We’re just getting into winter, but it’s never too early to start thinking about baseball season.
The Pirates have announced their home game times, promo schedule and ticket on-sale dates for the upcoming season at PNC Park.
The Pirates will open the 2025 home campaign against the New York Yankees, for the first time in history, on Friday, April 4 at 4:12 p.m.
Highlights:
Yinzerpalooza will be July 18-20 against the Chicago White Sox
Bucco Luau is August 7-10 against the Cincinnati Reds (featuring bucket has and Hawaiian shirts).
Eight fireworks and drone nights are also planned in 2025:
Friday, April 18 vs. Cleveland Guardians
• Friday, May 23 vs. Milwaukee Brewers
• Friday, June 20 vs. Texas Rangers
• Friday, June 27 vs. New York Mets (Drone Show)
• Friday, July 18 vs. Chicago White Sox
• Saturday, July 26 vs. Arizona Diamondbacks (Drone Show)
• Friday, August 22 vs. Colorado Rockies
• Friday, September 19 vs. the Athletics
Sugardale Dollar Dog nights will be on April 17, May 1, May 22, June 5, August 7 and September 4 (all Thursdays)
Sunday afternoon games will remain Family Fun Days with promotional giveaways for kids:
Sunday, May 11 vs. Atlanta Braves – Jared Triolo Gold Glove Figurine
• Sunday, May 25 vs. Milwaukee Brewers – Player Themed Custom Headband
• Sunday, June 8 vs. Philadelphia Phillies – Eat'n Park Smiley Cookie
• Sunday, June 22 vs. Texas Rangers – Oneil Cruz Superhero Socks | DC Day at PNC Park
• Sunday, June 29 vs. New York Mets – Kids Replica Jersey
• Sunday, July 20 vs. Chicago White Sox – Jalapeno Hannah Pierogy Plush
• Sunday, July 27 vs. Arizona Diamondbacks – Topps Trading Cards
• Sunday, August 10 vs. Cincinnati Reds – Kids Luau Themed Cap
• Sunday, August 24 vs. Colorado Rockies – Big Bird Plush | Sesame Street Day at PNC Park
Most weeknight games will start at 6:40, a change from 7:05 p.m. made over the past couple of seasons.
And, single-game tickets will go on sale January 15.
Also, look out for more information on theme nights including WWE Day, DC Day, University Night, Heritage Nights and more in January.