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Cedar Rapids Kernels Release 2025 Promotions! Tickets on Sale Now!

Record Number of Theme Nights, Giveaways and Fireworks Shows Highlight the Upcoming Season
March 26, 2025

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA — The Cedar Rapids Kernels are rolling out their boldest promotional lineup ever for the 2025 season, featuring 8 premium giveaways, 17 theme games with specialty jerseys, 11 fireworks shows, and exciting daily promotions. Fans can look forward to new attractions like Bluey Day and returning favorites

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA — The Cedar Rapids Kernels are rolling out their boldest promotional lineup ever for the 2025 season, featuring 8 premium giveaways, 17 theme games with specialty jerseys, 11 fireworks shows, and exciting daily promotions.

Fans can look forward to new attractions like Bluey Day and returning favorites like Star Wars, Harry Potter, and Busch Light nights. The packed calendar ensures something for everyone at Veterans Memorial Stadium throughout the season.

"We're incredibly excited to share the biggest promotional schedule in Kernels history with our awesome fans," said Cedar Rapids General Manager Scott Wilson. "Our team has worked hard to create an amazing schedule that gives fans the chance to celebrate everything from their favorite movies and TV shows to the causes that matter to our community—all while having a great time at the ballpark.

Fans can grab their single-game tickets now—Opening Night kicks off Tuesday, April 8th when the Kernels square off against the Beloit Sky Carp at 6:35 PM.

For a full list of promotional games fans can visit Kernels.com/promotions or download the 2025 calendar as a PDF here.

Theme Nights and Jersey Auctions

May 3 | Twins Night

May 16 | Friends Night

May 17 | Star Wars Night

May 18 | Bluey Day with pre-game meet & greet

May 27 | Scooby-Doo Night

May 30 | Busch Light Night

June 1 Princess Day presented by Slime Kitchen

June 13 | Harry Potter Night

June 15 | PBS Day with special guest Daniel Tiger

June 27 | Batman Night

July 4 | Independence Day

July 6 | Kickoff to Shark Week

July 20 | Peanuts 75th Anniversary Day

July 25 | It's Christmas in July on Elf Night

August 12 | CR Bunnies Night

August 16 | SpongeBob Night

August 27 | Margaritaville Night

Giveaways

May 4 | Team Photo #1

May 30 | Busch Light Mug

June 1 | Team Baseball Card Set

June 25 | UFG Youth Baseball

July 6 | Foam Shark Dart

August 17 | Jon Jon Figurine presented by Scheels

August 27 | Margaritaville inspired Leis and Glasses

August 30 | Team Photo #2

August 29 | Beat Cancer Night

Post-game Fireworks

May 3

May 17

May 31 presented by Dupaco Community Credit Union

June 14 presented by Especially for you Race Against Breast Cancer

June 28 presented by First Interstate Bank

July 4 Holiday fireworks spectacular

July 5 Holiday Fireworks spectacular

July 19 presented by CKF

July 26 presented by Special Olympics Iowa

August 16

August 30

Copa de la Diversión

May 14

June 11

July 27

Bark in the Park presented by Lou & Ainsley of Urban Acres

May 27

August 12

Daily Promotions

3-1-9 TUESDAY
As a tribute to the best area code, every Tuesday, enjoy $3 dogs or burgers, $1 popcorn, and $9 club tickets.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUITESTAKES
On Wednesday night games, you can enter to win a free suite rental for a future Kernels game. Must be in attendance to place an entry.

WEDNESDAY NOON GAMES
Enjoy our noon game lunch combo of a regular sandwich, chips or popcorn, and 16 oz. draft beer or 20 oz. bottle of soda or water for $14.00 per person.

MONEY MACHINE MADNESS presented by First Federal Credit Union
Starting in May, three contestants will enter the First Federal Credit Union Money Machine on Thursdays to grab cash in 30 seconds.

2 FOR 1 FRIDAYS
All 16-oz. draft and canned beer and 20-oz. soda or bottled water are buy one, get one FREE!

FIREWORKS SATURDAY
Every Saturday game starting May 3rd, enjoy our spectacular post-game fireworks!

KIDS EAT FREE SUNDAY presented by Great Clips
Kids 12 and under will receive a voucher for a free hot dog, popcorn, and drink for attending the game.

PLAYER AUTOGRAPH SUNDAY
Following each Sunday home game, fans can play catch in the outfield and gather player autographs.

BASEBALL BINGO SUNDAY presented by Ox Yoke Inn
Play baseball bingo every Sunday through August 17th, sponsored by Ox Yoke Inn, for a chance to win a grand prize Amana weekend getaway package, which will be awarded to the final winner at the end of the season.


About the Cedar Rapids Kernels

One of the oldest Baseball cities in America, baseball in Cedar Rapids dates back to 1890 when the team first played as the Canaries. Today, the Kernels are an affiliate of the Minnesota Twins, compete in the Midwest League (High-A), and play their home games at Veterans Memorial Stadium near downtown Cedar Rapids. For additional information, visit Kernels.com or call (319) 363-3887.