IL1 Lehigh Valley IronPigs

IronPigs Unveil Finalized 2008 Promotion Schedule

Published on March 13, 2008 under International League (IL1)
Lehigh Valley IronPigs News Release


(Allentown, Pa.) -- The Lehigh Valley IronPigs have finalized the 2008 promotional schedule for their inaugural season. The list is highlighted by 18 fireworks shows, nearly three dozen overall giveaway nights - including three bobblehead nights, three baseball giveaways, four pint glass giveaways - and appearances by numerous national entertainment acts including the world's most famous mascot, The Phillie Phanatic.

"I challenge anyone to try and find a better promotional schedule in all of Minor League Baseball. In terms of quality of entertainment, amount of giveaway nights and quantities of items, we feel confident in saying that our fans are receiving the top-notch promotional schedule in the country," said IronPigs General Manager Kurt Landes. "I have colleagues who are surprised we're placing so much emphasis on our promotional schedule for an inaugural season -- when tickets sales are inherently strong. But our mission has always been to provide fans the best ballpark experience...and that starts from Day One."

The IronPigs home opener is scheduled for April 11, at 7:05 p.m. against the defending International League Champion Richmond Braves. All fans in attendance will receive a commemorative Opening Day ticket and special frame and be treated to a post-game fireworks extravaganza.

Every Friday home game will feature a spectacular post-game fireworks display as part of Friday Night Fireworks presented by Chevrolet. Also, in the days leading up to July 4, the IronPigs will celebrate Independence Day with back-to-back fireworks presentations on July 2 and July 3. The show on July 3 will be a unique 3-D fireworks extravaganza presented by AT&T. The other fireworks shows will take place on Sunday, May 25 (6:05 p.m.); Thursday, June 12 (7:05 p.m.); Thursday, July 17 (7:05 p.m.); Saturday, August 2 (7:05 p.m.); Saturday, August 16 (7:05 p.m.) and; Thursday, August 28 (7:05 p.m.).

On April 26, the first 2,500 children (12 and under) will receive a bobblehead of Phillies superstar and reigning National League MVP, Jimmy Rollins. Additional bobblehead nights for children 12 and under will occur on June 29 and August 9 when the IronPigs honor two of the brightest young stars in baseball -- 2006 National League MVP Ryan Howard and two-time All-Star, Chase Utley, respectively.

The first of four unique Pint Glass giveaways for the first 2,500 adults (21 and older) is April 17. The Pint Glass series continues throughout the summer, with additional giveaways lined up for May 15, July 23 and August 26.

A trio of baseball giveaways for the first 3,500 fans in attendance will be given away at Coca-Cola Park on May 10, June 17 and July 22.

Several other exciting giveaway items are scheduled for the 2008 season, such as IronPigs Magnet Schedule Giveaway (April 12), Wood Bat Giveaway (April 27), Pink Hats for Mother's Day (May 11), Golf Umbrellas (May 14), Mr. Potato Head Giveaway (June 8), Bucket Hats for Father's Day (June 15), IronPiggy Banks (July 6), Throwback Caps (July 9), Team Card Sets (August 17) and Wall Calendars (August 30).

Fans attending IronPigs games will become accustomed to seeing several traveling mascots and acts throughout the season. Popular acts that will make appearances in 2008 include The Phillie Phanatic (May 22 and August 17), Birdzerk (May 24), The Zooperstars (June 14), Reggy (June 28) and Myron Noodleman (July 18). Also, Skyy Dog USA will entertain fans on June 11 as part of Dog Day at the Park festivities.

In addition, there will be appearances by popular television tandems Scooby & Shaggy from the popular animated-series Scooby-Doo (April 29) and Dora & Diego (May 27).

Monday through Saturday games are predominately scheduled for 7:05 p.m. with notable exceptions for Education Day on April 30 (10:35 a.m.), a Business Person's Special on May 29 (12:05 p.m.) and Camp Day on July 24 (11:05 a.m.).

