By Doc McElroy
April 29, 2024
Highlights of the homestand include Star Wars Weekend, Dollar Dog Night, Kyle Tucker Jersey Giveaway and More
HOUSTON, Texas – The Astros return home for a six-game homestand, April 30-May 5, with three against the Cleveland Guardians and three against the Seattle Mariners.
The homestand begins with Dollar Dog Night, presented by Texas Chili Company and College Nights, presented by Planet Fitness during a three-game series against the Cleveland Guardians, April 30-May 2. Then as the Astros host AL West rival Seattle, May 3-5, they will celebrate Star Wars Weekend, presented by Topps. The weekend is packed with great giveaways, including a Kyle Tucker Space City Replica Jersey, presented by Houston Methodist, an Alex Bregman Space City Bobblehead, presented by Houston Methodist and a Space City Mesh Tote Bag, presented by Mustang CAT.
Single-game tickets are available for purchase for the homestand, along with a variety of Flex Plan options. From 3 to 15 games, fans can tailor a package that fits their schedule and budget best. There are pre-set plan options or fans can create their own package. For more information, visit houstonastros.turnstyle.fan/2024-offers.
Tuesday, April 30 – Astros vs. Cleveland Guardians: 7:10 p.m. CT
The Astros open up the six-game homestand with the first of three against the Guardians at 7:10 p.m. CT on Tuesday. The game will be televised on Space City Home Network and on English radio KBME 790 and Spanish radio TUDN 93.3.
Every Tuesday night at Minute Maid Park is Dollar Dog Night, presented by Texas Chili Company. Fans are treated to all-you-can-eat hot dogs that are just $1 each Tuesday home game during the season.
Tuesday is also HBCU Night, presented by Planet Fitness. The Astros will celebrate the legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities throughout the evening as alumni, staff and students from various HBCUs pay homage to these institutions. Activities include a pregame networking event in the Depot at Union Station and a pregame performance. The Networking event, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., gives participants a chance to learn from Astros executives and special guests during a moderated Q&A panel. Attendees will be able to meet with front office staff from various departments and learn about career opportunities and internship programs. Light food and beverage will be served. This event is open to all ticketed fans on a first-come, first-serve basis.
A portion of the proceeds from the LGI Homes Share2Care 50/50 raffle will go to College Night.
Wednesday, May 1 – Astros vs. Guardians: 7:10 p.m. CT
The series with the Guardians continues with game two on Wednesday at 7:10 p.m. CT. The game will be televised on Space City Home Network and on English radio KBME 790 and Spanish radio TUDN 93.3.
Wednesday, May 1 is Houston Colleges College Night, presented by Planet Fitness. Alumni, students, parents, faculty and fans are invited to show their school pride for any and all Houston colleges and universities at the game. The Astros will hold a networking event from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. that gives participants a chance to learn from Astros executives and special guests during a moderated Q&A panel. Attendees will be able to meet with front office staff from various departments and learn about career opportunities and internship programs. Light food and beverage will be served. This event is open to all ticketed fans on a first-come, first-serve basis.
A portion of the proceeds from the LGI Homes Share2Care 50/50 raffle will go to College Night.
Thursday, May 2 – Astros vs. Cleveland Guardians: 7:10 p.m. CT
The Astros conclude the series with the Guardians on Thursday at 7:10 p.m. CT. The game will be televised on Space City Home Network and MLB Network. The game will also be available on English radio KBME 790 and Spanish radio TUDN 93.3.
Thursday, May 2 is Texas and Louisiana College Night, presented by Planet Fitness. All alumni, students, parents, faculty and fans of all college and universities in Texas and Louisiana are invited to come out and show their school pride as the Astros finish up the series with the Guardians. The Astros will hold their third networking event of the week from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday. The event, which is open to all ticketed guests, gives participants a chance to learn from Astros executives and special guests during a moderated Q&A panel. Attendees will be able to meet with front office staff from various departments and learn about career opportunities and internship programs. Light food and beverage will be served.
In honor of Texas and Louisiana College Night, University of Texas women’s basketball coach Vic Schaefer will throw out a ceremonial first pitch. Coach Schaefer attended Houston Lutheran High School and got his start in coaching as a high school coach at Milby High School in Houston. This past season he won his 400th career victory as the Longhorns defeated the University of Houston. The Longhorns had a successful 2023-24 season, going 33-5 and advancing to the Elite Eight.
A portion of the proceeds from the LGI Homes Share2Care 50/50 raffle will go to College Night.
Friday, May 3 – Astros vs. Seattle Mariners: 7:10 p.m. CT
The Astros open up the series with division rival Mariners at 7:10 p.m. CT on Friday. The game will be televised on Space City Home Network and on English radio KBME 790 and Spanish radio TUDN 93.3.
