Jumbo Shrimp Homestand Highlights May 11-20

  • by Joseph Cartolano
  • May 8, 2019
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The 2019 Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp season presented by Community First Credit Union continues at 6:35 p.m. on Saturday, May 11 from the Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville. The Jumbo Shrimp will host the Biloxi Shuckers, Double-A affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers, for a five-game series from May 11 through Wednesday, May 15, and the Montgomery Biscuits, Double-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays, for a five-game series from Thursday, May 16 through Monday, May 20. The homestand features a promotional lineup that includes the following highlights:

 

Saturday, May 11, 6:35 p.m. (Gates open at 5:30 p.m.)

Vice Night presented by 121 Financial and Darley’s Plumbing: The Jumbo Shrimp will be wearing special Vice Night jerseys that will be auctioned off during the game, as well as online at jaxshrimp.com from May 11-17. Crockett and Tub(b)s will be available during the game for pictures on the concourse. In addition, Cuban sandwiches and other tastes of Miami will be on sale at the ballpark. The first 2,000 fans through the gates will receive a special Vice Night bucket hat giveaway presented by 121 Financial and Darley’s Plumbing.

Saturday Night Fireworks presented by 121 Financial and Darley’s Plumbing: The first seven Saturdays of the 2019 season (through June 22) feature postgame fireworks! Don't miss a single fireworks show by purchasing the Jumbo Shrimp's Fireworks+Plus ticket package.

 

Sunday, May 12, 3:05 p.m. (Gates open at 2 p.m.)

Mother’s Day presented by The best mom in the world (insert your mom’s name here): Bring mom to the ballpark to celebrate a very special day with $5 Raspberry Sunrise Mimosas at the Budweiser Tiki Terrace and Wheelhouse Lounge. In addition, 25 oz. Corona cans will be available for $5. After the game, all moms in attendance are invited to run the bases.

Baptist Health Sunday Family FUNday: Kids can feel like the pros before each Sunday home game, as families can play catch on the field, plus Jumbo Shrimp players will be signing autographs. Each Sunday will feature FREE face painting, balloon animals and Elmo at the park. Following the game, all moms with their kids 12 and under can run the bases.

 

Monday, May 13, 7:05 p.m. (Gates open at 6 p.m.)

VyStar Credit Union Members Buy-One, Get-One-Free: VyStar Credit Union members can get a buy-one, get-one free ticket special by showing their VyStar credit or debit card at the box office.

VyStar Credit Union Charity Begins At Home: Thanks to VyStar Credit Union, the Jumbo Shrimp partner with local nonprofits at each Jumbo Shrimp Monday home game through the season. City Rescue Mission (www.crmjax.org) will raise funds through ticket sales and the Launch-A-Ball promotion.

National Apple Pie Day presented by Johnny Appleseed, Isaac Newton and Steve Jobs: Apple Pie Nachos, a crowd favorite, are back by popular demand at the All-American concession stand on this special day to celebrate National Apple Pie Day.

National Frog Jumping Day presented by Michigan J. Frog: The Jumbo Shrimp are proud to partner with their water-dwelling friends of the animal kingdom for National Jumping Day. Highlights include a frogs race around the bases.

UF Health Trauma Awareness Night: Fans can visit the UF Health Trauma Awareness table on the concourse to learn more about trauma prevention.

 

Tuesday, May 14, 7:05 p.m. (Gates open at 6 p.m.) presented by Memorial Hospital

Community First Credit Union Two for Tuesday: Tickets are 2-for-1 at the box office for Community First Credit Union members using their CFCU credit or debit card. Fans who are not Community First Credit Union members can learn more about membership at the CFCU table on the concourse. Fans can also enjoy two for the price of one jumbo hot dogs or regular French fries or 12 oz. fountain sodas.

Standard Feed & Seed Bark in the Park: The Jumbo Shrimp and Standard Feed & Seed are welcoming fans and their canine companion for the second Dog Day of the season. Canines get in free as long as their human companion buys a ticket. Dog-free seating is located in Sections 110 and 111, as well as the Wheelhouse Lounge and BDO Suite Level.

Memorial Hospital Night: Fans can visit Tuesday’s game sponsor, Memorial Hospital, at their table on the concourse.

 

Wednesday, May 15, 12:05 p.m. (Gates open at 11 a.m.)

Yuengling Business Person Special: A package of a reserved seat, jumbo hot dog and 16 oz. Yuengling can (or small fountain soda) is just $15 at the Jumbo Shrimp box office.

 

Thursday, May 16, 7:05 p.m. (Gate open at 6 p.m.) presented by Fifth Third Bank

Thirsty Thursday presented by Budweiser: Fans can purchase $1 12 oz. and $2 24 oz. Budweiser draft products at the canopy near the Jacksonville Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Arlington Trail Rated Territory, Oasis concession stand behind Section 115 and right field bleachers, respectively. DJ Swagg and DJ MoneyGud from Power 106.1 will also provide music at the Budweiser Tiki Terrace.

Wonderlic Night presented by Eldon F. Wonderlic and the owl from the Tootsie Pop commercial: The Wonderlic test, used to evaluate NFL Draft prospects, consists of 50 multiple choice questions that have to be answered in 15 minutes. The test sounds really boring, so the Jumbo Shrimp are just going to blindfold people and have them lick stuff on the field instead.

