What’s Happening This Weekend at Citizens Bank Park: Phillies vs. Rays, September 25–27

Kyle Schwarber and club’s minor league players honored by Phillies for community service; plus final chance to vote for Schwarber for the Roberto Clemente Award; MLB Pitch, Hit & Run champions, 25-year employees and Phillies’ Special Achievement Award recipient to be recognized on-field; Also, ceremonial first pitch by recently retired meteorologist Cecily Tynan; Fan Appreciation Day and 2027 Schedule Magnet

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It’s the final three games of the 2026 regular season! Here’s a look at the fan highlights as the team takes on the Tampa Bay Rays, September 25–27, at Citizens Bank Park as the hunt for Red October continues!

1. The series begins on Friday, September 25, at 6:40 p.m. Kyle Schwarber, co-founder of Schwarber’s Neighborhood Heroes and the club’s Roberto Clemente Award nominee, along with players from the team’s minor league system will be honored by the Phillies with community service awards.

Gate openings: 3B/LF 4:40 p.m.; all other gates 5:10 p.m.

  • Before the game, Phillies General Manager Preston Mattingly will present Kyle Schwarber with the club’s Major League Community Service Award on field; he will also present the Minor League Step Up Awards to players in the Phillies minor league system who have shown leadership through community service. Honorees include Adilson Peralta, Jersey Shore BlueClaws (overall winner); Mitch Neunborn, Lehigh Valley IronPigs; Saul Teran, Reading Fightin’ Phils; Angel Liranzo, Clearwater Threshers; and Alexander De Los Santos, Phillies PDC.
  • Recently retired 6ABC meteorologist Cecily Tynan will throw a ceremonial first pitch. The Phillies will also honor their employees of the month before the game.
  • Prior to the 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.
  • Visit St. Pete-Clearwater will be at Citizens Bank Way through Saturday with giveaways and destination travel information.

2. On Saturday, September 26, at the 6:05 p.m. game, local winners of the annual MLB Pitch, Hit & Run championships, taking place earlier that morning, will be recognized on field.

Gate openings: 3B/LF 3:35 p.m.; all other gates 4:35 p.m.

  • John Bruno from Ocean City High School will be recognized on field as part of the IBX Honor Roll Program, which honors teachers who are hitting it out of the park in and out of the classroom.
  • Members of the Phillies Baseball Academy will parade on field pregame.
  • Enjoy the pregame Budweiser Block Party with DJ HBK at the Budweiser Batter’s Eye Bar behind Section 148.
  • At the end of the 3rd inning, former Navy SEAL Officer Michael Dauro will be honored as that night’s Toyota Hometown Hero.

3. Get ready for plenty of prizes and surprises at Fan Appreciation Day on Sunday, September 27, at 3:05 p.m., the final game of the regular season! All fans will receive a 2027 Schedule Magnet*.
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Gate openings: 3B/LF 12:35 p.m.; all other gates 1:35 p.m.*

  • Before the game, Phillies Managing Partner and CEO John Middleton and President of Business Operations Sam Fuld will honor the club’s 25-year employees, including: Marian Pantano, Guest Services Representative; Michael Melograna, Guest Services Supervisor; Michael Calvello, Security Guard; and Patrick Loughlin, Ticket Seller.
  • Also being honored on field is the organization’s 2026 Richie Ashburn & David Montgomery Special Achievement award recipient. The award has been presented annually since 1998 to a Phillies front office employee who embodies the loyalty, dedication and passion for Phillies baseball as the award’s namesakes.
  • Toyota vehicles will be on display outside the Third Base Gate and inside the First Base and Left Field Plazas.

4. “Thank You, Fans!” offer from Citizens for this homestand only!

  • The first 1,000 fans who make a purchase using an eligible Citizens credit or debit card through the Phillies Wallet at Citizens Bank Park during the final regular season homestand will receive $10 in loaded value in the Phillies Wallet to use at Citizens Bank Park through October 31, 2026. Limit one offer per user, see terms and conditions that apply. Member FDIC.

5. Last chance to vote for Kyle Schwarber to win the prestigious Roberto Clemente Award at MLBTogether.com/ClementeAward! Fan voting ends Sunday, September 27.

  • This annual award recognizes the Major League player who best represents the game of baseball through extraordinary character, community involvement, philanthropy and positive contributions, both on and off the field.

6. 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).

7. Final Phillies Charities, Inc. Online Auction of the regular season! Bid on team-issued and game-used autographed memorabilia signed by Phillies players until Wednesday, September 30, at 6:00 p.m., at phillies.com/auctions.

  • Features signed memorabilia from Alec Bohm, Justin Crawford, Jhoan Duran, Bryce Harper, Jesús Luzardo, Don Mattingly, Andrew Painter, J.T. Realmuto, Cristopher Sánchez, Kyle Schwarber, Edmundo Sosa, Bryson Stott, Garrett Stubbs, Trea Turner and Zack Wheeler, as well as the Phillie Phanatic.

8. Stop by the New Era Phillies Team Store for exclusive fall fashion, including the winner of the store employee styling contest. One lucky fan will win this custom look during Fan Appreciation Day on Sunday, September 27!

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:

  • Broadcast: Watch on NBC Sports Philadelphia (Fri., Sun.) and FOX (Sat.). Listen on 94.1 WIP, with the game in Spanish on the iHeartRadio app (Fri.) and 106.1 Rumba (Sat., 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 www.septa.org.
  • Parking can be conveniently purchased through SpotHero, the official parking partner of the Phillies. To explore your options, please click here.