The Washington Nationals return to Nationals Park for a six-game homestand against the Cincinnati Reds (August 7-9) followed by the Chicago Cubs (August 11-13). Tickets for Nationals home games can be purchased at Nationals.com/Tickets or at the box office.
The six-game homestand features several giveaways, activities and special ticket events – Country Night, Radford University Night, Hello Kitty Night, Scout Day and George Washington University Night; a Hawaiian shirt and shorts set giveaway; and the third show of the Postgame Summer Concert Series presented by Harris Teeter and Coca-Cola featuring multi-platinum country star Jordan Davis, and more.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 7 vs. CINCINNATI REDS (6:45 P.M.)
- Country Night
- Break out the cowboy boots and hats for Nationals Country Night.
- Fans who purchase a special ticket will receive a Nationals Country Night cowboy hat.
- To purchase a special ticket, visit Nationals.com/Specials.
- On Country Night, all fans can enjoy:
- Line dancing and a live country band performing on Budweiser Terrace until 6:30 p.m.
- A petting farm with Mini Highland cows, Kunekune pigs, Dwarf rabbits, baby goats and chickens; mechanical bull; mini barn photo station; and live music from a DJ at Home Plate Tailgate.
- Live country music in Center Field Plaza near Section 102, weather permitting.
- Postgame Summer Concert Series presented by Harris Teeter and Coca-Cola: Jordan Davis
What better way to celebrate Country Night than with a performance from multi-platinum, award-winning country artist Jordan Davis in the third show of the Postgame Summer Concert Series presented by Harris Teeter and Coca-Cola.
Whether it’s a Slow Dance in a Parking Lot or showing off your moves in the stands, postgame concerts are free to attend with the purchase of a game ticket. Davis will take the stage approximately 30 minutes after the conclusion of the game.
- Next Thing You Know, fans can upgrade their viewing experience by purchasing an on-field pass. For more information, visit Nationals.com/SummerConcerts.
Country Night Charitable Sweepstakes
- Nationals fans can "double down" for a good cause on Country Night and enter to win a suite for Jason Aldean & Luke Bryan: Double Down Tour at Nationals Park on Aug. 20.
- To enter, visit Nationals.com/countrysweeps. Net proceeds benefit the year-round community impact work of Washington Nationals Philanthropies.
- Nike RBI Softball Team Pregame Recognition
- Before the game, the Nationals will host the Nike RBI Softball Team, who recently won in the regional tournament, for a special pregame recognition and send-off to the RBI World Series at the Jackie Robinson Training Complex in Vero Beach, Fla.
- Wish of a Lifetime from AARP Experience
- The Nationals and Wish of a Lifetime from AARP will host 78-year-old Kenneth “Ken” Kroiss of Combined Locks, Wis., at Nationals Park for a special experience.
- Kroiss, U.S. Army veteran who is now living with cancer linked to Agent Orange exposure during his military service, will be achieving one of his lifelong goals of visiting every Major League ballpark, culminating with his visit to Nationals Park.
- Kroiss’ visit will include special meet-and-greets with Nationals players and coaches, a pregame recognition on the field and a special chance to deliver the game’s lineup card to umpires at home plate.
- Since its founding in 2008, Wish of a Lifetime from AARP has helped more than 3,000 older Americans achieve their dreams. Wish of a Lifetime from AARP works with adults 65 and older who need some optimism to bring their personalized wish experiences to life. Through wishes, they’re able to connect with their past and tap into the joy that comes with doing something they never thought possible.
- Radford University Night
- Highlanders students, staff, faculty, alumni and families are welcome to Nationals Park for Radford University Night.
- Fans who purchase a special ticket will receive a co-branded Nationals and Radford retro T-shirt.
- For more information and to purchase a special ticket, visit com/Specials.
- WTTG FOX 5 and Gray Media Over-the Air Simulcast
Through partnerships with WTTG FOX 5 and Gray Media, Friday’s game will be the eighth of 10 regular-season games that will be simulcast live, providing fans in Washington, D.C. and additional outer markets with a free, over-the-air viewing option.
WTTG FOX 5’s Chad Ricardo will host a pregame show leading into the Nationals.TV game broadcast called by play-by-play announcer Dan Kolko, analyst Kevin Frandsen, and host and reporter Alexa Datt.
*SATURDAY, AUGIUST 8 vs. CINCINNATI REDS (6:45 P.M.)**
Hawaiian Shirt and Shorts Set Giveaway
- 20,000 fans in attendance will receive a Nationals Hawaiian shirt and shorts set.
- Kam & 46, located at Section 106 and featuring Filipino and Hawaiian cuisine, will get in on the Hawaiian fun with $1 off ahi nachos and Kahlua pork fries.
