Home Opener Details - Friday, April 3, 2026

7 a.m. The O.G. at McGregor Square opens

9 a.m. Opening Day festivities presented by Coors Light begins at McGregor Square, featuring games and activities for all ages

• McGregor Square Food+Drink opens
• Coors Field parking lots open

10:30 a.m. Live DJ duo throughout the day at McGregor Square

11:15 a.m. Rockies Batting Practice

12 p.m. All gates open

• 2026 Magnet Schedule Giveaway presented by Arrow Electronics to all fans

12:20 p.m. Phillies Batting Practice

1:15 p.m. Pregame Ceremonies begin

• First pitch by Colorado FIRST Robotics students Rishabh Kapoor and Narelle Boyer, presented by Arrow Electronics: Kapoor and Boyer each received the Innovation Award Scholarship in honor of Tony English, who dedicated his life to developing youth robots in Colorado. Both students are being recognized for their innovative solutions to complex problems and for inspiring others to also “think outside the box”.
• First pitch by Boys & Girls Club City Youth of the Year Justin Boniface: Justin, a freshman at Denver West High School, is a member of the Cope Branch Boys & Girls Club and was chosen as the Boys and Girls Club Jr. Youth of the Year for his outstanding leadership and commitment to his club and community.
• First pitch by David McReynolds: David has been a Rockies Season Ticket Holder since the inaugural 1993 season.
• Introductions of the Phillies and Rockies
• Presentation of center field flag by U.S. Armed Services Honor Guard and local first responders
• National anthem performed by Stellar Brass with Technical Sergeant Matthew Brooker, accompanied by fireworks
• Planned flyover conducted by the F-16 Fighting Falcons, flown by pilots of the 140th Wing, Colorado Air National Guard out of Buckley Space Force Base
• C Hunter Goodman 2025 Silver Slugger ceremony

2:08 p.m. Rockies take the field, accompanied by fireworks

2:10 p.m. Play ball!

7th Inning Stretch - Hero of the Game honoree, Senior Airman Jackson Brock and “God Bless America” performed by Technical Sergeant Matthew Brooker

Mid-8th Break - Flyover pilots and staff recognition

NEW BITS & BITES

Birdcall (Right Field Mezzanine)

Located on the newly revamped Mezzanine Level in right field near section 204, the Denver-born craft chicken brand will offer Rockies fans a new go-to for its signature chicken sandwiches, tenders, nuggets and tots at the “Birdcall Deck.”

Wit Love (Section 134)

An all-new food stand located at section 134 will feature Philly cheesesteaks: shaved rib eye, Cooper sharp cheese, and caramelized onion on an 8-inch Amoroso roll.

Mac on Deck (Section 115)

A new food stand featuring five unique mac and cheese favorites:

• Loaded Mac – bacon bits, cheddar jack, blue cheese crumbles, green onion and sour cream
• Vegan Mac – vegan mozzarella cheese and green onion
• Buffalo Mac – buffalo sauce, chicken, bacon bits, blue cheese crumble and green onion
• Ballpark Mac – traditional mac, hot dogs, green onion and shredded cheddar jack cheese
• Classic Mac – traditional mac & cheese

Blue Moon Brewhouse at The SandLot (Right Field Corner)

A Coors Field cornerstone, The SandLot Brewery will feature their beer Key Lime Pie in the Sky, a Great American Beer Fest Gold Medal Winner.

New Foods Around the Ballpark

• 9/9/9 Challenge (Section 139) – 9 slider hot dogs, 9 flights of beer (4 oz. each) in 9 innings

• Glizzilla (Section 157) – 1-pound, 23-inch all-beef hot dog on a 19-inch sub roll.

• Mamalona (Sandlot Smokehouse) – Red Chile tortilla, shredded romaine lettuce, shredded green cabbage, house-smoked BBQ brisket, hot Cheeto dusted pork belly, chihuahua cheese, Carolina gold BBQ sauce, avocado crema, fresh avocado

• Pizza Donut (Section 109) – Plain donut, garlic butter, grated parmesan, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, marinera sauce, topped with pesto sauce and Italian seasoning

Arrive early as there is expected to be heavy demand for parking throughout downtown. Fans are strongly encouraged to arrive at least one hour early to be in their seats for first pitch!

Parking lots will open at 9 a.m.

Coors Field parking lots are located off Park Avenue at Wazee (take the 38^th / Park exit off I-25).

• Parking lots will open at 9 a.m.
• For easiest entry on Opening Day, fans are strongly encouraged to arrive at least one hour early and plan to be in their seats by 1:00 p.m. as Opening Day pregame ceremonies begin promptly at 1:15 p.m.
• All Rockies tickets are digital and must be accessed through the MLB Ballpark app. From the Ballpark app, fans will need to add tickets to their Apple Wallet (iPhone) or Google Wallett (Android) for entry at Coors Field.
• Only single-pocket, medical and diaper bags that are no larger than 16”x16”x8” can be brought into the ballpark. Backpacks and other multi-pocket bags, including multi-pocket purses, are NOT permitted. All permitted bags will be subject to search.
• Coors Field is primarily a cashless facility. Apple Pay is accepted in all ballpark retail and concession locations.