MLB Opening Day has arrived.
Many cities that host this event take advantage of the opportunity to hold tailgates, parades, and parties for fans before and sometimes even after the game.
If the team you’re a fan of is traveling for this year’s opening game, many bars and restaurants at the team’s home base will host big game viewing parties for fans to attend. Additionally, if a team does not host an opening game, some teams instead hold a big celebration before their home opener.
MLB opening day is March 28, 2024. (Aaron Doster/Getty Images)
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Take a look at how these five teams are celebrating Opening Day this year.
- cincinnati reds
- houston astros
- kansas city royals
- miami marlins
- san diego padres
1. Cincinnati Reds
This year, the Cincinnati Reds will host the Washington Nationals on Opening Day.
Before heading to Great American Ball Park for the game, fans can enjoy the 2024 Findlay Market Opening Day Parade starting at noon. This is a very popular event in the city. Last year’s attendance was estimated at 130,000 people, according to the event’s website.
The Findlay Market Opening Day Parade is a big deal for Cincinnati Reds fans. (Ian Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
The block party will kick off just before that at 11 a.m. The block party will feature plenty of food, drinks, and entertainment for the whole family to enjoy.
2. Houston Astros
This year, the Houston Astros will host the New York Yankees. An Opening Day Street Fest will be held prior to the game.
The event will run from noon to 3 p.m. There will be live music, face painting, a photo booth, inflatables, balloon displays, food trucks, yard games and more.
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There is no admission fee required for this event, but a March 28th game ticket is required to attend.
3. Kansas City Royals
On March 28th, the Kansas City Royals will host the Minnesota Twins at Kauffman Stadium.
Get to the game early to win a free bobblehead. Bobbleheads will be distributed to the first 30,000 fans.
Before the game begins, fans will enjoy a pregame concert by Lost Wax.
4. Miami Marlins
The Miami Marlins will host the Pittsburgh Pirates at Lorne Depot Park on Opening Day.
Marlins fans can show their pride with a fan parade to the ballpark before the game begins. If you want to join the parade, come in your best Marlins attire and meet other fans at Domino His Park Thursday at 1 p.m.
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One of the first 30,000 fans to arrive at the park will receive a free rally towel.
The Miami Marlins will host the Pittsburgh Pirates at Lorne Depot Park on Opening Day. (Megan Briggs/Getty Images)
5. San Diego Padres
Padres fans will feel on top of the world with pregame and postgame celebrations.
5 O’Clock Somewhere Rooftop Bar, part of the Margaritaville Hotel, will host pregame and postgame celebrations on Opening Day.
Participation in this event is free, but you must reserve a seat.
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March 28th is just the beginning of a fun weekend in San Diego. A Party in the Park event will be held on Friday with live entertainment and $5 drinks. There will be live music by the Padres House Band on Saturday.
