PiratesFest highlights for Saturday, December 9, 2017, at PNC Park

The 2017 PiratesFest, presented by Chick-fil-A, will get underway this season at PNC Park on Saturday, December 9, with a Season Ticket Holders only session from 9 a.m. to noon, and open to the general public from noon to 6 p.m. The venue change will give fans an opportunity to explore the ballpark and to enjoy areas to which they may not have access in the summer.
The annual baseball carnival will have activities for the entire family featuring live events, free autograph sessions for kids 14 and under, the ability to purchase ticket packages for the 2018 season, prizes, games, the Pirate Parrot and much more. In addition, Pirates 2018 single-game tickets will be made available starting on Friday at 10 a.m., and during PiratesFest fans can purchase tickets at the PNC Park Main Box Office as well as ticket kiosks located throughout PNC Park.
On Friday, December 8, Pirates players will be signing autographs in the Rivertowne Brewing Hall of Fame Club for fans who secured tickets earlier in the week at pirates.com/PiratesFest. All proceeds from the autograph sessions, which quickly sold out, will benefit Pirates Charities and the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. The Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank's mission is to eliminate hunger in southwestern Pennsylvania.
To further assist in that mission, on Saturday, fans are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to collection areas located inside the Left Field Gate to be donated to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. For every bag of food donated, fans will receive a specially-designed Pirates Charities night light.
**Note - all event times and participants are subject to change without notice.
Pirates Autographs:
Fans attending the 2017 PiratesFest at PNC Park are encouraged to download the MLB.com Ballpark App to access up-to-the-minute information regarding PiratesFest schedule of events, locations and more. The Ballpark App for iPhone and Android smartphones is the official MLB ballpark phone app for PNC Park. The app compliments and personalizes trips to PNC Park with mobile check-ins, social media, offers, promotions and other exclusive content.
Located above the left field bleachers and accessible from just inside the Left Field Gate, the Rivertowne Brewing Hall of Fame Club will host several great events and booths such as Kids Autograph Sessions, ticket information and sales, 93.7 The FAN radio broadcasts and more.
Kids FREE Autograph Sessions: Pirates players and coaches will be signing FREE autographs and meeting with kids 14 and under throughout the day.
2018 Pirates Tickets Information and Sales
Pirates and Baseball Photo Sales
The FAN Radio Broadcast Area
Bucaroos Kids Club
Located on the Riverwalk, outside PNC Park's Picnic Park, and under the left field bleachers, the Pirates Holiday Village will include photo opportunities with the Pirates Parrot and Pierogies, a candy cane tree, Santa's Secret Workshop and more.
Santa Parrot and Pierogies Photos
Seven Springs Tiny Tots Ski and Snowboard School
Candy Cane Tree
Santa's Secret Workshop
Pirates Bean Bag Toss
Holiday Photo Booth
Located under the main concourse seating and accessible from the Legacy Square area of PNC Park, the tunnel is the same tunnel the Pirates players use to access the clubhouse, batting cages and more every game day. The tunnel will have a number of happenings throughout as fans will have the chance to try the Grab Bags area, visit the Pirates dugout for pics (weather permitting), hit in the Pirates batting cages, access the press conference room and more.
Grab Bags area
Pirates Dugout Visits (weather permitting)
Season Ticket Holders Area in the Pirates Clubhouse
Batting Cages
Game-Used Memorabilia
Fans interested in trying out for the "Oh Say Can You Sing" competition will sing The Star Spangled Banner a cappella for a panel of judges during auditions. The judges will pass out 10 "golden tickets" throughout the day. Those fans will then participate in the "Oh Say Can You Sing?" competition on the field (weather permitting) from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. A panel of judges, including Pirates players, will select one winner to sing the Star Spangled Banner at a Pirates home game in 2018.
Ask Pirates Coaches (Season Ticket Holders only): Pirates coaches will take questions, talk strategy and tell some of their favorite stories during Ask the Pirates Coaches at 10 a.m.
Ask Pirates Management (Season Ticket Holders only): Fans will have the opportunity to ask their questions about offseason moves, the 2017 season, and more in this special Q&A with Pirates management team Frank Coonelly, Neal Huntington and Clint Hurdle in the Press Conference Room at 11 a.m.
Ask Pirates Hitters: John Wehner will host a special Q&A between Pirates fans and attending players such as Josh Bell, Christopher Bostick, Francisco Cervelli, Adam Frazier and Max Moroff at Noon.
Ask Pirates 1990's Alumni: Greg Brown will host a special Q&A between Pirates fans and alumni from the 1990s teams such as Sid Bream, Doug Drabek, Mike LaValliere, Bob Walk and John Wehner at 1 p.m.
Ask Pirates Management (open to all fans) at 2 p.m.
Ask Pirates Pitchers: Bob Walk will host a special Q&A between Pirates fans and players such as Steven Brault, Jack Leathersich, A.J. Schugel, Felipe Rivero, Jameson Taillon and Trevor Williams at 3 p.m.
Ask a Pirate (Kids Only): Kids will have the chance to ask a Pirates player a question during this special Kids-only Q&A with Sean Rodriguez, Nick Kingham and George Kontos at 4 p.m.
Ask the Broadcasters: The Pirates broadcast team of Greg Brown, Joe Block, Steve Blass, John Wehner and Bob Walk will be taking questions and telling stories as Joe Klimchak hosts Ask the Broadcasters at 5 p.m.
