Press release: Washington Nationals Homestand Highlights vs. Philadelphia Phillies (June 2
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Press release: Washington Nationals Homestand Highlights vs. Philadelphia Phillies (June 2

Jun 15, 2023

Following a six-game road trip, the Washington Nationals return home for two three-game sets against the Philadelphia Phillies and Arizona Diamondbacks. Single-game tickets for all Nationals home games are on sale now at nats.com/Tickets.

This homestand features several exciting events and promotions, including the organization's 18th annual Night OUT, UK-US Friendship Day, a special kids giveaway and more. In addition, the popular Kids Eat Free program returns beginning Friday, June 2. For more information, visit nats.com/KidsEatFree, and see more information later in this packet.

As a reminder, if you would like to cover any events at Nationals Park, please contact Valerie Todryk Krebs at [email protected] or Devon Bridges at [email protected] for credentialing information in advance of the event.

FRIDAY, JUNE 2 vs. PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES (7:05 PM ET)

SATURDAY, JUNE 3 vs. PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES (4:05 PM ET)

SUNDAY, JUNE 4 vs. PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES (1:35 PM ET)

TUESDAY, JUNE 6 vs. ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS (7:05 PM ET)

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7 vs. ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS (7:05 PM ET)

THURSDAY, JUNE 8 vs. ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS (1:05 PM ET)

2023 SCOTTS MLB ALL-STAR GAME VOTING

KIDS EAT FREE

To select the Kids Eat Free meal in the MLB Ballpark App, scan any QR Code or open the MLB Ballpark app and tap on Mobile Ordering.

From the Food & Drinks tab on the app, select any stand that says "Kids Eat Free Promotion Available Here." Once the concession stand has been chosen, select and customize the meal through the "Kids Eat Free Meal" option.

*NATIONALS PHILANTHROPIES 5050 RAFFLE**

The 5050 Raffle is available at all home games this season, offering fans the chance to win big cash prizes while supporting the community impact work of Nationals Philanthropies. New ticket prices and additional prizes give fans more ways to win.

Online ticket sales will open three hours before first pitch, and tickets will also be available inside Nationals Park at the kiosks located by sections 108, 138, 243 and 312 or from roving sellers through the middle of the 7th inning.

Tickets can be purchased using cash, credit and debit cards at the following price points: 5 for $10, 20 for $20, 100 for $40, and 300 for $100.

Fans can also purchase Raffle tickets from their computers or mobile devices anywhere within the District. For more information and to purchase Raffle tickets online, visit nats4good.org/5050.

*CYCLE REVERSE VENDING MACHINES**

As part of its involvement in Anheuser-Busch's National Recycling League, Nationals Park is the first Major League Baseball stadium with Cycle Reverse Vending Machines.

Located near the Budweiser Brew House and next to the Budweiser Terrace, fans can win rewards in exchange for recycling their empty beverage containers at these machines.

Fans insert empty beverage containers at the machines and scan a QR code to receive a unique transaction ID. After entering information in the web app, users will find out instantly if they have won along with instructions on how to redeem their prize.

A grand prize is given out every game, and the top recycler each homestand receives a special gift.

*TICKET DEALS**

The Nationals offer popular special ticket offers to help fans save on their next trip to Nationals Park. The offers include:

GovX - Active-duty, reserve, veteran and retired military personnel, first responders, public school teachers and government employees can save up to 30% off tickets and get a $5-15 concession credit. Visit nats.com/GovX to learn more.

Harris Teeter Family Fun Pack – Fans can get a FREE MEAL with the Harris Teeter Family Fun Pack to any regular season home game – tickets start at just $20! Visit nats.com/Family to learn more.

Student Ticket Discounts – College fans can save up to 30% off tickets, with ticket prices starting at just $8 for nearly all regular season home games. Visit nats.com/Students to learn more.

Visit nats.com/Deals for information on all of the available ticket deals at Nationals Park.

