Superheroes and Comic-Con Invade Ballpark, July 1

GENEVA, Ill. - No villain will dare to trespass on the premises of Fifth Third Bank Ballpark as the Cougars celebrate Superhero and Comic-Con Night, presented by All Dressed Up, on Friday, July 1 when they take on the Quad Cities River Bandits in a 6:30 p.m. game. To purchase tickets for this action packed theme night, call 630-232-8811 or visit kccougars.com.

Coolpix Mobile Studio will be set up on the main concourse for fans to get their picture taken against a Superhero and Comic-Con themed backdrop. The photos will then be available to print, email or share on social media free of charge.

The night will feature an exclusive Superhero and Comic-Con themed deck and costume party held on the Right Field Patio Deck. Fans will be treated to a special food and beverage package including hot dogs, burgers, "SUPER" pretzels, Superhero-colored Sprite and popcorn bags plus a private meet and greet with Batman and Superman. In addition, deck party attendees will be given special access onto the field to enjoy a spectacular view of the post-game fireworks show. Tickets for the Superhero and Comic-Con Deck Party can be purchased for $29 per person. Space is limited and reservations can be made by calling the Cougars box office at 630-232-8811 or by visiting kccougars.com.

All fans in attendance are highly encouraged to dress in costume as their favorite Superhero or Comic-Con character to participate in events throughout the night including a pre-game costume parade which will be led by Batman and Superman. 

In-game entertainment will also be provided by "America's Ballpark Prankster", BirdZerk! The entertaining whirlybird will provide a spontaneous, outrageous and unpredictable comedic routine in between innings. A Superhero and Comic-Con themed fireworks show will light up the sky after the game and fans of all ages will be given the opportunity to run the bases.

For updates throughout the season on tickets and promotions, follow the Cougars on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

About the Kane County Cougars

The Cougars, Class-A Minor League affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks, have been at the forefront of family-friendly entertainment since 1991. In 2015, the franchise became the first Class-A team in Minor League Baseball history to welcome 11 million fans through the gates. More than 130 former Cougars have reached the Major Leagues including Miguel Cabrera, Adrian Gonzalez and Kyle Schwarber.

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