What’s Happening This Week at Citizens Bank Park: Phillies vs. Red Sox, July 21-23

Nelly Postgame Concert presented by Jim Beam; Ceremonial first pitches by former pitchers’ Robert Person and J.C. Romero and ceremonial Y2K Retro Night base changes by John LeClair, Marc Jackson and Ike Reese; Phillies Ballgirls Christmas in July Toy Drive to benefit PAL, as part of Phillies and IBX Give Back and ESPN national broadcast on Wednesday

July 21st, 2025

Come cheer on the Phillies as they close out the homestand with a three-game series against the Boston Red Sox on Monday, July 21 to Wednesday, July 23, at Citizens Bank Park. Tickets are available for all three games. Here’s a look at some of the fan highlights:

  1. The series begins on Monday, July 21, at 6:45 p.m. with I Heart Phillies Night presented by Temple Heart & Vascular Institute. Gate openings: 3B/LF – 4:45 p.m.; all other gates 5:15 p.m.
    • Lauren Chapple, a patient of the Temple Heart & Vascular Institute’s advanced pulmonary hypertension program, with throw the ceremonial first pitch.
    • The award-wining Pine Barons’ four-part harmony Barbershop chorus, under the direction of Rich Gray, will sing the national anthem.
    • Stop by the First Base Plaza for information on the Temple Heart & Vascular Institute.
    • At the end of the 3rd inning, MSgt. Timothy Cook will be honored as that night’s Hometown Hero presented by Toyota.
  2. Your game ticket is your concert ticket on Tuesday, July 22, for the Nelly Postgame Concert presented by Jim Beam after the 6:45 p.m. game! Gate openings: 3B/LF – 4:45 p.m.; all other gates 5:15 p.m.
    • It’s Y2K Retro Night! Be on the lookout for early 2000's inspired graphics on PhanaVision. Also, retro music will be played by DJ Scooter, as well as an organist, behind Section 148.
    • Phillies alum Robert Person, who pitched from 1999-2002, will throw a ceremonial first pitch.
    • At the end of the 3rd inning, Y2K Philly athletes will take the field for a ceremonial base change, including John LeClair of the Flyers, Marc Jackson of the 76ers and Ike Reese of the Eagles.
  3. Check out MLB’s newest collaboration, Phillies x Aviator Nation, at the Third Base Plaza on July 21 and 22. Aviator Nation classics meet iconic Phillies pride in this exclusive, limited-edition capsule, available once gates open. Afterwards, grab this limited-edition collection at the New Era Phillies Team Store before it’s gone!
  4. The series concludes on Wednesday, July 23, at the 7:05 p.m. game, exclusively broadcast on ESPN. Fans are encouraged to donate new and unwrapped toys at the entrance gates in honor of the Phillies Ballgirls Christmas in July Toy Drive, as part of Phillies and IBX Give Back. Gate openings: 3B/LF – 5:05 p.m.; all other gates 5:35 p.m.
    • The IBX Blue Crew and Phillies Ballgirls will team up to collect new, unwrapped toys from fans at the entrance gates. All donations will benefit children ages 6 to 18, served by the Police Athletic League of Philadelphia. Please note: PAL has asked that fans refrain from donating toy guns, including water guns or Nerf-style guns.
    • As part of Puerto Rico Day presented by Discover Puerto Rico, former pitcher C. Romero, who played for the Phillies from 2007-2010, will throw a ceremonial first pitch.
  5. For this series only, Sofiabella Pizzeria of Bensalem, PA, will be offering its spicy chicken cheesesteak, paired with a Sprite, at the Coca-Cola Corner in the left field plaza.
    • This signature sandwich is topped with mayo, cilantro, fried onions and homemade spicy sauce.
  6. 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 Monday and Tuesday’s games on NBCSP. Tuesday’s game will also be available on TBS. Watch Wednesday’s game exclusively on ESPN. 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.

CONTACT: Jack Glenn, Business Communications Assistant, jglenn@phillies.com, 267-570-2270