Fifth Third Bank Night: Fans can visit Thursday’s game sponsor, Fifth Third Bank, at their table on the concourse.

Media Sponsor: Cox

Friday, May 17, 7:05 p.m. (Gates open at 6 p.m.)

NAPA AutoCare Family Fireworks: Fans may visit any participating NAPA AutoCare Center to receive a FREE general admission ticket (reserved seat upgrade available at the Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville box office) for the Friday night game. After every Friday home game, the Jumbo Shrimp will light up the sky with NAPA AutoCare Family Fireworks!

Red Shirt Friday: Fans are encouraged to wear red to support the military and save $1 per ticket at the box office, or donate that $1 to the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund. The Jumbo Shrimp will wear their red "Bold City" jerseys at every Friday home game this season.

Friday Night Lites spiced up by Tijuana Flats presented by Miller Lite and Coors Light: From 6-7:30 p.m., fans are welcome to enjoy specials for $1 12 oz. Miller Lite and Coors Light drafts, as well as $1 off all craft beer at the Craft Cave near the third-base gate.

Hug A Plumber Day presented by Darley’s Plumbing with support from Mario and Luigi: To say thank you to the purveyors of the pipe-wrench, the watchdogs of the water heart, the shepherds of the shower and the sentinels of the sink, the Jumbo Shrimp are inviting fans to say thanks to plumbers by giving them a hug on the stadium concourse on Hug A Plumber Day.

Media Sponsor: Renda (Gator/WEJZ)

 

Saturday, May 18, 6:35 p.m. (Gates open at 5:30 p.m.)

Miracle League Game: The Jumbo Shrimp are proud to play host to a pregame contest for the Jax Miracle League on the field before the game.

Saturday Night Fireworks presented by 121 Financial and First Watch: The first seven Saturdays of the 2019 season (through June 22) feature postgame fireworks! Don't miss a single fireworks show by purchasing the Jumbo Shrimp's Fireworks+Plus ticket package.

Cross The Ditch Night presented by 121 Financial and First Watch: Be sure to stop by the lifeguard stand on the concourse and stay out of the deep end for the Jumbo Shrimp’s inaugural Cross The Ditch (Salute to the Beaches) Night. The first 2,000 fans through the gates will receive a Jumbo Shrimp beach bag courtesy of 121 Financial and First Watch.

 

Sunday, May 19, 3:05 p.m. (Gates open at 2 p.m.)

Princess Day: Anna and Elsa from “Frozen” will be roaming around the ballpark for the Jumbo Shrimp’s annual Princess Day.

Corona Cans Special: Every Sunday, 25 oz. Corona cans will be available for $5.

Baptist Health Sunday Family FUNday: Kids can feel like the pros before each Sunday home game, as families can play catch on the field, plus Jumbo Shrimp players will be signing autographs. Each Sunday will feature FREE face painting, balloon animals and this Sunday, Anna and Elsa from “Frozen” will be at the Baseball Grounds. Following the game, kids 12 and under can run the bases.

Bowden Eye and Associates Character Series – Meet Ariel and Belle: The Jumbo Shrimp are inviting fans for a special meet-and-greet with Ariel from “The Little Mermaid” and Belle from “Beauty and the Beast” from 2:15-4:15 p.m. in the Wheelhouse Lounge. Tickets must be purchased on www.tinyurl.com/jaxshrimpportal (Password: bowden). Please contact Ashley McCallen at [email protected]with any questions.

 

Monday, May 20, 11:05 a.m. (Gates open at 10 a.m.)

Education Day: The Jumbo Shrimp invite all area schools to a fun-filled event with a special $5 ticket price per student. For only $3 more, students can enjoy a hot dog and juice box. For more information, please visit this flier or contact Andrea Williams at [email protected].   

VyStar Credit Union Members Buy-One, Get-One-Free: VyStar Credit Union members can get a buy-one, get-one free ticket special by showing their VyStar credit or debit card at the box office.

A Better Jacksonville Series Shoe Drive: Join the Jumbo Shrimp for part two of their A Better Jacksonville Series as the club collects shoes to donate to City Rescue Mission. Everyone who donates to all five of the A Better Jacksonville Series will be entered to throw out a first pitch on August 25.

Season-long promotions include:

Tickets as low as $5: By purchasing in advance of game day, fans can secure general admission tickets for just $5!

Military tickets for $5: Any active military member or veteran may show an ID at the box office to purchase a reserved seat or general admission ticket for just $5 for any game of the season.

Hot dogs or French fries or fountain drinks for $2: These ballpark traditions are just $2 each at every game!

The Jumbo Shrimp debit card presented by Community First Credit Union: Benefits include 10% merchandise from the Jumbo Shrimp team store, a free small fountain drink with purchase at every game, $2 off tickets on game day, 10% off all packing supplies at Atlantic Self Storage, 10% off your entire check when using the debit card at Bono’s Pit Bar-B-Q, 10% off your entire check when using the debit card at Touchdown Grill (cannot be combined with any other discounts or offers) and 10% off purchases at CGC Water (cannot be combined with any other offer).

 

Tickets are available at www.jaxshrimp.com, by calling (904) 358-2846 or by visiting the Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville box office. The Jumbo Shrimp's in-season box office hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Mondays through Fridays, as well as 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday. On Monday through Saturday game days, the box office is open at 9 a.m. through the end of the game. On Sunday game days, the box office will be open from 11 a.m. through the end of the game.

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