Astros' upcoming homestand to feature AL West showdown

Homestand highlights include Superhero Day, Apollo 11 Night, and Movie Day!

July 18th, 2019

HOUSTON, TX – Baseball returns to Minute Maid Park, as the Astros take on their in-state rival, the Texas Rangers this weekend (July 19-21) in the second Lone Star Series, presented by Texas Lottery, in Houston, before capping the homestand with a three-game series against the Oakland Athletics (July 22-24).

Group tickets and suite rentals are available for select games, and single game tickets are available for all games. Tickets can be purchased online at Astros.com/tickets or by phone at 1-877-9ASTROS (1-877-927-8767).

TICKET AND GATE ENTRY POLICIES

As a reminder regarding tickets, all fans must either have their printed tickets in hand or utilize the MLB Ballpark App on their mobile devices to access Minute Maid Park and any Astros Street Fests. PDFs, screenshots or any photos of tickets on a mobile device will NOT be accepted, and the Astros will not be able to print tickets on-site.

As a part of the Astros ongoing commitment to the safety of all fans and in compliance with Astros security policies and other sports and entertainment venues around the country, there is no re-entry into the ballpark once fans are scanned in. Fans will also not be allowed to bring multi-zipper backpacks into the ballpark. Exceptions to this rule include diaper bags, single-compartment drawstring bags and other bags used for medical reasons. As usual, all bags will be searched prior to entry into the stadium.

In our continued effort to expedite entry and decrease the amount of time fans wait in line to get into the ballpark, the Astros have added a new entrance at Home Plate and increased the total amount of metal detectors at the entrances. Fans are still encouraged to arrive early, in order to avoid long lines and delays.

Friday, July 19 vs. Texas Rangers 7:10 p.m.

Throughout the season, every Friday night home game at Minute Maid Park is part of the Big and Bright Friday Nights series. A special Pregame Happy Hour, presented by Budweiser, will take place at the Budweiser Brew House. Fans can enjoy $6, 16oz Budweiser Signature Draft beer specials, a live DJ, corn hole, jenga, and more from the time gates open until 6:30 p.m. before every Friday night home game. Fans can also participate in the Friday Night Beer Crawl, presented by Budweiser, which includes four unique Minute Maid Park locations with a different beer option at each location. Ballpark beer crawl starts when gates open and ends at the end of the 7th inning. Beer crawl locations will be listed on Astros.com/happyhour. Must be 21 years or older to participate. Fans are encouraged to drink responsibly.

Prior to Friday’s game, 10,000 fans in attendance will receive a Lone Star Series T-Shirt, presented by Germania Insurance, as they enter the gates. As a reminder, for all Monday - Saturday gate giveaways dates, all gates will open three (3) hours prior to First Pitch. Fans are encouraged to arrive at the ballpark early to receive any promotional giveaways, as supplies are limited and not guaranteed. For tickets or more information, visit Astros.com/promotions.

To cap off ** Big and Bright Friday Night**, fans are invited to stay after the game for Friday Night Fireworks, presented by ConocoPhillips. This Friday’s fireworks will be synced to music from space themed movies, in celebration and honor of the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission. Upon conclusion of Friday’s game and prior to the start of Friday Night Fireworks, fans will be asked to move from the following sections for their safety and enjoyment: Home Run Alley, Escalator Tower Stairs in Center Field, Budweiser Brew House Tiers, Budweiser Batter’s Eye Bar, Torchy’s Deck, Crawford Boxes and sections 100-109, 205-208, 305-309, and 405-409. For more information on Friday night, visit Astros.com/fridaynights.

FANtastic Fridays makes its return this year. Each week, fans can stop by a predetermined location and win prizes or tickets and interact with the Astros Shooting Stars and Shuttle Crew. This week’s FANtastic Friday will take place at the AT&T Store, located at 5708 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena 77505.

Saturday, July 20 vs. Texas Rangers - 6:15 p.m.

Saturday morning, Jake Marisnick will make an appearance at the AT&T Store at 180 Gulfgate Center, Houston 77087 from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Player subject to change.

Tony Kemp will also make an appearance at Texas Bay Credit Union from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at the Fuqua Branch, located at 1304 Highway 225, Pasadena, TX. Player subject to change.

Prior to Saturday’s game, 10,000 fans in attendance will receive an Astros Tote Bag, presented by MLB Network, as they enter the gates. As a reminder, for all Monday - Saturday gate giveaways dates, all gates will open three (3) hours prior to First Pitch. Fans are encouraged to arrive at the ballpark early to receive any promotional giveaways, as supplies are limited and not guaranteed. For tickets or more information, visit Astros.com/promotions.

Following Astros batting practice, the Astros will host families from the Sunshine Kids in the press conference room for their second meet and greet of the season with Astros players and coaches.

Saturday’s game is also Chevy Military Appreciation Day! Chevy distributed 500 tickets to active duty military members and their families. A Joint Service Color Guard, along with representatives from each branch of the military will present the colors during the National Anthem.

Sunday, July 21 vs. Texas Rangers - 1:10 p.m.

Sunday, June 21 is Superhero Day, presented by Mrs. Baird’s, at Minute Maid Park! Fans are encouraged to dress up as their favorite superhero and will have the opportunity to get their faces painted and take pictures with the superheroes in attendance. This year, fans have the opportunity to upgrade their ticket with a Superhero Day Event Add-on Package. With the Add-On Package, fans will have access to a special Superhero event in Union Station from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m, featuring a Kids Superhero Shield promotional item, exclusive photo opportunities with superheroes, face painters, caricature artists, games and more! For tickets and more information, visit Astros.com/superhero.

