Heading to Fenway? Check out these Red Sox game day promos before the end of the season
Summer may be winding down, but there's still plenty of time to catch a game at Fenway Park.
The Red Sox currently sit just outside of an American League Wild Card spot, but if the chase for a postseason berth isn't enough, the team is offering plenty of other incentives with promotions, giveaways and theme nights.
Promotions and giveaways at Fenway Park are separated into three categories: Gate Giveaways, in which the first 7,500 fans scanned in at the gate receive a giveaway item, Theme Nights and Cultural and Identity Celebrations,. For the latter two categories, fans must purchase tickets on the theme night's landing page on the team website in order to receive the giveaway item. Some offers, such as the Italian Celebration on Aug. 27, the Cabo Verde Celebration on Aug. 29 and Sesame Street Day on Sept. 8, have already sold out.
From bobbleheads to bracelets and jerseys to caps, here's a look at the upcoming Fenway Park promotions.
Aug. 26 vs. Toronto: Women's Celebration
The Red Sox are honoring trailblazing women from the Greater Boston area with a pregame social event, activities and performances, as well as giving away a custom Women's Celebration Red Sox zip-up jacket. Modeled after the Red Sox jersey from 1943, the same year the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League was founded, it features the Red Sox nameplate across the chest as well as a Women's Celebration at Fenway Park patch on the left sleeve and a American flag shield on the right sleeve, which was worn by the team in 1943 as a sign of support for the war effort. Jackets are available in sizes Small through XL, with size availability on a first-come, first-serve basis.
VIP tickets are also available, which includes access to the Breaking Barriers pregame speaking program and networking event, featuring speeches by women from the world of Boston professional sports.
Aug. 29 vs. Toronto: Dave Roberts Bobblehead and Swimmers' Night
This Thursday night matchup with the Blue Jays features a pair of promotions. In honor of the 20th anniversary of the Red Sox "reversing the Curse," the team is giving away 7,500 bobbleheads memorizing Dave Roberts' famous steal of second base in Game 4 of the 2004 American League Championship Series that proved the turning point in Boston's historic comeback against the New York Yankees.
Additionally, it's Swimmers' Night, with those who purchase the special offer ticket receiving a Red Sox City Connect Swim Cap. For each special ticket purchased, the Red Sox will donate $5 to the USA Swimming Foundation.
Sept. 9 vs. Baltimore: Ortiz Baseball Hall of Fame Funko Pop! and Section 10 Night
Another double promotion, the first 7,500 fans to enter will receive a special Funko Pop! figurine of Red Sox legend and three time World Series champion David Ortiz dressed in a National Baseball Hall of Fame jersey and hat. Big Papi, as he came to be known during his 14 season in Boston, was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2022.
Additionally, the Red Sox will celebrate the "Section 10" podcast, with hosts Jared Carrabis, Coley Mick, Steve Perrault and Tyler Milliken throwing out the ceremonial first pitch and themed attractions around Fenway. Those who purchase the special ticket offer will receive a Section 10 jersey, which is Fenway green and feature the podcast name across the chest, a Section 10 logo patch on the right sleeve and a Red Sox "Hanging Sox" logo patch on the left sleeve. Jerseys are available in sizes Small through XL, with size availability on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Sept. 10 vs. Baltimore: Margaritaville Night
In honor of the 20th anniversary of Jimmy Buffett's stop at Fenway Park on the License To Chill tour, those who purchase special ticket offers will receive a statue of the late King of the Parrotheads sticking his head out of the Green Monster, modeled after the cover for his "Live at Fenway Park" album. Those who upgrade to a VIP package will also receive a Red Sox Margaritaville straw hat, with a portion of ticket sales going to Singing for Change.
Ahead of the game, all in attendance will be treated to performances and activities honoring the music and legacy of Buffett as well as the Margaritaville lifestyle.
Sept. 20 vs. Minnesota: Hispanic Celebration
The Red Sox, in cooperation with Goya, will celebrate the Hispanic communities of Greater Boston during this Friday night showdown with the Twins. Those who purchase special ticket offers will receive a black jersey with "Medias Rojas," the Spanish name for the Red Sox, across the chest. On the back is a Red colorful patterned number 24, with the Red Sox "Hanging Sox" logo in the same pattern on the right sleeve. Jerseys are available in sizes Small through XL, with size availability on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Sept. 21 vs. Minnesota: Fangirl Fantasy: Haylor Night and Irish Celebration
For fans of Taylor Swift and Harry Styles, this Saturday afternoon game is for you. Those who purchase special ticket offers will receive either a "FENWAY ERA" or "WALLY'S HOUSE" friendship bracelet as well as access to a postgame Fangirl Fantasy party featuring a DJ playing the music of Swift, Styles and more. All who buy the special tickets will receive a chance to win tickets to an upcoming Fangirl Fantasy event and there will be photo ops and other activities throughout Fenway.
The Red Sox will also hold an Irish Celebration, featuring Irish step dance performances outside of the gates ahead of the game. Those who purchase special ticket offers will receive a Irish-themed Red Sox jersey, with a white jersey with green sleeves, an Irish flag above the word "Sox" and the "Hanging Sox" logo on the right sleeve. Jerseys are available in sizes Small through XL, with size availability on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Sept. 29 vs. Tampa Bay: Kids Run The Bases
The fifth and final Kids Run The Bases event is slated for the Red Sox Sunday matinee regular season finale. After the game against the Rays, kids in attendance are invited to run the bases of America's Most Beloved Ballpark. Specifics regarding where to line up and who can run with or without a parent will be announced during the game, and no special ticket purchases are necessary.
This article originally appeared on The Taunton Daily Gazette: Check out these upcoming promotions and giveaways at Fenway Park