Gwinnett Braves Offering $5 Tickets for Memorial Day, Free Tickets for Fans with Military I.D.
May 22, 2015 - International League (IL1)
Gwinnett Stripers News Release
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA - The Gwinnett Braves return home on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, to begin a seven-game homestand at Coolray Field. All tickets for Monday's 6:35 p.m. game vs. Lehigh Valley are just $5 (excluding the Home Plate Club), and all fans who present a military I.D. at the Coolray Field Ticket Office will receive a free ticket (limit one per I.D.).
The G-Braves open with a four-game series against the Lehigh Valley IronPigs, the Triple-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies, with 6:35 p.m. games Monday through Thursday. They finish the homestand with a three-game set against the Columbus Clippers, the Triple-A affiliate of the Cleveland Indians. The first two games of the series vs. Columbus will start at 7:05 p.m. Friday and Saturday, while the homestand finale is set to begin at 2:05 p.m. Sunday.
The week will feature several promotions such as Beach Night on Friday, May 29, when the first 1,000 fans through the gates will receive leis. Fans can also follow the G-Braves on social media to participate in a beach ball scavenger hunt around the area for a chance to win tickets.
Saturday, May 30 is Superhero Night. The G-Braves will wear special Spider-Man jerseys, and all game-worn jerseys will be auctioned off during the game with bids accepted until 9:00 p.m. The jersey auction is presented by Gwinnett Medical Center.
Here's a full look at the homestand:
Monday, May 25
Lehigh Valley IronPigs (Philadelphia Phillies) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 6:35 PM
National Anthem performed by: Setena Nutter
Features:
§ Memorial Day Ticket Specials - All tickets are just $5 (excluding the Home Plate Club), and all fans who present a military I.D. at the Coolray Field Ticket Office will receive a free ticket (limit one per I.D.).
§ Meal Deal Monday - Fans can purchase a chicken sandwich, fries and a 16 oz. soft drink all for $7 at the Flashpoint Grille! Follow the Gwinnett Braves on social media and be the first to know about all weekly Meal Deals.
Tuesday, May 26
Lehigh Valley IronPigs (Philadelphia Phillies) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 6:35 PM
National Anthem performed by: Chestnut Mountain Creative School of Inquiry
Features:
§ Two-For-Tuesday - All Infield Box and Field Box seats are two for the price of one.
Wednesday, May 27
Lehigh Valley IronPigs (Philadelphia Phillies) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 6:35 PM
Features:
§ Winning Wednesday - Follow the on-field action with Baseball Bingo for a chance to win great prizes!
§ Kids Eat Free - All kids ages 12 and under will receive a voucher for a free hot dog, chips and soft drink!
Thursday, May 28
Lehigh Valley IronPigs (Philadelphia Phillies) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 6:35 PM
Features:
§ Triple Play Thursday - Fans can purchase a four-pack of tickets with four hot dogs and four soft drinks all for just $40! Available at the Coolray Field Ticket Office and online at GwinnettBraves.com/tickets.
§ Barefoot Wine Tasting - Fans ages 21 and over can participate in a free wine tasting courtesy of Barefoot Wine.
Friday, May 29
Columbus Clippers (Cleveland Indians) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 7:05 PM
Presenting Sponsor: Goodwill of North Georgia
National Anthem performed by: The Three Sopranos
Features:
§ Fireworks Friday - Stick around for a spectacular fireworks display that follows every Friday night home game!
§ Beach Night - The first 1,000 fans through the gates will receive leis for an evening that will feature several beach-themed promotions. Also, follow the G-Braves on social media for a beach ball scavenger hunt around town to win tickets to the game!
§ Barefoot Wine Tasting - Fans ages 21 and over can participate in a free wine tasting courtesy of Barefoot Wine.
Saturday, May 30
Columbus Clippers (Cleveland Indians) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 7:05 PM
Presenting Sponsor: Gwinnett Medical Center
Features:
§ Superhero Night - The G-Braves will be outfitted in Spider-Man jerseys on a night that celebrates those with supernatural powers. All game-worn jerseys will be auctioned off during the game, with bids accepted until 9:00 p.m. The jersey auction is presented by Gwinnett Medical Center.
§ Barefoot Wine Tasting - Fans ages 21 and over can participate in a free wine tasting courtesy of Barefoot Wine.
Sunday, May 31
Columbus Clippers (Cleveland Indians) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 2:05 PM
National Anthem performed by: Olivia Cartwright
Features:
§ Pre-Game Catch on the Field - To kick off every Sunday Funday, bring your ball and glove to Coolray Field for a pre-game catch in the outfield! The 20-minute catch starts when the gates open at 1:00 p.m.
§ Post-Game Kids Base Run - Bring the youngsters down and let them loose on the Coolray Field basepaths after the game, courtesy of Belhaven University. Children must be 12 and under to participate.
Tickets for all Gwinnett Braves home games are on sale now at the Coolray Field Ticket Office. Call (678) 277-0340 or visit GwinnettBraves.com/tickets.
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