Ballpark Buzz! Fan lineup for Phillies vs. Twins (4/5-7)

April 4th, 2019

Come cheer on the Philadelphia Phillies as they host the Minnesota Twins, April 5-7, at Citizens Bank Park! Here’s a look at some of the fan highlights surrounding another fun weekend of Phillies baseball:

1. It’s Friday night baseball on April 5, with the Phillies taking on the Twins at 7:05 p.m. with probable pitcher Nick Pivetta on the mound. Start the fun early at Pass and Stow, plus there’s a special opportunity for high school students to go behind the scenes in baseball.

• Starting at 5:05 p.m., stop by the newly-opened Pass and Stow, adjacent to the Third Base Plaza. Features an outdoor beer garden, Foundry Pizza, Goose Island at the Park outdoor bar, family-friendly indoor sports pub, and more.

• Know of a high school student who wants to go behind the scenes in sports? Limited tickets to the Phillies #HighSchoolSeries pre-game event are available here.

2. Johnson Controls Phillies Socks for all fans on Saturday, April 6, at that day’s 2:05 p.m. game, featuring probable pitcher Jake Arrieta. Also, 76ers legend Allen Iverson will throw the ceremonial first pitch. The day also highlights Autism Awareness, and recognizes Phillies Charities 5K top finishers. Check out the fun during Bud & Burger Night before the game, and postgame at Pass and Stow.

• From 12:30-1:45 p.m. meet Phillies 1983 National League Championship Series MVP Gary “Sarge” Matthews at Boardwalk Eats near the Left Field Plaza as part of Bud & Burger Night.

• At 1:40 p.m., be in your seats to welcome 11-time NBA All-Star and 76ers great Allen Iverson to the ballpark as he makes that day’s ceremonial first pitch. Also on-field pregame: Phillies fans Paul Matuszak and Meghan Coyle, who will be recognized for winning the Phillies Charities 5K, held March 23.

• The Phillies are proud to once again team up with Autism Speaks to host Autism Awareness Day during Saturday’s game. Click here for details on this special Theme Night Ticket event.

• The fun continues postgame in the new Pass and Stow, adjacent to the Third Base Plaza, where vocalist Seraiah Nicole will perform.

3. On Sunday, April 7, it’s a Nemours Knit Hat for children 14 and under at that day’s 1:05 p.m. game, featuring probable pitcher Zach Eflin. Enjoy pre-game fun in Pass and Stow, and be on the lookout for thousands of scouts as they walk the warning track during a pregame parade.

• Before the game, cheer on the 2,200+ boys and girls taking part in Phillies Scout Day (sold out). Some of those scouts will be dancing with the Phanatic in the 7th inning, too!

• Stop by Pass and Stow, adjacent to the Third Base Plaza, and enjoy guitarist Brian DiBiagio, who will perform as soon as gates open at 11:05 a.m.

4. Throughout the weekend, take photos at the iconic Liberty Bell from Veterans Stadium or the new photo backdrop on the Budweiser Rooftop!

Lots of fun photo opportunities at the ballpark, plus new destinations to experience including Shake Shack, the newly remodeled and renovated New Era Phillies Team Store (featuring the largest cap wall in the country!), the recently rebranded and refurbished ’47 Alley Store, and more!

Get all the details, including new menu items, here or by using the MLB Ballpark app, your mobile companion when visiting Citizens Bank Park. The MLB Ballpark app also features mobile ticketing functionality including mobile entry into the ballpark, check-in offers, rewards and exclusive content.

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: The game on Friday, April 5, will be broadcast on NBC10; Saturday’s April 6 game on NBCSP+ and Sunday’s April 7 game on NBCSP. Games are also broadcast on 94 WIP and available via live stream for authenticated subscribers on NBC Sports Philadelphia’s new MyTeams app.