'Dads Return August 18th-23rd
Published on August 11, 2026 under Carolina League (CarL)
Hickory Crawdads News Release
"August 18th"
Tuesday, August 18th at 7pm
The Crawdads return on Tuesday, August 18th to take on the Delmarva Shorebirds.
Grab a $1 hot dog and bring your pup for Dollar Dog Tuesday by Hebrew National and WHKY 1290AM and 102.3FM.
Tuesdays at the Frans also mean craft beer is half off thanks to Lowes Foods.
"August 19th"
Wednesday, August 19th at 7pm
Yo ho ho! Avast, it's a Pirate Palooza at the Frans! Grab your mateys and head to the Frans and join us in singing a chantey or two.
Wednesday evening will be a Kids Win Wednesday by Arby's. Kids 12 and under can get a free ticket, meal voucher, and amusement wristband. Tickets must be done in person at the ticket office.
"August 20th"
Thursday, August 20th at 7pm
We believe. Thursday will be the Bigfoot Bonanza at the ballpark! Maybe there will even be a sighting or two.
Thursdays are packed full of discounts! Enjoy discounts on domestic beer and Pepsi products thanks to Focus News. Peoples Bank customers can show their card at the ticket window to get a discounted $6 ticket to the game. Plus $2 tacos at the first base nacho stand!
"August 21st"
Friday, August 21st at 7pm
Friday is for the Dead Heads! Get on the bus and join us for Grateful Dead Night! The night will begin with a tribute concert by Moose and Friends Acoustic Trio featuring Dani Kerr from 5:30 to 6:30. The Crawdads will wear specialty tie dye jerseys that will be up for auction until 9pm.
Following the game will be a themed firework show by UNC Health Caldwell and Big Dawg 92.1.
"August 22nd"
Saturday, August 22nd at 5pm
Saturday will be packed full of fun! It's App State Night and the first 1,000 fans will get a co-branded Hawaiian shirt thanks to Appalachian State University and KICKS 103.3.
After the game will also be a special Saturday firework show courtesy of Vesco ToyotaLift.
It is also Renaissance Night so dress for the occasion and be on the lookout for special guests as the Carolina Renaissance Festival will entertain the crowd with a pregame performance before thrilling the crowd from the stands during the game!
"August 23rd"
Sunday, August 23rd at 2pm
Bring your pup, Sunday is Bark in the Park!
Sundays at the Frans are Church Bulletin Sundays. Fans who bring a church bulletin to the ticket office can get a discounted $6 ticket thanks to Harrison's. The Crawdads will then donate $4 back to the bulletin's respective church.
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