, turning dominant performances on the mound into unforgettable off-field adventures.
Left Field Alcoves: The Left Field historical alcoves return to Tropicana Field for the 2026 season. Memorabilia, documents and photographs celebrate topics including Chasing Pennants, Tampa Bay Baseball History, Longo’s Legacy, and Rays Gaming. The displays are behind left field on the field level concourse.
Listen Live in the MLB Ballpark App: Fans can select the “Rays Radio” icon in the Ballpark app while at Tropicana Field to utilize ProWire, a service that offers radio broadcasts with no delay.
Mascot Meet & Greet: Raymond and DJ Kitty host a 30-minute meet and greet at the Rays Rookies alcove by Gate 1 immediately after gates open at every home game.
Mascot Seat Visits: Fans can order mascot seat visits up until the first pitch of each game at the “Request Raymond” page on the team’s website. Visit RaysBaseball.com/RequestRaymond.
Mascot Race: On game day, tap the "Mascot Race" tile on the Tampa Bay Rays Team Tab in the Ballpark app to guess which mascot will win the race, and get a shot at prizes. The mascot race is at the top of the fifth inning during all home games.
MLB Ballpark App: Purchase, manage, and scan your mobile tickets, buy prepaid parking passes, find venue information, play interactive games, and more from the Tampa Bay Rays Team Tab in the Ballpark app.
Mosaic Runs for Food: For every run scored by the Rays at home, Mosaic donates $500 to provide meals to local seniors in need throughout the Tampa Bay area in the fight against food insecurity.
Nursing Room: A private, comfortable space for feeding infants is available on the 100 level behind home plate.
Prepaid Parking: To expedite entry into parking lots, fans are encouraged to prepay for parking. See RaysBaseball.com/Parking for information. Parking lots for all Saturday and Sunday games open three hours prior to first pitch. Lots for weekday games open two and a half hours prior to first pitch.
Rays Hall of Fame Bar and Grill: The Rays Hall of Fame Bar and Grill, behind center field, features familiar brewpub favorites and new BBQ-style menu items, such as the Smokin' Rays BBQ Burger. The restaurant includes table seating and a full-service bar on the lower level, and an outdoor recreational patio with fan-favorite games and another bar upstairs. Fans can expect pregame specials and programmed events throughout the season at the Rays Hall of Fame Bar and Grill.
Rays Rookies: Kids can sign up for MVP, All-Star, and Rookie memberships at the Rays Rookies Kids Club alcove located near Gate 1, through the Ballpark app, or online at Raysbaseball.com/RaysRookies. MVP Rays Rookies receive a free Raymond Kids Meal at every home game, 50% off tickets at select games, a Raymond bobblehead, and more. The alcove is open through the end of the fifth inning at Monday through Saturday games, and through the end of the game on Sundays. MVP and All-Star membership items are available for pickup at the alcove only. The free Rookie membership items are shipped by mail; pickup is not available.
Rays Rush Tickets: Text RAYS to 42086 and never miss a deal with Rays Rush alerts. Be the first to know about exclusive offers and unbeatable value before every home series. Your inside access to the top deals at Tropicana Field starts here. Each account is limited to six Rays Rush tickets per game. Rays Rush tickets are non-transferable and cannot be resold. Barcodes are subject to delayed delivery and are available in the Ballpark app two hours prior to first pitch for each game. (Msg&Data rates may apply. STOP to cancel, HELP for info. 14msgs/wk. NPN.)
Rays.TV presented by Union Home Mortgage: Rays.TV is the new direct-to-consumer streaming platform, allowing in-market access to live Rays games with no local blackouts. Rays fans living within the Rays home television territory can purchase a Rays.TV subscription to stream Rays games. Game broadcasts on Rays.TV are also available through traditional cable, satellite, and internet TV providers. More information and a guide for finding ways to watch are available at RaysBaseball.com/Watch. Please note that a select number of Rays games may be chosen for exclusive broadcast on FOX, ESPN, or other national broadcast partners. In that case, those games would only be available on the selecting network and not on Rays.TV.
Rolling Rays: The Rays are proud to provide an as-needed wheelchair transport service. The Rolling Rays are available at all gates on a first-come, first-served basis and can take fans from the gate to their seats upon arrival, and from their seats back to the gate at the end of the game. Wheelchair transporters cannot leave the ballpark to pick up or deliver patrons outside of the building’s gates. Wheelchairs are not available for rent or to borrow for any portion of the game.
Rums of Puerto Rico: As the Official Rum of the Tampa Bay Rays, Rums of Puerto Rico deepens its presence at Tropicana Field as the presenting partner of the club’s signature cocktail, the “Ballpark Mojito.” Fans can enjoy an elevated gameday experience with six featured brands from the Rums of Puerto Rico lineup: Don Q, Bacardi, Ron del Barrilito, Capó, Capicú, and Ron Coquí. Rums of Puerto Rico are available at bars throughout the ballpark, bringing a taste of the Rum Capital of the World to every inning.
Sensory Room: Designed in partnership with the Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD), this calming space in Suite 45 offers a break for fans with sensory needs. Sensory bags are also available at Guest Services.
Stolen Bases presented by Orlando Health Foundation – West Region: For each base stolen by Rays players at home this season, the Rays donate $250 to the Orlando Health Foundation – West Region. During the first five years of this initiative, the Rays donated more than $100,000 to the Orlando Health Foundation, a nonprofit organization that raises crucial funds to sustain and enhance patient care services in our community.
TD SYNNEX: With the first Rays double play of each home game, TD SYNNEX donates $250 to area Boys & Girls Clubs, local nonprofit organizations that support and encourage youth to reach their full potential through mentorship, education, and various programs. TD SYNNEX is committed to supporting initiatives around the world that enhance the communities where it has a presence and focus on its pillars of children, wellness, and the digital divide.
Webull Fast Lane & Season Member Entrance: New for 2026, all Webull users with an open and funded Webull account can skip the lines at Rays home games by accessing the Webull Fast Lane at Gate 3. To use Fast Lane entry, sign up at Webull.com. Rays Season Members can also use the Gate 3 entrance by showing their Season Member card in the Rays Wallet.