Take me out to the ball game … pretty please! We’re lucky to have a minor league baseball team playing in our city and offering fun nights out for families throughout the summer. This year’s season at the Fox Cities Stadium is jam-packed with exciting special guests! These theme nights are perfect for creating summer family traditions with super fun nights featuring Star Wars, Princesses, Dinosaurs, Unicorns, LEGO, and more!
READ MORE! Enjoy a Night Out at the Ballpark: Tips for Family Fun at a Timber Rattlers Game
May 2022 Family Nights
Ghostbusters Night: Friday, May 6
- If you’re all alone, pick up the phone. Who are you gonna call? The TIMBER RATTLERS! Come meet the Wisconsin Ghostbusters and see the one-and-only Ecto1.
- Game Time: 6:40 pm
- Postgame: Kids Run the Bases
Cascabeles Night: Saturday, May 7
- The Cascabeles return in 2022 to celebrate Hispanic heritage and multi-cultural baseball fans! The Timber Rattlers will become the Cascabeles de Wisconsin for three games this season with players wearing colorful specialty uniforms.
The name Cascabeles, which translates from Spanish as ‘jingle bells’ ties into the Timber Rattlers’ full-time identity through the distinct rattle sound of a Timber rattlesnake.
During the game, fans can enjoy food and drink specials around the ballpark and watch Hispanic cultural dance performances. - Game Time: 1:10 pm
- Special Promotion: Paint your own Sugar Skull bobblehead giveaway to the first 1,000 fans.
- Postgame: Kids Run the Bases
Building Blocks Night: Friday, May 20
- Come say hi to your favorite building block characters at the ballpark!
- Game Time: 6:40 pm
- Special Promotion: Themed scarf giveaway to the first 1,000 fans.
- Postgame: Kids Run the Bases
Princess Day: Saturday, May 21
- Join us as we roll out the red carpet for some very special guests at the ballpark!
- Game Time: 1:10 pm
- Special Promotions: Princess tiara for the first 500 kids.
- Pre-Game Tea Party Ticket Package available! Use code: frozen at checkout.
- Postgame: Kids Run the Bases
June 2022 Family Nights
Wizardry Night: Thursday, June 23
- Are you a Gryffindor, a Hufflepuff, a Ravenclaw, or Slytherin? Well, tonight you’re a Timber Rattler!
Join us as we turn the ballpark into the Hogwarts School of Wizardry and Magic. Games, butterbeer, and more will be here for fans of all ages. - Game Time: 6:40 pm
- Special Promotion: The first 1,000 fans receive a special themed wizardry t-shirt.
Star Wars Night: Saturday, June 25
- In a galaxy not too far away… the resistance and evil empire are taking over Neuroscience Group Field! All of your favorite characters return and players will be wearing specialty jerseys on the field.
- Game Time: 6:40
- Postgame: Kids Run the Bases and fireworks!
Video Game Night: Thursday, June 30
- Here at the Timber Rattlers, we love baseball games, and also video games! This day is dedicated to all things gaming, featuring a ton of gaming activities at the front gates for fans to enjoy.
- Game Time: 6:40 pm
- Special Promotion: The first 1,000 fans receive retro video game-themed socks.
July 2022 Family Nights
Princess Night: Saturday, July 2
- Join us as we roll out the red carpet for some very special guests at the ballpark!
- Game Time: 6:40 pm
- Special Promotions: Princess tiara for the first 500 kids.
- Pre-Game Tea Party Ticket Package available! Use code: frozen at checkout.
- Postgame: Kids Run the Bases and fireworks!
Marvel Defenders of The Diamond Night: Saturday, July 23
- Iron Man Appearance and themed jerseys worn by Timber Rattlers players.
- Game Time: 6:40 pm
- Postgame: Kids Run the Bases and fireworks!
August 2019
Fang’s Birthday: Friday, August 12
- Fang T. Rattler turns 28 and you’re invited to celebrate his birthday!
Receive cake on the way in and watch a wacky pre-game mascot kickball game with characters you’ll recognize from around the Fox Valley and Wisconsin. - Game Time: 6:40 pm
- Special Promotion: The first 1,000 fans receive a kickball Fang bobblehead.
- Postgame: Kids Run the Bases and fireworks!
Unicorn Night: Saturday, August 13
- Bring your princess and prince for another magical theme night at the ballpark including photo opportunities with real-life pony unicorns!
- Unicorn Ticket Packages Available for storytime, cupcakes, a unicorn pony meet and greet, and a unicorn headband. Use promo code: unicorn.
- Game Time: 6:40 pm
- Post Game: Kids Run the Bases and fireworks!
Cascabeles Night: Friday, August 26
- The Cascabeles return in for a second night to celebrate Hispanic heritage and multi-cultural baseball fans! The Timber Rattlers will become the Cascabeles de Wisconsin for three games this season with players wearing colorful specialty uniforms.
The name Cascabeles, which translates from Spanish as ‘jingle bells’ ties into the Timber Rattlers’ full-time identity through the distinct rattle sound of a Timber rattlesnake.
During the game, fans can enjoy food and drink specials around the ballpark and watch Hispanic cultural dance performances. - Game Time: 6:40 pm
- Postgame: Kids Run the Bases and fireworks!
Dinosaur Night: Thursday, August 25
- Dinosaurs are taking over Neuroscience Group Field!.. Come see T-Rex, dino babies, and other dino-themed activities.
- Game Time: 6:40 pm
Daily Promotions
- BREWER SUNDAY: Play catch on the field pre-game! Meet the team at the post-game player autograph session! Special powder blue throwback Brewers-themed jerseys worn on-field by Timber Rattlers players.
- TUESDAY: Bang for your Buck! $2 Hot Dogs, $2 Sodas, $2 Beer!
- WEDNESDAY: Bark in the Park – Starting June 22, 2022, bring your dog to enjoy the game!
- FRIDAYS:
- Kids run the bases after the game!
- Post Game Fireworks!
- SATURDAY FAMILY NIGHTS:
- Kids Run the Bases post-game
- Post Game Fireworks!
- Every Day: Bike to the Ball Park – Show your helmet at the box office for $1 off your reserved seat.
- Full 2022 Schedule
About the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers
The Wisconsin Timber Rattlers are part of a long tradition. This tradition of Appleton Professional Baseball dates back to 1891. The franchise began as the Fox Cities Foxes in 1958 at Goodland Field. The Timber Rattlers were born in 1995 when they moved into Fox Cities Stadium. In 2009, they became the Midwest League affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers.
The TRats season is also filled with fun theme nights and special days! Some of the most popular family nights include Superheroes, Princesses, Legos, Harry Potter, and more.
For a complete list and dates, visit 2022 Timber Rattlers Family Nights & Special Guests
More Information
Wisconsin Timber Rattlers
Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium
2400 N Casaloma Dr, Appleton, Wisconsin 54913
920-733-4152
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