On Deck This Homestand: August 25-September 3

Check out this homestand’s happenings!

Friday, August 25 vs. Los Angeles Angels @ 7:10 p.m.

The Mets will return from Atlanta and begin their eleventh homestand of the season on Friday with a three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels! Citi Field will be celebrating Japanese Heritage Night with a Spirit Award and Honorary First Pitch thrown by the Japanese Consulate General of New York. Actress and singer Ms. Rina Maejima will be performing the National Anthem. First Lieutenant Takeshi Furumoto will be honored as the Veteran of the Game and the Colts Neck Junior ROTC will present the Color Guard.

The first 15,000 fans in attendance will receive a voucher to redeem one (1) Kodai Senga Glow-in-the-Dark Ghost Fork Ball upon exit, courtesy of Hyundai! Distribution of the Fork Ball will begin at the end of the 3rd Inning upon exit at the Jackie Robinson Rotunda Gate only.

Also, enjoy a performance by DJ Mick as the Mets host their seventh DJ Night. Furthermore, the Amazin’ Offer of the Series is our drawstring bags for $15 each! Check out any Mets Team Store to get yours during this series.

Saturday, August 26 vs. Los Angeles Angels @ 7:10 p.m.

Game two of the Mets’ three-game series against the Angels kicks off at 7:10 p.m. on Saturday. Citi Field will be celebrating Women’s Equality Day! The Mets’ own employee, Marly Mensher, will be performing the National Anthem.

Alexis Fontana and Olivia Feldman, stars of the Little League Softball World Series champions Massapequa 12U softball team, will throw the Honorary First Pitch. Fontana started in the championship game and Feldman pitched 3.1 no-hit innings of relief to bring New York their first ever Little League World Series championship victory.

Cameron Brink will throw the Honorary First Pitch. Brink, a Stanford Cardinal, just made history as the first-ever female basketball player on New Balance’s roster!

Captain Jessica Apgar will be honored as the Veteran of the Game. Captain Apgar served as a member of the United States Army from 2000–2006 and now works with the ACLU here in New York City.

Sunday, A­­ugust 27 vs. Los Angeles Angels @ 12:05 p.m.

The Mets wrap up their series with the Angels on Sunday at 12:05 p.m.! Citi Field will be celebrating Taiwan Heritage Day with a Spirit Award, Honorary First Pitch and National Anthem performance from cellist Kenneth Kuo. Jonathan Wibben will sing God Bless America during the Seventh Inning Stretch.

Major Jen-Jen Chen will be honored as the Veteran of the Game. Major Chen was deployed overseas as a clinical nurse, nurse practitioner and nurse administrator from 1992–2012.

We also encourage fans to arrive early for Sunday Funday, presented by Dunkin’! Join us at Mets Plaza (between the Jackie Robinson Rotunda and the Mets-Willets Point station) to play games, win prizes, get your face painted, dance to the DJ and more.

After the game, kids 12 and under can run the bases in the Mr. & Mrs. Met Dash, presented by Northwell Health (weather permitting).

Each Sunday home game, Hands-On Mets History will feature items from the museum collection outside of the exhibit cases for fans to experience them up-close and personal in the Mets Hall of Fame and Museum. From 9:35 a.m. — 12:05 p.m., the featured items will be Pete Alonso’s 2019 batting helmet from his record-breaking 42nd home run of the season and Francisco Alvarez’s cap from his first career home run in 2022. Be sure to stop by and check out these pieces of Mets history!

Monday, August 28 vs. Texas Rangers @ 7:10 p.m.

The Mets will kick off their second series of the homestand, a three-game matchup against the Texas Rangers, on Monday. Actor Hugh Coles, who is currently starring in Back to the Future: The Musical on Broadway, will throw an Honorary First Pitch, as will Country Artist Josh Ross. Tony-nominated actress Liz Callaway will perform the National Anthem and Patrick Schondebare will present the Color Guard. Major Richard Acevedo will be honored as the Veteran of the Game. Major Acevedo was stationed overseas as a member of the United States Army National Guard from 1982–2012, where he served as the communications officer for the Combat Aviation Brigade during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Sacred Heart Academy from Hempstead, New York will sing Take Me Out to the Ballgame during the Seventh Inning Stretch!

