2026 Promotions & Giveaways

AUGUST & SEPTEMBER
FAN APPRECIATION DISCOUNTS

We're celebrating our favorite people - all of you! Fan Appreciation Weekend may be August 14-16, but we're extending the benefits the entire month of August (and September 😉)!

FOR ALL REMAINING SUNDAY - THURSDAY GAMES:

★ Get $12 single-game tickets online and 4️⃣ for $40 at the box office

★ Bring a group of 11 or more for $10 tickets and receive a 10% off coupon for the Bears Den team store per ticket

MONDAY - THURSDAY

★ Enjoy FREE game day parking in the game day lot between Buffalo Wild Wings and Star Furniture & Mattress

Make the most of your week days before the summer ends!

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full-schedule--:R9356dqjfan6:August Promotions

Thursday, August 20 | First Pitch - 6:00 PM

vs. Williamsport Crosscutters
SHOE CHARM GIVEAWAY
Healthcare Worker Appreciation Night

FIRST 300 FANS | GATES OPEN: 5:00 PM*

We're here to give a round of applause to our dedicated healthcare workers with Healthcare Worker Appreciation Night presented by WVU Medicine! The first 300 fans will receive a set of shoe charms featuring the WVU Medicine Golisano Children's Hospital Cookie-Cutter Kids logo.

Tickets for healthcare workers are FREE with valid employee ID (family/friend discount of $12 per ticket).

*Gates open at 4:30 PM for Season Ticket Holders

Friday, August 21 | First Pitch - 7:00 PM

vs. Williamsport Crosscutters
POST-GAME FIREWORKS
Friday Night Fireworks - Fitness Night

GATES OPEN: 6:00 PM

It's Fitness Night presented by Orange Theory Fitness! Get ready to get pumped with fitness-themed challenges and games.

Other highlights include Friday Night Happy Hour, which runs from gates open to first pitch, and the final post-game fireworks show of the season!

Saturday, August 22 | First Pitch - 7:00 PM

vs. Williamsport Crosscutters
WELCOME WEEKEND GAME
Fairmont State University Night

GATE OPEN: 6:00 PM

Join us for a "welcome weekend" game hosted by Fairmont State University!

Meet and mingle with new and returning students, staff, and more. Highlights include a FSU merch giveaway.

Camo Classic Series - August 23-25

vs. State College Spikes
REALTREE GIVEAWAYS & MERCH
Camo Classic Series

GATES OPEN -

  • SUNDAY, AUG 23: 4 PM*
  • MONDAY, AUG 24: 5 PM
  • TUESDAY, AUG 25: 5 PM

The Bears are going hunting during their series against the State College Spikes, and what better way to do it than in RealTree jerseys and hunter-orange on-field caps? 😁

We're leaning into our state's love for outdoor sports with our Camo Classic Series presented by Wiles Auction!

Pick up your RealTree Black Bears Logo Can Coozie on Sunday, August 23 (first 300 fans), and be ready to bid on our game-worn jerseys with proceeds benefiting the Shack Neighborhood House!

Sunday's game also features the rescheduled promotions from August 16:

  • Pre-game meet and greet from 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

  • Team photo giveaway

Did someone say Camo Classic merch line? 👀 Get your matching on-field hats and apparel in the Bears Den Team Store during the series!

*Gates open at 5:30 PM for Season Ticket Holders

Monday, August 31 | First Pitch - 6:00 PM

vs. Mahoning Valley Scrappers
POST-GAME FIREWORKS
Independence Day Eve

GATES OPEN: 6:00 PM

T-Shirt available only with Ticket Pack or in-store on game day

We're getting the holiday party started early with our Independence Day Eve celebration, presented by MVB Bank! Enjoy a day of America's favorite pastime and balloon twisting by Simplicity's Wonderful World, followed by our biggest fireworks show of the season! Grab a limited-edition Independence Day T-shirt available with purchase of the Independence Day Ticket Pack (over 40% savings) or in the team store.

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Tuesday, September 1 | First Pitch - 6:00 PM

vs. Mahoning Valley Scrappers
FINAL GAME OF THE SEASON
ALL REMAINING GIVEAWAYS

FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED | GATES OPEN: 5:00 PM*

It's the final game of the season, and that means we're clearing out all remaining giveaway items from the 2026 season. Who knows, we may even throw in some extras from past seasons. We're also giving away any remaining prizes from in-game promotions, including gift cards and merchandise!

