The 2024 GOVX Directory to MLB Military, First Responder, and Educator Appreciation Games
If you don’t know, now you know.
The 2024 MLB season is already turning out to be something special. There’s the circus that surrounds Shohei, the out-of-nowhere excellence of the Royals and Guardians, and the epic struggles of the Marlins, White Sox, and Astros. Throughout the season, a lot can happen. That much is a given. And if you’re anything like us, there’s some games you just got to be there for.
That’s why we’ve gone ahead and outlined the scheduled MLB military, first responder, and educator appreciation games for your convenience. After all, it’s the league's way of celebrating your service, and that’s something every fan can get behind.
AL WEST
HOUSTON ASTROS
Armed Forces Day: Saturday, May 18th at 6:10PM vs Milwaukee
Details: In celebration of Armed Forces Day, fans can purchase a special Armed Forces Day Hat ticket add-on for just $25.
First Responders Day: Wednesday, Sept 11th at 7:10pm vs Oakland
Details: TBA
LOS ANGELES ANGELS OF ANAHEIM
Military Discounts: Uniformed Personnel can save on Angels tickets in various seating levels to select 2024 Angels home games by showing their valid ID.
Dates: April 28-29th | May 1st, 9th, 12-13th, 15th, 26th | June 9th, 17-19th, 24-27th, 30th | July 8-11th, 14th, 25th, 28th, 30-31st | August 1st, 12-14th, 18th |
September 1st, 15-18th
OAKLAND ATHLETICS
Nurses Appreciation Night: Wednesday, May 22nd at 6:40pm vs Colorado
Details: Presenting by Kaiser Permanente, fans will be able to nominate their favorite nurse during Nurses Week to receive a special prize and social media shoutout from the A’s.
Mental Health Awareness Night: Friday, May 24th at 6:40pm vs Houston
Details: Partial proceeds will benefit the Seneca Family of Agencies - Northern California.
Teachers Appreciation Day: Thursday, June 20th at 12:37pm vs Kansas City
Details: Partial proceeds will benefit the Oakland Public Education Fund's mission to develop and invest community resources in Oakland public schools so that all students can learn, grow, and thrive. Educators have the opportunity to request two complimentary tickets.
Military Appreciation Night: Wednesday, July 3rd at 6:40pm vs Los Angeles of Anaheim
Details: Partial proceeds will benefit Operation: Care and Comfort.
First Responders Day: Sunday, August 25th at 1:07pm vs Milwaukee Brewers
Details: Oakland Police Department will host a pregame tailgate party for all Northern California law enforcement agencies.
SEATTLE MARINERS
Nurse Appreciation Night: Tuesday, May 14th at 6:40pm vs Kansas City
Details: Healthcare workers are eligible for specially priced tickets and a Mariners-themed Stanley-style mug.
TEXAS RANGERS
First Responders Night: Saturday, April 27th at 3:05pm vs Cincinnati
Details: Special ticket includes choice of a Thin Gold Line (9-1-1 Dispatchers), Thin Red Line (Fire/EMS), or Thin Blue Line (LEO) custom Rangers Cap or Challenge Coin presented by Globe Life.
Military Appreciation Day: Sunday, May 19th at 1:35pm vs Los Angeles of Anaheim
Details: Special ticket includes choice of Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force or Coast Guard Rangers hat.
Healthcare Heroes Day: Friday, August 2nd at 7:05pm vs Boston Red Sox
Details: Special ticket includes a custom Healthcare Heroes Rangers cap.
Military Appreciation Day: Sunday, August 4th at 1:35pm vs Boston Red Sox
Details: Special ticket includes choice of Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force or Coast Guard Rangers hat.
First Responders Night: Sunday, September 8th at 1:35pm vs Los Angeles of Anaheim
Details: Special ticket includes choice of a Thin Gold Line (9-1-1 Dispatchers), Thin Red Line (Fire/EMS), or Thin Blue Line (LEO) custom Rangers Cap or Challenge Coin presented by Globe Life.
