David Koechner, Champ from "Anchorman" and Todd Packer from "The Office" to Visit Harbor Park
July 6, 2023 - International League (IL)
Norfolk Tides News Release
The Norfolk Tides announced today that David Koechner - who plays Champ Kind in Anchorman and Todd Packer in The Office among many other roles - will be at Harbor Park on Saturday, July 29th.
The actor is a native of Missouri and a big baseball fan. Koechner got his first break as a cast member on "Saturday Night Live" and since has become an instantly recognizable face appearing in more than 120 films and television shows. He is best known for his roles as Todd Packer on "The Office" and Champ Kind from "Anchorman" and "Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues." Koechner will be on hand for special meet and greet opportunities and is set to throw out the ceremonial first pitch. The Tides will host Nashville, with the first pitch slated for 6:35 pm and gates opening at 5:00 pm. That evening, fans will have four different opportunities to meet David Koechner and get their photos taken:
There will be a special VIP Meet and Greet opportunity, from 5:00 pm to 6:15 pm in Suites PR2 & PR3. The VIP Meet and Greet event will only host 50 guests and will include a box seat ticket, in the main seating bowl and all-you-can-eat food during the VIP event. The food menu will include Carolina Pulled Pork Barbeque, hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken tenders, potato salad, cookies, water, Pepsi products and of course Cupcakes. The all-you-can-eat food is available for the VIP event, from 5:00 pm to 6:15 pm.
The actor will meet and greet the VIP guests during the event which will include a photo and autograph opportunities. This will be the only opportunity to receive an autograph. VIP guests who enjoy the PR2 and PR3 suites can choose to remain there for the remainder of the evening or sit in their ticketed seat closer to the action on the field. Each individual VIP Party Package is $75.
There will be an EXPRESS PHOTO PASS available that will move fans into a faster line to get their photos taken with the actor on the concourse. The Express Photo Pass will include a box seat ticket and an express photo pass for a photo with David Koechner during the Saturday, July 29 game. The Express Photo Pass package will also include a special Cupcake concession item. There is a limit of 50 Express Photo Passes available, with an individual Express Photo Pass available for $45.
Fans can pay $35 for a Photo Voucher Ticket that includes a box seat ticket and a guaranteed spot in line to get their photo taken with the actor. These Photo Voucher Tickets will be limited to 150 for the July 29 game and must be purchased in advance. Each person who would like a photo with David Koechner will need their own Photo Voucher Ticket.
Fans can pay $20 to get their photo taken with the actor at the July 29th game. The Harbor Park concourse is expected to be very busy this evening, and every effort will be made to get as many fans through the photo line as possible. However, the Tides cannot guarantee that every fan in attendance will get their photo taken with the actor. Fans will only be charged the $20 if they get their photo taken. Fans who chose this option for the July 29th game should arrive early and stop by the third base concourse to get a Photo Standby Voucher. This voucher is intended to prevent fans from having to wait in line. Once you receive your Photo Standby Voucher, you can enjoy the game, grab a hot dog and a beer, etc. When the letter on your voucher is called, you will report to the 3rd base concourse to begin the photo process.
All of the above ticket options are currently available by calling 757-622-2222 Ext. 101 or Ext. 115, they can also be purchased online or at the Harbor Park box office. Promotion game dates are subject to change.
Group opportunities are currently available for the 2023 season and Season tickets are also available for the 2023 season. For pricing and additional information, visit the Harbor Park offices, call (757) 622-2222 or visit NorfolkTides.com.
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