What’s Happening This Weekend at Citizens Bank Park: Phillies vs. Angels, July 18-20

Be in your seats early on Friday for the special pregame ceremony to commence the countdown for the 2026 MLB All-Star Game presented by Mastercard! Ceremonial first pitch from Eagles first round pick Jihaad Campbell! Plus, PECO J.T. Realmuto Bobble Figurine; Brandon Marsh Basketball Jersey presented by CP Rankin Roofing Experts; and Faith & Baseball with J.T. and Lexi Realmuto!

July 18th, 2025

The Phils are back from the All-Star break for a three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels at Citizens Bank Park! Tickets are available for all three games. Here’s a look at some of the fan highlights:

  1. Be in your seats by 6:00 on Friday, July 18, for Philadelphia’s 2026 All-Star Declaration with Phillies All-Star legends to officially commence the countdown to the first MLB All-Star Game at Citizens Bank Park. Plus, all fans will receive a PECO J.T. Realmuto Bobble Figurine. Gate openings: 3B/LF – 4:45 p.m.; all other gates 5:15 p.m.
    • At 4:15 p.m., Philadelphia’s 2026 All-Star Declaration Bus Tour will make its final stop at Citizens Bank Park on Citizens Bank Way.
    • Be on the lookout for U.S. Navy Leap Frogs as they parachute into the ballpark with the 2026 All-Star Game banner.
    • Former Phillies All-Stars and Home Run Derby champions Bobby Abreu and Ryan Howard will throw ceremonial first pitches.
    • Also before the game, designated hitter Kyle Schwarber will be recognized on-field for his recent MLB All-Star Game MVP honors.
    • Plus, check out the brand-new logo for the 2026 MLB All-Star Game presented by Mastercard on the tower above Ashburn Alley in center field.
    • GP Bosse IV, a 9-year-old boy who is the founder of the GP Bosse 4 Foundation, will be honored as the Phillies Ballgirls Ball Kid of the Month before the game. This once-in-a-lifetime experience is given each month to a child battling a disease.
    • The Phillies will wear their City Connect uniforms as part of another Lights Up // Friday Night at the Bank.
    • Prior to the first pitch, Miller Lite 12 oz. cans will be available at Miller Lite Liberty Landing for $6.99.
  1. Children 14 and under will receive a Brandon Marsh Basketball Jersey presented by CP Rankin Roofing Experts at the game on Saturday, July 19, at 6:05 p.m. Gate openings: 3B/LF – 3:35 p.m.; all other gates 4:35 p.m.
    • Philadelphia Eagles linebacker and 2025 first round pick Jihaad Campbell will throw a ceremonial first pitch.
    • Fans can enjoy the pregame Budweiser Block Party with DJ HBK at the Budweiser Batter’s Eye Bar behind Section 148.
    • At the end of the 3rd inning, First Sergeant Patrick Murphy, who served for over 20 years in the Army with 11 deployments, will be honored as that night’s Hometown Hero presented by Toyota.
  1. The series concludes on Sunday, July 20, when the Phillies take on the Angels at 1:35 p.m. After the game, fans are invited to the lower seating bowl for Faith & Baseball with J.T. and Lexi Realmuto, with an honest conversation about their faith journey and music from Christian artists Juan and Melodee DeVevo of Casting Crowns. Gate openings: 3B/LF – 11:05 a.m.; all other gates 12:05 p.m.
    • The members of Casting Crowns will also throw a ceremonial first pitch before the game.
    • Also before the game, Sarah Damato, a teacher at Springfield High School in Springfield, Pa., will be honored on-field as part of the Independence Blue Cross Honor Roll program. The program recognizes teachers who are hitting it out of the park with their achievements both in and out of the classroom.
    • Fans can enjoy complimentary face painting at The Yard before and during the game.
  1. Stop by the New Era Phillies Team Store for commemorative merchandise celebrating the 2026 MLB All-Star Game presented by Mastercard! This exclusive collection will launch at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, July 18.
  1. Bid on unique autographed items in the Phillies Charities Online Auction until 6:00 p.m. on July 30, at com/auctions.
    • Features signed memorabilia from players including Alec Bohm, Nick Castellanos, Bryce Harper, J.T. Realmuto, Cristopher Sánchez, Kyle Schwarber, Matt Strahm, Ranger Suárez and Trea Turner.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:

  • Broadcast: Watch all three games on NBC Sports Philadelphia. Listen on 94 WIP and WTTM 1680. Also available on 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 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.