AL CENTRAL
CHICAGO WHITE SOX
Teacher Appreciation Nights
Details: TBA
Saturday, May 11th at 6:10pm vs Cleveland
Thursday, June 20th at 1:10pm vs Houston
Tuesday, July 9th at 7:10pm vs Minnesota
Wednesday, August 14th at 7:10pm vs New York
Sunday, September 15th at 1:10pm vs Oakland
Police and Fire Night: Wednesday, August 28th at 7:10pm vs Texas
Details: TBA
Nurses Night: Monday, September 9th at 6:40pm vs Cleveland
Details: TBA
CLEVELAND GUARDIANS
Armed Forces Cap Day: Saturday, May 18th at 3:10pm vs Minnesota
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition, camo “C” cap.
First Responders Cap Day: Saturday, June 1st at 1:10pm vs Washington
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition, Guardians first responders cap with a special leather patch.
Educators Night: Wednesday, June 5th at 3:40pm vs Chicago (NL)
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition 40oz Guardians travel tumbler.
Healthcare Night: Wednesday, August 14th at 3:40pm vs Kansas City
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition 40oz Guardians travel tumbler.
DETROIT TIGERS
Theme Game - Class Outside (STEAM): Wednesday, May 1st at 1:10pm vs St. Louis
Details: Special ticket package includes pre-game programming.
Military Appreciation Day: Tuesday, May 28th at 6:40pm vs Pittsburgh
Details: Special ticket package includes an American Flag Tigers patch hat.
Educator Appreciation Day: Monday, June 24th at 6:40pm vs Philadelphia
Details: Special ticket package includes a Tigers quarter-zip pullover.
Law Enforcement vs. Firefighters Night: Wednesday, July 10th at 6:40pm vs Cleveland
Details: Rep your allegiance. Special ticket package includes a Tigers LEO or firefighter hat.
First Responders Night: Wednesday, September 11th at 6:40pm vs Colorado
Details: Special ticket package includes a Tigers first responders hat.
KANSAS CITY ROYALS
Nurses Night: Friday, May 3rd at 6:40pm vs Texas
Details: Special ticket package includes a Royals Stainless Steel tumbler.
School Day at the K: Wednesday, May 8th at 1:10pm vs Milwaukee
Details: Students will participate in STEM-related activities on the field.
Military Appreciation Night: Friday, May 17th at 6:40pm vs Chicago (AL)
Details: Special ticket package includes a branch-themed Royals hat.
Teachers Night: Friday, July 19th at 7:10pm vs Texas
Details: Special ticket package includes a Royals Stainless Steel tumbler.
First Responders Night: Saturday, August 24th at 6:10pm vs Philadelphia
Details: Special ticket package includes a Royals first responders hat.
MINNESOTA TWINS
Armed Forces Appreciation Day: TBA
Recognizing the National Guard: Select 2024 home games
Details: Throughout the season, the Twins will honor and recognize the Minnesota National Guard units from across the state. Units are recognized for their outstanding service and dedication.
Representatives from select National Guard units attend the game and are invited to come on the field for a pre-game ceremony. The ceremony highlights their achievements and describes their duties while distinguishing each person by name.
AL EAST
BALTIMORE ORIOLES
Field Trip Day: Wednesday, May 15th at 12:35pm vs Toronto
Honoring our Heroes: The Orioles are proud to honor active duty, reserve, veteran, and retired military personnel through a variety of programs. Learn more here.
BOSTON RED SOX
Nurses Day: Thursday, May 16th at 7:10pm vs Tampa Bay
Details: Special pregame ceremony dedicated to honoring nurses.
NEW YORK YANKEES
Military Appreciation Day: Saturday, May 10th at 1:05PM vs Texas
Details: First 18,000 fans 21 and older will receive a free Yankees camo cap.
TAMPA BAY RAYS
Healthcare Appreciation Night: Saturday, May 25th at 4:10pm vs Kansas City
Details: Special ticket package includes a 40oz Stainless Steel tumbler.
Salute to Veterans Day: Sunday, May 26th at 1:40pm vs Kansas City
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition hat.
Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: Sunday, July 14th at 1:40pm vs Cleveland.
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Rays hat.
First Responders Day: Sunday, September 22nd at 1:40pm vs Toronto
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Rays hat.
TORONTO BLUE JAYS
Different country. Different ballgame.
