Atlanta Braves Homestand Highlights: Friday, April 21 – Thursday, April 27

HOUSTON ASTROS VS. ATLANTA BRAVES

Friday, April 21 at 7:20 p.m. (Apple TV+)All gates will open at 5:30 p.m.

Jackie Robinson (Photo: Wikipedia)
  • Jackie Robinson Day at Truist Park: The Atlanta Braves will commemorate Jackie Robinson Day at Truist Park on April 21 as the team takes on the Houston Astros. In honor of the day, the Braves will host 55 children and chaperones from the Jackie Robinson Boys & Girls Club in Cairo, Georgia, the birthplace of Robinson, for a special day of celebration and activities at Truist Park. Before the game, the kids of the Jackie Robinson Boys and Girls Club will enjoy carnival games, a rock wall and zip line inside Truist Park at the Hope and Will’s Sandlot. Throughout the game, video of Braves players sharing what Jackie Robinson means to them will play throughout the ballpark.
    • Proceeds from the April 21 Atlanta Braves Foundation 50/50 Raffle will benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Cairo, GA.
  • Threads Grand Opening Weekend: Braves are opening Threads by Braves Clubhouse Store, a new retail location and merchandise line located in The Battery Atlanta. Threads celebrates casual and super fans who are looking for elevated, player-inspired merchandise that is influenced by popular fashion trends seen around the world. With new, limited-edition collections released every few weeks, shoppers will continue to be surprised by new styles and the store’s fresh take on apparel and accessories. As part of Threads’ grand opening weekend, fans can enjoy free giveaways and new merchandise drops each day.
    • On Friday, the first 100 customers on will receive a FREE set of Braves wireless headphones as a gift with purchase.
  • Plaza Pregame Activities: Before entering the gates, fans can enjoy live entertainment, special activations, and an energetic atmosphere throughout The Battery Atlanta. Activities include:
    • 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Live performances and appearances by the Heavy Hitters, the ATL Breakers, the Tomahawk Team and The Home Depot Tools.
    • Friday Night Showcase:
      • “One Wheel Wonder” Wesley Williams Performing LIVE: On Friday night, comedy and danger will collide in The Battery Atlanta plaza.  Wesley Williams has performed his unicycle stunts all across the globe and has been featured on various international television shows including America’s Got Talent, Britain’s Got Talent, The Today Show, and more.  Showtimes are 5:00 p.m. and 6:45 p.m.
      • Puppy Pals Comedic Stunt Dog Show: Calling all dog lovers! Puppy Pals is an over-the-top comedy show featuring rescued dogs performing funny and daring stunts.  Arrive early for this one-time performance in The Battery Atlanta Plaza.  As seen on America’s Got Talent! Showtime is 6:00 p.m.
  • Pregame Ceremony:
    • Ceremonial First Pitch: Amy Hagan, Resource Development Committee Chair for the Jackie Robinson Boys & Girls Club of Cairo, GA, will throw out the ceremonial first pitch.
    • National Anthem: Ellijay Elementary School Chorus will perform the National Anthem while the children from the Jackie Robinson Boys and Girls Club of Cairo, GA stand in line with Braves players.
  • Friday Night Fireworks presented by Georgia Lottery: Following the game, the sky above Truist Park lights up with the #1 rated fireworks show in the Southeast.
  • Postgame Entertainment in The Battery Atlanta: Following the game, the Braves entertainment teams will perform a high-energy show at The Battery Atlanta Splash Pad.  A live DJ will then keep the party going until 1 a.m.

Saturday, April 22 at 7:20 p.m. (Bally Sports South)

All gates will open at 4:30 p.m.

  • Plaza Pregame Activities: Before entering the gates, fans can enjoy live entertainment, special activations, and an energetic atmosphere throughout The Battery Atlanta. Activities include:
    • 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Live performances and appearances by the Heavy Hitters, the ATL Breakers, the Tomahawk Team and The Home Depot Tools.
    • 5:45 p.m. Live Music ft. 84: Visit The Battery Atlanta Plaza for a free pregame show on the Georgia Power Pavilion Stage.
  • Pregame Ceremony:
    • National Anthem: Canongate Elementary School and White Oak Elementary School will perform the National Anthem.
  • Postgame Entertainment in The Battery Atlanta: Following the game, the Braves entertainment teams will perform a high-energy show at The Battery Atlanta Splash Pad.  A live DJ will then keep the party going until 1 a.m.

Sunday, April 23 at 1:30 p.m. (Bally Sports South, MLBN)

All gates will open at 11:30 a.m.