The Amazin’ Offer of the Series is our on-field fitted caps for $35 each! Check out any Mets Team Store to get yours during this series.

Tuesday, August 29 vs. Texas Rangers @ 7:10 p.m.

The Mets’ series against the Texas Rangers continues at 7:10 p.m. on Tuesday! Actress and singer Linda Bianchi will be performing the National Anthem and our friends from Audacy will be throwing the Ceremonial First Pitch. Technical Sargeant Brian Valor will be honored as the Veteran of the Game. Sargeant Valor served as a member of the United States Air Force from 1993–2005.

Looking for a fun night out with friends? Join us on August 29, at 4 p.m. to watch the Mets take on the Rangers at Citi Field. Exclusively for students, get early access to the ballpark to watch batting practice from your seat, take a behind the scenes tour, and be on the field for the National Anthem. Indulge in delicious food and drinks, network with front office executives, and hang out in the K Corner Bar + Grill on Seaver Way. Surprise giveaways and more await while supplies last!

$15 College Night Student Ticket Includes:

• Field level tickets
• Pregame Party at The K Korner Bar and Grill on Seaver Way. Food included with ticket.
• Meet Mets Executives
• Early entry to the ballpark to watch batting practice.
• On field access during the National Anthem
• Behind the scenes tour of Citi Field*

*Access to behind-the-scenes tours of Citi Field is on a first come first serve basis

Get your tickets here: https://www.mlb.com/mets/tickets/specials/students/college-night

Also, make sure to stop by the Amazin’ Memorabilia Store and meet World Series Champion Tim Teuful at the Grab Bag window at the start of the game!

Wednesday, August 30 vs. Texas Rangers @ 6:40 p.m.

The Mets wrap up their series against the Rangers on Wednesday night! Upon arrival at the ballpark, the first 15,000 fans in attendance will receive an MLB Network Hat. Chaminade High School from Mineola will be throwing an Early First Pitch and performing the National Anthem. Dan Silverman, Big Game Sweeps Winner, will throw the Honorary First Pitch and actor and comedian Ronny Chieng will throw the Ceremonial First Pitch. Colonel Kevin Batule will be honored as the Veteran of the Game. Colonel Batule served in the United States Army from 1983–2011 and is a graduate of Chaminade High School!

Friday, September 1 vs. Seattle Mariners @ 7:10 p.m.

The Mets begin their third and final series of this homestand when the Seattle Mariners come to town on September 1! Citi Field will be celebrating an Evening of Chinese Culture with a Spirit Award, National Anthem Performance and Honorary First Pitch, as well as a performance of Take Me Out to the Ballgame during the Seventh Inning Stretch.

Furthermore, stick around after the game to watch a fireworks show presented by Toyota, and enjoy performances throughout the game by DJ Alizay!

The Amazin’ Offer of the Series is our garden gnomes for $30 each! Check out any Mets Team Store to get yours during this series.

Saturday, September 2 vs. Seattle Mariners @ 7:10 p.m.

The penultimate game of this homestand will kick off at 7:10 p.m. as the Mets take on the Mariners. Upon arrival, the first 15,000 fans in attendance will receive a Mets Corduroy Hat, presented by Citi.

Citi Field will be honoring Union Night with a Spirit Award, Early First Pitch and National Anthem Performance from Kyle Viverito. Friends from Caesars will be throwing an Honorary First Pitch and singer and songwriter Betty Who will throw the Ceremonial First Pitch. Colonel Herbert Plofsky will be honored as the Veteran of the Game. Colonel Plofsky served as a member of the United States Army from 1950–1952. He was then a 25-year employee of the Port Authority of New York!

Sunday, September 3 vs. Seattle Mariners @ 1:40 p.m.