In conjunction with Superhero Day, actor Ty Simpkins will throw out the Ceremonial First Pitch. Simpkins is best known for his roles in Iron Man 3, Avengers End Game, Jurassic World, and the Insidious films.

Monday, July 22 vs. Oakland Athletics - 7:10 p.m.

To help celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Mission and the first landing on the moon, the Astros will host an Apollo 11 Night! The Astros will wear a special commemorative cap on-field, featuring the Apollo 11 mission logo on the front. Astros retail stores will also feature several unique Apollo 11 related items and fans that spend more than $200 will receive a special Apollo 11 commemorative patch with their purchase. In addition to the replica statue of Neil Armstrong’s 1969 spacesuit from the Apollo 11 Mission, currently located in Center Field, the NASA Mobile Exhibit and Space Exploration Vehicle will be available for fans to interact with on the Plaza from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. The special night will also include a Ceremonial First Pitch thrown by Rick Armstrong, son of Apollo 11 Astronaut Neil Armstrong. Fans who want to take home an exclusive souvenir from the night can purchase the Apollo 11 Night Bobblehead Package that includes an Orbit “ Moon Landing” Bobblehead! For more information, visit Astrsos.com/apollo11.

Also, prior to Monday’s game, 10,000 fans in attendance will receive a Carlos Correa Bobblehead, presented by Goya, as they enter the gates. As a reminder, for all Monday - Saturday gate giveaways dates, all gates will open three (3) hours prior to First Pitch. Fans are encouraged to arrive at the ballpark early to receive any promotional giveaways, as supplies are limited and not guaranteed. For tickets or more information, visit Astros.com/promotions.

Chris Devenski will be signing autographs and interacting with fans on Monday, July 22 at the 18190 Gulf Freeway Whataburger location in Friendswood, TX. He will be joined by Orbit, members of the Astros Coca-Cola Shooting Stars team and Shuttle Crew from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Player subject to change.

Tuesday, July 23 vs. Oakland Athletics - 7:10 p.m.

The 2019 National PLAY campaign will make a stop at Minuet Maid Park on Tuesday, June 23 to promote the importance of children living a healthy and active lifestyle. Astros players and trainers will be joined by the Taylor Hooton Foundation, the Henry Schein Cares Foundation and the National Down Syndrome Society to host a clinic at Minute Maid Park from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

The Astros Foundation and Gardner Denver will welcome Houston Fire Department Station 22, located at 7825 Harrisburg Boulevard into the Adopt-A-Fire Station program, which seeks to support local first responders and the work they do in the Houston community. The program connects Houston fire stations and Astros players. On Tuesday at 11:00 a.m., Astros outfielder Josh Reddick will present a framed jersey and visit with Houston Fire Department Station 22 first responders. Please note that date and player are subject to change.

Tuesday morning, Tyler White will make an appearance at Freddy’s, located at 12407 Farm to Market 1960 Rd W, Houston Texas 77065. Autographs limited to 225 fans. Player subject to change.

Fan favorite Dollar Dog Night is Tuesday! Every Tuesday night home game is $1 Hot Dog Night presented by Nolan Ryan Beef! Fans can purchase an unlimited number of Nolan Ryan Beef hot dogs at $1 each, while supplies last (limit of four per person per concession visit).

T-Shirt Tuesday, presented by DraftKings, also takes place every Tuesday home game. Fans have an opportunity to

purchase a special ticket add-on for only $10 that includes an exclusive Astros designed t-shirt as a part of T-Shirt Tuesday. Next week’s t-shirt features a Yuli Gurriel “Pina Power” design. For tickets and more information, visit astros.com/tshirt.

Prior to Tuesday’s game, renowned golf instructor and former professional golfer Butch Harmon will throw out the Ceremonial First Pitch.

HomeAid Houston, a 501(c)(3) charity in its 13th year of partnership with the Houston Astros, will present the key to the winner of their 2019 Project Playhouse on the field in a special pregame ceremony. The “Toy Box Playhouse” built by Satterfield & Pontikes Construction and designed by Newberry Architecture, was on display at Minute Maid Park earlier this season, as fans had the opportunity to purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win the playhouse. Close to $100,000 was raised to build transitional housing for Houston’s homeless men, women and children.

Wednesday, July 24 vs. Oakland Athletics - 1:10 p.m.

The homestand wraps up with a matinee game and Movie Day, presented by Securian Financial! Fans who have tickets to Wednesday’s game are encouraged to stay after the game to watch the classic baseball movie Field of Dreams on the scoreboard. Seating will become general admission along the 3rd base side for fans to watch the movie. Special packages are available for fans who want to upgrade their experience and watch the movie from the field with unlimited access to soda and popcorn! Visit Astos.com/movieday for tickets and more information.

MINI PLANS AND VALUE TICKET DEALS

Astros fans can also catch the deal of the season with Double Play Tuesdays, presented by Powerade. Participating fans receive two View Deck II tickets for only $22. Present two (2) labels from any Powerade product containers at the Minute Maid Park Box Office to receive two (2) View Deck II tickets for $22. Offer good at select Tuesday home games. For more information, please visit Astros.com/value.

The Coca-Cola Ballpark Bundle is one of the best ballpark bargains. Available for select Monday-Thursday regular season games throughout the 2019 season, this offer includes one View Deck I ticket, one hot dog, one 20 oz. bottle of Coca-Cola product and one popcorn, a $37 value for just $20! For more information, please visit Astros.com/value.

Make sure to get your little Astros fan signed up for the Astros Buddies Club, presented by BBVA! An Astros Buddies membership includes premium items, exclusive Buddies-only experiences, tickets to select Astros games and more for only $30 plus tax. Astros Buddies memberships are available for young fans 12 and under. For more information on the Astros Buddies Club, please visit Astros.com/buddies.