Arkansas Travelers Promise Summer Fun With Theme Nights, Fireworks and Giveaways

The Arkansas Travelers are gearing up for the second half of the 2026 season with a lineup of returning fan favorites, new theme nights, giveaways and weekly promotions at CHI St. Vincent Field at Dickey-Stephens Park.

The festivities begin Friday, July 17, with Re-Opening Night, an Opening Day-style celebration marking the team’s return from the All-Star break and an extended road trip. Fans can expect new food offerings, special entertainment, postgame fireworks and other surprises to kick off the unofficial start of the season’s second half.

Among the most anticipated promotions is the return of Clunker Car Night on Saturday, Aug. 8. Presented by McLarty Auto Group, the promotion returns for the first time since 2021, with eight lucky fans having the chance to drive away in a vehicle at the end of the night.

Star Wars Night returns Saturday, July 18, featuring themed entertainment, specialty ticket packages and Darth Maul-inspired jerseys worn by the Travelers. The game-worn jerseys will be auctioned online after the game, and fans are encouraged to attend in costume.

The holiday spirit arrives early during Christmas in July, scheduled for July 24-25. Santa Claus will make an appearance Friday night for early Christmas photos, while Saturday features a special “Who Are You Taking Home for Christmas?” edition of the Travelers’ Singles Night series. Both evenings will conclude with a drone show presented by CHI St. Vincent.

Fans of classic gaming can look forward to Video Game Night on Friday, Aug. 7. Sonic the Hedgehog will make a special appearance, and the evening will include themed games and a postgame fireworks show featuring music inspired by popular video games.

Another new addition to the schedule is Harry Potter Night on Saturday, Aug. 22. Players will wear specialty jerseys, and the first 900 fans through the gates will receive a randomly selected Hogwarts House hat. Fans who purchase a specialty ticket package can choose their preferred house while supplies last.

The Travelers are also introducing $1.25 Night on Tuesday, Aug. 4, with select hot dogs, beer and soft drinks available for $1.25 in celebration of the club’s anniversary season.

Several giveaway nights are also planned throughout the remainder of the season. Children can enjoy free access to Otey’s Splash Pad during July thanks to First Security Bank, while Kid’s Takeover Day on July 19 will feature kid announcers, face painting and $2 general admission tickets for children ages 12 and younger.

Fans can also pick up an Otey Bobblehead on July 23, while Teacher Appreciation Night on Aug. 22 will offer discounted tickets for educators with a valid teacher ID. The season’s promotions conclude with Dog Days on Sept. 1-2, welcoming canine companions to the ballpark, and a Dick Allen Bobblehead Giveaway on Sept. 5, honoring the Travelers’ first Black player.

In addition to special event nights, the Travelers will continue several weekly promotions throughout the second half of the season.

Tuesday home games will feature Brews & Tunes in the Beer Garden with live music before first pitch, while Walkaholic Wednesdays debut July 22, encouraging fans to log steps around the ballpark for a chance to win prizes. On Sizzle Sunday on July 26, fans will receive a free ticket to a future game if the official first-pitch temperature reaches 100 degrees.

Returning weekly favorites include $3 Thursdays, offering discounted tickets and concession items, and Fireworks Fridays, featuring postgame fireworks after every Friday home game except July 24.

Single-game tickets, specialty ticket packages and a full promotional calendar are available through the Arkansas Travelers website.