First Place FUNN: Flying Squirrels Return to CarMax Park May 5-10!
The Richmond Flying Squirrels are soaring in the Eastern League! After a scorching 17 wins over the first 20 games, your first-place Flying Squirrels return to the River City for a six-game showdown against the Akron RubberDucks.
The Richmond Flying Squirrels are soaring in the Eastern League! After a scorching 17 wins over the first 20 games, your first-place Flying Squirrels return to the River City for a six-game showdown against the Akron RubberDucks.
With the team firing on all cylinders and the energy at CarMax Park reaching new heights, this homestand is packed with must-have giveaways, galactic celebrations and a special salute to Mom.
The full promotional schedule for the series can be found below:
Tuesday, May 5 vs. Akron RubberDucks, presented by CarMax: CarMax Park Cap Giveaway & Silver Squirrels
7:05 p.m. | Gates 5:30 p.m.
- The first 2,500 fans of all ages will snag a CarMax Park Baseball Cap, the perfect way to show off your new home park pride! Presented by CarMax.
- It’s Silver Squirrels Tuesday, presented by CareScout! Fans 55 and up are invited to join the club, mingle, and enjoy exclusive perks.
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Wednesday, May 6 vs. Akron RubberDucks: Bark in the Park & Happy Hour
7:05 p.m. | Gates 5:30 p.m.
- Bring your furry friends to Bark in The Park, presented by Tito’s Handmade Vodka. Our special in-game Best in Show spotlight for May 6 will be Terriers.
- Get the night started with drink specials on beer and non-alcoholic beverages from 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
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Thursday, May 7 vs. Akron RubberDucks: Star Wars Night
7:05 p.m. | Gates 5:30 p.m.
- The Force is Strong! It’s Star Wars Night
- The Squirrels will wear custom Star Wars jerseys on-field, which will be auctioned off to benefit the Mary & Frances Youth Center at VCU STEM Camps.
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Friday, May 8 vs. Akron RubberDucks: Fauxback Friday, presented by New Kent Winery
7:05 p.m. | Gates 5:30 p.m.
- The Flying Squirrels will throw it back in their 1970s-style Fauxback uniforms.
- Stop by the Squirrels Nest Team Store to grab the latest refreshed branding and Fauxback merch.
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Saturday, May 9 vs. Akron RubberDucks, presented by Atlantic Union Bank: Nutasha Night & In-Your-Face Fireworks presented by Chick-fil-A
7:05 p.m. | Gates 5:30 p.m.
- Nutasha Rally Towels will be given to the first 2,500 fans of all-ages.
- We are celebrating our favorite girl squirrel, Nutasha! The team will be decked out in head-to-toe Nutasha gear, the first worn by a Minor League Baseball team portraying a female mascot character.
- Stay in your seats for In-Your-Face Fireworks inside the fences, presented by Chick-fil-A!
- This will be a peanut free game.
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Sunday, May 10 – Mother’s Day & Disability Inclusion Day
2:05 p.m. | Gates at 12:30 p.m.
Nutasha Rally Towels will be given to the first 2,500 fans of all-ages.
Treat Mom to a day at the park! The team continues the celebration by wearing brand-new Nutasha uniforms.
Join us and the Friendship Circle of VA for Disability Inclusion Day, welcoming fans of all abilities to the yard.
Following the game, all kids 14 and under can take a victory lap on the field!
This will be a peanut free game.
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Ticket & Gameday Info
- Price: Individual tickets for the 2026 season start at just $10.
- Parking: Parking is available in the Red, Green and Yellow lots.
- Get Yours: Tickets are available at SquirrelsBaseball.com, by phone at 804-359-FUNN, or at the CarMax Park ticket office.
Have FUNN, Go Nuts!