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Aug 23, 2023

Happening Homestand: Padres Home Hoodie, BeerFest and Ha

FriarWire Follow FriarWire -- Listen Share Monday, August 14 vs. Baltimore Orioles @ 6:40 P.M. The Padres return home from their 10th road trip of the 2023 season to start their 11th homestand — a

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Monday, August 14 vs. Baltimore Orioles @ 6:40 P.M.

The Padres return home from their 10th road trip of the 2023 season to start their 11th homestand — a 10-day, 10-game stretch — beginning Monday, August 14, when the Baltimore Orioles come to town. With large crowds anticipated for the upcoming homestand, fans are encouraged to arrive early and consider utilizing the Trolley, COASTER or ride share to America’s #1 Ballpark.

The Player Hat Series returns this homestand, with Monday’s Theme Game featuring Padres starting pitcher Yu Darvish (THEME GAME SOLD OUT).

Tuesday, August 15 vs. Baltimore Orioles @ 6:40 P.M.

On Tuesday, there will be a Salute to First Responders: Women on the Front Linesprior to the game, which will include a baseline ceremony featuring more than 70 female first responders from 22 different San Diego County agencies, a $10,000 check presentation to Firefighter Aid from AmeriVet and the Padres Foundation, a presentation of the Padres Hero of the Day, and nine female first responders from San Diego County agencies will take the field with Padres starters prior to the game.

The Padres will celebrate Panamanian Heritage on Tuesday in community partnership with the House of Panama and the San Diego Panama Sister City Society. A limited-edition themed Padres hat and a donation to a local community group are available exclusively with the purchase of a Panamanian Heritage Celebration Theme Game package here.

Wednesday, August 16 vs. Baltimore Orioles @ 5:40 P.M.

Wednesday is highlighted by a Padres Hoodie Giveaway presented by SERVPRO, available to the first 40,000 fans in attendance. Hoodies are available in Youth Large, Adult Medium, Large, XL and XXL on a first come, first serve basis, and subject to availability.

Season Ticket Members are encouraged to arrive early on Wednesday to watch the Padres take batting practice prior to the game. Members can enter through East Village Gate as early as 2:00 p.m., with select Members receiving a credential to sit in designated seating closer to the field. Custom Rawlings baseballs with golden stitches will be mixed in during Padres batting practice, and the lucky fans who catch or retrieve the golden balls will be able to redeem them for a replica Padres jersey of their choice at the Padres Team Store.

Thursday, August 17 vs. Arizona Diamondbacks @ 6:10 P.M.

For two special nights, the Padres are celebrating their iconic broadcasting duo with Don and Mud Bobblehead Night. A limited-edition talking Don and Mud Bobblehead is available exclusively with the purchase of a dedicated Theme Game package here.

Bark at the Park #4 presented by Petco Park returns on Thursday (THEME GAME SOLD OUT).

Friday, August 18 vs. Arizona Diamondbacks @ 6:40 P.M.

City Connect Friday returns as the Padres will wear their Nike San Diego City Connect jersey on the field Friday featuring iconic California imagery with the vibrant colors of the Baja peninsula, honoring a blend of cultures that makes the city so special. The jersey evokes a pink and yellow sunset dropping behind the Pacific Ocean on a clear summer day.

Party in the Park: BeerFest presented by Southwest Airlines returns on Friday, featuring live music and $5 beer specials from local and national breweries available in Gallagher Square from 4:00–6:30 p.m. Fans may enter Gallagher Square at 4 p.m., with all other Member and Public Gates opening at 4:30 p.m.

Don and Mud Bobblehead Night returns to Petco Park on Friday. More information about the special Theme Game package is available here (FRIDAY’S THEME GAME IS SOLD OUT).

Friday is also Law Enforcement Night at Petco Park. Prior to the game, there will be a Home Plate ceremony that includes the presentation of the Law Enforcement Officers of the Year and a warning track salute.

Saturday, August 19 vs. Arizona Diamondbacks @ 5:40 P.M.

The Padres House Band returns Saturday and will perform on the Sycuan Stage in Gallagher Square prior to the game, featuring a mix of rock, oldies, pop and country music.

Sunday, August 20 vs. Arizona Diamondbacks @ 1:10 P.M.

The first 8,000 kids in attendance on Sunday will receive a Padres Pop It presented by UC San Diego Health.

KidsFest presented by SDG&E is back at Gallagher Square and activities including:

Carnival games, airbrush tattoo artists, balloon artists, inflatables and more kid-friendly activities are available prior to every Sunday home game.

Following the game, kids 14 and under are invited to run the bases. Kids and their families can begin lining up following the conclusion of the eighth inning at the top of the ramp leading to the Craft Pier presented by Ballast Point on K Street.

The Padres will observe Military Appreciation Day presented by USAA at Petco Park by honoring the United States Navy. There will be a special military salute during the pregame ceremony, and nine military representatives will take the field with Padres starters as part of Military Takes the Field.

Monday, August 21 vs. Miami Marlins @ 6:40 P.M.

Monday is San Diego Zoo Night at Petco Park presented by the San Diego Zoo, featuring a limited-edition Rex the Lion bobblehead available exclusively with the purchase of a dedicated Theme Game package here.

Tuesday, August 22 vs. Miami Marlins @ 6:40 P.M.

The first 40,000 fans in attendance on Tuesday will receive a Ha-Seong Kim Bobblehead Giveaway that features a removable helmet.

During the pregame ceremonies, Ha-Seong Kim will also be recognized as the Padres representative for the 2023 Major League Baseball Players Association Heart & Hustle Award, which honors active players who demonstrate a passion for the game of baseball and best embody the values, spirit and traditions of the game.

Wednesday, August 23 vs. Miami Marlins @ 1:10 P.M.

The Padres wrap up their 10-game homestand Wednesday with a game against the Marlins scheduled for 1:10 p.m.

Click here for a complete guide to everything you need to know before you go to Homestand №11 at Petco Park.