The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced several unique fan experience games for the 2022 season. The Theme Nights schedule is packed full of specially programmed games designed to involve all fans in attendance each night.
The schedule is headlined by the first ever Yinzerpalooza on Friday, July 29 vs. the Philadelphia Phillies. As the Pirates host their eastern side of the state rivals, this is a night designed to celebrate everything we all love about Pittsburgh (and western Pennsylvania). The night will include a special party on the PNC Park Riverwalk with a pregame pierogy eating contest, appearances by Pittsburgh celebrities and Pirates alumni, as well as a postgame concert on the field featuring a true hometown favorite, The Clarks!
Joining Yinzerpalooza in the middle of the summer schedule is the Pirates Christmas in July game on Friday, July 22. The halfway to Christmas celebration will include an ugly sweater-themed Free Shirt Friday giveaway and holiday cheer throughout the ballpark. There may even be an appearance by St. Nick! The month will get started with warmer weather in mind as the Pirates host a special Bucco Luau on Saturday, July 2. The night will include a Hawaiian-themed Block Party, a shirt giveaway at the PNC Park gates and more.
The Club also announced the return of their annual Pride Night on Friday, June 17 as the Pirates continue to celebrate and make a positive impact in the LBGTQ+ community. Another special theme game of note is a celebration of the Negro Leagues on Friday, September 9, as the Pirates host Negro League Legacy Night at PNC Park.
For the complete Theme Nights games schedule and more information, visit pirates.com/Theme.
In addition to the great list of Theme Nights, the Pirates announced several games that include special Group Offers planned for 2022. Each Group Offer game requires a special ticket and includes individual incentives such as special promotional items, invitations to pregame events and more. Fans can purchase these tickets individually or with their group to join with others from around the area for a community celebration.
The 2022 Group Offers include the return of popular programs such as:
• Pup Nights
• University Nights
• Youth Baseball and Softball Days
• Boy Scouts Day
• Girl Scouts Day
• Education Days
• Faith Day
For complete information on group outings and to purchase tickets to the select dates, visit pirates.com/groups.