The Pirates return to PNC Park for the 11th homestand of the season, a six-game stay beginning with a three-game series with the Miami Marlins and a weekend series with the St. Louis Cardinals.

This homestand is highlighted by the Pirates’ Cancer Awareness Night at PNC Park on Saturday, September 7. Throughout the night fans will have many opportunities to help the Pirates support local cancer organizations with fundraising opportunities on Federal Street and in the Crow’s Nest area of the ballpark.

Tuesday, September 3, 2019 -- Pirates vs. Miami Marlins (7:05 p.m.)

· Cancer Awareness Week Hospital Visit: Today, from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., Pirates alumni, mascots and staff will visit with patients and families at the West Virginia University Children’s Hospital. The visit will take place in advance of Saturday’s Cancer Awareness Night at PNC Park.

o During the visit, Pirates celebrities will deliver Pirates designed Love Your Melon hats and Starlight Brave Gowns. Love Your Melon's nonprofit partners work in the field of pediatric oncology, fund cancer research initiatives and provide immediate support for families of children battling cancer. Starlight Gowns™ make kids feel like superstars by replacing unattractive, uncomfortable and embarrassing hospital garments with high-quality, comfortable and brightly colored gowns. The gowns are being donated thanks to a generous contribution from Major League Baseball.

· Pup Night: Fans can enjoy Bucco baseball with their pooch as the Pirates present one of 12 Pup Nights at PNC Park. Each ticket package (1 person & 1 dog) costs just $36 with additional human tickets available for $36 each. A portion of the proceeds benefit local animal shelters and seats are limited and subject to availability. For complete information, visit pirates.com/pups.

· Pirates Play Ball Team of the Game: The Pirates continue the season-long initiative honoring a youth baseball/softball team of the game during special home games throughout 2019. Tonight, the Pirates will honor Fox Chapel 12U team as the Play Ball Team of the Game, presented by Nike. The group plays at the Pirates Charities supported Live Like Lou Field in Fox Chapel, which received major renovations this year thanks in large part to a donation from Pirates Charities. Additionally, the team represented Fox Chapel at a recent tournament at All-Star Village in Cooperstown, NY.

Wednesday, September 4, 2019 -- Pirates vs. Miami Marlins (7:05 p.m.)

Thursday, September 5, 2019 -- Pirates vs. Miami Marlins (7:05 p.m.)

· Cancer Awareness Week Hospital Visit: Today, from 11 a.m. to noon, Pirates players, mascots and staff will visit with patients and families at the Allegheny General Hospital’s inpatient oncology unit. The visit will take place in advance of Saturday’s Cancer Awareness Night at PNC Park.

o During the visit, Pirates celebrities will deliver Pirates designed Love Your Melon hats. Love Your Melon's nonprofit partners work in the field of pediatric oncology, fund cancer research initiatives and provide immediate support for families of children battling cancer.

• Military Day: Come out to support and honor our brave American military service men and women. The Pirates will wear their Military Day jerseys and special caps.

· On Field Military Ceremony: As part of today’s Military Day efforts, a group from the Veterans Breakfast Club organization will be honored during a pregame on-field ceremony and hosted in the Pirates Charities Suite.

· 50/50 Raffle: Today’s Pirates Charities 50/50 Raffle, supported by Rivers Casino, will benefit the Veterans Breakfast Club.

Friday, September 6, 2019 -- Pirates vs. St. Louis Cardinals (7:05 p.m.)

· Free Shirt Friday: Tonight, the Pirates host another popular Free Shirt Friday as the first 20,000 fans, with paid admission, will receive a Pirates tee, presented by Xfinity.

· Dollar Dog Night: As a special thank you to the fans, the Pirates will host Dollar Dog Nights, presented by Sugardale, on select Friday nights. During each Dollar Dog Night, fans can visit any North Shore concession stand throughout the ballpark and purchase regular hot dogs for just one dollar.

