The Washington Nationals return to Nationals Park for a six-game homestand against the San Diego Padres (May 29-31) followed by the Miami Marlins (June 1-3). Tickets for Nationals home games can be purchased at Nationals.com/Tickets or at the box office.
The six-game homestand includes the return of the Postgame Summer Concert Series presented by Harris Teeter and Coca-Cola featuring Taio Cruz, two giveaways – a CJ Abrams baseball card bobblehead and a kids Racing Presidents hat presented by Harris Teeter; and three Special Ticket Events - William & Mary Day, Youth Baseball and Softball Day presented by Inova, and Caribbean Heritage Day.
FRIDAY, MAY 29 vs. SAN DIEGO PADRES (6:45 P.M.)
- Postgame Summer Concert Series presented by Harris Teeter and Coca-Cola: Taio Cruz
- Taio Cruz will bring his Dynamite show to Nationals Park for first show of the returning Postgame Summer Concert Series.
- We won’t Break Your Heart: Postgame concerts are free to attend with the purchase of a game ticket. Cruz will take the stage approximately 30 minutes after the conclusion of the game.
- No need to sit Higher fans can get closer to the action by purchasing on-field passes. For more information and to purchase an on-field pass, visit Nationals.com/SummerConcerts.
- Kids Eat Free Program Returns
- Beginning with Friday’s game and available throughout the summer, children 12 and younger can each receive one free meal when attending a Nationals home game.
- 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 ticket 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)
- Beginning with Friday’s game and available throughout the summer, children 12 and younger can each receive one free meal when attending a Nationals home game.
- William & Mary Day
- Griffins students, alumni, staff, faculty and family are welcome to Nationals Park for William & Mary Day. Fans who purchase a special ticket will receive a co-branded Nationals and William & Mary retro T-shirt.
- For more information and to purchase a special ticket, visit Nationals.com/Specials.
- William & Mary President Katherine Rowe will throw out the ceremonial first pitch.
- Griffins students, alumni, staff, faculty and family are welcome to Nationals Park for William & Mary Day. Fans who purchase a special ticket will receive a co-branded Nationals and William & Mary retro T-shirt.
- WTTG FOX 5 and Gray Media Over-the Air Simulcast
- Through partnerships with WTTG FOX 5 and Gray Media, Friday’s game against the San Diego Padres will be the fourth 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, MAY 30 vs. SAN DIEGO PADRES (4:05 P.M.)
- CJ Abrams Baseball Card Bobblehead Giveaway
- 20,000 fans will receive a CJ Abrams baseball card bobblehead.
- Nationals Youth Baseball Academy Day
- The Nationals Youth Baseball Academy uses baseball and softball as a vehicle to foster positive character development, academic achievement and improved health among youth living in D.C.’s underserved neighborhoods.
- The Nationals Academy’s eighth-grade Scholar Athlete graduates and program volunteers will be recognized in a special pregame ceremony, and will throw out the ceremonial first pitch, deliver the lineup, make the call to “Play Ball!” and create a tunnel for the Nationals starting lineup as they take the field.
- For more information about the Nationals Youth Baseball Academy, visit natsacademy.org.
- The Great Presidents Chase
- 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 Centerfield Plaza across from the Main Team Store. Completed scorecards can be turned in for a special prize.
- For more information, visit Nationals.com/Kids.
SUNDAY, MAY 31 vs. SAN DIEGO PADRES (1:35 P.M.)
- Kids Racing Presidents Hat Giveaway presented by Harris Teeter
- Kids aged 12 and under will receive a kids Racing Presidents hat presented by Harris Teeter.
- There will be Family Funday concourse activations, including balloon twisters, face painting and live music.
- Youth Baseball and Softball Day presented by Inova
- Youth baseball and softball players are invited to Nationals Park for Youth Baseball and Softball Day. Fans who purchase a special ticket can participate in a pregame parade around the warning track.
- For more information and to purchase a special ticket, visit Nationals.com/Specials.
- Story Time at Nationals Park
- Read “Curious George at the Baseball Game” with a Nationals player during Story Time at Nationals Park.
- Individuals attending Story Time can enter the ballpark early through the Left Field Gate at 12 p.m. The event is free to attend for anyone with a ticket to that day’s game.
- Read “Curious George at the Baseball Game” with a Nationals player during Story Time at Nationals Park.
- Signature Sunday
- Signature Sundays have returned for the season, providing families with an opportunity to get autographs from players, coaches or broadcasters.
- Vouchers are distributed on a first come, first served basis at Section 103, beginning when gates open.
- Signature Sundays have returned for the season, providing families with an opportunity to get autographs from players, coaches or broadcasters.
- The Great Presidents Chase
- 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 Centerfield Plaza across from the Main Team Store. Completed scorecards can be turned in for a special prize.
- For more information, visit Nationals.com/Kids.
- 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.
MONDAY, JUNE 1 vs. MIAMI MARLINS (6:45 P.M.)
- Caribbean Heritage Day
- Join the Nationals and SoFete in celebrating Caribbean culture with the Nationals’ first-ever Caribbean Heritage Day. Fans who purchase a special ticket will receive a special Nationals Caribbean Heritage Day hat.
- Fans can enjoy live music with steel drums by Section 102 beginning when gates open at 5:30 p.m.
- For more information and to purchase a special ticket, visit Nationals.com/Specials.
TUESDAY, JUNE 2 vs. MIAMI MARLINS (6:45 P.M.)
- Lou Gehrig Day
- The Nationals join MLB in its annual remembrance of Lou Gehrig, the legacy of the New York Yankees first baseman who passed away from ALS, and all those lost to the disease that bears his name.
- Nationals Philanthropies will host local ALS patients, advocates and caregivers, who will be recognized in a special pregame ceremony.
- Proceeds from the 5050 Raffle will benefit I AM ALS and the ALS Association.
- Nationals players, managers and coaches will wear commemorative Lou Gehrig Day patches on their uniforms, along with “4-ALS” wristbands.
- $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.
NATIONALS UNIFORMS
- The Nationals will rock four different uniforms during the upcoming homestand:
- Friday: Navy jerseys
- Saturday: City Connect jerseys
- Sunday: Red jerseys
- Monday: White jerseys
- Tuesday: White jerseys with a commemorative Lou Gehrig Day patch
- Wednesday: White 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
- Fans in the home television market can watch through their cable providers on the following channels in the Washington, D.C. area:
^ - 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 opted-in can experience a streamlined ticket-scanning experience.
- 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/WayToGofor 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.