*NO EARLY ENTRY FOR FINAL GAME OF THE SEASON

full-schedule--:R4j96dqjfan6:Daily Promotions

Monday Mashup

MASHUP OF TICKETS & MORE!
Monday Mashup

Introducing our MONDAY MASHUP - the best value for a Black Bears single-game ticket that money can buy! Mashups include discounted tickets plus concessions, merchandise, or other great deals - all for under $20. Mashups change every Monday game!

TO PURCHASE: Select "MONDAY MASHUP" buyer type when purchasing tickets.

JULY 20 - $15

  • Ticket + Hot dog/drink + 2025 Championship logo lapel pin

AUGUST 24 - $18

  • Ticket + Hot dog/drink/bag of chips + Mystery giveaway item

AUGUST 31 - $18

  • Ticket + Hershey's Ice Cream helmet + Mystery giveaway item

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2sDay at the Park

$2 CONCESSIONS
2sDays at The Park

A ballpark staple, 2sDays at The Park features $12 single game tickets, plus $2 concession specials on hot dogs, candy, and small drinks every Tuesday home game, including Opening Day on Tuesday, June 9!

Check out the team store for discounts of up to 20% off select merchandise.

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Thirsty Thursday™

MUST BE 21+; LIMIT 4 PER INNING
Thirsty Thursday™

Thirsty Thursday™ is BACK! Get your weekend started early and enjoy over 1/2 off domestic drafts with a $4 BEER VOUCHER for sale in the Bears Den Team Store.

Limited beer vouchers are available each game so get yours while supplies last 🍻 (must be 21+; limit 4 per inning)

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Friday Night Fireworks

POST-GAME FIREWORKS
Friday Night Fireworks

Kick off your weekend at Kendrick Family Ballpark! Enjoy the best Fireworks Show in town, post-game, 1/2 off all drinks from gates open to first pitch with Friday Night Happy Hour, plus exit coupons from featured partners like Panera Bread!

  • June 19: ALS Awareness Night presented by WVU Medicine HME
  • June 26: 2026 is 2016 Night presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors
  • July 3: Independence Day Eve presented by MVB Bank
  • July 10: Scout Night with post-game campout
  • July 31: Pittsburgh Pirates Day
  • August 14: 90s Night (Fan Appreciation Weekend) presented by Premier Properties by Barbara Alexander Howard Hanna
  • August 21: Fitness Night presented by Orange Theory Fitness

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PROMOTIONS AND GIVEAWAY POLICY

Please note all promotions and promotional dates are subject to change. All giveaway items will be distributed on the specified game day on a first-come, first-served basis. Fans who meet requirements (if applicable) will receive one (1) giveaway item, while supplies last. Those with multiple tickets must exit and re-enter the ballpark to receive multiple giveaway items. Availability of giveaway items cannot be guaranteed due to potential shipping delays, game cancellations, or any other operational causes. WVBB will notify fans through social media and direct email blasts of changes to the promotional schedule. WVBB may modify this policy at any time. All fans need a ticket to receive a promotional giveaway or qualify for a promotion.

Black Bears Ticket Links

AVAILABLE IN LATE FEBRUARY 2025! Check back soon for the 2025 Promotional schedule!

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Sunday, June 15 | First Pitch - 6:00 PM

vs. State College Spikes
HOUSE BLACK BEARS NIGHT
Father's Day Hat Giveaway

FIRST 500 FANS | GATES OPEN: 5:00 PM*

What better way to spend Father's Day than the ballpark? Grab a special Father's Day Hat at the gate and make sure to stay to run the bases post-game with dad! Want to make the day even more memorable? Purchase a Father's Day Ticket Pack for an exclusive pre-game experience and guaranteed giveaway!

*Gates open at 4:30 PM for Season Ticket Holders

Sunday, June 16 | First Pitch - 4:00 PM

vs. State College Spikes
FATHER'S DAY
Baseball Giveaway

FIRST 300 FANS | GATES OPEN: 3:00 PM*

What better way to spend Father's Day than with dad at the ballpark? Make sure to bring your glove and grab a Specialty Logo Baseball at the gate because we're heading to the field for post-game catch and to run the bases! Game sponsored by Generators Plus+. Want to make the day even more memorable? Purchase a Father's Day Ticket Pack for exclusive merch and a pre-game team meet & greet!

