HOUSTON, TX -- Fans will have their first chance to purchase exclusive Astros gold merchandise at the Astros Gold Rush retail event, which will take place at the Union Station Team Store in Minute Maid Park, beginning at midnight on Wednesday, March 22. The special gold items are part of the Gold Program from New Era and Nike, commemorating the 2022 Astros World Series Championship. The Astros will wear the Gold Program jerseys on Opening Day, Thursday, March 30 and on Ring Day on Friday, March 31.

The Astros Union Station Team Store will host several special activities throughout the Gold Rush event, with multiple photo opportunities, including one with the 2017 and 2022 World Series Trophies. A DJ, Astros mascot Orbit and the Astros Coca-Cola Shooting Stars will also be a part of the festivities. Aramark will serve breakfast for patrons from 5 a.m. to 8:00 a.m., or while supplies last.

The Jostens 2022 Astros Championship Limited Edition Fan Ring, will be available for purchase from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. during the Gold Rush event. It will be unveiled on March 31 when the players receive their rings, so this opportunity is to purchase sight unseen.

Astros Vice President of Merchandising and Retail Tom Jennings will be available for media interviews from 5 a.m. to 7 a.m. on Wednesday morning at the Union Station Team Store.

For more information on the Astros Gold Rush retail event, please visit www.astros.com/gold.