What’s Happening this Weekend: Phillies vs. Mets, June 23-25

June 22nd, 2023

Pride Night Presented by The GIANT Company, Ceremonial Pitches by Lil Dicky and Torque,
a Highly-Trained Helicopter Dog, and Phans Feeding Families Day and Food Drive

Plus, TAPS recognized as Kyle Schwarber’s Neighborhood Heroes

TRAFFIC ADVISORY!

Come cheer on the Philadelphia Phillies as they take on the New York Mets on Friday, June 23, to Sunday, June 25, at Citizens Bank Park! Here’s a look at some of the fan highlights surrounding the games:

  1. On Friday, June 23, the Phillies will host Pride Night presented by The GIANT Company at the 7:05 p.m. game. Plus, there will be a ceremonial first pitch by Torque, the sought-after crime-fighting dog.
  • In honor of the evening, both the Liberty Bell outside of the Third Base Gate and the Liberty Bell on top of the CP Rankin Rooftop will be lit in Pride colors, there will be a Pride flag flown in Ashburn Alley, the Philadelphia Gay Men’s Chorus will sing the national anthem, and Philly Cheer Elite, an all-volunteer cheerleading organization comprised of LGBTQ+ and ally adults, will perform with the Phanatic in the 5th
  • Also featured: Yard Pong and games by Section 210, courtesy of The GIANT Company, and information will be at the First Base Plaza on the Mazzoni Center, which provides quality, comprehensive health and wellness services in an LGBTQ-focused environment.
  • Other on-field highlights include a special ceremonial first pitch by Torque, a K-9 assigned to a UH-1 Huey and who holds the world record for “The Dog With The Most Flights in a Huey Helicopter.” Torque also specializes in electronic storage device detection.
  • Plus, former Phillie David Robertson will be presented with his 2022 NL Championship ring by Managing Partner and Chief Executive Officer John Middleton and President of Baseball Operations David Dombrowski.
  • Prior to the game, Kyle Schwarber will host members of TAPS, which cares for the families of America’s fallen soldiers, as part of his Neighborhood Heroes program.
  1. On Saturday, June 24, the 4:05 p.m. game is dedicated to providing hunger relief as part of the ballpark-wide Phans Feeding Families Day, Food Drive and Online Auction, hosted by Citizens, Philabundance, Aaron Nola and the Phillies. For every $1 donated, two meals can be provided to help children and families in need! Here’s how to support the cause:
  • Purchase a Phans Feeding Families Theme Night ticket, where $4 per ticket purchased will benefit Philabundance.
  • Bring a donation of non-perishable food to the entrance gates. Recommended items include plastic jars of peanut butter and jelly, canned tuna and pasta. Those who donate will receive a voucher for discounted tickets to select games. 
  • Stop by the Third Base Plaza to digitally purchase food for the cause, courtesy of The GIANT Company, who will also be on site with fan giveaways. Those who donate will also have the chance to meet 1993 National League champion Mickey Morandini.
  • Donate virtually at org/phans-feeding-families or by texting PHANSFEED to 44-321.
  • Check out the team-issued and game-used autographed memorabilia on display at the First Base Plaza! All items are up for bid until Monday, June 26, and part of the Phillies Charities, Inc. Online Auction benefitting Philabundance. Auction items include baseballs, jerseys, batting helmets, caps, a pitching rubber and more signed by manager Rob Thomson and players such as Aaron Nola, Alec Bohm, Nick Castellanos, Bryce Harper, Rhys Hoskins, J.T. Realmuto, Kyle Schwarber, Bryson Stott and Zack Wheeler.
  • Plus, there will be an on-field recognition of Phans Feeding Families supporters, with participants including Aaron Nola, Citizens, Philabundance and their mascot Phil A. Beet, Aramark, The Campbell Soup Company, Goya Foods, Hatfield Quality Meats, KPMG, The GIANT Company, SEPTA and Toyota.

Also happening Saturday: rapper, comedian and actor Lil Dicky will throw a ceremonial first pitch, and there will be a pregame Budweiser Block Party at the Budweiser Batter’s Eye Bar (behind Section 148).

  1. On Sunday, June 25, the homestand concludes with the 1:35 p.m. game against the Mets.
  • Fans are invited to stop by Pass and Stow (outside the Third Base Plaza) from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. to watch a live radio broadcast of the Baseball Insiders Show with Phillies John Brazer and 1993 National League champion Tommy Greene on 1490 WBCB, a Phillies radio affiliate.
  1. As part of the Phillies summer menu at Citizens Bank Park, fans can enjoy a limited time Seasons Inning Stretch Cotton Candy Milkshake behind Section 102. Plus, mobile ordering now includes Miller Lite Liberty Landing, Manco & Manco@ Foundry Pizza, Pass and Stow and Shake Shack!
  • Order your favorite menu items and skip the line when ordering through the MLB Ballpark App. Simply touch the Mobile Ordering tile in the Ballpark App, select your food and beverage choice, and pay using a credit card or Apple Pay/Google Pay.
  1. Traffic Advisory: Due to the I-95 incident, please be aware of detours in effect on I-95 when traveling to Citizens Bank Park. Fans should allow for extra time when traveling to the ballpark.

More Need-to-Know Information:

  • Access Tickets & More: Use the free MLB Ballpark app for your guide to Citizens Bank Park and to access tickets (including Sports Complex parking), forward tickets to friends, use the interactive concourse maps and enjoy games.
  • Broadcast: Friday’s game will be broadcast on Apple TV+; Saturday’s game will be broadcast on FS1 and NBCSP, and Sunday’s game will be broadcast on NBCSP and MLBN (out-of-market only). All games will be broadcast on 94 WIP and WTTM 1680. Games will also be available on com and the NBC Sports app.
  • Gate Openings: Gates open 90 minutes before game time.
  • Uber RideShare Lot: Lot T is designated for Uber RideShare. Fans should exit the Third Base Gate and walk along Pattison Avenue toward Broad Street to enter the lot and request a vehicle, which will meet each rider in the designated area. The lot includes an Uber-branded lounge with seating and a charging station.
  • Parking: Please click here for a parking map. Parking for Phillies games is cashless. Methods of payment include credit/debit cards and mobile payment (Apple Pay and Google Pay). To expedite entry, pre-paid parking passes may also be purchased prior to the game.
  1. Stay informed! Follow @PhilliesCBP on Twitter and like the official Citizens Bank Park Facebook page.