Trash Pandas hosting ‘Friends’ Night with themed jersey auction

MADISON — The Rocket City Trash Pandas will be paying homage Friday to “Friends”, the smash hit sitcom that aired for a decade, by sporting themed jerseys celebrating the show when they take on the Chattanooga Lookouts.

The team will also be hosting a jersey auction, featuring all game-worn jerseys. The bidding starts at at 4 p.m. and concludes at the end of the 7th inning. Bids will start at $75 and will go up in increments of $25.

The proceeds will go to the Trash Pandas Foundation and Miracle League of North Alabama.

There will also be a “Friends”-themed menu at the concession stands.

• The “Chandler” Breakfast Sammie (Dumpster Dive) Lightly Toasted Everything Bagel, Maple Cream Cheese, topped with Seared Conecuh Sausage, Fried Egg, Crispy Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, and drizzled with Sausage Gravy 
• “Phoebe” Fries (Gravity Grille) Blend of House Fries and Sweet Potato Fries, tossed with roasted garlic and Shaved Parmesan, topped with Chopped Parsley and drizzled with Truffle Oil
•  The “Joey” Pizza (All Stars) Classic Marinara, Mozzarella Cheese, Pepperoni Slices, Ground Sausage, Chopped Ham, Bacon Crumbles and Red Pepper Flakes
• Get Shucked Po Boy (Sprocket’s Grill) Grilled Conecuh Sausage on a Lightly Toasted Brioche Bun, topped with House Made 3 Pepper Slaw, Crispy Buttermilk Fried Shrimp and finished with House Made Old Bay Aioli

The night will be topped by fireworks sponsored by Booz Allen Hamilton. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Trustmark VIP Gates open at 5 p.m. First pitch is 6:35 p.m.

Here is this week’s schedule:

Tonight

• UNA Football & Trash Pandas Special Offer (Click Here for Purchase Options)
  The Trash Pandas have teamed up with the University of North Alabama for a special package (Click Here for Purchase Options). Includes tickets for this game and a UNA football game Nov. 2.
• Educators Night: All teachers are invited to attend a summer night at the ballpark. Educators who show their school ID will get 10 percent off at the Junkyard Team Store
• Ladies Night: Ladies have the chance to win great prizes throughout the game and with $5 wine specials for fans 21 & older, presented by Reed’s Jewelers.
• Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Trustmark VIP Gates open at 5 p.m. First pitch is 6:35 p.m.

Wednesday

• Dog Day: This is the third Dog Day of the season sponsored by Tito’s. Fans can bring their four-legged friends to the ballpark which will benefit Greater Huntsville Humane Society. For more information, click Dog Days 2024
• Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Trustmark VIP Gates open at 5 p.m. First pitch is 6:35 p.m.

Thursday

• Christmas in July: Take photos with Santa from 5-7 p.m. Christmas-themed characters will also be on the concourse for photos. The Junkyard Team Store features free gifts with eligible purchases. There will be a Christmas market on the concourse starting at 5 p.m. and it will remain open throughout the game. Christmas Light Show & Trash Pandas Special Offer (Click Here for Purchase Options)
• Toy Drive: Fans are invited to donate toys to help benefit the Walker County Children’s Advocacy Center. For each item donated, fans will receive a raffle ticket for the chance to win Trash Pandas Memorabilia.
• Extended Happy Hour: Fans 21 and older can get $3 domestic drafts from 5-7 p.m., available at the Inline Electric Rock Porch and Bandito’s in the Bill Penney Plaza.
• Gates open at 5 p.m. Trustmark VIP Gates open at 4:30 p.m. First pitch is 6:35 p.m.

Friday 

• “Friends” Night: The Trash Pandas will be wearing special themed jerseys to celebrate the iconic TV show. (Click Here to see Friends Jersey) The jerseys will be auctioned off following the contest to benefit the Trash Pandas Foundation and Miracle League of North Alabama. Text ‘tpfriends’ to 76278 or visit tpfriends.givesmart.com. The auction will go live at 4 p.m. and close at the end of the seventh inning with bids starting at $75 and will go up in $25 increments.
• Friday Night Fireworks: Stick around after the game for a fireworks show that will light up the night, presented by COLSA.
• Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Trustmark VIP Gates open at 5 p.m. First pitch is 6:35 p.m.

Saturday

• Saturday Night Fireworks: The post-game firework show is sponsored by Booz Allen Hamilton.
• Shoe Drive I: The Trash Pandas are partnering with Tyler Mann Injury Law in a shoe donation for those in need. For each item donated, fans will receive a raffle ticket for the chance to win Trash Pandas Memorabilia.
• Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Trustmark VIP Gates open at 4:30 p.m. First pitch is 6:35 p.m.

Sunday

• Bluey Appearance: Kids will have the chance to meet and greet Bluey at the ballpark.
• Kids Run the Bases: All kids are invited to run the bases after the game, presented by Listerhill Credit Union.
• Shoe Drive II: The Trash Pandas are partnering with Tyler Mann Injury Law in a shoe donation for those in need. For each item donated, fans will receive a raffle ticket for the chance to win a Trash Pandas autographed baseball.
• Gates open at 3 p.m. Trustmark VIP Gates open at 2:30 p.m. First pitch is 4:05 p.m.