The Cincinnati Reds will honor the legendary baseball career of Pete Rose with a special celebration on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at Great American Ball Park.
Gates are scheduled to open at 5:14 p.m. for Reds Season Ticket Members and 5:44 p.m. for all remaining gates.
All fans in attendance will receive a #14 Pete Rose replica jersey, modeled after the road uniform he wore during the Big Red Machine’s World Series victories in 1975 (Boston) and 1976 (New York).
Fans are asked to be in attendance for the pregame ceremonies scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m., featuring a Q&A session with Pete’s former teammates and friends, as well as special appearances by members of the Rose family.
The first pitch is scheduled for 7:14 p.m., a tribute to Rose’s iconic jersey number.
A very limited number of standing room only tickets are available at reds.com/Pete.
Schedule of events for Pete Rose Night – Wednesday, May 14
5:44 p.m. – Gates open to Great American Ball Park
- Pete #14 Replica Jersey: All fans in attendance will receive a #14 Pete Rose replica jersey featuring a commemorative “Pete Rose Night” tag. Adult size XL will be given to fans at ballpark gates. XL jerseys can be exchanged for Adult M or Adult 2XL at exchange tables near Gapper’s Alley (Terrace Level behind section 120) and the First Star Fan Zone, while supplies last.
6:30 p.m. – Pregame Ceremonies Begin
- Q&A with Pete’s Friends: With Hall of Fame broadcaster Marty Brennaman serving as emcee, Reds Hall of Famers George Foster, Ken Griffey Sr., Eric Davis and Barry Larkin will share stories and memories of Pete Rose.
- Pete Rose Video Tribute: Terry Francona and others will honor the Hit King with videoboard features.
- Honor Guard: Tonight’s colors will be presented by members of the United States Army. (Pete Rose joined the U.S. Army Reserves in 1963)
- Moment of Remembrance: Prior to the singing of the National Anthem, a 14-second Moment of Remembrance will be held to honor the life of Pete Rose.
- National Anthem: 14 students from Western Hills High School, Pete Rose’s alma mater, will sing the national anthem.
- Game Ball Delivery: Members of the Rose family will deliver the official game ball.
- Honorary Captain: Members of the Rose family will serve as the game’s honorary captains.
7:14 p.m. – Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago White Sox
- TV: FanDuel Sports Network – special one-hour pregame show starts at 6 p.m. (John Sadak, Barry Larkin & Jim Day)
- Radio: 700WLW and stations on the Reds Radio Network (Tommy Thrall & Chris Welsh)
- In-game Features: Iconic Pete Rose moments will be shared during inning breaks on the ballpark videoboards.