LOS ANGELES - Viva Los Dodgers presented by Spectrum, now in its eighth season, returns this Sunday, May 28 at 11:10 a.m. (auto gates open at 10:40 a.m.) prior to the 1:10 p.m. game against the Chicago Cubs. Fans will have a chance to get an autograph from WBC World Lightweight Champion Mikey Garcia who will be signing from 11:10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
As part of the Viva Los Dodgers program celebrating South America, fans will have the opportunity to hear from legendary broadcaster Jaime Jarrin during an on-stage interview at approximately 11:45 a.m. followed by an autograph session. The Hall of Fame broadcaster is currently in his 59th season as Dodgers Spanish play-by-play announcer and was recently featured on HBO's Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel. Bohemia Dance, INCA Peruvian Dance Ensemble, Seis Cuerdas and DJ Angie Vee will provide live entertainment, while fans can enjoy various activities at the historic 76 station including a batting cage and pitching inflatable as well as carnival games. Dodger alumnus Al "The Bull" Ferrara will also sign autographs at Viva Los Dodgers following Garcia's appearance.
Viva Los Dodgers includes live music, giveaways and sponsorship activations that offer family friendly activities. Talent that has performed at Viva Los Dodgers includes Grammy and Latin Grammy nominees and winners. Fans that attend Viva Los Dodgers also have the chance to meet, take photos with and receive autographs from current and former Dodger players. Current Dodgers that made appearances at Viva Los Dodgers last season include Pedro Báez, Adrian González, Julio Urías, and Yasiel Puig. Dodger broadcasters Jaime Jarrín, Jorge Jarrín, Fernando Valenzuela and Pepe Yñiguez make appearances every year.
Viva Los Dodgers takes place on the last Sunday of every month two hours prior to the game. This season-long Dodger initiative celebrates Latino culture in Los Angeles and the legacy of Latino Dodgers past and present at a family friendly pregame festival at the historic 76 station. Every Viva Los Dodgers event includes a theme and is free with a game-day ticket. All Dodger fans are welcome. Current and former Dodger player appearances and talent additions will be announced throughout the season. Viva Los Dodgers culminates with La Gran Fiesta Viva Los Dodgers on Saturday, September 23.
Fans can get more information on Viva Los Dodgers and purchase tickets at www.dodgers.com/viva, www.losdodgers.com/viva, or by calling 866-DODGERS. Fans can follow the Dodgers' official Spanish-language Twitter handle @LosDodgers all season and for special Viva Los Dodgers content.
Viva Los Dodgers round two with Mikey Garcia presented by Spectrum and Coca-Cola
Viva Los Dodgers presented by Spectrum, now in its eighth season, returns this Sunday, May 28 at 11:10 a.m. (auto gates open at 10:40 a.m.) prior to the 1:10 p.m. game against the Chicago Cubs. Fans will have a chance to get an autograph from WBC World Lightweight Champion Mikey Garcia who will be signing from 11:10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
May 27th, 2017