The Bowie Baysox announced their promotional schedule revealing an entertainment-filled 70-game home calendar. The 2019 season, presented by Money One Federal Credit Union, is filled with a mix of familiar promotions from past seasons, as well as a few new additions.
Opening Night’s first pitch is slated for 6:35 p.m. on Thursday, April 11 against the Harrisburg Senators. All fans in attendance will receive a 2019 season Magnet Schedule, courtesy of Money One Federal Credit Union. The first Baysox LIVE Happy Hour of the season will take place in the picnic area from 5 – 6:30 p.m. with live music and beer specials.
The Baysox have 15 fireworks shows throughout the season, lighting up the sky beginning on April 27. Come out to Prince George’s Stadium to see the largest fireworks show of the season on July 4 against the Harrisburg Senators at 6:35 p.m. presented by Johns Hopkins Community Physicians.
The 2019 season will host a pair of celebrity appearances in June. The Netflix phenomenon “Stranger Things” comes to the ballpark on Saturday, June 15, when the Baysox host the Trenton Thunder (NY Yankees) at 6:35 p.m. Fans who come out have the chance to meet actress Cara Buono, who plays “Karen Wheeler” on the show. There will also be a VIP Exclusive Meet and Greet package available.
On Thursday, June 27, Ginuwine will be in the ballpark for R&B night. A native of Washington, D.C., and student at Prince George’s Community College, the Grammy Nominated artist will meet & greet fans during the game. There will also be a VIP Exclusive Meet and Greet package available.
The ever-popular Star Wars Night, including fireworks, characters & interactive exhibits (presented by Taco Bell) returns to the Baysox on Saturday, June 1.
On Thursday, June 13, the Baysox will host their first ever Pride Night event in partnership with Annapolis Pride. There will be an exclusive ticket package that will include a limited-edition Pride Night Baysox hat available.
The Baysox will become the first professional sports team in the country to host Drag Night on Thursday, August 15, when Bowie hosts the Richmond Flying Squirrels. Area Drag Queens will be performing throughout the event and some Baysox staff members will also be participating in the first-time event by dressing up in full drag attire.
August 24, the penultimate home game of the season, will bring a new team to the stadium. The Baysox will transform into the Maryland Crab Cakes for the game and take on the Altoona Curve during Celebrate Maryland Night. Game-worn Crab Cakes uniforms will be auctioned during the game, while the first 500 fans 13 and up will receive a pair of Maryland Flag “Bay-socks”.
Among the giveaways this season are a Baysox Luau T-Shirt giveaway for the first 500 fans 13+ (July 6), a Trey “Moon Man”-cini bobble head, courtesy of EZ-Pass Maryland, for the first 750 fans 13+ (July 20). During our annual Touch-a-Truck Day on August 3, the first 500 kids (ages 3-12) will receive a backpack, thanks to Miss Utility.
DAILY PROMOTIONS
- Monday: Mutt Monday – All dogs welcome as long as they’re leashed/properly tagged and vaccinated (presented by Veterinary Neurology & Imaging of the Chesapeake)
- Tuesday: Two Buck Tuesday & Dollar Dog Night – Purchase one Box Seat Ticket at regular price & get the second for just $2.00.(Tickets must be purchased at least 24 hours in advance of the game date. Restrictions apply). Enjoy hot dogs for one buck from the concession stands.
- Wednesday: Military Appreciation Night – Any member of the military that shows proof of military service at the Stadium Box Office can get a box seat for half the price (presented by Terminix)
- Thursday: Baysox LIVE Happy Hour — Enjoy live music and beer specials at Baysox Live! Happy Hour starting at 5 pm until game time sponsored by Bud Light.
- Sunday: All Fans Run the Bases (Postgame)
- EVERY DAY: Kids Run the Bases (Postgame)
2019 Baysox Promotional Schedule Highlights
APRIL
4/11 Opening Night! Magnet Schedule Giveaway by Money One Federal Credit Union & Baysox LIVE Happy Hour 5 – 6:30 pm w/ Live Music & Beer Specials
4/14 Kids Opening Day! Stone Eagle Stables host Pony Rides & Petting Zoo! Kids Play Catch on Field & Player Autograph Session for Kids before the game
4/15 Mutt Monday presented by Veterinary Neurology & Imaging of the Chesapeake.
4/16 Two Buck Tuesday & Dollar Dog Night!