  • Kids Only Gate Giveaway – Michael Harris II “Money Mike” Piggy Bank Giveaway: The first 3,000 kids through the gates will receive a Michael Harris II “Money Mike” Piggy Bank.
  • Deaf Awareness Ticket Package: Receive a one-of-a-kind Atlanta Braves hat with ATL spelled out in American Sign Language (ASL) with the purchase of this specialty ticket package. For more information, please visit Braves.com/DeafAwareness. (Sold out)
  • Plaza Pregame Activities: Before entering the gates, fans can enjoy live entertainment, special activations, and an energetic atmosphere throughout The Battery Atlanta. Activities include:
    • 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Live performances and appearances by the Heavy Hitters, the ATL Breakers, the Tomahawk Team and The Home Depot Tools.
    • 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Stick Ball: Fans can play Stick Ball in Power Alley in The Battery Atlanta starting at 11:00 a.m.
  • Alumni Sunday presented by Hyundai: Fans can arrive early for an autograph session with former Atlanta Braves, Sid Bream and Horacio Ramirez, located at the Georgia Power Pavilion at 11:30 a.m.
  • Pregame Ceremony:
    • National Anthem: Simpson Singers will perform the National Anthem.
  • Kids Run The Bases presented by Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta: After the game, kids 14 & under can run around the bases just like the Braves.

MIAMI MARLINS VS. ATLANTA BRAVES

Monday, April 24 at 7:20 p.m. (Bally Sports South)All gates will open at 5:30 p.m.

  • Celebrate Chipper Jones’ Birthday at Truist Park: The first 15,000 fans through the gates will receive a Chipper Jones poster.
    • $10 grandstand tickets will also be available in honor of Chipper’s birthday.
  • Pregame Ceremony:
    • National Anthem: Mossy Creek Middle School will perform the National Anthem.
  • Plaza Pregame Activities: Before entering the gates, fans can enjoy live entertainment, special activations, and an energetic atmosphere throughout The Battery Atlanta. Activities include:
    • 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Live appearances by the Tomahawk Team, the Heavy Hitters, and The Home Depot Tools.  

Tuesday, April 25 at 7:20 p.m. (Bally Sports South)

All gates will open at 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 26 at 7:20 p.m. (Bally Sports South)

All gates will open at 5:30 p.m.

  • NAPA Cap Giveaway presented by NAPA: The first 15,000 fans through the gates will receive a co-branded NAPA cap.
  • Plaza Pregame Activities: Before entering the gates, fans can enjoy live entertainment, special activations, and an energetic atmosphere throughout The Battery Atlanta. Activities include:
    • 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Live appearances by the Tomahawk Team, the Heavy Hitters, and The Home Depot Tools.
  • Pregame Ceremony:
    • National Anthem: Warren T. Jackson Elementary School Chorus will perform the National Anthem.
  • Dog Days of Summer in partnership with the Ozzie Albies Foundation: On Wednesday, April 26 fans can meet Rusty, an adult Pitbull Terrier mix at the top of section 218 during the game. Throughout the season, the Atlanta Braves Foundation will host an adoptable dog from Ozzie’s Best Chance Program in partnership with the Ozzie Albies Foundation and Lifeline Animal Project. Rusty will go to his forever home with a housewarming care package from the Ozzie Albies Foundation to assist with the transition process and help him settle in his forever home.

Thursday, April 27 at 12:20 p.m. (Bally Sports South, MLBN)

All gates will open at 11:00 a.m.

  • Plaza Pregame Activities: Before entering the gates, fans can enjoy live entertainment, special activations, and an energetic atmosphere throughout The Battery Atlanta. Activities include:
    • 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Live appearances by the Tomahawk Team, the Heavy Hitters, the ATL Breakers, and The Home Depot Tools.  
  • Pregame Ceremony:
    • National Anthem: Seminole County Elementary School will perform the National Anthem.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

  • BLOOPER’s Clubhouse: This season, fans can visit Braves’ mascot BLOOPER inside BLOOPER’s newly designed Clubhouse. Located in Hope and Will’s Sand Lot, the dedicated space will allow fans to meet and interact with BLOOPER, make signs, write letters, and explore their imagination during each home game. BLOOPER’s scheduled appearance times will be posted each game inside BLOOPER’s Clubhouse.
  • Braves of the World Exhibit in Monument Garden: The Atlanta Braves have created a Braves of the World Exhibit in Monument Garden to honor and recognize Braves players from around the world. To date, the Braves have fielded 262 international players from 23 countries throughout the organization’s history.
  • 50/50 Raffle presented by Harrah’s Cherokee Casinos: Support the Atlanta Braves Foundation by purchasing 50/50 raffle tickets at every Braves home game. Guests can purchase tickets directly through the MLB Ballpark App, from credit card equipped kiosks located in Sections 118 and 133, or from sellers in yellow t-shirts around the ballpark. The winning number will be announced after the eighth inning on BravesVision and remain on the left field ribbon board, near Hank Aaron Terrace, until the end of the game. Fifty percent of the net proceeds from the game’s raffle ticket sales will go to one lucky fan and the other half will benefit the Atlanta Braves Foundation. For more information, visit braves.com/5050raffle.
  • Atlanta Braves Foundation Auctions: Fans may bid on authentic, autographed memorabilia from their favorite Braves players on the MLB Ballpark app, found under “Experiences” titled Braves Foundation Auctions. Fans can bid on items starting two hours prior to first pitch with auctions ending an hour and a half after the regularly scheduled game time. All items listed on the Ballpark App can also be found on display at the Atlanta Braves Foundation Booth located across from Guest Services (section 111). For more information, please visit braves.com/charityauctions.

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