The University of Cincinnati (UC) baseball program has unveiled its promotional schedule for the season, aiming to enhance the fan experience at UC Baseball Stadium with a series of themed nights and season-long offers. The 27-game home schedule is designed to provide multiple opportunities for fans to engage with Bearcats Baseball, building on the popularity of promotions from previous years.
Season-Long Value Propositions
UC is implementing several season-long promotions designed to make games more accessible, and enjoyable. A “PREGAME HAPPY HOUR” will offer $5 domestic beers before the first pitch of every home game. “DISCOUNT TUESDAYS” will feature $2 hot dogs and $7 tickets for select games: February 24th against Bowling Green, March 3rd versus Western Kentucky, March 10th against Evansville, March 31st versus Wright State, and April 14th against Xavier. “THIRSTY THURSDAYS” will provide $5 domestic beers throughout the entirety of games on March 5th against UC San Diego and May 14th against Texas Tech.
Beyond discounted food and beverages, the program is also focusing on family-friendly events. “BARK IN THE PARK,” sponsored by Pup Cup Heaven, will allow fans to bring their dogs to games on April 12th against Baylor and April 26th against West Virginia, with $2 hot dogs available during these events. A popular tradition, “KIDS RUN THE BASES,” will continue after every Sunday home game, providing children with a memorable experience on the field. Scheduled dates for this promotion include March 1st versus Austin Peay, March 8th versus UC San Diego, March 22nd versus Utah, March 29th versus Kansas, April 12th versus Baylor, and April 26th versus West Virginia.
Themed Game Nights: A Diverse Calendar
The promotional calendar extends beyond recurring discounts to include a variety of single-game themes. Opening Day, on February 24th against Bowling Green, will kick off the season with special festivities. A “Decades Weekend” on March 1st versus Austin Peay will celebrate the 80s, 90s, and 2000s, likely with music and attire reflecting those eras. March 10th’s game against Evansville is designated “2016 Night,” the specific significance of which wasn’t detailed. The March 20th game against Utah will be “Youth Team Night” and also serve as the Big 12 home opener for the Bearcats.
Further themed events include a “Junior Bearcat Club Spring Sport Outing” on March 22nd against Utah, a “Military Appreciation” night on March 27th versus Kansas, and “Greek Night” on March 31st against Wright State. April brings “The Clifton Open” on April 10th against Baylor, “Alumni Day” on April 11th against Baylor, and “Wear Red” on April 14th against Xavier, encouraging fans to show their team spirit. April 24th’s game against West Virginia will be “Staff Appreciation” day, combined with a “Bearcats at the Beach” theme. The season will conclude with “Fan Appreciation / 9 Innings of Winnings” on May 15th against Texas Tech, and “Senior Day / Season Ticket Holder Appreciation” on May 16th against Texas Tech.
Road Trip to Start the Season
Before the promotional schedule takes effect at UC Baseball Stadium, the Bearcats will embark on an eight-game road trip. The season begins through at Jacksonville State, followed by a midweek game at Auburn on . The road trip continues with four games at UAB from to .
The home opener is scheduled for against Bowling Green at 4:00 p.m. Tickets for the 2026 season are available for purchase through a link provided by the university.
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