TinCaps Announce 2022 Promotional Schedule
FORT WAYNE, Ind. — The Fort Wayne TinCaps today announced their loaded 2022 promotional and theme game schedule, highlighted by 26 fireworks nights and some brand new promos. Single-game tickets for 2022 home games go on sale Wednesday, February 16 at 10 a.m. by visiting tincapstickets.com. Fans can also purchase
FORT WAYNE, Ind. — The Fort Wayne TinCaps today announced their loaded 2022 promotional and theme game schedule, highlighted by 26 fireworks nights and some brand new promos. Single-game tickets for 2022 home games go on sale Wednesday, February 16 at 10 a.m. by visiting tincapstickets.com. Fans can also purchase tickets by calling 260-482-6400 and in-person at Parkview Field. Those who buy tickets at the ballpark on Feb. 16 can then save 15% off any additional purchase in The Orchard Team Store that day.
Regardless of the status of MLB’s lockout, the TinCaps’ 66-game home schedule begins with Opening Day at Parkview Field on Tuesday, April 12 (6:35 p.m.) against the South Bend Cubs.
CLICK HERE TO SEE THE 2022 TINCAPS SCHEDULE
That will mark the first of 10 Tuesday Family Feast Nights presented by US Foods, featuring $2 concessions. Similarly, the team is continuing another tradition with 11 Thirsty Thursdaysä presented by Rudy’s Shop with $2 domestic draft beers and other drink specials. Meanwhile, all nine Wednesday night games are Paws & Claws Nights presented by Law's Country Kennel, allowing fans to purchase a “Paw Pass” for their pet, plus discounted White Claw Hard Seltzers.
Beginning May 20, every Friday and Saturday night game will be capped by extraordinary postgame fireworks. Additionally, there will be fireworks after games on Monday, July 4; Tuesday, June 21; and four Thursday games.
TinCaps promotions hit high-speed on Thursday, April 28 with a brand new Tribute to the Indianapolis 500.
On Tuesday, May 17, Parkview Field will be a safe environment for those with severe peanut allergies. The TinCaps will also host a second “Peanut Free Night” on Tuesday, June 21 (Princess Night), and a third on Tuesday, August 16.
Saturday, May 21 will be marked by a Fort Wayne Daisies Throwback, celebrating the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League.
Friday, May 27 is MARVEL Super Hero Night, as well as the first of two Scout Nights. Then on Friday, July 15, the TinCaps also will host MARVEL Defenders of the Diamond Night (UPDATE: postponed by rain until Friday, Sept. 2), while the team’s second Scout Night is set for Friday, June 10, which doubles as Wands & Wizards Night.
The following night, Saturday, May 28, will another of multiple games dedicated to special causes—on this date, Mental Health Awareness. This is also the first of five games with national entertainers visiting. Tyler’s Amazing Balancing Act will wow for this game and again on Saturday, July 16.
Turning the calendar to later in June, on the 25th, for the first time, the team will welcome Dueling Pianos to the ballpark.
On Sunday, June 26, the TinCaps will hold their annual Military Appreciation Day presented by OmniSource, Steel Dyamnics, and the San Diego Padres.
With actor Leslie David Baker (Stanley from The Office) scheduled to be in attendance, the TinCaps will have fun with TV Sitcoms Night on Thursday, July 7.
The world-famous ZOOperstars! will have fans laughing on Saturday, July 9, while their friend BirdZerk! will be in town the final weekend of the season on Saturday, September 3.
The weekend of August 5-7 features the highly anticipated debut of the TinCaps playing as a new alternate identity, “Manzanas Luchadoras,” or the “Fighting Apples,” as part of Minor League Baseball’s series to embrace the culture and values of the local Hispanic/Latino community.
Finally, to the delight of many fans, the team’s annual Star Wars Night will be Friday, August 19.
Dedicated to affordable family fun, TinCaps tickets start at just $7.
Season ticket plans are available for purchase now and provide priority access to the most in-demand games and the best available seats at Parkview Field.
Group tickets and single game suite rental opportunities are already available for purchase. Group outings provide unique experiences for hosting family, friends, and clients.
For more information on season tickets and group outings, click here or call 260-482-6400.
For a complete look at the 2022 promotional and events calendar (subject to change), see below or visit tincaps.com.
2022 Day of the Week Promotions
- Tuesday: Family Feast Nights presented by US Foods
- Wednesday: Paws & Claws presented by Law's Country Kennel (July afternoon games not included)
- Thursday: Thirsty Thursdays presented by Rudy’s Shop
- Fridays and Saturdays: Postgame Fireworks (beginning May 20)
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2022 National Entertainment Acts
- Tyler’s Amazing Balancing Act: May 28 and July 16
- Dueling Pianos: June 25
- ZOOperstars!: July 9
- BirdZerk!: September 3
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2022 Special Cause Games
- Peanut Free for Peanut Allergy Awareness: May 17, June 21, and August 16
- Mental Health Awareness: May 28
- Military Appreciation: June 26 (COMPLIMENTARY TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR MILITARY FAMILIES (VETERAN AND ACTIVE DUTY)
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2022 Scout Nights
- May 27 and June 10 (SIGN UP HERE)
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2022 Promotions
- Tribute to the Indianapolis 500: April 28
- Fort Wayne Daisies Throwback: May 21
- MARVEL Super Hero Night: May 27
- Wands & Wizards Night: June 10 (SPECIAL OFFER: THEMED SCARF WITH TICKET)
- Princess Night: June 21
- TV Sitcom Night featuring an appearance by actor Leslie David Baker: July 7 (SPECIAL OFFER: VIP MEET AND GREET + BOBBLEHEAD)
- Star Wars Night: August 19
- MARVEL Defenders of the Diamond: Sept. 2 (UPDATED due to previous postponement by rain)
We have TWO promotional ticket packages!🎟️
— Fort Wayne TinCaps (@TinCaps) February 16, 2022
We have a limited VIP Meet & Greet with Leslie David Baker & a TinCaps Wands & Wizards scarf! Purchase today before they're gone!
TV Sitcom: https://t.co/lurnfjktz5
Wands & Wizards: https://t.co/HARJ4wLFhZ pic.twitter.com/LgDsAegWpj
2022 Manzanas Luchadoras (Días de la Familia)
- August 5-7
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2022 Fireworks Nights
- Friday, May 20
- Saturday, May 21
- Friday, May 27
- Saturday, May 28
- Thursday, June 9
- Friday, June 10
- Saturday, June 11
- Tuesday, June 21
- Thursday, June 23
- Friday, June 24
- Saturday, June 25
- Monday, July 4 (City of Fort Wayne)
- Friday, July 8
- Saturday, July 9
- Thursday, July 14
- Friday, July 15
- Saturday, July 16 (Three Rivers Festival)
- Tuesday, August 2
- Thursday, August 4
- Friday, August 5
- Saturday, August 6
- Friday, August 19
- Saturday, August 20
- Friday, September 2
- Saturday, September 3
- Sunday, September 4 (Home Finale)
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