• Miller Lite Happy Hour: Tonight, and every Friday Night home game, the Pirates will host a special Happy Hour, presented by Miller Lite, at the Crow’s Nest from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Visit the Arnold Palmer Spiked Bar at the Crow’s Nest for live music as well as discounted cans of Miller Lite, Leinenkugel’s Summer Shandy, Blue Moon and Arnold Palmer Spiked.
• Wine Night: Tonight, is a Wine Tasting Night at PNC Park. For just $70 fans receive a ticket in a luxury suite, an invite to a pregame wine tasting in Club 3000, and more. For complete information and to order tickets to Wine Nights at PNC Park, visit pirates.com/winenights.
• University Night with California University of Pennsylvania: Tonight, the Pirates will host a University Night with California University of Pennsylvania. All fans who purchase University Night tickets will receive a ticket in one of two special sections and a Pirates/Cal U hat. This season the Pirates will host University Nights on select dates when students, alumni, staff and fans of local universities are invited to cheer on the Pirates together at PNC Park. For complete information and a list of the 2019 University Nights visit pirates.com/universitynights.
• Pirates Tales: Today, in a pregame ceremony, the Pirates will recognize students as the Glam Slam Winners of 2019 Pirates Tales. These students earned this opportunity by stepping up to the plate this summer and reading more than 21 books. Pirates Tales is a program, in a partnership with Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County Library Association, to reward kids for participating in reading programs at their local libraries. For more information, visit carnegielibrary.com/piratestales.
• Vegan Night: Join the Pirates, vegan enthusiasts, and all animal lovers for our second Vegan Night at PNC Park. Each ticket includes access to the exclusive Vegan Menu in the Picnic Park from 5:30 to 7 p.m. and a Corner Box seat for tonight's game. Order your tickets now at pirates.com/Vegan to take advantage of the pregame picnic menu that includes a vegan buffalo cauliflower, meatless-meatball sliders, sweet potato tacos and more.

Saturday, September 7, 2019 -- Pirates vs. St. Louis Cardinals (7:05 p.m.)

· Cancer Support Night: Join the Pirates and Allegheny Health Network as we come together for "Cancer Support Night" to raise awareness about the many types of cancers that affect our community. Arrive early to check out the resource fair on Federal Street and join us as we Stand Up to Cancer during the seventh-inning stretch. Organizations participating include Relay for Life, Butterfly Bandits, The Cancer Caring Center, Curerock Pittsburgh, Highmark Caring Place, Lending Hearts, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Love Your Melon, Our Clubhouse, Susan G. Komen Greater Pittsburgh, and the Magic Yarn Project.

o Ring It: Tonight, as part of Cancer Support Night, Allegheny Health Network will have a giant bell on Federal Street for cancer survivors to ring and will be creating free personalized “Remission Accomplished” tees with each survivor’s name and year they entered remission, as supplies last.

o Love Your Melon: The Pirates are teaming up with Love Your Melon for a special night at PNC Park. Each "Love Your Melon Night" purchase includes a game ticket plus a limited-edition Pittsburgh Pirates Love Your Melon beanie. Each ticket sold through this special ticket package supports Love Your Melon's program to give a hat to every child battling cancer in America. For tickets and more information, visit pirates.com/LYM.

o SU2C: Tonight, fans will receive a Stand Up to Cancer placard to personalize with the name of someone affected by cancer. Fans will have the opportunity to show support as the entire ballpark will be asked to Stand Up to Cancer in the seventh inning stretch.

§ SU2C Support: In addition, fans will have the opportunity to support SU2C throughout the night with opportunities such as signing a special banner pregame on Federal Street or in-game at the Crow’s Nest and special SU2C merchandise will be available for purchase.

o Players’ Wives Basket Raffle: Tonight, at the Crow’s Nest area, Pirates Charities and the Players' Wives organization will host a special raffle that will include baskets of players' favorite things put together by their wives as well as other Pirates merchandise and autographed items. All proceeds will benefit Allegheny Health Network Cancer Institute and the Arnold and Winnie Palmer Foundation.

o Arnold and Winnie Palmer Foundation: The Arnold and Winnie Palmer Foundation will be on-hand in the Crow’s Nest area with donation opportunities that include special auction items, a chance to take a picture with Palmer’s 1975 Ryder’s Cup Trophy and Captain’s Blazer, and more. The Foundation joins Pirates Charities in fighting childhood cancer in honor of what would have been Arnold Palmer’s 90th birthday on September 10.

o 50/50 Raffle: Proceeds from tonight's 50/50 raffle, presented by Rivers Casino, will benefit Allegheny Health Network Cancer Institute and the Palmer Foundation.

