Philadelphia Phillies catcher Cameron Rupp will invite baseball fans, animal advocates and country music lovers to join him at the first annual Ruppapalooza at the Pier on Thursday, July 27, 2017 from 6-9 p.m. at Morgan's Pier, 221 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA .
The evening, which will feature Phillies Celebrity Bartenders, an appearance by the Phillie Phanatic, adoptable dogs, raffles, games, music and more, will benefit the Pennsylvania SPCA's life-saving mission.
To add a country flare, Rupp has also invited his friend, and one of Nashville's hottest songwriters, Tyler Reeve to perform a small set. Tyler's catalogue includes numerous album cuts and singles, including Love & Theft's critically acclaimed single, "Whiskey On My Breath," Brett Young's "In Case You Didn't Know," and Luke Combs' "I Got Away With You."
"Animals and baseball are my passions and being able to combine the two has been a dream come true," Rupp said. "My goal is to make Ruppapalooza an annual event, in which we take on a wide variety of animal-related issues and hopefully figure out a way to make a significant difference."
Tickets for the event are on sale now and expected to sell out. A $35 general admission ticket will provide one free drink, and all-you-can-eat baseball fare. The $55 VIP ticket will additionally include exclusive access to the VIP lounge with the Phillies players.
To purchase tickets, or for additional information, visit: https://pspca.org/ruppapalooza/
For more information on Cameron Rupp's love of animals: https://cameronrupp.mlblogs.com/so-whats-up-with-rupp-cb838b98504f
WHAT: Cameron Rupp hosts Ruppapalooza at the Pier benefiting the Pennsylvania SPCA
WHO: Cameron Rupp & Phillies Teammates, Phillie Phanatic, Country Music Artist Tyler Reeve & Adoptable Dogs
WHEN: Thursday, July 27, 2017, 6-9 p.m.
WHERE: Morgan's Pier, 221 N. Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA
About the Pennsylvania SPCA
Since 1867, the Pennsylvania SPCA, a non-profit 501(c)3 organization headquartered at 350 East Erie Avenue, Philadelphia, has been dedicated to preventing animal cruelty and rescuing animals from abuse and neglect. The Pennsylvania SPCA's lifesaving programs for animals include a low-cost veterinary clinic, low-cost spay and neuter services, pet adoption facilities, and the Pennsylvania SPCA Humane Law Enforcement Department. For more information about adopting, donating or volunteering, please call (215) 426.6300 or visit www.pspca.org.