The ninth and final game of this homestand kicks off at 1:40 p.m. on Sunday as the Mets close out their series with the Mariners. Citi Field will be celebrating Jewish Heritage with a Spirit Award, Honorary First Pitch and National Anthem performance by Shireinu Choir of Long Island. Michael Nussbaum will throw the Early First Pitch. Citi Field will also be honoring Childhood Cancer Awareness Day with a Spirit Award. Specialist Gary Glick will be honored as the Veteran of the Game. Specialist Glick served as a member of the United States Army from 1969–1972.

Each Sunday home game, Hands-On Mets History will feature items from the museum collection outside of the exhibit cases for fans to experience them up-close and personal in the Mets Hall of Fame and Museum. From 11:10 a.m. -1:40 p.m., we will be comparing the size of bases pre-2023 with bases from this season with a third base from Game 2 of the 2022 Wild Card Series when Pete Alonso hit his first postseason homerun with the second base from the Mets 2023 home opener. Be sure to stop by and check out these pieces of Mets history!

Throughout this homestand:

Mets Snaps

Mets Snaps is bringing a premium photography service to fans in an easy, fun and free way! During home games at Citi Field, keep an eye out for our roaming photographers in bright orange t-shirts with the below logo. Ask them to take your photo, which will be ready to download instantaneously.

Furthermore, the 2023 New York Mets Teen Club, for ages 13–15, is now open. Sign up your favorite young fan for free! Become a member for the opportunity to participate in once-in-a-lifetime experiences at Citi Field. Don’t miss out.

Sign up to stay in the know and have the chance to win exciting experiences including:

• Take a behind the scenes Citi Field Game Day Tour, which may include access to batting practice, prior to first pitch from a premier seating section (Section 109).
• Shadow the NYM Social Media Team on a game day
• * Experiences are subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply.

Sign up for free: https://www.mlb.com/mets/fans/teen-club

Team Store Sales and Promotions

All Youth Apparel — 25% Off

• Offer Valid 8/25–9/3
• Includes Jerseys and Name & Number T-Shirts
• Offer only applies to clothing. Hats are no included. In store only. Cannot be combined with any other offers

All Drinkware — 25% Off

• Offer Valid 8/25–9/3
• Includes Simple Modern tumblers, glassware, coffee mugs and more!
• In store only. Cannot be combined with any other offers

Blank Jerseys — 25% Off

• Offer Valid 8/25–9/3
• Includes Men’s, Women’s and Youth. Includes Replica and Authentic Jerseys
• In store only. Cannot be combined with any other offers

The New Era Cap of the Homestand is the League 9FORTY Adjustable Grey Cap, which you can purchase for $20 at the New Era Store Section 122 and the Main Team Stores located behind home plate on the Plaza, Field and Promenade Levels.

Amazin’ Memorabilia Sales and Promotions

Game-Used Bases — 20% Off

• Offer Valid 8/25–9/3
• Offer does not apply to day of game bases. In store only. Cannot be combined with any other offers

Gift with Purchase

• Spend $300 or more (before tax) and receive a free game-used dirt keychain
• Limited time offer. While supplies last. In store only. Cannot be combined with any other offers

US Open: Keep the Rally Going

Catch tennis and a Mets game on the same day! Unlock a limited time Buy One, Get One Free ticket offer for all remaining Mets home games beginning August 25.

Redeemable seating locations: Baseline Box, Big Apple Reserved, Excelsior Reserved, The Porch presented by Hijole, Promenade Reserved and Promenade Outfield.

Tickets subject to availability. Offer valid until 11:59 p.m. on September 10, 2023. Mets.com/Tennis

Date at Home Plate

Looking for something different for a night out? Introducing the brand-new Date at Home Plate ticket package. Enjoy a pre-game three course dinner and a bottle of wine at the Caesars Sportsbook at the Metropolitan Grille, Citi Field’s most picturesque space, overlooking both the playing field and the World’s Fair Marina. After dinner enjoy the game from one of three premium seating areas. Perfect for a night out with that special someone or a gathering of friends. Availability is limited so make your reservation now!

Package Includes:

• Three Course Dinner
• Bottle of Wine
• Non-alcoholic beverage service
• Ticket in one of the following premium seat locations:
• Metropolitan Bronze
• Metropolitan Box
• Excelsior Box

Looking forward to seeing you at Citi Field!