*Gates open at 2:30 PM for Season Ticket Holders

Thursday, June 20 | First Pitch - 6:30 PM

vs. Trenton Thunder
WEST VIRGINIA DAY
T-Shirt Giveaway

FIRST 500 FANS | GATES OPEN: 5:30 PM*

Country roads, take us to Kendrick Family Ballpark for West Virginia Day, presented by the Gas & Oil Association of West Virginia. Celebrate West Virginia's birthday with a special T-Shirt Giveaway paying tribute to our "Wild and Wonderful" home AND Thirsty Thursday™!

*Gates open at 5:00 PM for Season Ticket Holders

Saturday, June 22 | First Pitch - 7:00 PM

vs. Trenton Thunder
90s NIGHT
90s Poster Giveaway

FIRST 500 FANS | GATES OPEN: 6:00 PM*

It's time to party like it's 1999! Join us for 90s Night, and get a Black Bears Championship Poster commemorating the 2023 team in true 90s fashion. Dress to impress in your best 90s gear because we're giving away $200 in prizes and 2025 season tickets to the fan voted "Best Dressed"

*Gates open at 5:30 PM for Season Ticket Holders

Sunday, June 23 | First Pitch - 4:00 PM

vs. Trenton Thunder
POST-GAME AUTOGRAPHS
Team Photo Giveaway

FIRST 500 FANS | GATES OPEN: 3:00 PM*

Meet the first-half team and get a Team Photo at the gate for them to autograph after the game. Enjoy balloon twisting by Simplicity's Balloon Creations and don't forget -- kids run the bases post-game every Sunday! Autograph sessions are open to all fans.

*Gates open at 2:30 PM for Season Ticket Holders

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Wednesday, July 3 | First Pitch - 7:00 PM

vs. Mahoning Valley Scrappers
POST-GAME FIREWORKS
Independence Day Eve

GATES OPEN: 6:00 PM

T-Shirt available only with Ticket Pack or in-store on game day

We're getting the holiday party started early with our Independence Day Eve celebration, presented by MVB Bank! Enjoy a day of America's favorite pastime and balloon twisting by Simplicity's Wonderful World, followed by our biggest fireworks show of the season! Grab a limited-edition Independence Day T-shirt available with purchase of the Independence Day Ticket Pack (over 40% savings) or in the team store.

Friday, July 10 | First Pitch - 7 PM

vs. Mahoning Valley Scrappers
FRIDAY NIGHT FIREWORKS
Post-Game Fireworks

GATES OPEN: 6:00 PM

We're prepared 😁 for Scout Night! Book your group and receive discounted tickets for your pack, and the freedom to add hot dog and drink vouchers and a commemorative patch. Post-game fireworks will begin once the teams clear the field.

Overnight campout requires the purchase of a campout ticket package. Donuts, coffee, and juice will be provided on Saturday morning between 7-8 AM (field cleared by 8 AM).

For more information, contact the Black Bears ticket office.

Saturday, July 11 | First Pitch - 7:00 PM

vs. Mahoning Valley Scrappers
BID ON GAME-WORN JERSEYS
Game-Worn Jersey Auction

GATES OPEN: 6:00 PM

Prepare to feel the force because it's Star Wars Night presented by WVU Medicine! Hang out with Star Wars characters pre-game, and bid on our specialty game-worn jerseys. All proceeds from the jersey auction benefit WVU Medicine Golisano Children's Hospital.

Get the full experience with the Star Wars Night Ticket Pack, complete with food vouchers and our new light saber mini bats!

Sunday, July 12 | First Pitch - 5 PM

vs. Mahoning Valley Scrappers
FOR THE FIRST 500
Poké-Baseball Giveaway

FIRST 500 FANS | GATES OPEN: 4:00 PM*

We wanna be the very best, like no one ever was 🎶 get out your Pokédex because "Gotta Catch 'Em All" at the Park returns with a new Poké-Baseball to collect!

Pick up a Black Bears Master Poké-Baseball and keep your eyes peeled 👀 for a wild Pikachu loose in the ballpark. Guess where Pikachu will turn up for the chance to win a $100 gift card!

Enjoy balloon twisting by Simplicity's Wonderful World and don't forget -- kids run the bases post-game every Sunday!