Sunday games are scheduled for 1:35 p.m. in April, May and June; and 5:35 p.m. in July and August. The lone exception is on the eve of Memorial Day (May 25), which will feature a 6:05 p.m. Sunday start time.

Single-game tickets and mini-game packages are on sale now and can be purchased at Coca-Cola Park Ticket Office, online at www.ironpigsbaseball.com or by calling (610) 841-PIGS.

The IronPigs inaugural season, presented by Capital BlueCross, begins on April 3 at PNC Field in Moosic, Pa., against the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees. The IronPigs return for Opening Day at Coca-Cola Park on April 11 at 7:05 p.m. against the reigning International League Champion Richmond Braves.

The 2008 IronPigs promotional schedule is listed below.

April 11 (7:05 p.m.) - Commemorative Ticket and Frame, Coca-Cola (All fans) / Friday Night Fireworks presented by Chevrolet

April 12 (7:05 p.m.) - Magnet Schedule, Sacred Heart Hospital (All fans)

April 13 (1:35 p.m.) - Whiffle Ball & Bat Set, Capital BlueCross (First 2,500 children, 12 and under)

April 17 (7:05 p.m.) - Pint Glass Giveaway #1, Conway's Barbeque (First 2,500 fans, 21 and older)

April 18 (7:05 p.m.) - Friday Night Fireworks presented by Chevrolet

April 26 (7:05 p.m.) - Jimmy Rollins Bobbleheads, Nacci Printing (First 2,500 children, 12 and under)

April 27 (1:35 p.m.) - Wood Baseball Bats (First 2,000 children, 12 and under)

April 29 (7:05 p.m.) - Scooby & Shaggy appearance

April 30 (10:35 a.m.) - Education Day presented by The Crayola Factory

May 9 (7:05 p.m.) - Friday Night Fireworks presented by Chevrolet

May 10 (7:05 p.m.) - Baseball Giveaway Series #1, Kuhnsville Car Wash (First 3,500 fans) / Faith Night presented by Hackman's Bible Book Store

May 11 (1:35 p.m.) - Pink Caps, Deb & Joe Corcoran, Keller Williams (First 2,500 women, 18 and older)/Pink Jersey Auction

May 12 (7:05 p.m.) - Family Day presented by The Crayola Factory

May 14 (7:05 p.m.) - Golf Umbrellas, The Morning Call (First 3,000 fans, 13 and older)

May 15 (7:05 p.m.) - Pint Glass Giveaway #2, Quakertown Roofing (First 2,500 fans, 21 and older)

May 16 (7:05 p.m.) - Friday Night Fireworks presented by Chevrolet

May 22 (7:05 p.m.) - Phillie Phanatic performance presented by Nazareth Powerhouse Gym

May 23 (7:05 p.m.) - Friday Night Fireworks presented by Chevrolet

May 24 (7:05 p.m.) - BirdZerk performance

May 25 (6:05 p.m.) - Fireworks presented by Coors Light

May 27 (7:05 p.m.) - Dora & Diego appearance

May 29 (12:05 p.m.) - Business Person Special presented by The Finish Line

June 7 (7:05 p.m.) - T-Shirt Giveaway, Coca-Cola (First 2,500 children, 12 and under)

June 8 (1:35 p.m.) - Mr. Potato Head Giveaway, Peoples First FCU (First 2,500 children, 12 and under) / IronPiglets Kids Club Day #1

June 10 (7:05 p.m.) - Mini-Bat Giveaway, Commerce Bank (First 2,500 children, 12 and under)

June 11 (7:05 p.m.) - Skyy Dog USA performance / Dog Day at the Park

June 12 (7:05 p.m.) - Fireworks presented by Central Pennsylvania College

June 13 (7:05 p.m.) - Friday Night Fireworks presented by Chevrolet / Boy Scout Troop Night

June 14 (7:05 p.m.) - ZooperStars performance presented by Air Products

June 15 (1:35 p.m.) - Bucket Hats (First 2,500 men, 18 and older) and Father's Day post-game catch on the field, presented by Lifechurch

June 16 (7:05 p.m.) - Light Switch Plates, PPL Electric Utilities (First 2,500 children, 12 and under)