*NATIONALS PARK ENTRY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES**

Water Bottles

Nationals Park allows clear, factory-sealed or empty plastic water bottles no larger than one liter. Metal and glass water bottles are not allowed, nor are frozen water bottles.

Only one water bottle per person is permitted.

Water bottle refill stations are available throughout the ballpark.

Bag Policy

All bags larger than a clutch must be clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and may not be larger than 16 x 16 x 8 inches.

Fans may bring a clutch (5" x 7" x ¾" or smaller) in addition to or instead of a clear bag.

Fans with diaper or medical bags may use ADA/Family lanes at the Center Field and Home Plate gates to have their items inspected.

Binbox is available for fans whose bags do not comply with ballpark regulations.

To learn more about Nationals Park entry policies and procedures, please visit nats.com.

*GETTING TO THE BALLPARK**

Parking options for Nationals fans start at $20 and are available online at nats.com/Parking. Fans are encouraged to purchase parking in advance to ensure a space in their desired location.

Fans using Metro to travel to or from Nationals Park are encouraged to review the Metro schedule at wmata.com/Schedules.

Fans should also consider alternate forms of travel to and from the ballpark, including the D.C. Circulator from Union Station, biking to the ballpark, or the baseball boat from Alexandria. Visit nats.com/WayToGo for information on parking and transportation options to Nationals Park. To receive up-to-date WMATA service notifications on a mobile device, fans are encouraged to register for Alert DC at http://hsema.dc.gov/page/alertdc.

Fans traveling to the ballpark should be aware that there are construction projects underway in the surrounding area. To ensure safe crossings, please be mindful of signage and directions given by public safety officers.

*BALLPARK SAFETY**

Nationals Park is a completely non-smoking and tobacco-free facility per District of Columbia law. There is no exception for electronic cigarettes or any other type of smoking device, or for smokeless tobacco or any other type of tobacco product.

MLB and the Nationals require that all people entering Nationals Park walk through a metal detector or be screened with handheld metal detectors to search for prohibited items. This includes a thorough inspection of all jackets, coats, packages, bags, purses, and any other containers brought to any of the Nationals Park entry gates.

*For game tickets and more information, call 202.675.NATS(6287) or visit** nats.com/Tickets .

FRIDAY, JUNE 2 vs. PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES (7:05 PM ET) Lou Gehrig Day Mike Rizzo Navy Day presented by Raytheon Technologies Country Current U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard Drill Team U.S. Navy Ceremonial Color Guard Petty Officer First Class Sally Sandker MH-60S Seahawk Helicopters Petty Officer Third Class Fidel Gonzalez-Magana Petty Officer First Class Sally Sandker Petty Officer First Class Zyherra Dalton Penn State University Day Fireworks Friday Budweiser Happy Hour Entertainment Driven to Clarity City Connect On-Field Wear Date SATURDAY, JUNE 3 vs. PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES (4:05 PM ET) Wear Orange Weekend University of Virginia Day Budweiser Happy Hour Entertainment DJ Vania City Connect On-Field Wear Date SUNDAY, JUNE 4 vs. PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES (1:35 PM ET) Screech Kids Arm Hug Doll Presented by Harris Teeter Philanthropies Day Story Time at Nationals Park Kyle Finnegan Kids Run the Bases Signature Sundays TUESDAY, JUNE 6 vs. ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS (7:05 PM ET) Night OUT Screech Night OUT bobblehead DJ Rhome Anderson WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7 vs. ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS (7:05 PM ET) UK-US Friendship Day Royal Marine Corps of Drums "President's Own" United States Marine Band. Pups in the Park presented by PEDIGREE Foundation THURSDAY, JUNE 8 vs. ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS (1:05 PM ET) Budweiser Happy Hour Entertainment Stylus Chris 2023 SCOTTS MLB ALL-STAR GAME VOTING KIDS EAT FREE KIDSEATFREE Water Bottles Bag Policy nats.com/Tickets .