On Friday, July 22, the Phillies are back from the MLB All-Star break and will kick off their three-game series against the Chicago Cubs at Citizens Bank Park. Here’s a look at all the promotions and fun surrounding the games, as well as other ‘know before you go’ information.

1. The Phillies will host their 13th annual Italian Heritage Celebration during Friday’s 7:05 p.m. series opener.

· To help honor the Italian community, the event features a $6 discount off the regular price of tickets in select locations. Click here for this Theme Night ticket offer.

· Prior to entering the ballpark, stop by Citizens Bank Way to enjoy yard games (Jenga, Connect 4 and cornhole) sponsored by Pep Boys.

· Plus, Pass and Stow will feature performances by the Vivaci Italian Folk Dance Group from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. More pregame fun includes LifeBrand’s Oculus Home Run Derby, located inside the Third Base Plaza.

· Opera Philadelphia will perform Take Me Out to the Ballgame during the seventh inning.

2. On Saturday, July 23, the 6:05 p.m. game will feature pregame and postgame fun! Highlights include the Phillies Charities Inc. Summer Phlash Sale, grand opening of the Budweiser Batter’s Eye Bar, and the Jake Owen Postgame Concert presented by Jim Beam (field passes available)! Plus, outfielder Kyle Schwarber will join Budweiser Folds of Honor on-field in presenting an educational scholarship to the son of a military member, who will also be recognized in-game.

· Phillies Charities, Inc. will host a one day, Summer Phlash Sale at the First Base Plaza, selling autographed jerseys, baseballs, bats, and hats, with all proceeds benefiting charity. Many of these items are team issued or game used. The sale includes current and former players and managers such as Aaron Nola, Rhys Hoskins, Charlie Manuel and more! The event is part of the Phillies Summer of Giving presented by The GIANT Company.

· Also pregame at Pass and Stow, there will be a 360 photobooth, courtesy of Jim Beam. In addition, fans 21 and over will be able to sample Jim Beam ready-to-drink cocktails (while supplies last).

· Plus, it’s the grand opening of the Budweiser Batter’s Eye Bar in Ashburn Alley! Pregame festivities include celebrity bartending by 1983 NLCS MVP Gary “Sarge” Matthews, DJ HBK and giveaways.

· The game will also recognize Budweiser Folds of Honor, which provides educational scholarships to military families of those who have been killed or disabled while on active duty. A portion of the gross proceeds of that night’s Phillies Charities, Inc. 50/50 drawing, presented by DraftKings, will benefit the Folds of Honor cause.

o Kyle Schwarber will join representatives from Folds of Honor, Anheuser-Busch and Penn Beer to present a $10,000 check to Folds of Honor. Representing Folds of Honor will be educational scholarship recipient Ethan Cross, a sophomore at University of Maryland College Park and an international business major with a minor in Japanese language and culture.

o Ethan and his father, MSgt Norman Cross, will have the honor of changing a base at the end of the third inning. MSgt Cross served 17 years in the United States Air Force as a special operations airborne linguist and served in multiple deployments and is a member of the Eastern PA/NJ Folds of Honor Chapter.

· Following the game, stay for the Jake Owen Postgame Concert presented by Jim Beam! Your game ticket is your concert ticket; no additional purchase is required. Fans can enhance their experience by purchasing a field pass to enjoy the concert from the infield. Also, Jake Owen merchandise will be available for sale at the First Base Plaza.

3. Fans 14 and under will receive a PECO Zack Wheeler Replica Jersey at Sunday’s 12:05 p.m. game. Plus, SportsRadio 94WIP morning show host Angelo Cataldi, who recently announced his retirement, will throw the ceremonial first pitch.

· Prior to the game, the Phillies will host a Strikeout the Stigma event presented by Kitay Law Offices, focused on bringing important conversations to the forefront about the value of healthy life habits, supporting those around us, and removing the negative connotation surrounding mental health. The session will focus on the ‘Relationship Between Diet and Mental Health’ and include panelists Dr. Tracy Oliver, PhD, RDN, LDN Associate Professor from Villanova University, Scott Prendergast of Minding Your Mind, dietician Shannon Shultz from The GIANT Company, and Phillies Ambassador Scott Palmer, who will moderate the session. For more information, click here.

4. The Phillies and KLYR Rum are recognizing first responders and military heroes for their service as KLYR Rum K-Counters of the Game: Corporal Patrick Morris from the Harrison Township Police Department (Friday), United States Army Sgt Alexander Seekings (Saturday) and United States Army Sgt1C Jose Mendez (Sunday).

· Each hero will have the unique experience of operating the new K-Counter in Section 148, which will showcase every strike out thrown by a Phillies pitcher, as well as be recognized on PhanaVision.

5. Bid on player-signed items at the Phillies Charities, Inc. Auction until noon on Thursday, July 28, via the MLB Ballpark App (available on iOS and Android devices only). The auction features a terrific lineup of game-used and team-issued items signed by Phillies’ Alec Bohm, Nick Castellanos, Zach Eflin, Jeurys Familia, Didi Gergorius, Kyle Gibson, Bryce Harper, Rhys Hoskins, Aaron Nola, Kyle Schwarber, Ranger Suarez and Zack Wheeler.

6. Debut of Philly Pop! Self-Serve Popcorn Machines by Gold Medal. A tasty twist on a baseball classic, the new popcorn offering is inspired by Chickie’s and Pete’s world-famous Crabfries and features Chickie’s and Pete’s signature seasoning paired with a tangy white cheddar flavor. Citizens Bank Park will be the first and only sports venue in the world to have these state-of–the art popcorn machines. Fans can grab Philly Pop at section 110, starting this Friday.

· Safety guidelines: In accordance with the City’s safety guidelines, fans are strongly encouraged to wear masks in indoor spaces at the ballpark including the Diamond Club, retail stores, elevators and restrooms. Fans are reminded to bring their own mask if they will be at one of the previously mentioned areas at Citizens Bank Park.

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· Parking lots: Parking for Phillies games is cashless. Methods of payment include credit/debit cards and mobile payment (Apple Pay and Google Pay). To expedite entry, pre-paid parking passes may also be purchased prior to the game. Tailgating lots (M, N & O) will open 5 hours prior to first pitch and non-tailgating lots will open 3 hours prior.

· Access Tickets & More: Use the free MLB Ballpark app as your guide to Citizens Bank Park to access tickets, forward to friends, use the interactive concourse maps and enjoy games.

· Gate Openings: All gates open 90 minutes before game time.

· To expedite entry: Guests are prohibited from bringing bags, including backpacks, into the ballpark. Only clutch purses (12”x 12” x 1”), fanny packs, medical bags, clear or solid tote bags and diaper bags will be permitted into Citizens Bank Park.

· Broadcast: The game on 7/22 will broadcast on Apple TV+. The game on 7/23 will broadcast on NBCSP and available via live stream for authenticated subscribers on NBC Sports Philadelphia’s MyTeams app. The game on 7/24 will broadcast on Peacock. All games will broadcast on 94 WIP and WTTM 1680.

· Stay informed! Follow @PhilliesCBP on Twitter and like the official Citizens Bank Park Facebook page.