NL WEST
ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS
Military Appreciation Day: Sunday, May 19th at 10:10 vs Detroit
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition D-Backs hat. $2 from every ticket sold will be donated to the Wounded Warrior Project.
COLORADO ROCKIES
STEM Day: Thursday, April 25th at 1:10PM vs San Diego
Details: Educational pre-game event incorporates STEM concepts into unique science experiments.
Healthcare Appreciation Series (1): Wednesday, May 8th at 6:40pm and Thursday, May 9th at 1:10pm vs San Francisco
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition pair of Rockies-themed healthcare socks.
Healthcare Appreciation Series (2): Friday, May 10th at 6:40pm, Saturday, May 11th at 6:10pm, and Sunday, May 12th at 1:10pm vs Texas
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition pair of Rockies-themed healthcare socks.
Teacher Appreciation Series (1): Wednesday, May 8th at 6:40pm and Thursday, May 9th at 1:10pm vs San Francisco
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition pair of Rockies-themed educator socks.
Teacher Appreciation Series (2): Friday, May 10th at 6:40pm, Saturday, May 11th at 6:10pm, and Sunday, May 12th at 1:10pm vs Texas
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition pair of Rockies-themed educator socks.
Air Force Academy Ticket Package: Sunday, June 23rd at 1:10pm vs Washington
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Air Force-themed Rockies bucket hat.
Military Appreciation Day: Sunday, July 7th at 1:10pm vs Kansas City
Details: Prior to the game, select players and/or coaches will be available for autographs at the bottom of Sections 116-120 from approximately 11:40am - 12:00pm.
First Responder Appreciation Day: Friday, September 13th at 6:40PM vs Chicago (NL)
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition pair of Rockies-themed first responder socks.
LOS ANGELES DODGERS
Educator Appreciation Day: Sunday, May 19th at 1:10pm vs Cincinnati
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Dodgers teacher appreciation cup.
Nurses Night: Monday, September 9th at 7:10pm vs Chicago (NL)
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Nurses Night Dodgers item.
Firefighter Appreciation Night: Sunday, September 22nd at 1:10pm vs Colorado
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Firefighter Appreciation Night Dodgers item.
SAN DIEGO PADRES
2024 Military Sundays
Details: In partnership with USAA, every Sunday game features a dedicated salute as well as video tributes to specific milestones and moments in military history.
- Monday, May 27th vs. Miami - Memorial Day Military Salute
- Sunday, June 9th vs. Arizona - Military Salute to USS CARL VINSON
- Sunday, July 14th vs. Atlanta - Military Salute to U.S. Marine Corps
- Sunday, August 4th vs. Colorado - Military Salute to Military Aviation
- Sunday, August 25th vs. New York (NL) - Military Salute to the U.S. Navy
- Sunday, September 22nd vs. Chicago (AL) - Military Salute to POW/MIA and Veterans
2024 First Responder Salute Games:Details: The Padres are proud to celebrate, honor and thank the first responders who serve and support the San Diego community
- Wednesday, April 3rd vs. St.Louis - Salute to Law Enforcement Leadership
- Monday, May 13th vs. Colorado - Salute to Firefighter Leadership
- Wednesday, June 12th vs. Oakland - Salute to Firefighters
- Tuesday, July 9th vs. Seattle - Salute to Law Enforcement
- Tuesday, August 13th vs. Pittsburgh - Salute to Lifeguards & Paramedics
- Monday, September 16th vs. Houston - Salute to Canine First Responders
Nurse Appreciation Weekend: Saturday, May 11th at 5:40pm and Sunday, May 12th 1:10pm vs Los Angeles
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition nurse appreciation Padres item.
Mental Health Awareness Day: Wednesday, May 15th at 1:10pm vs Colorado
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Padres item.
Educator Appreciation Night: Thursday, June 6th at 6:40pm vs Arizona
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Padres item.
Healthcare Appreciation Weekend: Saturday, September 7th at 5:40pm vs San Francisco
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Padres item.