· Childhood Cancer Awareness: For the fourth consecutive year, MLB and its Clubs will raise awareness for the fight against childhood cancer by having all Major League players, coaches, umpires and grounds crew wear gold ribbon decals and wristbands.

• Superheroes: Tonight, Pirates Charities pediatric cancer guests will be recognized on-field during a pregame ceremony and will be given their very own Pirates superhero cape, by a member of the team, to assist them in their fight. Superheroes and their families will enjoy the game from our World Series Suites, courtesy of PNC, where they will enjoy a dinner fit for a superhero.
• VIP Party: Prior to the caping event on the field, Pirates Charities will host a special VIP party in the PNC Park Press Conference Room with pediatric cancer guests beginning at 5 p.m. The party will include face painting, airbrush tattoos, snacks, player and mascot meet and greets, and more.

o Arnie’s March: Following the caping ceremony, pediatric cancer guests and Pirates players and coaches will take part in a special Arnie’s March along the third base line. The march is a signature Palmer Foundation event to raise funds and awareness in the fight against childhood cancer.

· First Pitch: Amy Palmer Saunders, Arnold Palmer’s daughter, will throw out a ceremonial first pitch in memory of her father, whose 90th birthday would have been September 10. The Arnold and Winnie Palmer Foundation is devoted to helping children facing challenges and works to help children fighting cancer.

· Spidey Sense: Tonight, the first 20,000 fans with paid admission to PNC Park will receive a Pirates Spider-Man Bobblehead, presented by Allegheny Health Network.

· Happy Hour: Tonight, the Pirates will host a special Happy Hour, presented by Jim Beam, in the Jim Beam Left Field Lounge from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Fans can visit the area for discounted Jim Beam drinks, live music and more.

Sunday, September 8, 2019 -- Pirates vs. St. Louis Cardinals (1:35 p.m.)

· Kids Day: Come down early and join the fun as the Family Fun Zone will be open on Federal Street from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lined up outside PNC Park will be inflatable rides, baseball games, face painting, information about the Bucaroos Kids Club, presented by Chick-fil-A, and more.

· Collectible Truck: Today, all kids 14 and under will receive a free Kids W.B. Mason collectible truck, presented by W.B. Mason.

· Kids Run the Bases: Kids attending today’s game are invited to stick around after to run the bases on the field at PNC Park with the Kids Run the Bases, presented by Rivendale Farms.

· Clint Hurdle Bunch: Today, Pirates Charities will host a special pregame brunch and meet and greet with Clint Hurdle for 95 guests from the Prader Willi Syndrome Association, PA Chapter (PWSA-PA) in PNC Park’s Press Conference Room. PWSA-USA provides support for individuals, families, professionals and organizations and is a resource for education and information about Prader-Willi Syndrome. The morning event is complete with airbrush tattoos, face painting, balloon animals and goody bags.

· Pitch for Hope: The Pitch for Hope Women's Baseball Clinic is a unique on-field experience led by the Pirates coaching staff. Participants will learn hitting, pitching, fielding and more. After the clinic participants and their guests will enjoy a private brunch. Tickets are $68 and include the baseball clinic, pregame brunch and game tickets. For complete information and to order tickets visit pirates.com/pitchforhope.

· Watson Institute Visit: Today, Pirates Charities is partnering with supporter Joe Knetzer to welcome 28 children from the Watson Institute for a special day at PNC Park. Children from the Institute and their families will watch the game from PNC Park’s World Series Suites with a day full of fun with face painting, airbrush tattoos and balloon animals, and each child will receive a goody bag filled with Pirates items. The Watson Institute is an educational organization in Western Pennsylvania made up of special education schools, programs and resources.

