Gwinnett Braves Homestand Highlights: April 27 - May 3

Star Wars Night, Bark In The Park, Fireworks headline 7-game homestand

April 24, 2015

LAWRENCEVILLE, GA - The Gwinnett Braves return to Coolray Field on Monday, April 27 for their second homestand of the season against opponents from the International League North and West divisions. The G-Braves will host the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders for three games and play a four-game set against the Toledo Mud Hens.

The homestand opens at 6:35 p.m. Monday with "Meal Deal Monday" against Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, the Triple-A affiliate of the New York Yankees. Fans can follow the G-Braves on social media to learn about weekly Meal Deals. The final two games of the series vs. the RailRiders also begin at 6:35 p.m. All Infield Box and Field Box seats are two for the price of one on April 28 for a "Two-For-Tuesday" game.

The series finale is a "Winning Wednesday" night when fans can follow the on-field action with Baseball Bingo for the chance to win great prizes. It's also "Kids Eat Free" night, when all kids ages 12 and under receive a voucher for a free hot dog, chips and soft drink. In addition, fans who participate in "Wear Jeans Day" by wearing jeans Wednesday, April 29 when they purchase a ticket for that evening's game will receive $1 off their ticket price in support of Sexual Assault Awareness Month (valid only at the Coolray Field Ticket Office).

A "Triple Play Thursday" kicks off the four-game series with a 6:35 p.m. game April 30 against Toledo, the Triple-A affiliate of the Detroit Tigers. At the Coolray Field Ticket Office, fans can purchase a package that includes four tickets, four hot dogs and four soft drinks, all for just $40! The G-Braves begin a new month the following night with a 7:05 p.m. game vs. Toledo on May 1 presented by 12Stone Church. The night will also feature a spectacular, post-game "Fireworks Friday" display.

The first theme night of the season will take place during the 7:05 p.m. game Saturday, May 2 vs. the Mud Hens. It's "Star Wars Night" benefitting the Make-A-Wish Foundation, as more than 30 Star Wars characters will roam Coolray Field to take pictures with fans, perform light saber battles and more! Ten percent of the proceeds from each ticket sold for "Star Wars Night" will go directly to the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

The final day of the homestand is loaded with "Sunday Funday" activities around the 2:05 p.m. game May 3 against Toledo. Bring the family out early for a Pre-Game Catch on the Field. Catch will begin when gates open at 1 p.m. and last for 20 minutes. Fans will also be able to watch the game with their furry friends in the Lawn Seating beyond the outfield wall for "Bark In The Park" day. After the game, all kids 12 and under will get to run the bases.

Here's a look at the homestand:

Monday, April 27

Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (New York Yankees) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 6:35 PM

National Anthem performed by: JJ Lucas

Features:

Meal Deal Monday - Follow the Gwinnett Braves on social media and be the first to know about weekly Meal Deals.

Tuesday, April 28

Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (New York Yankees) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 6:35 PM

National Anthem performed by: Tiffany Pence

Features:

Two-For-Tuesday - All Infield Box and Field Box seats are two for the price of one.

Wednesday, April 29

Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (New York Yankees) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 6:35 PM

National Anthem performed by: Hannah Metcalf

Features:

Winning Wednesday - Follow the on-field action with Baseball Bingo for a chance to win great prizes!
Kids Eat Free - All kids 12 and under will receive a voucher for a free hot dog, chips and soft drink!
Wear Jeans Day - Fans who wear jeans when they purchase a ticket for that evening's game will receive $1 off their ticket price in support of Sexual Assault Awareness Month (valid only at the Coolray Field Ticket Office).

Thursday, April 30

Toledo Mud Hens (Detroit Tigers) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 6:35 PM

National Anthem performed by: Osborne Middle School

Features:

Triple Play Thursday - Fans can purchase a four-pack of tickets with four hot dogs and four soft drinks, all for just $40! Available ONLY at the Coolray Field Ticket Office!

Friday, May 1

Toledo Mud Hens (Detroit Tigers) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 7:05 PM

Presenting Sponsor: 12Stone Church

National Anthem performed by: Suwanee Elementary School

Features:

Fireworks Friday - Stick around after the game for a spectacular fireworks display that will follow every Friday night home game throughout the season.

Saturday, May 2

Toledo Mud Hens (Detroit Tigers) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 7:05 PM

Presenting Sponsor: RaceTrac & Coolray

National Anthem performed by: Providence Christian Academy

Features:

Star Wars Night benefitting Make-A-Wish Foundation - More than 30 Star Wars characters will be on hand to take pictures with fans, perform features such as light saber battles and more! Ten percent of each ticket sold will go to the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Sunday, May 3

Toledo Mud Hens (Detroit Tigers) vs. Gwinnett Braves, 2:05 PM

National Anthem performed by: First Baptist Church of Loganville

Features:

Pre-Game Catch on the Field - To kick off every Sunday Funday, bring your ball and glove to Coolray Field for a pre-game catch in the outfield! The 20-minute catch starts when the gates open at 1 p.m..
Post-Game Kids Base Run - Bring the youngsters down and let them loose on the Coolray Field basepaths after the game, courtesy of Belhaven University. Children must be 12 and under to participate.
Bark In The Park - Fans can bring their furry friends and enjoy the game in the Lawn Seating area beyond the outfield wall.
Additional Entertainment - Fans can visit the Magic Man Face Painting booth and display their Gwinnett Braves spirit! They can also visit the Cartoon Network "Stop Bullying: Speak Up" booth to take a pledge to speak up against bullying and receive a special Gwinnett Braves ticket offer.

Tickets for all Gwinnett Braves home games are on sale now at the Coolray Field Ticket Office. Call (678) 277-0340 or visit GwinnettBraves.com for more information.

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The Gwinnett Braves are the Triple-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves. Follow the G-Braves at gwinnettbraves.com, facebook.com/GwinnettBraves1 and twitter.com/GwinnettBraves. Tickets for all 2014 home games are on sale now by calling the Coolray Field Ticket Office at 678-277-0340 or visiting gwinnettbraves.com.