Healthcare Appreciation Weekend: Sunday, September 8th at 1:10pm vs San Francisco
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Padres item.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS
Educator Appreciation Night: Monday, June 24th at 6:45pm vs Chicago (NL)
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Giants lunchbox. Partial proceeds from each special event ticket will benefit local organizations within the educator community.
Law Enforcement Appreciation Night: Wednesday, July 10th at 6:45pm vs Toronto
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Giants long-sleeved shirt.
Firefighter Appreciation Night: Friday, August 9th at 7:15pm vs Detroit
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Giants hat.
Nurse Appreciation Night: Tuesday, August 13th at 6:45pm vs Atlanta
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Giants lunch bag.
NL CENTRAL
CHICAGO CUBS
Healthcare Appreciation Night: Monday, May 6th at 6:40pm vs San Diego
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Cubs tumbler.
Teacher Appreciation Night: Tuesday, May 7th at 6:40pm vs San Diego
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Cubs tumbler.
First Responder Appreciation Night: Thursday, May 16th at 6:40pm vs Pittsburgh
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Cubs tumbler. A portion of the proceeds from each ticket purchased through this offer will be donated to either the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (Law Enforcement) or the 100 Club of Illinois (Firefighter and EMS).
Armed Forces Replica Jersey Day: Saturday, May 18th at 1:20pm vs Pittsburgh
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Cubs jersey. A portion of the proceeds from each purchase will be donated to support non-profit military and veteran organizations.
The Great Apple Crunch Education Day: Wednesday, September 18th at 1:20pm vs Oakland
Details: Celebrate the beginning of Illinois orchard season with fun and educational programming.
CINCINNATI REDS
2024 Military Appreciation Days:
Details: Pre-game ceremonies and activities will honor different branches of the armed forces.
- Monday, May 27th vs. St.Louis at 4:10pm
- Sunday, June 6th vs. Chicago (NL) at 7:10pm
- Friday, August 30th vs. Milwaukee at 6:40pm
- Friday, September 20th vs. Pittsburgh at 6:40pm
MILWAUKEE BREWERS
Math Day: Wednesday, May 15th at 12:10pm vs Pittsburgh
Details: As part of this special educational day at the ballpark, students will improve their math skills and learn basic statistical principles through the game of baseball.
Military Sundays: Select tickets are 50% for every Sunday home game for active-duty military, veterans and first responders.
- Sunday, April 28th vs. New York (AL) at 1:10pm
- Sunday, May 12th vs. St. Louis at 1:10pm
- Sunday, June 2nd vs. Chicago (AL) at 1:10pm
- Sunday, June 16th vs. Cincinnati at 1:10pm
- Sunday, June 30th vs. Chicago (NL) at 1:10pm
- Sunday, July 14th vs. Washington at 1:10pm
- Sunday, July 28th vs. Miami at 1:10pm
- Sunday, August 11th vs. Cincinnati at 1:10pm
- Sunday, August 18th vs. Cleveland at 1:10pm
- Sunday, September 8th vs. Colorado at 1:10pm
- Sunday, September 22nd vs. Arizona at 1:10pm
- Sunday, September 29th vs. New York (NL) at 1:10pm
PITTSBURGH PIRATES
Education Day: Thursday, April 25th at 12:35pm vs Milwaukee
Details: Combining the excitement of baseball with enriching classroom curriculum.
Healthcare Appreciation Night: Monday, May 6th at 6:40pm vs Los Angeles of Anaheim
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Pirates item.
Healthcare Appreciation Night: Tuesday, May 7th at 6:40pm vs Los Angeles of Anaheim
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Pirates item.
Healthcare Appreciation Day: Wednesday, May 9th at 12:35pm vs Los Angeles of Anaheim
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Pirates item.
Education Day: Wednesday, May 8th at 12:35pm vs Los Angeles of Anaheim
Details: Combining the excitement of baseball with enriching classroom curriculum.
Education Day: Thursday, May 23rd at 12:35pm vs San Francisco
Details: Combining the excitement of baseball with enriching classroom curriculum.
First Responders Night: Monday, September 9th at 6:40pm vs Miami
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Pirates cap. A portion of each ticket sold will be donated to the first responder non-profit of your choice.