- Hello Kitty Night
- Fans who purchase a special ticket will receive a Nationals City Connect Hello Kitty jersey.
- To purchase a special ticket, visit Nationals.com/Specials.
- Hello Kitty-themed photo-ops will be available for fans on the concourse near the Team Store Windows.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 9 vs. CINCINNATI REDS (12:15 P.M.)
- Scout Day
- Join fellow scouts at Nationals Park for Scout Day.
- Fans who purchase a special ticket will receive a limited-edition Nationals scout patch and can participate in a pregame parade on the warning track around the field.
- For more information and to purchase a special ticket, visit Nationals.com/Specials.
- Signature Sunday
- Nationals players, coaches or broadcasters will be available for autographs down the first base line near the home dugout and will participate in a Q&A session prior to the game.
- Vouchers are distributed on a first come, first served basis at Section 103, beginning when gates open, weather permitting.
- Kids Run the Bases presented by GEICO
Kids aged 4-12 are invited to run the bases after the game, weather permitting.
Kids Run the Bases begins approximately 20 minutes after the conclusion of Sunday’s game. Families can line up at the GEICO Presidents Photo Station behind Section 131.
For more information, visit Nationals.com/Kids.
*TUESDAY, AUGUST 11 vs. CHICAGO CUBS (6:45 P.M.)**
George Washington University Night
- Revolutionaries students, staff, faculty, alumni and families are welcome to Nationals Park for George Washington University Night.
- Fans who purchase a special ticket will receive a co-branded Nationals and GW retro T-shirt.
- Nationals players, coaches or broadcasters will be available for autographs down the first base line near the home dugout and will participate in a Q&A session prior to the game.
- For more information and to purchase a special ticket, visit Nationals.com/Specials.
- $5 Tuesdays
Every Tuesday home game, Nationals Park offers $5 concession items at select concession stands. The discount will be automatically applied at checkout.
Food and beverage options include: 12-ounce Bud Light beer, 22-ounce fountain sodas, hot dogs, nachos, pretzels and peanuts.
For more information, visit Nationals.com/Tuesdays.
*WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12 vs. CHICAGO CUBS (6:45 P.M.)**
Freedom250 Grand Prix First Pitch and Show Car
- Marcus Ericsson, the 2022 Indianapolis 500 winner and current Andretti Global driver, will throw out the ceremonial first pitch ahead of the Freedom250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C., on Aug. 22-23.
- An IndyCar show car will be on display in Center Field Plaza for photo-ops from the time gates open and through the end of the game.
Branch Appreciation Day presented by RTX: U.S. Coast Guard Day
- The Nationals will host their fifth Branch Appreciation Day presented by RTX with S. Coast Guard Day, honoring service members with a special pregame ceremony and Salute to Service.
- The Nationals will provide two complimentary tickets to the game to all former or current active duty, dependent, veteran, retiree, reservist, National Guard and Department of Defense members, while supplies last. To claim tickets, attendees must provide their valid Military ID or proof of service at the First Base Box Office on August 12 beginning at 5:30 p.m.
- For more information, visit Nationals.com/Military.
WTTG FOX 5 and Gray Media Over-the Air Simulcast
Through partnerships with WTTG FOX 5 and Gray Media, Wednesday’s game will be the ninth of 10 regular-season games that will be simulcast live, providing fans in Washington, D.C. and additional outer markets with a free, over-the-air viewing option.
WTTG FOX 5’s Chad Ricardo will host a pregame show leading into the Nationals.TV game broadcast called by play-by-play announcer Dan Kolko, analyst Kevin Frandsen, and host and reporter Alexa Datt.
*KIDS EAT FREE PRESENTED BY MARS**
Children 12 and younger can each receive one free meal when attending a Nationals home game throughout the summer.
- A free kid’s meal includes one hot dog, a bag of chips, and a bottle of water. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are also available.
To redeem a free kid’s meal, adults must scan their tickets with their child present at one of the designated concession locations before the seventh inning.
Designated locations include:
- Kids Eat Free kiosks by Sections 111 and 143
- The Nats Snack Stand at Section 229 (Vegetarian option available)
- The Kids Eat Free Stand at Section 320 (Vegetarian option available)
- Arepa Zone at Section 148 (Gluten-free option available)
For more information, visit Nationals.com/KidsEatFree.
*THE GREAT PRESIDENTS CHASE**
At every Saturday and Sunday home game, kids aged 12 and younger can participate in The Great Presidents Chase presented by Jr. Nats.
Kids can search for all four Racing President signs around the main concourses and record the letter displayed (N, A, T and S), match them to the corresponding President and note the letter’s location.
A scorecard can be picked up at the Hospitality Hub, located near Center Field Plaza across from the Main Team Store. Completed scorecards can be turned in for a special prize.
