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First Place FUNN: Flying Squirrels Return to CarMax Park May 5-10!

Great giveaways, galactic salutes and Mother's Day celebrations highlight thrilling week
April 30, 2026

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!