SL1 Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp

Jumbo Shrimp Homestand Highlights April 26-30

Published on April 24, 2018 under Southern League (SL1)
Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp News Release


JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - The 2018 Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp season presented by Community First Credit Union continues with a homestand Thursday, April 26, through Monday, April 30. The Jumbo Shrimp host the Pensacola Blue Wahoos, Double-A affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds, for a five-game series with a promotional lineup including the following highlights:

Thursday, April 26, 7:05 p.m. (Gates open at 6 p.m.)

Budweiser Thirsty Thursday: Fans can purchase $1 12-oz. and $2 24-oz. beers adjacent to the Budweiser Tiki Terrace, on the left-field berm, along the right-field bleachers, and at the Oasis concession stand behind section 115. $1 small sodas are sold at the concession stands. DJ Swagg and DJ MoneyGud will provide music at the Budweiser Tiki Terrace.

National Pretzel Day: Enormous, over-sized, JUMBO Pretzels will be available at the Oasis concession stand.

Adult Rec/Corporate League Night: Adult sports teams can get a special ticket deal and participate in a pregame parade of adult sports athletes. For information and to register, call Peter Ercey with the Jumbo Shrimp at (904) 374-4548.

Seagram's 7 Camper: Fans 21 and older can visit the camper in left field for a tasting sample of America's Spirit and an interactive game of chance.

Media Sponsors: Cox Media

Friday, April 27, 7:05 p.m. (Gates open at 6 p.m.)

NAPA AutoCare Family Fireworks: Fans may visit any participating NAPA AutoCare Center to get a FREE general admission ticket (reserved seat upgrade available at the Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville box office) for the Friday night game. At every Friday home game, the Jumbo Shrimp have postgame NAPA AutoCare Family Fireworks!

Red Shirt Friday: Fans are encouraged to wear red to support the military and save $1 per ticket at the box office, or donate the $1 to the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund. The Jumbo Shrimp are wearing red "Bold City" jerseys for every Friday home game this season.

Friday Night Lites Miller Lite Happy Hour: Miller Lite $1 12-oz. beers and $1 off craft beer specials are available in the Craft Cave near the third-base gate from gates opening until 7:30 p.m. at every Friday home game.

Media Sponsor: 99.9 Gator Country

Saturday, April 28, 6:35 p.m. (Gates open at 5:30 p.m.)

Saturday Night Fireworks: New in 2018, the first six Saturdays (through June 16) feature postgame fireworks! Don't miss a single fireworks show by purchasing the Fireworks+Plus Package.

Prawn Prize: 121 Financial and Darley's Plumbing Jumbo Shrimp Cap Giveaway: The first 2,000 fans receive a Jumbo Shrimp cap, courtesy of 121 Financial and Darley's Plumbing.

Guy Harvey Jersey Night: The Jumbo Shrimp will wear custom, limited edition Guy Harvey Jumbo Shrimp and Marlin jerseys. The jerseys will be auctioned during the game to raise money for the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation.

Boy Scout Night: Boy Scouts can purchase a special ticket package to participate in the annual pregame Scout March and postgame campout in the outfield. For $15, each Scout will get a reserved seat ticket, hot dog, drink, pregame Scout March and PA-video board group welcome, plus re-entry for the campout. Email peter@jaxshrimp.com for details and registration.

Armand Rosamilia Book Signing: Jumbo Shrimp season ticket holder and author Armand Rosamilia will be signing his latest book, A View From My Seat: My Baseball Season With The Jumbo Shrimp, written about the 2017 Jumbo Shrimp season and his love affair with baseball. Copies are available in the Jumbo Shrimp souvenir store or at amzn.to/2K01HcU.

Sunday, April 29, 3:05 p.m. (Gates open at 2 p.m.)

Baptist Health Sunday Family FUNday: Kids can feel like the pros before each Sunday home game, as families can play catch on the field, beginning at 2 p.m. A Jumbo Shrimp player autograph booth will be open before the game. Free face painting, balloon animals, and kids crafts activities will be available in the Wolfson Children's Hospital Kids Zone. Jake the Pirate will be roaming the ballpark, greeting Jumbo Shrimp fans. Following the game, kids 12 and under can run the bases.

Youth Sports Day: Youth sports groups can purchase a special ticket package and participate in a pregame parade. For details and registration, contact James Abbatinozzi with the Jumbo Shrimp at (904) 374-4569 or james@jaxshrimp.com.

National Shrimp Scampi Day: Shrimp Scampi will be on special in the suite-level Wheelhouse Lounge and the Budweiser Tiki Terrace.

Media Sponsor: Easy 102.9

Monday, April 30, 12:05 p.m. (Gates open at 11 a.m.)

VyStar Credit Union Charity Begins at Home with Tiger Academy: The Jumbo Shrimp feature up to two different local nonprofits at each Jumbo Shrimp Monday home game. Tiger Academy (ymcatigeracademy.org) will raise funds through ticket sales and the Launch-A-Ball promotion. VyStar Credit Union members can get a buy-3-get-1 free ticket special by showing their VyStar credit or debit card at the box office.

Business Person Special presented by Yuengling: A package of a reserved seat, hot dog, chips and 16-oz. soda or Yuengling is only $15 by calling the box office at (904) 358-2846 or purchasing in person.

Season-long promotions include:

Tickets as low as $5: by purchasing in advance of game day, fans can secure general admission tickets for just $5!

Military tickets for $5: Any active military member or veteran may show an ID at the box office to purchase a reserved seat or general admission for just $5 - any game of the season!

Hot dogs for $2: a ballpark tradition is just $2 at every game!

Tickets are available at www.jaxshrimp.com, by calling (904) 358-2846, or by visiting the Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville box office, which will open at 10 a.m. Saturday, noon on Sunday game days and 9 a.m. daily during the week.

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