Friday opens up Star Wars Weekend, presented by Topps, which runs May 3-5. On Friday, fans can enjoy a Star Wars themed Pregame Happy Hour, presented by Budweiser, with drink specials, games and music before the game. Fans can purchase a special Star Wars themed Kyle Tucker Jedi Bobblehead add-on for just $35. Fans must have a valid ticket for May 3 to redeem the Star Wars bobblehead add-on package at the game. For more information, visit astros.com/starwars.
10,000 fans will receive a Kyle Tucker Space City Replica Jersey, presented by Houston Methodist.
Pregame Happy Hour, presented by Budweiser, will take place from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the Michelob Ultra Bar, where fans can enjoy $5 Ultra Draft, a live DJ and amazing views.
River Oaks Baptist School Choir will perform the National Anthem.
Friday Night Fireworks presented by ConocoPhillips are set for postgame, featuring the musical theme Star Wars. Fireworks are subject to weather. In the event a show must be cancelled due to weather, refunds will not be granted.
A portion of the proceeds from the LGI Homes Share2Care 50/50 raffle will go to Blue Angels Foundation.
Saturday, May 4 – Astros vs. Seattle Mariners: 6:15 p.m. CT
The Astros continue the series with the Mariners on Saturday, May 4 at 6:15 p.m. The game will be televised nationally on FOX. It will also be available on English radio KBME 790 and Spanish radio TUDN 93.3.
10,000 fans receive an Alex Bregman Space City Bobblehead, presented by Houston Methodist.
Star Wars Weekend presented by Topps continues, and fans can meet their favorite Star Wars characters and enjoy photo opportunities before the game. Fans can also purchase the special Star Wars themed Kyle Tucker bobblehead add-on package for just $35. Fans must already have a valid ticket for May 4 to redeem the Star Wars Bobblehead at the game. For more information, visit astros.com/starwars.
Bear Branch Choirs will perform the National Anthem.
A portion of the proceeds from the LGI Homes Share2Care 50/50 raffle will go to Sire Therapeutic Horsemanship.
Sunday, May 5 – Astros vs. Seattle Mariners: 1:10 p.m. CT
**The Astros finish off the series with the Mariners and the six-game homestand on Sunday, May 5 at 1:10 p.m. The game will be televised on Space City Home Network and on English radio KBME 790 and Spanish radio TUDN 93.3.
10,000 fans will receive a Space City Mesh Tote Bag, presented by Mustang CAT.
Star Wars Weekend presented by Topps concludes on Sunday, and fans can meet their favorite Star Wars characters and enjoy photo opportunities before the game. Fans can also purchase the special Star Wars themed Kyle Tucker bobblehead add-on package for just $35. Fans must already have a valid ticket for May 5 to redeem the Star Wars Bobblehead at the game. For more information, visit astros.com/starwars.
Kreinhop will perform the National Anthem.
Kids Run the Bases, presented by Olshan Foundation Solutions will take place following the game for kids in attendance ages 5-12.
ASTROS TV BROADCASTS
Unless otherwise indicated because of a national broadcast, Astros local broadcasts are exclusively on Space City Home Network. Astros fans have plenty of options for viewing all locally available games for the 2024 season on Space City Home Network. The network will broadcast as many as 154 games with live pregame and postgame coverage. The network is available on streaming platforms fubo and DIRECTV STREAM along with Xfinity, Comcast, DirecTV, U-Verse, Consolidated Cable and other outlets. To find a complete list of providers in your area visit SpaceCityHN.com. Returning to the broadcast booth this year will be Todd Kalas and Geoff Blum along with reporter Julia Morales.
ASTROS MEMORABILIA TABLE
With all the proceeds benefiting the Astros Foundation, visit the Astros Memorabilia Tables located right behind Insperity Club at section 120, on the club level and in Hall of Fame Alley in center field inside Minute Maid Park. Open at every home Astros game from the time gates open until the end of the seventh inning, fans can purchase one-of-a-kind bats, baseball, photos, artwork and more signed by current Astros and Astros greats. Other items signed by local Houston celebrities are also available, along with special fundraising items with all the proceeds also going to the Astros Foundation.
COCA-COLA BALLPARK BUNDLE GAMES
The Coca-Cola Ballpark Bundle ticket package includes a View Deck I or II ticket, hot dog, soda, and popcorn for just $22 for select games throughout the season, including select weekday games, April 30-May 2. Fans can use password 24COKE to redeem tickets. For more information, visit astros.com/tickets. Use password 24COKE to redeem tickets. Fans can claim their concession items at the following locations: Main Concourse: 109, 116, 125, 134, 156, Upper Concourse: 409, 430.
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