*Gates open at 3:30 PM for Season Ticket Holders

July 29-30 | First Pitch - 6:30 PM

vs. Aberdeen IronBirds
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
Readers' Choice Discount Days

JULY 29-30 | GATES OPEN: 5:30 PM

The West Virginia Black Bears are thrilled to announce they have been nominated for a Dominion Post 2026 Readers' Choice Award - and are now one of the top five finalists in Family Amusement!

As a thank you for getting the Black Bears to the voting round, all tickets for the games on July 29 and 30 against the Aberdeen IronBirds are $10 online or 4 for $35 at the box office.

Game day parking in the Game Day Lot between Buffalo Wild Wings and Star Furniture and Mattress is free for both games.

ℹ️ : VIEW MORE INFORMATION

🗳️ : VOTE FOR THE BLACK BEARS

Friday, July 31 | First Pitch - 7 PM

vs. Aberdeen IronBirds
PITTSBURGH PIRATES DAY
MEET THE PIRATES MASCOTS

The Pirate Parrot is making its way down to Kendrick Family Ballpark for Pittsburgh Pirates Day!

Our MLB Community Partners will be here to help us kick off the weekend 😎 Highlights include Happy Hour with 1/2 off all drink from gates open to first pitch (excluding Jazzy's milkshakes) and a grand prize giveaway for two Pirates tickets for Saturday, August 8, at PNC Park against the Mets!

Saturday, August 1 | First Pitch - 6:00 PM

vs. Mahoning Valley Scrappers
MEET & GREET
Meet Bluey & Bingo

GATES OPEN: 5:00 PM

Wackadoo! It's time to meet the most popular pups on television when Bluey and Bingo come to town! The characters from Bluey will be available for a meet and greet and photo op during the game, plus kids run the bases post-game. Game is presented by WVU Medicine.

𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘--

★ Bluey and Bingo will be meeting fans in the Bear Pit behind the concourse, entering through the gate by the Team Store and Gate B, in 30-minute intervals. They will be available at the following times:

  • 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm*
  • 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
  • 7:30 pm - 8:00 pm

★ Bluey and Bingo require breaks every 30 minutes, but we'll be handing out placeholders (up to 50) to those in line who aren't able to meet before these puppies go on break.

𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗗𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗦--

★ Bluey & Bingo will be available to meet with fans and take photos! We ask all fans to have their phones/cameras ready as we want to ensure as many fans meet them as possible.

★ Fast-pass access* is from 5:30-6:00 pm, and is only available through the Bluey Ticket 4-Pack! Only 3️⃣0️⃣ packs are available, on sale Saturday, July 25, at 10:00 am EDT. Limit one (1) 4-pack per order.

Sunday, August 2 | First Pitch - 5:00 PM

vs. Mahoning Valley Scrappers
DACHSHUND DERBY
Bark in the Park

GATES OPEN: 4:00 PM

BRING ON THE WIENER DOGS! We're holding the first ever Dachshund Derby at Kendrick Family Ballpark! The winning wiener will receive a 6-MONTH BARKBOX™ SUBSCRIPTION and TWO (2) 2027 SEASON TICKETS!

All proceeds from dog tickets benefit Animal Friends of North Central West Virginia.

Enjoy balloon twisting by Simplicity's Wonderful World and this Sunday, dogs can run the bases WITH kids (ALL dogs must be on leashes).

Select "ADULT + DOG TICKET" buyer type when purchasing tickets. For more information, visit the Event Information page.

Thursday, August 13 | First Pitch - 6:00 PM

vs. State College Spikes
BRING YOUR SINGLE FRIENDS
Third Wheel Thursday

GATES OPEN: 5:00 PM

Talking to all our "couple" people out there - do you have a perpetually single friend who is in need of human connection? Does this person tend to use you as their surrogate "people" as they search for something more? We want you!

Bring your single friends to our Third Wheel Thursday game where you'll have the opportunity to pitch them to a group of other "third wheels." Highlights include "buy two, get one free" tickets, social hour, and discounts around the number 3️⃣ 😁

Thirsty Thursday™ drink vouchers for $4 domestic drafts are available for purchase in the Bears Den Team Store (see promotion info in Daily Promotions)

Friday, August 14 | First Pitch - 7:00 PM

vs. Aberdeen IronBirds
90s NIGHT IS DA BOMB
Friday Night Fireworks - 90s Night

GATES OPEN: 6:00 PM

It's time to party like it's 1999! Join us for 90s Night as we pay homage to what we consider the greatest decade of our lives, and we bask in the nostalgia for all things 90s like the first time we heard the phrase, "stuff'd crust pizza."