4/17 Military Appreciation Night presented by Terminix
4/25 Baysox LIVE Happy Hour sponsored by Bud Light
4/26 HARRY POTTER NIGHT w/ pre-game Quidditch & Harry Potter fun all night! Presented by Terminix
4/27 FIREWORKS & Read & Hit a Home Run Reading Night (Southern MD) by Educational Systems Federal Credit Union
4/28 BARK IN THE PARK by Veterinary Neurology & Imaging of the Chesapeake. Bring your leashed pup to the park! Interactive exhibits/vendors & Dog Adoption Event! (Dogs must be leashed w/ proper vaccination tags).
4/29 Mutt Monday presented by Veterinary Neurology & Imaging of the Chesapeake.
4/30 Baseball in Education/STEM Day & College Fair Day presented by Sylvan Learning Center (11:05 am game)
MAY
5/1 Baseball in Education/STEM Day (11:05 am game)
5/10 Read & Hit A Home Run Reading Night (P.G./MONT Co.) by Educational Systems Federal
Credit Union
5/11 FIREWORKS & Read & Hit A Home Run Reading Night (P.G./MONT Co.) by
Educational Systems Federal Credit Union. Tribute to the Negro Leagues & Buffalo Soldiers Tribute
5/12 Mother’s Day Celebration sponsored by Terminix. Stemless Wine Glass giveaway (1st 500 Moms 21+) sponsored by the City of Bowie
5/16 Margaritaville Night & Baysox LIVE Happy Hour w/ Live Music & Beer Specials (5-6:30 pm) sponsored by Bud Light
5/17 Read & Hit A Home Run Reading Night (AA/QA/HOW Co.) by Educational Systems Federal Credit Union
5/18 FIREWORKS Read & Hit A Home Run Reading Night (AA/QA/HOW Co.) by Educational Systems Federal Credit Union. All-American Girls Professional Baseball League “A League of Their Own” Tribute
5/19 The Cangrejos Fantasmas de Chesapeake (Chesapeake Ghost Crabs) take the field for the “Fun Cup” Series & Celebrate Spanish Education Day sponsored by Chesapeake Insurance. Gamer Fest w/ Fortnight, Minecraft & more presented by Pongos Learning Lab
5/20 Mutt Monday presented by Veterinary Neurology & Imaging of the Chesapeake.
5/21 Two Buck Tuesday & Dollar Dog Night!
5/22 Baseball in Education/STEM Day (11:05 am game)
5/28 Two Buck Tuesday & Dollar Dog Night!
5/29 Military Appreciation Night presented by Terminix
5/30 Baseball in Education/STEM Day (11:05 am game)
5/31 Scouts BSA Camp Out
JUNE
6/1 FIREWORKS & Star Wars Night! by Taco Bell. 1K Bud Light Beer Run Event!
6/2 Heroes Day! Celebrate our region’s Police, Fire & EMS workers & come meet and interact w/ Costumed Hero CharactersSponsored by Anne Arundel Medical Center. Anne Arundel Co. Fire vs. Anne Arundel Co. Police Charity Softball Game & Baysox Game worn Guns & Hoses Jersey Auction benefits Children’s Cancer Foundation.
6/11 Two Buck Tuesday & Dollar Dog Night!
6/12 Military Appreciation Night presented by Terminix
6/13 Pride Night w/ Annapolis Pride! Celebrate the LGBTQ+ community & unite to welcome & embrace diversity. EXCLUSIVE Pride Night Baysox Hat & Ticket Pack! Baysox LIVE Happy Hour by Bud Light
6/14 FIREWORKS & AMVETS Night by Money One Federal Credit Union. Girl Scout Sleepover! (Scout pre-registration req. baysoxshop.com/special-events/)
6/15 Stranger Things Night w/ appearance by Cara Buono who plays “Karen Wheeler”! Meet & Greet autograph/photo opportunities. V.I.P. Meet & Greet Suite Tickets available at baysoxshop.com/special-events/. FIREWORKS presented by Terminix
6/16 Father’s Day Celebration! Beer Glass Giveaway (1st 500 Dads 21+) by Money One Federal Credit Union. Play Catch on Field w/ Dad (12:15 – 1 pm)
6/24 Mutt Monday presented by Veterinary Neurology & Imaging of the Chesapeake.
6/25 Two Buck Tuesday & Dollar Dog Night! Christmas In June! Toy Drive Night to benefit Louie’s Holiday Hope Project
6/26 Military Appreciation Night presented by Terminix
6/27 R&B Night w/ appearance by award winning artist GINUWINE! Meet & Greet autograph/photo opportunities. V.I.P. Meet & Greet Suite Tickets available at baysoxshop.com/special-events/. Baysox LIVE Happy Hour by Bud Light
6/28 Character Palooza Night! Pancake & PJ Party Night! We celebrate pancakes w/ unique food & fun! Wear your pajamas to the game too!