· Bucco Bingo: Join us today for some Bucco Bingo in the Crow’s Nest area of PNC Park. Pirates broadcaster Bob Walk will be in attendance to lead the fun that includes pregame meal, games and more from 11:35 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information and to reserve your spot, visit pirates.com/bingo.

2020 Renewals and Information

Throughout the homestand fans looking to renew their Pirates Season Tickets for 2020 or fans looking for 2020 Season Ticket information including available plans, benefits and more, may visit our special Season Ticket area in the Jim Beam Left Field Lounge. The 2020 schedule along with the promotions schedule has been released, so now is a great time to reserve your seats and make us a part of your summer plans for next year! For complete information on all available season ticket plans, please visit pirates.com/2020.

Pierogy Race Sweepstakes

The Pirates have partnered with Mrs. T’s Pierogies to give fans the chance to take part in the Great Pittsburgh Pierogy Race at PNC Park. Now through September 18, 2019, fans can enter for a chance to be on the field during the Pierogy Race and take part as a “Race Official.” One winner will be chosen for each remaining Sunday home game and fans can enter at pirates.com/pierogyrace. Each winner will receive four tickets for one 2019 Pittsburgh Pirates Sunday regular season home game; the opportunity for the Winner and his/her three guests to be on the field for the Pierogy Race and for Winner (or one of his/her guests) to serve as the "Race Official"; and one Pittsburgh Pirates-themed prize pack consisting of merchandise and/or memorabilia items.

Pirates Charities 50/50 Raffles

The Pirates Charities 50/50 Raffle, supported by Rivers Casino, will take place during each Pirates home game throughout the season. Raffle ticket prices are two (2) tickets for $5, 5 tickets for $10, 20 tickets for $20 and 80 tickets for $40 with all proceeds benefiting Pirates Charities. Raffle ticket sales close after the last out in the sixth inning. The winning number will be drawn and announced in the 8th inning and the winner will receive 50 percent of the total pot. Winning numbers will also be posted on pirates.com/5050raffle within three business days.

Groups at PNC

A Pirates group outing 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 pricing and benefits when bringing 10 or more people to PNC Park. For more information regarding purchasing a group package, call 1-800-BUY-BUCS or visit pirates.com/groups.

Hunt Auctions Kiosk

Located on the main concourse behind section 125, the Hunt Auctions kiosk is your one and only source for game-used and autographed items at PNC Park. Stop by to own your piece of the 2018 Pirates season or check out our new autographed and game-used products featuring Josh Bell, Starling Marte, Jameson Taillon and more.

Fan Values

• Chick-fil-A Friday Pack: Thru this great offer, fans get four tickets to any remaining Pirates Friday game in September along with four Chick-fil-A® promotional cards, each good for one free Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich meal to be used at local participating Chick-fil-A restaurants. For more information, visit pirates.com/4pack.
• Papa John’s Student Discount: Students now have the opportunity to get $10 tickets EVERY GAME, plus free offers and special discounts from Papa John's. Tickets will be delivered exclusively through the MLB Ballpark app. For tickets and more information, visit pirates.com/students.
• Pirates Great Taste Ticket: For only $20 per ticket, the new mobile-only ticket offer includes a seat in a great seating location at PNC Park and one complimentary beverage in the new Miller Lite Skull Bar. For more information and to purchase a Great Taste Ticket, visit pirates.com/greattaste.
• Pirates Cove (Sections 201- 205): Tickets in the right field Pirates Cove area offer a great view as well as access to the new $5 or less value items menu. Pirates Cove tickets are just $30 each and include bottomless popcorn, peanuts and soda.
• Giant Eagle Advantage Card: The Pirates and Giant Eagle partner to offer fans a chance to save up to half off on tickets to select home games. Visit pirates.com/advantagecard for more details.
• PNC Bank Pirates Card: The Pirates and PNC Bank team up to offer discounted tickets for select games at PNC Park. Fans can use their PNC Bank Pirates card and save up to half off to all Sunday through Friday games throughout the season. For tickets and more information visit pirates.com/pnccheckcard.

For a complete list of the 2019 Pirates promotions and special events, visit pirates.com/promotions.