What’s Happening at MLB Play Ball Weekend: Phillies vs. Dodgers, June 9-11

Dick Allen On-Field Salute with Johnson Controls Dick Allen Bobble Figurine, AJR Postgame Concert presented by Jim Beam and Chevrolet Father’s Appreciation Day; Plus, First Pitch by Comedian Matt Rife and Phillies Charities, Inc. Summer Phlash Sale!

June 9th, 2023

Come cheer on the Philadelphia Phillies as they take on the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday, June 9, to Sunday, June 11, at Citizens Bank Park! Here’s a look at some of the fan highlights surrounding the games:

On Friday, June 9, the Phillies will highlight the career of Phillies great Dick Allen before and during the 7:05 p.m. game, with guests including Allen’s family and several of his former teammates. Fans should be in their seats by 6:30 p.m. for this special pregame tribute:

  • Fans 15 and over will receive a Johnson Controls Dick Allen Bobble Figurine.
  • Author Bill Kashatus will sign copies of his book, Dick Allen, The Life and Times of a Baseball Immortal, from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the Phillies Authentics shop on the main concourse.
  • Also happening: Former Phillie Mark Appel will be presented with his 2022 NL Championship ring by Managing Partner and Chief Executive Officer John Middleton and President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski.
  • Plus, Leine Friday! Fans 21 and older are invited to stop by Leinenkugel’s Left Field or the High and Inside Pub (behind home plate on the Terrace Level) for a koozie with the purchase of a Leinenkugel (while supplies last).

Enjoy the AJR Postgame Concert presented by Jim Beam following Saturday’s 4:05 p.m. game on June 10. AJR’s trumpeter Arnetta Johnson will perform the National Anthem pregame.

  • Your game ticket is your concert ticket – no additional purchase is required.
  • AJR merchandise will be available for sale at the First Base Plaza.
  • Plus, Spencer Milken, representing the Prostate Cancer Foundation, will throw a ceremonial first pitch in honor of prostate cancer awareness.
  • Also happening Saturday: the pregame Budweiser Block Party at the Budweiser Batter’s Eye Bar.

Celebrate Dad at Chevrolet Father's Appreciation Day on Sunday, June 11, at the 1:35 p.m. game. Men 15 and over will receive a Chevrolet Men’s Hat.** **Plus, standup comedian and actor Matt Rife will throw a ceremonial first pitch prior to the game.

  • There will also be a pregame parade for organized youth baseball and softball teams in full uniform as part of the Youth Baseball and Softball Celebration II.
  • Phillies Charities, Inc. will host a one day, Summer Phlash Sale adjacent to the First Base Plaza, behind Section 114, selling game-used, team issued and autographed jerseys, baseballs, bats, hats, and more, with all proceeds benefiting charity. The sale includes current and former players and managers such as Aaron Nola, Rhys Hoskins, Bryson Stott, Charlie Manuel and more!

Bid on nearly two dozen team-issued and game-used autographed memorabilia during the Phillies Charities, Inc. Online Auction benefitting Philabundance, part of the Phans Feeding Families initiative, on phillies.com/auctions until Monday, June 26.

  • Auction items include baseballs, jerseys, batting helmets, caps, a pitching rubber and more signed by manager Rob Thomson and players such as Aaron Nola, Alec Bohm, Nick Castellanos, Bryce Harper, Rhys Hoskins, J.T. Realmuto, Kyle Schwarber, Bryson Stott and Zack Wheeler.
  • Access Tickets & More: Use the free MLB Ballpark app for your guide to Citizens Bank Park and to access tickets (including Sports Complex parking), forward tickets to friends, use the interactive concourse maps and enjoy games.
  • Broadcast: Friday’s game will be broadcast on NBC10 and TeleXitos; Saturday and Sunday’s game will be broadcast on NBCSP and MLBN (out-of-market only); All games will be broadcast on 94 WIP and WTTM 1680. Games will also be available on nbcsportsphiladelphia.com and the NBC Sports app.
  • Gate Openings: All gates open 90 minutes prior to game time.
  • Mobile Ordering: Now includes Liberty Landing, Manco & Manco @ Foundry Pizza, Pass and Stow and Shake Shack. Order your favorite menu items and skip the line when ordering through the MLB Ballpark App. Simply touch the Mobile Ordering tile in the Ballpark App, select your food and beverage choice, and pay using a credit card or Apple Pay/Google Pay.
  • Uber RideShare Lot: Lot T is designated for Uber RideShare for all Citizens Bank Park and Wells Fargo Center events. Fans should exit the Third Base Gate and walk along Pattison Avenue toward Broad Street to enter the lot and request a vehicle, which will meet each rider in the designated area. The lot includes an Uber-branded lounge with seating and a charging station.
  • Parking: Please click here for a parking map. Parking for Phillies games is cashless. Methods of payment include credit/debit cards and mobile payment (Apple Pay and Google Pay). To expedite entry, pre-paid parking passes may also be purchased prior to the game.
  • Public Transportation: Transit services are also available; for a SEPTA schedule, please visit www.septa.org.
  • Traffic: Log on to www.511pa.com, www.511nj.orgor call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions.
  • Stay informed! Follow @PhilliesCBP on Twitter and like the official Citizens Bank Park Facebook page.