6/29 FIREWORKS & Baysox Down Under/Australian Night by DCA Imaging. Australian Animals, interactive exhibits, Australian Embassy & more
6/30 The Cangrejos Fantasmas de Chesapeake (Chesapeake Ghost Crabs) take the field for the “Fun Cup” Series & Latin Baseball Day sponsored by Chesapeake Insurance. Meet the Team Day (12 – 12:30 pm), Team Photo Giveaway (1st 750 fans) by Graphcom. HELICOPTER CANDY DROP! CHROME RUN CAR SHOW (10:30 am – 1:30 pm) by Asphalt Angels Car Club of Maryland. Register your car at BaysoxShop.com/special-events/
JULY
7/4 Independence Day Celebration w/ HUGE post-game FIREWORKS by Johns Hopkins Community Physicians.
7/5 Prince & Princess Night! Family Camp Out by Terminix.
7/6 FIREWORKS & Island Luau Night! Enjoy the sounds of the Islands w/ live music, performances & fire knife dancers! Baysox Luau T-Shirt Giveaway (1st 500 fans 13+)
7/7 Orioles Celebration w/ Mike Mussina Baysox Hall-of-Fame Bobble Head Giveaway! (1st 750 fans 13+) by Money One Federal Credit Union
7/15 Mutt Monday presented by Veterinary Neurology & Imaging of the Chesapeake.
7/16 Two Buck Tuesday & Dollar Dog Night!
7/17 Youth Camp Day (12:05 pm game)
7/18 Improv Comedy Night feat. Annapolis’ Free Range Comedy! (All ages appropriate). Baysox LIVE Happy Hour by Bud Light
7/19 FIREWORKS & Joint Base Andrews Appreciation. Mother/Son Night! Summer Reading Night by Educational Systems Federal Credit Union.
7/20 FIREWORKS & 50th Moon Landing Anniversary Celebration! Trey “Moon” Mancini Astronaut Bobble Head Giveaway (1st750 fans 13+) by E-ZPASS® Maryland
7/21 The Cangrejos Fantasmas de Chesapeake (Chesapeake Ghost Crabs) take the field for the “Fun Cup” Series & SALSA SUNDAY!
7/29 Mutt Monday presented by Veterinary Neurology & Imaging of the Chesapeake.
7/30 Two Buck Tuesday & Dollar Dog Night!
7/31 Military Appreciation Night presented by Terminix.
AUGUST
8/2 FIREWORKS & 20th annual Navy Night presented by Navy Federal Credit Union. Daddy/Daughter Date Night
8/3 FIREWORKS & TOUCH-A-TRUCK DAY! Kids Backpack Giveaway (1st 500 fans 3-12) presented by Miss Utility
8/4 The Cangrejos Fantasmas de Chesapeake (Chesapeake Ghost Crabs) take the field for the “Fun Cup” Series!
8/13 Two Buck Tuesday & Dollar Dog Night!
8/14 Military Appreciation Night presented by Terminix.
8/15 DRAG NIGHT! The Baysox & some of the area’s best performing Drag Queens host the first ever Drag Night in professional sports! Baysox LIVE Happy Hour by Bud Light
8/19 Mutt Monday presented by Veterinary Neurology & Imaging of the Chesapeake.
8/20 Two Buck Tuesday & Dollar Dog Night!
8/21 Youth Camp Day (12:05 pm game)
8/22 Mystery of Magic Night w/ High Energy Magic of Speed! Enjoy fun magic & illusions all night long! Baysox LIVE Happy Hour
8/23 FIREWORKS & BayTober Fest! Maryland style Oktoberfest Celebration! Ft. Meade Appreciation Night
8/24 FIREWORKS & Celebrate Maryland Night! The Baysox will become the Maryland Crab cakes for a night of Maryland themed fun! Maryland Flag “Bay-Socks” sock giveaway (1st 500 fans 13+). Game Worn Maryland Crab cakes Jersey Auction.
8/25 Fan Appreciation Day sponsored by Terminix. Special Fan Appreciation Day Giveaway (1st 500 fans 13+) by Money One Federal Credit Union. Meet The Team Day! Player Autographs & Play Catch on Field (12:00 – 12:30 pm)
