We're just nine days away from Minnesota Twins pitchers and catchers reporting to Fort Myers, Florida for the start of Spring Training. But Tuesday, the team announced it's promotion schedule for the 2025 regular season.
At least 43 of the Twins 81 home games will have some type of giveaway or theme night package. Spokesperson Matt Hodson says it all begins with the home opener April 3rd.
"We'll give away some beanies that day," Hodson tells WCCO.
We all love beanies. Beanies are nice. But what about bobbleheads?
"Royce Lewis bobblehead on May 24th. A Byron Buxton bobblehead with a special 'Buck Truck' sound on July 12th," explains Hodson.
Of course, they have to honor Joe Mauer, right?
"We're going to dedicate a statue of him outside the ballpark on Target Plaza April 13th," Hodson adds.
There will also be some music, a Star Wars night, "wine, women and baseball", and more. A little something for everyone.
Minnesota opens up Grapefruit League action February 22nd against the Braves, which can be heard on the radio home of the Minnesota Twins, News Talk 830 and of course on the Audacy app (in-market restrictions apply).
2025 Promotions, Special Events and Postgame Concerts
Among the highlights of the Twins’ robust promotions, special events and postgame concerts schedule:
Opening Weekend: The first 10,000 fans in attendance for the April 3 Home Opener vs. Houston will receive a Twins City Connect Beanie, courtesy of Your Local Northland Ford Dealers. To celebrate Kids Opening Day on April 6, the first 5,000 fans 12-and-under will receive a Twins City Connect Kids Beanie.
Joe Mauer Statue Dedication (April 13) and Replica Giveaway (August 30): Prior to the April 13 game vs. Detroit, the Twins will dedicate a statue of franchise legend and 2024 National Baseball Hall of Fame inductee Joe Mauer outside Target Field, on Target Plaza near Gate 34. The first 10,000 fans on August 30 will receive a replica of Joe’s statue, courtesy of Delta Air Lines.
Royce and Buck Bobbleheads: The 2025 bobblehead lineup features Royce Lewis’ in the Twins’ City Connect uniform (1st 10,000 fans on May 24, courtesy of Sheboygan Sausage Company) and Byron Buxton with the “Buck Truck” horn sound (1st 10,000 fans on July 12, courtesy of Pentair).
Postgame Concerts Presented by TickPick: The Twins’ Postgame Concert Series presented by TickPick returns with two events in 2025: A hip-hop performance on Friday, July 11 (following Twins vs. Pittsburgh) and a country show on Friday, August 15 (following Twins vs. Detroit).
Bailey Ober City Connect Jersey: The first 10,000 fans through the gates on July 26 can look like a major league pitcher while wearing their Bailey Ober Twins City Connect Replica Jersey, courtesy of Lee County.
Celebrating Native American Heritage: As part of the Twins’ annual Native American Heritage Night on August 9 presented by Treasure Island Resort & Casino and the Prairie Island Indian Community, the first 5,000 fans will receive a special, first-of-its-kind baseball bat celebrating Native American heritage.
Corey Koskie Twins Hall of Fame Induction: Former third baseman and longtime community champion Corey Koskie will become the 41st member of the Twins Hall of Fame during a pregame ceremony on Sunday, August 17. The first 5,000 fans in attendance for the Twins vs. Detroit game will receive a commemorative Twins Hall of Fame pin.
For the Kids: Our youngest fans (1st 5,000 kids, 12-and-under) will receive a Back-to-School Backpack courtesy of Target (July 27 and August 10) and a Twins Baseball “Squishie” Pillow presented by U.S. Bank (August 31).
Fan Appreciation Weekend: The Twins will celebrate Fan Appreciation Weekend on September 19-21 with a division showdown vs. Cleveland; the first 10,000 fans in attendance on Friday and Saturday will receive a Twins Baseball Hat, while the first 5,000 fans 12-and-under for the Sunday game get a Twins Kids Baseball Hat courtesy of Target.
Other Special Events: Join the Twins in honoring the 60th anniversary of the club’s 1965 American League championship club, the first pennant winners in the team’s Minnesota era, during festivities on August 16. The club will also hold its 22nd annual Armed Forces Appreciation Day on September 14.
2025 Theme Nights and Group Event Nights
Purchase of a special Theme Night or Group Event Ticket Package includes a game ticket and a unique, premium giveaway item. Highlights include:
NEW – Minecraft, Peanuts and SpongeBob: Build and explore at Target Field for Minecraft Movie Day (May 25, with a Minecraft/Twins Baseball Hat); join Charlie Brown and the gang for a special Peanuts 75th Anniversary Night (July 25, with a Peanuts/Twins Button-down Shirt); and live in a pineapple under the sea on SpongeBob SquarePants Night presented by Nickelodeon (August 29, with a SpongeBob/Twins Jersey).
Bark at the Park: Target Field is set to welcome our canine Twins fans for Bark at the Park Nights on May 19 and September 2. The dogs’ human companions will receive a Twins-branded Portable Dog Food and Water Bottle.
Other Returning Favorites: The Twins are again hosting Star Wars Night (May 23; Carlos Correa “Jedi” Bobblehead); Country Night (June 6; Twins Denim Shirt); St. Paul Saints Night presented by CHS (July 28; T.C. Bear and Mudonna Bobblehead); the Wine, Women and Baseball series presented by Dark Horse (May 25, July 8 and August 19; Twins Rubber Tote Bag); and the Colleges and Universities series (11 dates; co-branded “Twin Cities” jersey), among others.
Bigger than Baseball: The Twins are proud to host First Responders Night (April 25, including special Twins hats representing EMS, Fire and Police); Nurses Night (May 6, with a Twins water bottle); Cancer Awareness Day (May 11, with a special “Twin Cities” jersey); and Pride Day (June 7, with a Twins Pride Jersey).