First Responders Night: Tuesday, September 10th at 6:40pm vs Miami
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Pirates cap. A portion of each ticket sold will be donated to the first responder non-profit of your choice.
First Responders Day: Wednesday, September 11th at 12:35pm vs Miami
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Pirates cap. A portion of each ticket sold will be donated to the first responder non-profit of your choice.
ST. LOUIS CARDINALS
Mental Health Awareness Day: Sunday, May 19th at 1:15PM vs Boston
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Cardinals cap. A portion of each ticket sold will be donated to NAMI St. Louis.
Nurses Appreciation Night: Tuesday, May 21st at 6:45PM vs Baltimore
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Cardinals quarter-zip pullover.
Nurses Appreciation Day: Wednesday, May 22nd at 12:15PM vs Baltimore
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Cardinals quarter-zip pullover.
Teachers Night 1: Monday, June 24th at 6:45PM vs Atlanta
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Cardinals quarter-zip pullover.
Teachers Night 2: Monday, June 25th at 6:45PM vs Atlanta
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Cardinals quarter-zip pullover
Military Appreciation Night: Friday, July 26th at 7:15PM vs Washington
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Cardinals military-themed jersey.
First Responder Appreciation Night: Wednesday, September 11th at 7:15PM vs Cincinnati
Details: Special ticket package includes a limited-edition Cardinals Challenge Coin.
NL EAST
ATLANTA BRAVES
Military Appreciation Day: Saturday, May 18th at 7:15PM vs
San Diego
Details: TBA
Flag Day & US Army Birthday:Friday, June 14th at 7:20PM vs Tampa Bay
Details: The Braves will honor servicemembers with a pre-game ceremony.
MIAMI MARLINS
Teachers Appreciation Day: Friday, May 10th at 7:10PM vs Philadelphia
Details: Ticket package includes special pricing for teachers and a Marlins Teacher Appreciation T-shirt.
Military Appreciation Day: Thursday, July 4th at 1:10PM vs Boston
Details: Ticket package includes special pricing for both active and retired military personnel and their families, access to a pre-game parade on the warning track, and a 2024 Marlins Military Appreciation Challenge Coin.
First Responders Day: Sunday, September 8th at 1:40PM vs Philadelphia
Details: Ticket package includes a Miami Marlins First Responders Appreciation Day challenge coin, access to a pre-game parade on the warning track, and a donation back to various First Responder Non-Profits including the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, and the NAEMT Foundation.
NEW YORK METS
2024 Military Appreciation Day: TBD
PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES
Teacher Appreciation Night: Friday, May 3rd vs San Francisco at 6:40pm
Details: The first 3,000 fans that purchase tickets through this event will receive a voucher for an exclusive Teacher Appreciation Phillies light board.
Nurses Night: Tuesday, May 7th vs Toronto at 6:40pm
Details: Special ticket package includes an exclusive Phillies scrubs t-shirt.
Salute to Service Night: Saturday, May 18th vs Nationals at 6:05pm
Details: Special ticket package includes an exclusive Phillies bucket hat.
WASHINGTON NATIONALS
Patriotic Series Games
Details: The Patriotic Series presented by PenFed celebrates America and the national pastime at Nationals Park. These games feature on-field programming, pregame ceremonies and patriotic uniforms to honor servicemembers and their families.
- Wednesday, April 24th at 6:45pm vs Los Angeles
- Sunday, May 26th at 1:35pm vs Seattle
- Thursday, July 4th at 11:05am vs New York (NL)
- Wedneday, September 11th at 6:45pm vs Atlanta
Branch Days
Details: The Nationals dedicate a special game to honor and celebrate each of the six branches of the military. At each of these games, representatives from the branch will participate in the pregame ceremony and the Salute to Service.
Friday, May 24th at 6:45pm vs Seattle (US NAVY)
Tuesday, June 18th at 6:45pm vs Arizona (US ARMY)
Saturday, July 6th at 4:05pm vs St. Louis (USMC)
Saturday, July 19th at 4:05pm vs Cincinnati (US SPACE FORCE)
Monday, August 5th at 6:45pm vs San Francisco (US COAST GUARD)
Wednesday, September 25th at 6:45 vs Kansas City (US AIR FORCE)