The Phillies are back in town! Here’s a look at some of the fan highlights surrounding the team’s four-game series against the Miami Marlins, April 25-28, at Citizens Bank Park, which include the 2019 debut of #ThrowbackThursday, a ceremonial first pitch by the United States Army’s Sergeant Major and a must-see magic show featuring multi-award winning illusionist Wayne Hoffman in honor of the Citizens Bank Phanatic Birthday!

On April 25, the ballpark is going retro for the first #ThrowbackThursday of the season, being held at that night’s 7:05 p.m. game, featuring probable pitcher Aaron Nola. Highlights include a Veritiv Andrew McCutchen Retro T-Shirt for fans 15 and over, a Phillies alum celebrity first pitch and base change and more #ThrowbackThursday fun.

• On the field, Phillies players will wear a 1980s-era powder blue uniform and burgundy cap. Ballgirls and the grounds crew will also be dressed in retro outfits, and the field will feature retro batting circles and base jewels. Plus, PhanaVision will be going retro with logos, music, player headshots and features.

• In honor of the #ThrowbackThursday festivities, Phillies 1980 World Series champions Greg “The Bull” Luzinski will throw the ceremonial first pitch and Garry Maddox will make the 3rd inning base change.

• Prior to the game, fans are invited to play ping pong at the new Pass and Stow (adjacent to the Third Base Plaza). Break dancers from the I AM PHRESH DANCE ACADEMY will also perform on the main concourse behind Section 101/102.

On Friday, April 26, Sergeant Major of the United States Army Daniel A. Dailey – the youngest soldier to ever serve in this position – will throw the ceremonial first pitch before that night’s 7:05 p.m. game, featuring probable pitcher Jerad Eickhoff. Plus, stop by Pass and Stow for pregame fun– and be on the lookout for scouts!

• Starting at 5:05 p.m., Lee Mo, one of the newer voices on the Philadelphia music scene, will be performing until 6:45 p.m. at Pass and Stow. Be sure to check out the fun features in this area, including an outdoor beer garden, Goose Island at the Park outdoor bar, Foundry Pizza, an indoor family-friendly sports pub, firepits, Phillies-etched water feature and more.

• At 6:10 p.m., cheer on local boy and girl scouts as they parade on the field in full uniform during the sold-out Scouts Parade.

Meet Phillies alum Gary Matthews before the 6:05 p.m. game on Saturday, April 27, during Bud & Burger Night! Plus, help salute the Phillies’ Rothman Hometown Hero, who is being recognized in-game.

• From 4:30 - 5:45 p.m., Phillies 1983 National League Championship Series MVP Gary “Sarge” Matthews will sign autographs at Boardwalk Eats near the Left Field Plaza as part of Bud & Burger Night.

• At the end of the 3rd inning, Sr. Airman Michael A. Meyers Jr. will be recognized on-field as the Phillies’ Rothman Hometown Hero.

On Sunday, April 28, get ready for the biggest, on-field magic show production ever to be held at a ballpark – all in honor of the Citizens Bank Phanatic Birthday, being held before that day’s 1:05 p.m. series finale against the Miami Marlins! Illusionist and mentalist Wayne Hoffman will lead dozens of guest mascots in this magic show event to celebrate the Phanatic’s big day.

• Fans should be in their seats by 12:30 p.m. to enjoy all the magical, Phanatic birthday fun! The Phanatic (and fans) will be in for quite a few surprises – as mascots from all over the world take to the field, including major league mascots’ Phang, County, Soulman, Swoop, Gritty and Wingston; collegiate mascots’ Mario, Hooter, Explorer, Hawk, Cavalier, and Wildcat; minor league mascots’ Boomer, Buster, Screwball, Coaty; as well as Phoebe Phanatic, the Galapagos Gang and Buzzbee!

• Look out for a special delivery of a birthday gift just for the Phanatic, as well as the presentation of his very own Citizens Bank Phanatic Birthday card!

• Plus, the entire ballpark is invited to sing happy birthday to the Phanatic, after a GIANT birthday cake, compliments of Giant Foods, is delivered to the Phanatic. 

• Children 14 and under will receive a Citizens Bank Phanatic Hooded Towel.

Other need-to-know information:

• Gate Openings: Main gates open 1½ hours prior to game time every day. Ashburn Alley and a portion of the Third Base Gate granting access to Pass and Stow open 2 hours before every game. The entrance to Ashburn Alley is the Left Field Gate.

• Parking Lot Openings: All parking lots open 5 hours prior to game time. 

• Broadcast Information: Games on April 25-28 will be broadcast on NBCSP, 94 WIP and WTTM 1680 (Spanish), as well as available via live stream for authenticated subscribers on NBC Sports Philadelphia’s new MyTeams app. 

• MLB Ballpark app: Your mobile companion when visiting Citizens Bank Park. Features mobile entry into the ballpark, food and beverage finder, check-in offers, rewards and exclusive content.