Mark Your Calendars: Fightins Launch 2019 Promotions

The Reading Fightin Phils on Friday announced their primary slate of promotions for the 2019 season.

Save the dates, and check out our updated promotional schedule including all ROG Orthodontics Kids Club events, beer festivals,  autograph sessions, & more:   FULL PROMOTIONAL SCHEDULE HERE
Opening Night:
Come welcome in the 2019 Reading Fightin Phils as the team kicks off its home schedule at FirstEnergy Stadium on Friday, April 12 at 7:10 p.m. The first 3,500 adults in attendance will receive an Aaron Nola R-Phils fleece blanket, perfect for those chilly early-season nights.
Fan Favorites:
Bobbleheads: This season the Fightins will feature a series of unique, collectible bobbleheads including -

•  Sunday, April 28^th - Rhys Hoskins Home Run Tracker Bobblehead (2,000 kids)
• Sunday, June 9^th- "Master Nola" Strike Out Tracker Bobblehead (2,000 kids)
• Tuesday, June 18^th - Chad Henne Bobblehead (1,500 adults)
• Thursday, July 11^th - John Kruk Fightin Cancer Bobblehead, in support of the Darren Daulton Foundation (2,000 adults)
• Monday, July 22^nd - Ryan Howard IS The Pagoda Bobblehead. It's Ryan Howard. It's the Pagoda. And it's awesome. (2,000 adults)
• Thursday, August 6^th - Jimmy Rollins Sliding Bobblehead & Hall of Fame Induction ( 3,500 adults)
• Wednesday, August 7^th - "Your Face Here" Bobblehead. A custom bobblehead of you! (1,500 adults)
• Sunday, August 18^th - Charlie Manuel World Series Trophy Bobblehead (2,000 adults)

Carpenter MEGA BLAST Fireworks: The largest fireworks shows in the history of FirstEnergy Stadium!

• Saturday, June 8^th
• Saturday, June 29^th
• Tuesday, July 2^nd
• Saturday, July 20^th
• Saturday, August 3^rd
• Thursday, August 29^th

Plus Independence Day holiday fireworks on July 3^rd, and regular fireworks nights scheduled for April 27^th, May 10^th, May 11^th, May 17^th, May 18^th, May 30^th, May 31^st, June 1^st, June 7^th, June 13^th, June 20^th, June 27^th, June 28^th, July 12^th, July 13^th, July 18^th, July 19^th, August 8^th, August 16^th, and August 17^th
Special Events:
Baseballtown Hall of Fame Induction: On Tuesday, August 6^th the Fightins will honor former R-Phils shortstop Jimmy Rollins with an induction into the Penn State Children's Hospital Baseballtown Hall of Fame. The 17-year Major League veteran and former MVP played for the Fightins in 1999. The first 3,500 adults take home a Jimmy Rollins sliding bobblehead.
Mother's Day/Breast Cancer PINK OUT: On Sunday, May 12^th Fightins players will be wearing special custom jerseys, with each featuring the name of someone who has battled breast cancer. With a group purchase of 20 or more, fans can have their loved one's name displayed on the back of an in-game Fightins jersey by signing up at https://www.milb.com/reading/forms/pinkout. The first 1,500 women in attendance will also receive a PINK OUT for breast cancer carry bag. All fans are encouraged to wear pink in support.
Veterans and Active Military Tribute: Tuesday, July 2^nd will serve to salute veterans and active duty military. All veterans and active military get in free, and fans have the chance to honor their favorite military member by having their name featured on the back of a Fightin Phils jersey. Each Fightins player will be wearing one of these custom jerseys in-game. Groups of 20 or more have the opportunity to sign up at https://www.milb.com/reading/forms/military2019.
Giveaways:
Cup Giveaway Series: Fans can take home all eight of our 32 oz. collectible cups, including:

• Thursday, April 25^th - Carlos Ruiz
• Monday, April 29^th - Ryan Howard
• Tuesday, April 30^th - Cole Hamels
• Tuesday, May 7^th - Jimmy Rollins
• Thursday, May 16^th - Rhys Hoskins
• Sunday, May 19^th - R-Phils Team Photo Cup
• Tuesday, May 28^th - Aaron Nola
• Wednesday, April 20^th - Mike Schmidt

T-Shirt Giveaways:

• Wednesday, June 12^th - Rhys Hoskins R-Phils Jersey T-Shirt
• Sunday, July 14^th - Crazy Hotdog Vendor T-Shirt
• Tuesday, July 23^rd - America's Classic Ballpark "Fightin the Spotted Laternfly" T-Shirt

Theme Nights:
Gluttony Night: Bring your appetite on Tuesday, June 11^th - It's All-You-Can-Eat at the concession stands from 5-9 p.m. for only $9 when purchased in advance.
Harley Night: Saturday, August 17^th is the 22^nd annual Harley Night. The first 2,500 who are at least 18 years of age receive a Fightins Harley Game Cap. Plus, enjoy post-game fireworks.
Harry Potter Tribute: Saturday, August 3^rd and Sunday, August 4^th it's Harry Potter weekend, with Hogwarts jerseys and hats, a game-worn jersey auction, quidditch clinic, and a Harry Potter tribute scarf giveaway on August 4^th.
Pride Night: On Wednesday, August 28^th, the first 1,000 fans receive an R-Phils rainbow bracelet.
Sandlot Movie Tribute: On Saturday, April 13^th, the first 750 kids receive a Sandlot-style extended-bill hat.
Star Wars Tribute: Star Wars Weekend takes place June 8-9^th. A Star Wars-themed Carpenter MEGA BLAST Fireworks show follows the game on June 8^th, and the next day kids will receive an Aaron Nola "Master Nola" Strike Out Tracker Bobblehead. Join Star Wars characters for a photo session beginning at 3:30 p.m., and stay after the game for a viewing of "The Last Jedi" on the field.
The Office Night:  Sunday, June 30^th is The Office Night with a special appearance by Brian Baumgartner, aka "Kevin Malone." Autograph and photo sessions will be available, as well as "Kevin Malone" VIP Meet & Greet tickets for $75, including a limited edition "Kevin with his famous chili" bobblehead.
Also…

• Everyone's favorite mascot, the Phillie Phanatic, visits Baseballtown on Sunday, June 2^nd and again on Sunday, July 21^st
• Join us for a 9:45 a.m. first pitch on Monday, June 3^rd! It's our 18^th Annual Morning Game, where the Fightins will be wearing R-Phils 90's-inspired uniforms, and the first 2,000 fans receive an R-Phils "R-train" hat

Group and season tickets are available now at https://www.milb.com/reading/tickets/. Individual game tickets will go on sale at 9 a.m. on Saturday, February 23rd at the Weidenhammer Ticket Office at FirstEnergy Stadium, online at fightins.com, or over the phone by calling or texting 610-370-BALL.