Series Preview: The Red Sox Are Coming… Kinda: Sea Dogs vs. Squirrels at The Diamond
Get ready, Richmond — the Red Sox are sending their future stars to town for one unforgettable week at The Diamond! From wild theme nights to can't-miss giveaways, the Flying Squirrels’ showdown with the Portland Sea Dogs is bringing the heat July 22–27.
Get ready, Richmond — the Red Sox are sending their future stars to town for one unforgettable week at The Diamond! From wild theme nights to can't-miss giveaways, the Flying Squirrels’ showdown with the Portland Sea Dogs is bringing the heat July 22–27.
The Flying Squirrels are facing off against the Portland Sea Dogs for the first and only time this season. The Double-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, the Sea Dogs will be in town from Tuesday, July 22 through Sunday, July 27. The current Sea Dogs roster boasts 10 of MLB Pipeline’s Top 30 prospects for the Red Sox organization.
Fans can purchase tickets online here, by phone at 804-359-3866 or in person at the Flying Squirrels ticket office.
The full promotional schedule for the series is listed below:
Tuesday, July 22 vs. Portland Sea Dogs: Walk in the Park Night
6:35 p.m. | Gates 5:30 p.m. | Tickets
Lace up those walking shoes and hit the sidewalk to the ballpark! There’s free parking if you walk.
Fans can come early and enjoy a warning track stroll from 5:45 p.m. to 6:05 p.m.
Listen to the Flying Squirrels’ own Batter Up Brass Band before the game on the main stage.
It’s also the next Silver Squirrels game. Fans ages 55 and older are eligible to join the Silver Squirrels club presented by OrthoVirginia and receive member benefits, including tickets to every Tuesday home game, an exclusive T-shirt and a concession voucher. Learn more about the Silver Squirrels here.
Walk in the Park Night is presented by King’s Dominion.
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Wednesday, July 23 vs. Portland Sea Dogs: Dress Like Your Dog Night
6:35 p.m. | Gates 5:30 p.m. | Tickets
Dress like your furry friend for the chance to win a FUNN prize!
Fans who dress like their dog can enter for the chance to win a Flying Squirrels prize pack. Head to Gilbane Fan Services when you arrive to learn more.
Rock out with the Flying Squirrels’ own Batter Up Brass Band before the game on the stage!
Dogs are admitted FREE in sections 101-103, 201-203 and first base General Admission. Please request a dog-friendly section if accompanied by a pet.
Enjoy $7 glasses of wine and wine slushies from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Wine Cart located on the main concourse across from Gilbane Fan Services.
Dress Like Your Dog Night is presented by the Department of Motor Vehicles.
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Thursday, July 24 vs. Portland Sea Dogs: Diamond Through the Decades 1990s Night with Chipper Jones Bobblehead Giveaway
6:35 p.m. | Gates 5:30 p.m. | Tickets
It’s the 1990s and Retro Richmond Baseball is back at The Diamond! The Flying Squirrels pay homage to the Richmond Braves on this night.
The first 2,000 fans of all ages will go home with a Chipper Jones bobblehead, courtesy of Dominion Energy
The Flying Squirrels will wear on-field specialty Retro Richmond Baseball jerseys, which will be auctioned off to benefit Flying Squirrels Charities. Fans can bid on jerseys here through the final Diamond Through the Decades Night on August 28.
The Flying Squirrels will present the 2025 Paul Keyes RBI Award to former Richmond Braves Manager Grady Little before the game. Learn more here.
Listen to DJ Ron spin throwback ‘90s jams before the game.
The Diamond Through the Decades series is presented by Dominion Energy.
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Friday, July 25 vs. Portland Sea Dogs: Ardillas Voladoras Night with Wrestling Cape Giveaway
6:35 p.m. | Gates 5:30 p.m. | Tickets
Las Ardillas Voladoras are back for more Friday FUNN!
The first 2,000 fans of all ages will go home with an Ardillas Voladoras wrestling cape, courtesy of Comcast Xfinity.
Enjoy the best Happy Hour in RVA! Sip on $3 domestic drafts from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at all lower concession stands, upper concourse beer carts and the Budweiser Thirsty Acorn. $3 Pepsi fountain sodas are also available at the Papa Johns stand on the main concourse.
Ardillas Voladoras Night with Wrestling Cape Giveaway are presented by Comcast Xfinity.
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Saturday, July 26 vs. Portland Sea Dogs: Military Appreciation Night
6:05 p.m. | Gates 5:00 p.m. | Tickets
Join the Flying Squirrels in thanking and celebrating our military heroes.
Active-duty military members and veterans can present their ID for a FREE General Admission ticket to the game.
The Flying Squirrels will wear specialy on-field jerseys sporting the names of a veteran or active-duty military member. Fans can bid on these jerseys ahead of the game to honor loved one. The jersey auction is open until Friday, July 18 at 5:00 p.m and fans can bid here.
Military Appreciation Night is presented by the Good Feet Store.
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Sunday, July 27 vs. Portland Sea Dogs: Summer Music Series – Boots, Beer and Baseball Country Night
5:05 p.m. | Gates 4:00 p.m. | Tickets
Grab your cowboy boots and come on down to The Diamond for a Sunday evening of boots, beer and baseball.
Enjoy a pregame concert from the Gone Country Band on the stage before the game.
Fight the Sunday Scaries with Sunday Summer Sipper Deals with discounts on Surfside, Stella Artois, Shock Top and Stone IPA.
FOX Richmond and the Flying Squirrels will be joining hands for a school supply drive on Sunday, June 27. Fans who bring donations of classroom supplies will receive a FREE General Admission ticket to the game. Learn more about the program and needed supplies here.
Boots, Beer and Baseball Country Night is presented by River City Roll.