The Phillies are closing out the homestand with a three-game series against the St. Louis Cardinals, featuring MLB Players’ Weekend and more. Here’s a look at the highlights:
- The series begins at 6:40 p.m. on Friday, August 21. All fans will receive a Wawa Kyle Schwarber Bobble Figurine. Plus, it’s Save a Pet at the Park hosted by Phillies Charities, Inc. (Gate openings: 3B/LF: 4:40 p.m.; all other gates 5:10 p.m.)
- Help pets in need at the First Base Plaza! In addition to adoptable dogs, puppies, cats and kittens on site, fans can purchase a signed mystery baseball, autographed by a Phillies player ($60 each) or former player ($20 each) — all to benefit the Pennsylvania SPCA.
- Fans are also encouraged to donate needed pet supplies, with wish list items including new or gently-used blankets, bath towels, canned pet food (no dry food, please), treats and toys for dogs and cats. Donation boxes will be located at the First Base, Third Base and Left Field Gates, as well as the Home Plate Suite & Club Entrance.
- Also to benefit the Pennsylvania SPCA cause, fans can bid on team-issued and game-used autographed memorabilia during the Phillies Charities Online Auction, which is live now until August 31 at 6:00 p.m. at phillies.com/auctions. Items will be on display at the First Base Gate during Friday’s game. Highlights include items signed by Wall of Famer Chase Utley, as well as Phillies’ Jhoan Duran, Bryce Harper, Aaron Nola, J.T. Realmuto, Cristopher Sánchez, Kyle Schwarber, Edmundo Sosa, Bryson Stott, Garrett Stubbs, Trea Turner and Zack Wheeler.
- Before the game, the Phillies will host a Strike Out the Stigma session presented by Park Avenue Worldwide, with the topic of Empowering Youth Athletes. Special guests will include Basketball Hall of Famer and longtime Villanova men’s basketball coach Jay Wright and BIG EAST Player of the Year and All-American Villanova basketball player Randy Foye.
- Prior to first pitch, Miller Lite 12 oz. cans will be available at Miller Lite Liberty Landing for $6.99. The first 250 fans to purchase through this deal will receive a Phillies- and Miller Lite-branded beverage wrap.
- Fans can visit the Wawa Smoothie Truck on Citizens Bank Way to sample the limited-edition Phanatic Cream Smoothie and Phillies donut. Plus, Wawa mascot Wally the Goose will throw a ceremonial first pitch.
- A Cadillac vehicle will be on display at the Third Base Plaza through the weekend. Plus, sample GHOST Energy drinks before the game inside the Left Field Plaza, and postgame while exiting the Left Field Gate.
- The Phillies take on the Cardinals at 6:05 p.m. on Saturday, August 22. In honor of Organ Donor Awareness Night, heart and liver transplant recipient Joe Eitl will throw a ceremonial first pitch, accompanied by Philadelphia Eagles legend Brandon Graham, on behalf of the Gift of Life Donor Program. (Gate openings: 3B/LF: 3:35 p.m.; all other gates 4:35 p.m.)
- Enjoy the pregame Budweiser Block Party with DJ HBK at the Budweiser Batter’s Eye Bar behind Section 148.
- Christi Rabenda, a teacher with Plymouth Elementary School in Plymouth Meeting, Pa., will be honored on field before the game as part of the IBX Honor Roll program, which recognizes teachers hitting it out of the park in and out of the classroom.
- The series concludes on Sunday, August 23, at 1:35 p.m. Children 14 and under will receive a PECO Bryce Harper Football Jersey. (Gate openings: 3B/LF 11:05 a.m.; all other gates 12:05 p.m.)
- Megan Keller, star of the U.S. women’s national ice hockey team and Olympic gold medalist, will throw a ceremonial first pitch before the game.
- Enjoy complimentary face painting at The Yard and King Swings Playground until the 3rd
- At the end of the 3rd inning, Vietnam War veteran and Silver Star recipient Rod Paladino will be honored on field as that night’s Toyota Hometown Hero.
- For this homestand only, Johnny’s Pizza in Bryn Mawr, Pa., will be offering its Classic Cheesesteak with Onions at Coca-Cola Corner by the Left Field Plaza.
- Score early with the Energy Hour powered by GHOST® Energy! Head to the GHOST® Energy Deck before each game this homestand and enjoy special pricing on select beverages, brews and specialty cocktails until first pitch (subject to change).
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:
- Broadcast: Watch on NBC Sports Philadelphia. Listen on 94 WIP (1210 WPHT on Sat.), with the game in Spanish on the iHeartRadio app (106.1 Rumba on Sat. and Sun.). Also available on nbcsportsphiladelphia.com and the NBC Sports app.
- 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!
- Please click here for Know Before You Go information on accessing digital tickets, mobile parking passes, the bag policy and more.
- Use the free MLB Ballpark app as your guide to Citizens Bank Park to access tickets (including sports complex parking), forward tickets to friends, use the interactive concourse maps and mobile ordering, enroll in Go-Ahead Entry, enjoy games and more.
- Public Transportation: Transit services are also available; for a SEPTA schedule, please visit septa.org.
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