Tampa Bay Rays Giveaways & Theme Nights 2026

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Game day at Tropicana Field

Bag policy

Clear bag required: 12" x 12" x 6". Only clear bags are permitted. Fans may bring one (1) single-compartment clear bag (plastic, vinyl, or PVC) no larger than 12" x 12" x 6" and/or one (1) non-clear small fanny pack or clutch no larger than 5" x 7". No outside food or drink.

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Gates

Gates open 90 minutes before first pitch for Monday-Friday Rays home games and two hours before first pitch on Opening Day and Saturday-Sunday Rays home games.

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Transit

The SunRunner bus rapid transit route has a stop on the north side of Tropicana Field, running every 15 minutes from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. and every 30 minutes from 8 p.m. to midnight. The Baseball Looper Trolley Baseball Shuttle operates during the season. Charter buses may drop off passengers on 4th Ave S near Gate 3. Lines: SunRunner (bus rapid transit, PSTA), Baseball Looper Trolley / Baseball Shuttle.

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Rideshare

Two rideshare options for 2026: guests accessing Gate 1 are dropped off at the rideshare location in Lot 8; guests with ADA drop-off and guests entering through Gates 4 & 5 are dropped off on Tropicana Drive on 16th Street.

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Tailgating

Tailgating is allowed once the lots are open for that event. Structures (sunshades, folding chairs, etc.) may not block parking aisles or other spaces. No big tents, no open flames (fire pits), no charcoal grills, and no large commercial grills are allowed. Alcohol is permitted in your tailgating area but may never be carried inside the ballpark.

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible parking is offered in Lots 1 and 7 (majority in Lot 7), all van-accessible; enter Lot 7 from 3rd Ave S or 4th Ave S. An ADA drop-off area is in front of Gate 4, directly across from Lot 1 on 16th St. S. All gates are wheelchair accessible. Rolling Rays wheelchair transport service is available at Gates 1 and 5 on a first-come, first-served basis (gate-to-seat, not outside the gates; no rentals). All levels have accessible restrooms, all-gender restrooms, and changing stations. Guest Services (Gates 1, 3, 4, and MaintenX SkyDeck) offers sensory bags, plus a dedicated Sensory Room and Nursing Room.

Entry

Security screening is conducted before entry using the Evolv Express screening system (walk through at normal pace carrying phones and clear bags). There is a no-reentry policy at all gates. Prohibited items include: non-transparent bags or bags not complying with the clear-bag policy; hard-sided coolers, boxes or cases of any size; alcoholic beverages; outside food or drinks (except one sealed water bottle 20 oz or less per fan); metal/ceramic/glass bottles; weapons of any kind (firearms, knives, chemical sprays over .6 oz); fireworks; projectiles; cameras with lenses longer than 12"; bullhorns/air horns/whistles and loud noisemakers (small cowbells remain allowed); bicycles/skateboards/hoverboards; sticks, poles, selfie sticks; aerosol cans; drones; lasers; audio speakers; bats; brooms over 36"; wrapped packages; footwear with wheels; and pets except service animals. Prohibited items will not be stored.

Parking

Lot 1. Prepaid single-game parking (subject to availability); ADA/wheelchair-accessible parking (van-accessible); EV charging stations; Season Member discounted parking. Located across from the Gate 4 drop-off on 16th St. S.
Lot 2. Prepaid single-game parking; Season Member discounted parking (subject to availability).
Lot 5. Prepaid single-game parking; EV charging stations; Season Member discounted parking (subject to availability).
Lot 6. Prepaid single-game parking; Season Member discounted parking (subject to availability).
Lot 7. Prepaid single-game parking; ADA/wheelchair-accessible parking (majority of accessible, van-accessible spaces here, enter from 3rd Ave S or 4th Ave S); EV charging stations.
Lot 8. Rideshare pick-up/drop-off location for guests accessing Gate 1 (2026 season).

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2026 season

Tampa Bay Rays 2026 Game Schedule

Every game of the 2026 regular season, by month. Open a month to see its games.

March 2026 · 5 games

April 2026 · 25 games

May 2026 · 26 games

June 2026 · 26 games

July 2026 · 27 games

August 2026 · 28 games

September 2026 · 25 games

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2026 SEASON PROMOS

All 85 Tampa Bay Rays promotions on record for the 2026 season are below.

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COMPLETED 2026 PROMOS

85 completed events this season

AUG

SUN

Ticket PackageCompleted1:40 PM

Peanuts Snoopy Bobblehead

Peanuts Snoopy bobblehead. Ticket package required.

vs White Sox

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JUN

SUN

Ticket PackageCompleted1:40 PM

Backyard Baseball Pablo Sanchez Bobblehead

Backyard Baseball Pablo Sanchez bobblehead. Ticket package required.

vs Nationals

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MAY

SAT

GiveawaysCompleted4:10 PM

Junior Caminero City Connect Bobblehead

Junior Caminero City Connect bobblehead.

vs Angels

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SEP

SAT

Theme NightsCompleted4:10 PM

City Connect Saturdays

The Rays will wear their City Connect Grit x Glow uniforms most Saturday home games.

vs Red Sox

SEP

SAT

Ticket PackageCompleted4:10 PM

University of Tampa UTampa Hoodie

University of Tampa hoodie. Ticket package required.

