Opening Day

This game

Opponent

Cardinals

Previous editions

• Kids Opening Day 2026Saturday, Mar 28, 2026 · vs Red Sox

Fan guide

What to expect at a theme night

Theme nights are games built around a community, a culture, a hobby or a pop-culture property. The baseline experience is the game itself with themed music, video board content and often in-game entertainment. The themed item, when there is one, is almost always tied to a theme ticket package rather than handed out at the gates, so a regular ticket gets you into the game but not the item.

If you want the themed shirt, hat or jersey, buy the theme ticket package from the team. Theme packages are capped and sell out ahead of popular nights. Some theme nights include pregame events on the plaza or postgame activities on the field.

Great American Ball Park, quick facts

Gates

Gates open 60 minutes prior to the start of the game Monday–Thursday and 90 minutes prior Friday–Sunday.

Bag policy

Max bag 16" x 16" x 8".

Parking

Lots: Central Riverfront Garage, East Garage, Broadway Ave Lot, Lot E. Official parking

Transit

The Connector streetcar runs a 3.6-mile loop connecting The Banks, Downtown and Over-the-Rhine; it is free to ride and Station 1 at The Banks is just steps from the ballpark. Lines: The Connector (streetcar), Cincinnati Metro (bus), Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky (TANK).

Outside food

Outside food is allowed.