This Weekend at Citizens Bank Park (April 11-13)
First Weekend Series of the Season!
Traffic: Motorists are reminded they can log on to www.511pa.com, www.511nj.org or call 511 from any phone before or after the game to check traffic conditions on major highways surrounding the Sports Complex.
Phandom: Fans are encouraged to check-in using the At the Ballpark, Citizens Bank Park's official mobile app! Fans can also follow the action before and during the game via @Phillies on Twitter, also featuring in-game "tweet your ticket" and other special opportunities. Plus, check out MLB.com's At Bat App for lots more.
Extra! Extra! Issue 1 of the 2014 Phillies Magazine featuring new Phillies manager Ryne Sandberg, available at the Majestic Clubhouse Store or ballpark NewsStands.
Check it out: What's New at Citizens Bank Park this season!
MIAMI MARLINS (April 11-13)
FRIDAY: 7:05 p.m. … Gate openings: Ashburn Alley - 5:05 p.m.; Other gates - 5:35 p.m. … Broadcast: TCN, Talk Radio 1210 WPHT, SportsRadio 94WIP and in Spanish on SAP and 1680 WTTM.
- Asian Pacific Celebration. Celebrate the 11th annual Asian Pacific Celebration at Citizens Bank Park featuring ethnic foods, music and dancing representing the rich cultural traditions from many Asian and Pacific countries!
- Gate performances by Philadelphia Suns, FISDU, Platinum Dream Events and the Bhutanese American Organization-Philadelphia Dance Club.
- On-Field:
- Filipino Intercultural Society of Drexel University
- Hoh Daiko Drummers perform traditional Japanese-style drummin
- Philadelphia Suns perform traditional Chinese lion dancing.
- 5th Inning: The MeiMei Dancers will perform with the Phanatic!
- 7th Inning: Platinum Dream Events performers will dance on the dugout.
- #PhilliesSocial Night. The first of six dates scheduled for 2014 for the Phillies' social media followers.
- Franklin Towne Charter School Night.
- National Anthem: Philadelphia Master Chorale.
- First Ball: Stephen Klasko, MD, representing Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.
- Special Welcome: City Year.
- Charitable Ticket Program: JRoll's Aces (John Barry Elementary School).
- Tickets: Fans can purchase tickets at phillies.com, by calling 215-463-1000 or in person at the First Base Gate Ticket Windows.
SATURDAY: 7:05 p.m. … Gate openings: Ashburn Alley - 5:05 p.m.; Other gates - 5:35 p.m. … Broadcast: NBC10, Talk Radio 1210 WPHT, SportsRadio 94WIP and in Spanish on SAP.
- Ballpark Workers Reunion Night. Workers from various companies and unions will celebrate 10 years at Citizens Bank Park.
- First Balls: John Stranix, Project Manager; Jack Donnelly, CEO L.F. Driscoll Co.; Joe Spear Populous; Pradeep Patel, Ewing Cole.
- Citizens Bank Park Saturdays: Phillies Alumni, Rheal Cormier, will throw out the first ball. Cormier recorded the first win at Citizens Bank Park on April 15, 2004.
- Ballgirls Reunion. Ballgirls from each of the last ten years will be returning and signing autographs for fans inside the Left Field Gate.
- PA Promise for Children Night.
- Plymouth Elementary School Night. First Ball: Rosemarie Gregitis, Principal. National Anthem: Plymouth Elementary School Third Grade Chorus.
- Phillies Charities, Inc. Silent Auction: First Base Plaza, 5:05-8:05 p.m., featuring one-of-a-kind, game-used and signed memorabilia.
- Dual Events at Complex. NCAA Frozen Four Championship, 7:30 p.m. at the Wells Fargo Center.
- Tickets: Fans can purchase tickets at phillies.com, by calling 215-463-1000 or in person at the First Base Gate Ticket Windows.
SUNDAY: 1:35 p.m. … Gate openings: All Gates - 11:35 a.m. … Broadcast: TCN, Talk Radio 1210 WPHT, SportsRadio 94WIP and in Spanish on SAP.
- Turkey Hill Kids Opening Day. All kids 14 and under will receive a Turkey Hill commemorative baseball and collectible tin featuring memorable moments at Citizens Bank Park. Highlights include:
- Youngsters will work with the grounds crew, announce the lineups and first batter.
- Starting Nine: Nine young fans will be chosen at random at the gates to accompany players onto the field for the national anthem - the first of the season!
- First Ball: Representative of Turkey Hill.
- Headshots of Phillies Players drawn by young fans in the Phillies Phundamentals educational program will be shown on PhanaVision during their at bat.
- 5th inning: The Phanatic will dance with local youngsters from BC Discoveries Dance & Theater Arts Dance Team of Newtown, PA.
- 7th Inning: Youngsters chosen at the gates will dance on the dugout with the Phanatic!
- Celebrate Sundays at Citizens Bank Park Begins! Highlights include:
- Pregame: $10 Family Pack available exclusively at all South Philadelphia Market stands from the time that gates open until first pitch. Choose from a combination of three items (regular popcorn, soft pretzel, hot dog or regular soda) all for just $10. Also, be sure to stop by the Left Field Gate to check out local juggler/performer, Doug Stafford, as part of our kid-friendly theme!
- In-Game: Complimentary face painting on the concourse, $5 Ice Cream Sundaes and Root Beer Floats at Harry the K's starting in the 4th inning.
- xpedx 2014 Magnet Schedule: All fans will receive a magnet featuring the 2014 Phillies game, TV and promotional schedules.
- Wilson Defensive Player of the Year Award will be presented to Carlos Ruiz.
- National Anthem: St. Kevin's Elementary School Choir.
- St. Kevin's Elementary School Day.
- God Bless America: performed by local young phenom, Brenna Richard of York, PA.
- Special Welcome: Therese's Team and Philadelphia Fire Department 2nd Alarmers.
- Dual Events at Complex. The Flyers will take on the Carolina Hurricanes, 3:00 p.m. at the Wells Fargo Center.
- Tickets: Fans can purchase tickets at phillies.com, by calling 215-463-1000 or in person at the First Base Gate Ticket Windows.