This Weekend at Citizens Bank Park: Phillies vs. Marlins, April 18-20

Lights Up//Friday Night at the Bank, Nike Urban Youth Academy Recognition
and BradyPLUS Nick Castellanos Wristbands;

Plus, Citizens Phanatic Birthday celebration, featuring a dance competition with local mascots and more!

The homestand continues with a three-game series against the Miami Marlins, April 18-20. Here’s a look at some of the fan highlights surrounding the weekend games at Citizens Bank Park:

1. The series begins on Friday, April 18, with another Lights Up // Friday Night at the Bank at 6:45 p.m. Gate openings: 3B/LF – 4:45 p.m.; all other gates 5:15 p.m.

• It’s the first Scouts Night of the season. Limited Theme Night tickets remain; the first 4,000 fans to purchase will receive a voucher for an exclusive Phillies scout patch.
• Prior to first pitch, Miller Lite 12 oz. cans are available at Miller Lite Liberty Landing for $6.99.
• Also pregame, Nike Urban Youth Academy baseball and softball teams will be recognized on-field.

2. On Saturday, April 19, before the 1:05 p.m. game, all children 14 and under will receive BradyPLUS Nick Castellanos Wristbands. Gate openings: 3B/LF – 10:35 a.m.; all other gates 11:35 a.m.

• In honor of World Liver Day, there will be a special ceremonial first pitch by Maxwell, a young biliary atresia patient representing Maxwell’s Fight Against Biliary Atresia. Outfielder Nick Castellanos, who will catch the ball, supports the cause along with his wife, Jess.
• Before the game, fans can enjoy the Budweiser Block Party with DJ HBK at the Budweiser Batter’s Eye Bar behind Section 148.

3. Before the 1:35 p.m. game on Sunday, April 20, the Phillies will celebrate the best mascot in sports for the Citizens Phanatic Birthday! Be in your seats by 12:50 p.m. for the on-field fun. Gate openings: 3B/LF – 11:05 a.m.; all other gates 12:05 p.m.

• All children 14 and under will receive a Phanatic Widget Hat, courtesy of Citizens.
• The Phanatic will be joined by the Galapagos Gang, along with college and minor league mascots for a dance competition, which will be judged by professional Philadelphia sports mascots.
• The event features the presentation of a huge Phanatic birthday card compliments of Citizens, all before the entire ballpark is invited to sing “Happy Birthday” as a birthday cake, compliments of The GIANT Company, is delivered to the best mascot in sports.
• Kids can enjoy complimentary face painting at The Yard before and during the game.

4. Bid on the Phillies Charities Online Auction until 6:00 p.m. on April 30, at phillies.com/auctions**.**

• Features signed memorabilia from players including Bryce Harper, Aaron Nola, J.T. Realmuto, Kyle Schwarber, Trea Turner, Zack Wheeler and more.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:

• Broadcast: Watch all three games on NBC Sports Philadelphia. Listen on 94 WIP and WTTM 1680. Also available on nbcsportsphiladelphia.com and the NBC Sports app.
• Please click here for Know Before You Go information on accessing digital tickets, mobile parking passes, the bag policy, the Uber RideShare Lot and more. Plus, check out what’s new this season at Citizens Bank Park.
• Use the free MLB Ballpark App as your guide to Citizens Bank Park to access tickets (including sports complex parking), forward tickets to friends, use the interactive concourse maps and mobile ordering, enroll in Go-Ahead Entry, enjoy games and more.