Located on the Club Level of PNC Park, the Pittsburgh Baseball Club (PBC) is accessible from the escalators on the main concourse near the left field rotunda and the press elevators located behind the press conference room in the tunnel area. The PBC has three inside areas in the club and five World Series Suites accessible via the outside hallway. The club level will host several fun interactive booths such as the Chick-fil-A "Build a Cow," AT&T SportsNet Photo Booth, face painting, Bucs Social Media Shop and more.
2018 Pirates Tickets and Information
Chick-fil-A "Build-a-Cow" and Santa Cow photos
AT&T SportsNet Photo Booth
PNC Bank Lounge
Pirates Charities Raffle and Garage Sale
Chuck A Luck Wheel
Santa Parrot and Pierogies Photos
Bucco!
Face Painting
Caricaturist
Dice Roll
Pirates Baseball Summer Camps
Pirates Minor League Affiliates
Balloon Artists
The Pirates 2018 Six-Pack ticket plans are on sale now at pirates.com/6Pack and will be available with the special opportunity to purchase Opening Day as a seventh game throughout the holiday season. Prices for packages will vary as tickets are priced individually, per seating category, and based on the dynamic pricing system so fans are encouraged to buy early to lock in the lowest pricing. Six-Pack plans are priced as low as $114 and each package offers the ultimate flexibility, as fans are able to build their own plans and select from all games throughout the 2018 season.
It is time to register the kids for the 2018 Bucaroos Kids Club, presented by Chick-fil-A, membership. The 2018 Bucaroos Kids Club is for kids ages 14 and younger, offers special member-only benefits, is valid all year long and has two great membership options with the Gold and Silver Membership choices. Membership information, registration and packages will be available at PiratesFest.
Parking lots and garages around PNC Park will be open for parking throughout the day incliuding the North Shore Garage ($5), West General Robinson Garage ($4) and Red Lot 6 ($7), located across from PNC Park on General Robinson.
PNC Park Concession stands will be open on the Pittsburgh Baseball Club Level and behind Section 135 in the left field bleacher area. The Corner Bar will also be open, as well as the bar in the Rivertowne Hall of Fame Club.
The PNC Park Majestic Cluhbhouse Store will be open throughout the day with great deals on Pirates merchandise. Deals include:
Spend over $75 in the Pirates Clubhouse Store and receive a voucher for two free single game tickets (Not valid for Opening Day)
50% off Majestic on field apparel (While supplies last/Excluding Jerseys)
Red tag items up to 50% off, priced as marked
Holiday Door Buster Items (While supplies Last)
Pirates Group Ticket Packages are now available for the 2018 season. A Pirates group outing starts at just 15 tickets, and is the perfect way to entertain clients, promote teamwork, strengthen relationships, and boost morale while experiencing an unforgettable event! Companies, schools, churches, associations, and teams will all enjoy special group benefits. For more information regarding purchasing group tickets, talk with a representative at the 2017 PiratesFest, call 1-800-BUY-BUCS or visit pirates.com/groups.
Fans are encouraged to take part in the Pirates Charities 50/50 Raffle, supported by Rivers Casino, during PiratesFest. Raffle ticket prices are three (3) tickets for $5, 10 tickets for $10 and 40 tickets for $20 with all proceeds benefiting Pirates Charities and the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. The winning number will be drawn and announced at 5 p.m. and the winner will receive 50 percent of the total pot. Winner need not be present.
Fans are encouraged to visit the Pirates Charities booth to purchase raffle tickets for the chance to win autographed jerseys, baseballs, bats and more from Pirates players, as well as autographed items from a number of other Major League Baseball teams. Tickets will be on-sale at the booth and will be one for $2 or three for $5 with all proceeds benefiting Pirates Charities. The drawing will take place on Saturday at 5 p.m. Winner need not be present.
Pirates Authentics, along with memorabilia partner Hunt Auctions, will have all your favorite player autographed and game-used items available for purchase at PiratesFest. This year's premium items feature Pirates game-used baseballs, game-used bases and game-worn jerseys. Hunt Auctions will be offering appraisal services from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. as attendees of PiratesFest will have the opportunity to have their sports memorabilia and cards appraised by Hunt Auctions' nationally recognized experts. The appraisals are conducted at no charge at PiratesFest with categories including autographs, cards, bats, tickets, programs, and game-used items. Fans who wish to arrange for a specific timed appointment or need assistance in the handling of their items may contact info@huntauctions.com for more details.

All fans at the 2017 PiratesFest are encouraged to stop by the @Pirates Social Media Shop and Game Room in Suites 1903 and 1909 for a chance to earn tees, autographed items and more as well as check out our Photo Area and Game room with video games, Connect 4 and more.
Followers of the Pirates social media sites will be given an opportunity to win passes to the exclusive Bucs Social Game Room area to hang out with players, play games and more. Passes will be awarded simply by following the Pirates on Twitter, Snapchat, Facebook and Instagram throughout PiratesFest. A special meet and greet with Pirates players area, a chance to create content for our social media channels, an opportunity to interview players and more!
Below is a list of the players and celebrities scheduled to appear in the BucSocial area on Saturday:
11 a.m. - Jordan Luplow
1 p.m. - A.J. Schugel
2 p.m. - Max Moroff
3 p.m. - Nick Kingham
4 p.m. - Jameson Taillon
Full Season, Half Season, 20-game and Season Ticket plans are available for the 2018 season. Full and partial-season ticket plans feature exclusive benefits including guaranteed seats for the biggest games, discounted ticket prices, invitations to special events featuring Pirates players and executives, plus much more. For more information regarding purchasing a plan and becoming a Pirates Season Ticket Holder, talk with a member representative at PiratesFest, call 1-800-BUY-BUCS or visit pirates.com/2018.