Vintage collectors, wear your best 90s sports memorabilia because we're giving away a pair of 2026 WVU football tickets to the best dressed!

Other highlights include Friday Night Happy Hour, which runs from gates open to first pitch, and the penultimate post-game fireworks show of the season presented by Premier Properties by Barbara Alexander Howard Hanna!

Saturday, August 15 | First Pitch - 7:00 PM

vs. Aberdeen IronBirds
BOBBLEHEAD GIVEAWAY
Women in Sports Night

FIRST 500 FANS | GATES OPEN: 6:00 PM*

Celebrating women in sports, one of our favorite topics! What better way to celebrate than by debuting our own Pepperoni and Cheese Patty Bobblehead - a tribute to the Black Bears most decorated champion of the Julia's Pepperoni Roll Race.

Tickets for ALL COLLEGE STUDENTS are FREE with valid student ID.

*Gates open at 5:30 PM for Season Ticket Holders

Sunday, August 16 | First Pitch - 1:00 PM

vs. Aberdeen IronBirds
POST-GAME BOUNCE TIME
Pre and Post-game Kids Events

Due to inclement weather and an uncertain forecast, we have postponed the following events for Sunday, August 23:

  • Pre-game meet and greet

  • Team photo giveaway

  • Post-game kids run the bases

Balloon twisting by Simplicity's Wonderful World will not be rescheduled due to conflicting schedules.

Post-game inflatables presented by Bounce 'N More will be rescheduled for a community event to be announced.

Fans unable to attend the game on August 23 may request a team photo by emailing wvbbpromotions@gmail.com.

We apologize for the inconvenience.

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GATES OPEN: 12:00 PM*

It's the final day of Fan Appreciation Weekend, and we're having a day of fun just for kids presented by Bounce 'N More! Meet up early to get your 2026 team photo and have brunch with the Bears in the game day parking lot (information to follow) as we give away some remaining items from 2026 and Cooper's Crew tickets for next season!

Simplicity's Wonderful World will be twisting balloons for her final game on the concourse.

After the game, enjoy inflatable bounce houses on the field!

*Gates open at 11:30 AM for Season Ticket Holders

Sunday Funday

FAMILY FUNDAYS
Family Fundays

Family Funday features family-friendly themes like Kids Takeover and team autograph sessions, with balloon twisting by Simplicity's Wonderful World! Don't forget to come down to the field post-game because kids run the bases EVERY Sunday!

  • June 21: Father's Day presented by Backyard Bar-BQ
  • June 28: Kids Takeover/Splash Day presented by Bounce 'N More
  • July 12: "Gotta Catch 'Em All" at the Park presented by the Turn\♥*
  • August 2: Bark in the Park presented by Pampered 4 Paws\♥*
  • August 16: Fan Appreciation Weekend - Pre-game brunch and autograph session + post-game kids bounce time presented by Bounce N' More\♥*

∗ Giveaway or Grand Prize Giveaway

♥ Balloon Twisting Dates

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Junior/Senior Discount Wednesdays

FOR AGES 3-12 & 55+
Junior/Senior Discount Day

Wednesdays are now JUNIOR/SENIOR DISCOUNT DAYS with $10 tickets for juniors and seniors!

Cooper's Crew and Silver Sluggers Members save an additional 10% in the Bears Den team store (20% total)!

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Event Details - Saturday, August 1

Gates Open: 5:00 PM

𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘--

★ Bluey and Bingo will be meeting fans in the Bear Pit behind the concourse, entering through the gate by the Team Store and Gate B. Bluey and Bingo will be available to meet fans in 30-minute intervals. They will be available at the following times:

  • 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm*
  • 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
  • 7:30 pm - 8:00 pm

★ Bluey and Bingo require breaks every 30 minutes, but we'll be handing out placeholders (up to 50) to those in line who aren't able to meet before these puppies go on break.

𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗗𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗦--

★ Bluey & Bingo will be available to meet with fans and take photos! We ask all fans to have their phones/cameras ready as we want to ensure as many fans meet them as possible.

★ Fast-pass access* is from 5:30-6:00 pm, and is only available through the Bluey Ticket 4-Pack! Only 3️⃣0️⃣ packs are available, on sale Saturday, July 25, at 10:00 am EDT. Limit one (1) 4-pack per order.