vs Red Sox

SEP

FRI

Ticket PackageCompleted7:10 PM

Italian Heritage Soccer Jersey

Italian Heritage celebration with soccer jersey giveaway. Ticket package required.

vs Red Sox

SEP

FRI

Theme NightsCompleted7:10 PM

Devil Rays Fridays

The Rays will wear throwback Devil Rays uniforms most Friday home games.

vs Red Sox

SEP

WED

Ticket PackageCompleted6:40 PM

Workforce Appreciation Hat

Workforce Appreciation celebration with hat giveaway. Presented by RIPA. Ticket package required.

vs Athletics

SEP

TUE

Ticket PackageCompleted6:40 PM

Puerto Rican Heritage Straw Hat

Puerto Rican Heritage celebration with straw hat giveaway. Presented by Rums of Puerto Rico. Ticket package required.

vs Athletics

SEP

SUN

Ticket PackageCompleted1:40 PM

Dog Day-Themed Item

Dog Day-themed item. Ticket package required.

vs Astros

SEP

SUN

Ticket PackageCompleted1:40 PM

Pokémon GO Jersey

Pokémon GO Jersey. Ticket package required.

vs Astros

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By the numbers

TAMPA BAY RAYS PROMO PATTERNS

The Tampa Bay Rays have 85 promotional events scheduled across 81 MLB home games in 2026, averaging 1.0 promos per home game. Roughly 56% of home dates at Tropicana Field have at least one scheduled promotion.

Giveaways are most concentrated in May and August: 21 of the team's 44 giveaways fall in those two months.

17 of the 44 giveaways require a ticket package.

Saturday home games are the most promo-heavy: 35 scheduled events with 21 giveaways.

What giveaways are the Rays doing in 2026?

The Tampa Bay Rays have 44 giveaway nights in the 2026 season at Tropicana Field.

17 of the 44 giveaways require a ticket package.

Completed in the 2026 season:

September 19 · University of Tampa UTampa Hoodie (vs Red Sox)
September 13 · Pokémon GO Jersey (vs Astros)
September 12 · Rays Hockey Jersey (vs Astros)
September 2 · St. Petersburg College SPC Hoodie (vs Mets)
August 30 · Florida State University FSU Hoodie (vs Padres)
August 29 · Devil Rays Windbreaker (vs Padres)
...and 38 more giveaways

What are the best Rays theme nights in 2026?

The Tampa Bay Rays have 41 theme nights at Tropicana Field in the 2026 season.

Completed in the 2026 season:

September 19 · City Connect Saturdays (vs Red Sox)
September 18 · Devil Rays Fridays (vs Red Sox)
September 18 · Italian Heritage Soccer Jersey (vs Red Sox)
September 16 · Workforce Appreciation Hat (vs Athletics)
September 15 · Puerto Rican Heritage Straw Hat (vs Athletics)
September 13 · Dog Day-Themed Item (vs Astros)
...and 35 more theme nights

How do I find Tampa Bay Rays promotional events?

PromoNight tracks Tampa Bay Rays giveaways, theme nights, food deals and kids events in one place, free on this site. The free PromoNight app carries the same 2026 calendar on iOS and Android and reminds you on the morning of a promotion at Tropicana Field.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many promotional nights do the Rays have in the 2026 season?

The Tampa Bay Rays have 85 promotional events in the 2026 season, including 44 giveaway nights, 41 theme nights. 17 of the 44 giveaways require a ticket package. These events take place at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg.

How can I track Tampa Bay Rays promotional events?

PromoNight tracks giveaways, theme nights, food deals and promotions for the Tampa Bay Rays and 168 other teams across MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, MLS, and WNBA, free on this site. The free PromoNight app carries the same Tampa Bay Rays calendar on iOS and Android and sends a reminder on the morning of each promo day.

How do I get to Tropicana Field?

Tropicana Field is located at 1 Tropicana Dr, St. Petersburg, FL 33705. Parking is available on-site on game days, and many fans reserve guaranteed spots in advance through SpotHero to avoid lot-closure surprises. Check the official Rays site for public transit options. Most major-league venues are served by bus or rail routes on game day.

Where should I stay near Tropicana Field?

Several hotels sit within walking distance of Tropicana Field, and more are a short rideshare away. For a Tampa Bay Rays game weekend, searching Expedia for hotels near Tropicana Field surfaces the best rates for your specific date. Prices jump on marquee dates like giveaway nights and playoff games, so booking early helps.

Can I get notifications for Rays promos?

Yes. The free PromoNight app reminds you on the morning of each Rays promo game, covering bobblehead giveaways, theme nights, food deals, and kids events. You can follow just the Rays or several teams.

Does PromoNight work for away games?

PromoNight tracks home-game promotions for 169 teams across MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, MLS, and WNBA. If you're traveling to see the Rays play on the road, browse the home team's calendar on this site for the promotions we have on record at their venue during your trip.

How often are Rays promo schedules updated?

Rays promo data comes from official team announcements and is reviewed before it appears here. The 2026 schedule on this page holds 85 events, 0 of them still to come. MLB, WNBA, MLS, and NHL schedules are rechecked weekly in season.