What’s Happening This Week at Citizens Bank Park: Phillies vs. Athletics, May 5–7

The Phils are back at Citizens Bank Park, beginning the homestand with a three-game series against the Athletics, May 5–7. Here are some of the fan highlights this week:

  1. The series kicks off with the Class of 2026 Celebration at the 6:40 p.m. game on Tuesday, May 5, at 6:40 p.m.*Gate openings: 3B/LF – 4:40 p.m.; all other gates 5:10 p.m.*

    • Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) player Sydney Sherrill will throw a ceremonial first pitch. Before the game, Sherrill will also participate in a jersey swap with a Phillies player, and a meet-and-greet with local RBI and UYA players.
  2. On Wednesday, May 6, at the 6:40 p.m. game, it’s Nurses Night presented by Temple Health!
    Gate openings: 3B/LF – 4:40 p.m.; all other gates 5:10 p.m.

    • Learn about nursing career opportunities at the First Base Plaza with Temple Health nursing leaders and recruiters.
    • Before the game, Temple Health nurses will be recognized on field.
  3. Before the 6:40 p.m. series conclusion on Thursday, May 7, all fans will receive a Retro Phillies Cap presented by SEI.
    Gate openings: 3B/LF – 4:40 p.m.; all other gates 5:10 p.m.

    • Plus, 6 schools will perform on field before the game as part of the Irish Dance School Celebration.
    • Also pregame, 9-year-old Amelia Roon will be honored as the Phillies Ballgirls “Ball Kid of the Month.”
    • At the end of the 3rd inning, Marine Infantry Captain Javier Diaz will be honored on-field as that night’s Toyota Hometown Hero.
  4. For this series only, Ricci’s Hoagies is offering its “Old Fashion” Hoagie at Coca-Cola Corner in the Left Field Plaza.

    • This signature sandwich is served on a Liscio’s roll, with prosciutto, sopressata, roasted peppers, sharp provolone, lettuce, tomato, black pepper and oregano, paired with a Sprite.
  5. Check out everything new for the fan experience in 2026: New food, an upgraded New Era Phillies Team Store, enhanced social spaces such as the King Swings Playground and more!

    • Stop by the New Era Phillies Team Store to check out the featured items of the homestand, including exclusive Mother’s Day items and the Phanatic Pin of the Month featuring his mom, Phoebe.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:

TRAVEL ADVISORIES:

Please note the following travel advisories taking place this week. For more information, go to www.pa.gov/DOTprojects.

A single lane closure may be in place weeknights beginning at 9:00 p.m. on either northbound or southbound I-95 between Enterprise Avenue and Broad Street (Route 611).

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