Homestand Preview: Altoona Hosts Richmond for a Six-Game Series

The Altoona Curve return to Peoples Natural Gas Field next week to host the Richmond Flying Squirrels, Double-A affiliate of the San Francisco Giants, from Tuesday, April 28 through Sunday, May 3.

Fans can purchase tickets online here, by phone at 877-99-CURVE or in person at the Altoona Curve ticket office.

The full promotional schedule for the series is listed below:

Tuesday, April 28 vs. Richmond Flying Squirrels: Winter Sports Night

First Pitch 6:00 p.m. | Gates 5:00 p.m. | Tickets

The series opener kicks off the six-game series with Winter Sports Night!

• Cold weather sports meet hot bats! Break out your favorite winter gear, bring your frosty fandom, and enjoy a game that proves baseball never goes on ice! Hockey, skiing, and snow-day spirit take a spring night at the ballpark!
• Great things come in pairs on Tuesdays! Enjoy buy 1, get 1 FREE deals on tickets, hot dogs and small popcorn at every Tuesday home game. Please note, tickets must be purchased in an even quantity. | Presented By Breezeline

Wednesday, April 29 vs. Richmond Flying Squirrels: High Fashion Night

First Pitch 6:00 p.m. | Gates 5:00 p.m. | Tickets

Come out to the ballpark in style as we look at fashion through the ages!

• We're celebrating the most outrageous "fashionable" trends ever stitched together! Fans are encouraged to dress in their most gloriously awful fits, because this night is full of big swings, bigger statements, and absolutely zero fashion sense!
• There will be a Hersheypark Ticket Giveaway to the first 1,500 Kids 12 & under! Presented by Hersheypark.
• There are promotions galore on Why Not Wednesdays, including $2 off a select wine draft and free play in the WIC Kids' Zone. Plus, you can pick up free Grandstand ticket vouchers at Five Star Mitsubishi in Altoona (limit 4). | Presented By Five Star Mitsubishi, Home Nursing Agency WIC Program, Altoona Mirror

Thursday, April 30 vs. Richmond Flying Squirrels: Education Day Game

First Pitch 11:00 a.m. | Gates 10:00 a.m. | Tickets

Come enjoy baseball in the sunlight with our first Education Day of the season!

• Class is in session and baseball is the lesson plan! This day game is packed with learning, laughter, and line drives! School groups fill the stands for a fun, high-energy field trip! | Presented By ARC Federal Credit Union | More Info
• There will be a Kids’ Giveaway to the first 500 Kids, presented by Home Nursing Agency WIC Program!
• Thursdays are Thirstdays in Curve, PA! Enjoy $2 off a 24-oz Miller Lite draft beer | Presented By Q94

Friday, May 1 vs. Richmond Flying Squirrels: Hillbilly Night & T-Shirt Giveaway

First Pitch 6:00 p.m. | Gates 5:00 p.m. | Tickets

This night celebrates all things backwoods with our first T-Shirt Giveaway of the season!

• We're going full back-porch mode for a night full of down-home fun! Dust off the flannel, practice your best holler, and come enjoy some country charm! It's gonna be a hoot!
• The first 1,000 fans will take home a Hillbilly T-Shirt, featuring LOCO and Al Tuna! Presented By Unkel Joe’s Woodshed
• Fans can head to the Michelob Ultra Party Deck to enjoy live pregame music from Lauren and Joe as part of our Curve Concert Series! | Presented By Unlimited Cycle Center
• Take advantage of $1 off any of our specialty French Fries all game long at every Friday home game, including Trax Fries, Al Tuna Fries and Rail King Fries | Presented By PA Lottery

Saturday, May 2 vs. Richmond Flying Squirrels: Soccer-Style Jersey & Teacher of the Year

First Pitch 4:00 p.m. | Gates 3:00 p.m. | Tickets

Come celebrate your favorite teacher and catch the Curve in special Soccer Kits!

• Gooooal...and a grand slam? We bring the pitch energy to the diamond and celebrate the world's game with a night of crossover fun, crowd chants, and fast-paced action!
• Catch the Curve in Soccer-style kits for one night only! Fans can bid on game-worn jerseys at MiLBAuctions.com. | Presented By Altoona Railroaders Museum | More Info
• Join us as we recognize all nominees for our Teachers of the Year program as well as reveal our three winners with a special pregame ceremony! We'll celebrate the dedication and passion of our standout teachers, who make a lasting impact on students' lives both in and out of the classroom! | Presented By 1st Summit Bank | More Info
• Children ages 12 & under are invited to run the bases after the game! Adults are not permitted, unless accompanying a child age six or under. The Curve reserves the right to cancel Kids Run the Bases in the event of inclement weather or for other reasons.

Sunday, May 3 vs. Richmond Flying Squirrels: Sesame Street Day

First Pitch 1:00 p.m. | Gates 12:00 p.m. | Tickets

Come enjoy our series finale and meet with Costume Character Elmo!

• Sunny days are headed to the ballpark! Join us for a family-friendly day filled with smiles, sing-alongs, and big league fun for all ages, brought to you by the letters B-A-S-E-B-A-L-L!
• Join us for an appearance from Costume Character Elmo from Sesame Street! | Presented By Peoples
• Sundays are for the Kids! Curve fans ages 3-12 can sign up for the FREE Richey's Dairy Curve Kid's Club and receive one free ticket to every Sunday home game. Kids can also sign up for an additional Little LOCO's package. | Presented By Richey's Dairy
• Children ages 12 & under are invited to run the bases after the game! Adults are not permitted, unless accompanying a child age six or under. The Curve reserves the right to cancel Kids Run the Bases in the event of inclement weather or for other reasons.