June 17 (7:05 p.m.) - Baseball Giveaway Series #2, The Finish Line (First 3,500 fans) / Faith Night presented by Hackman's Bible Book Store

June 27 (7:05 p.m.) - Friday Night Fireworks presented by Chevrolet / Cub Scout Pack Sleepover Night

June 28 (7:05 p.m.) - Reggy performance presented by MYBIGUPS.com / International League 125th Anniversary Celebration

June 29 (1:35 p.m.) - Ryan Howard Bobbleheads, KAN-DO Homes (First 2,500 children, 12 and under)

July 2 (7:05 p.m.) - Fireworks presented by Coors Light

July 3 (7:05 p.m.) - Independence Day 3-D Fireworks Extravaganza presented by AT&T

July 6 (6:05 p.m.) - IronPiggy Bank Giveaway, Toyota (First 2,500 children, 12 and under)

July 7-9 - IRONPIGS YOUTH BASEBALL CAMP #1

July 8 (7:05 p.m.) - Team Photo Giveaway (First 3,500 fans) & Autograph Session presented by Schuykill Valley Sports (5:30-6:15) / IronPiglets Kids Club Day #2

July 9 (7:05 p.m.) - Throwback Caps, Edge Sports Training (First 3,500 fans, 13 and older)

July 17 (7:05 p.m.) - Fireworks presented by Radiology & MRI of Bethlehem

July 18 (7:05 p.m.) - Friday Night Fireworks presented by Chevrolet / Myron Noodleman performance presented by U.S. National Guard

July 19 (7:05 p.m.) - Baseball Caps, Good Shepherd (First 3,500 fans, 13 and older)

July 20 (6:05 p.m.) - Mini Helmets, The Sports Blitz (First 2,500 children, 12 and under) / Faith Night presented by Hackman's Bible Book Store

July 21-23 - IRONPIGS YOUTH BASEBALL CAMP #2

July 21 (7:05 p.m.) - Pillow Cases (First 2,000 children, 12 and under)

July 22 (7:05 p.m.) - Baseball Giveaway Series # 3, Stotz & Fatzinger Office Supply (First 3,500 fans)

July 23 (7:05 p.m.) - Pint Glass Giveaway #3, RCN (First 2,500 fans, 21 and older)

July 24 (11:05 a.m.) - Camp Day presented by DaVinci Discovery Center

August 2 (7:05 p.m.) -- Fireworks presented by Northern Lehigh Sporting Goods

August 3 (6:05 p.m.) - Baseball Caps, Commerce Bank (First 2,500 children, 12 and under)

August 8 (7:05 p.m.) - Friday Night Fireworks presented by Chevrolet / Ballpark Wedding

August 9 (7:05 p.m.) - Chase Utley Bobbleheads (First 2,500 children, 12 and under)

August 10 (6:05 p.m.) - Winter Knit Caps, Capital BlueCross (First 2,500 children, 12 and under)

August 16 (7:05 p.m.) - Fireworks presented by Crossroads Harley-Davidson/Buell

August 17 (6:05 p.m.) - Team Card Set, Verizon Wireless (First 2,500 children, 12 and under) / Phillie Phanatic performance presented by Nazareth Powerhouse Gym

August 24 (6:05 p.m.) - Drawstring Back Pack, The Morning Call (First 2,500 children, 12 and under) / IronPiglets Kids Club Day #3

August 25 (7:05 p.m.) - Football Kickoff Celebration presented by 69 WFMZ-TV's Big Ticket Sports

August 26 (7:05 p.m.) - Pint Glass Giveaway #4, KAN-DO Homes (First 2,500 fans, 21 and older)

August 27 (7:05 p.m.) - 2009 Magnet Schedule, AIG (First 2,500 fans)

August 28 (7:05 p.m.) - Fireworks presented by Lansdale Warehouse

August 29 (7:05 p.m.) - Friday Night Fireworks presented by Chevrolet

August 30 (7:05 p.m.) - Wall Calendars, Nacci Printing (First 3,500 fans)

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