Trash Pandas plan a real blast for fans to celebrate the Fourth of July

MADISON – The Trash Pandas are home for just three games this week, but they are planning some real fireworks to celebrate the Fourth of July.

It will be a week-long Independence Day celebration as they host the Knoxville Smokies at Toyota Field Tuesday through Thursday, capped with an Independence Eve celebration.

And, while the team hits the road for the Fourth of July weekend, there will be plenty to do to celebrate the nation’s independence at the Fourth of July Festival and Fireworks on the Fourth.

This week’s lineup:

• Tuesday: First pitch, 6:35 p.m.; gates open, 5:30; Trustmark VIP gate opens, 5 p.m.
  Reeds Jewelers Ladies Night: Women in attendance can enter to win prizes all game long at the Sun Cruiser Guest Services booth behind Section 5. Additionally, canned wine will be available for $5 for all fans 21 and older.
• Wednesday: First pitch, 6:35 p.m.; gates open, 5:30; Trustmark VIP gate opens, 5 p.m.
  Tito’s Dog Days: Bring your dog and cheer on the Trash Pandas. Enjoy the game with your furry friend in Sections 1 and 2 or on the grass berm at Toyota Field. Dogs are not required to have a ticket, but a $1 donation per dog is required upon entry. All donations will benefit a local non-profit animal organization. All dogs are required to enter through the Pepsi Gate with a completed waiver and must remain on a leash throughout the game. Plus, all dogs will receive a free Pup Cup, which can be redeemed at Sweet Space.
• Thursday: First pitch, 6:05 p.m.; gates open, 5 p.m.; Trustmark VIP gate opens, 4:30 p.m.
  Independence Eve Celebration: Presented by SAIC, a patriotic fireworks extravaganza follows the game.
  Throwback Thursday: Enjoy $3 domestic draft beers available at the Rock Porch, Clyde Mays Clubhouse Bar, and SportsMED Stadium Club for fans 21 and older.
• Friday – Fourth of July Festival
  The festival will take place from 5:30-9 p.m., featuring a spectacular fireworks show to conclude the evening.
  The event will include live music, yard games, various activities for kids, and a diverse selection of food from the concession stands.
  Fans can watch the fireworks from the field, and kids can enjoy activities such as face painting, bounce houses on the infield, snow cones and cotton candy. Additionally, fans can catch the Trash Pandas’ road game against the Smokies on the video board.
  Parking will be free for everyone. Tickets for adults are $10, and kids 12 and under are free. The Wicks Family Foundation Box Office opens at 4 p.m., and the Junkyard Team Store opens at 5:30. Tickets are available HERE.

Single-game tickets for Trash Pandas games start at just $8 and can be purchased at TPTix.com. To book group outings, visit trashpandasgroups.com or call the group sales department at 256-325-1403, option 2; 20-game mini-plans are also available at tptix.com.