For more information, visit Nationals.com/Kids.
*NATIONALS UNIFORMS**
The Nationals will rock several jerseys during the homestand:
- Friday: Navy jerseys
- Saturday: City Connect jerseys
- Sunday: Red jerseys
- Tuesday-Wednesday: White jerseys
- Thursday: Navy jerseys
To view the uniform schedule, visit Nationals.com/Uniform.
*NATIONALS.TV**
Local Nationals games will be produced and distributed by MLB through Nationals.TV, which is accessible through cable and satellite television, and a streaming platform.
Fans in the home television market can watch through their cable providers on the following channels in the Washington, D.C. area:
- Comcast/Xfinity: 1261
- Charter/Spectrum: 330* or 425^
- DIRECTV: 641
- Fubo
- Verizon Fios: 579
- Cox: 159
^ - Channel location for Spectrum app on devices*
* - Channel location for traditional set-top-box users*
Fans can also purchase Nationals.TV for the discounted seasonal price of $99.99 or for $19.99 a month.
For more information regarding Nationals. TV, visit Nationals.com/Watch.
*BIRTHDAY BEER**
Guests aged 21 and older who are celebrating their birthday at the ballpark can redeem a drink token for one complimentary 25-ounce Bud, Bud Light or Michelob Ultra.
The token is available for pick up at the Main Guest Services in Center Field Plaza and can be saved for another game.
Tokens are only redeemable at the Budweiser Terrace bar.
*NATIONALS PHILANTHROPIES 5050 RAFFLE**
The popular 5050 Raffle returns for all home games this season, offering fans the chance to win big cash prizes while supporting the community impact work of Nationals Philanthropies. The raffle winner will be drawn after the game.
Cash, credit, and debit cards can be used to purchase tickets at the ballpark from raffle kiosks and roving sellers.
Fans can also purchase raffle tickets from their computers or mobile devices anywhere within Washington, D.C.
For the latest information on the 5050 Raffle, visit nats4good.org/5050.
*GO-AHEAD ENTRY**
The Washington Nationals expanded MLB Go-Ahead Entry at Nationals Park, a free service for fans accessible through the MLB Ballpark App.
Using facial authentication technology, individuals who opt-in can experience a streamlined ticket-scanning experience, providing the fastest and earliest entry into the ballpark.
Go-Ahead Entry is available at four gates – two at Center Field Gates, one at Right Field Gate and one at First Base Gate.
More information on Nationals Park entry policy and procedures can be found at Nationals.com/Ballpark.
*NATIONALS WALLET**
Nationals Wallet is a centralized payment system integrated into the MLB Ballpark app that allows fans to quickly and easily pay for tickets, concessions and merchandise at the ballpark. Fans only need to store their credit card information once, and they can use Nationals Wallet for all in-venue purchases without having to re-enter payment details, while also being able to access any stored value/eCASH, discounts or Club-provided benefits.
*DELAY-FREE RADIO GAME BROADCAST**
Fans can listen to the live, delay-free Nationals radio game broadcast for free on their personal devices using the MLB Ballpark app while at Nationals Park, as part of a partnership between the Nationals and ProWire.
In a few simple steps, fans can hear real-time commentary from Nationals radio broadcasters Charlie Slowes and Dave Jageler, providing a fully immersive gameday experience.
For more information, visit Nationals.com/ListenLive.
*HAPPY HOUR**
From gates open until the scheduled first pitch, fans can purchase:
- 12-ounce cans of Budweiser, Bud Light and Michelob ULTRA, and Michelob ULTRA Non-Alcoholic beers for $5.
- 12-ounce cans of Nutrl and Skimmers for $6.
Fans can simply order and receive this great deal at The Change-Up bar, Budweiser Terrace and ULTRA Loft.
Affordable beverage options continue throughout the game with 16-ounce Budweiser or Bud Light for $8.99, or a 16-ounce Goose Island or Nutrl for $12 at Grab-and-Go Marketplaces and select Grand Slam Grills.
Visit Nationals.com/HappyHour for more information.
*GETTING TO THE BALLPARK**
Parking options for Nationals fans are available online at Nationals.com/Parking. Fans are encouraged to purchase parking in advance to ensure a space in their desired location.
Fans using Metro to travel to or from Nationals Park are encouraged to review the Metro schedule at wmata.com/Schedules.
Fans should also consider alternate forms of travel to and from the ballpark, including biking to the ballpark or the baseball boat from Alexandria. Visit Nationals.com/WayToGo for information on parking and transportation options to Nationals Park.
To receive up-to-date WMATA service notifications on a mobile device, fans are encouraged to register for Alert DC at http://hsema.dc.gov/page/alertdc.
For game tickets and more information, call 202.675.NATS(6287) or visit*** Nationals.com/Tickets*.***