2023 Promotional Schedule
| Date | Promotion | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Friday Home Games |  | Shawn & Ed Brewing Co. Beer Batter (Every Friday Home Game). Before every Friday home game, we spin a large wheel featuring the jersey numbers of our opponents. The player whose number is selected becomes the designated Beer Batter for the duration of the game. If the Beer Batter strikes out, there is a beer happy hour at our concession stand for the remainder of the inning. | |
Sunday Home Games |  | Families on the Field (Every Sunday Home Game) Families on the Field, you can enjoy good moments when you bring your flock down to the field at the end of the game and meet your favourite Cardinals players. Don't forget to snap some pictures. | |
Sunday Home Games |  | Weenie of the Game (Every Sunday Home Game). Before every Sunday home game, we spin a large wheel featuring the jersey numbers of our opponents. The player whose number is selected becomes the designated Weenie of the Game for the duration of the game. If the Weenie strikes out, hot dogs are 50% off for that inning. | |
Every Home Game |  | Free Carwash Giveaway for the Dirtiest Car in the Lot. Is your vehicle covered in dust, mud, and the signs of countless adventures? It might just earn you a FREE car wash! Drive your grime-coated gem to our lot, and you could be the lucky winner of a complimentary, thorough clean-up by Rainbow Car Wash. Giveaway every home game! | |
Every Home Game |  | McPhail Tire Race. During every Cardinals home game, we have the McPhail Tire Race! | |
Every Home Game |  | Swiss Chalet Kids Run The Bases. Kids get to run the bases every home game thanks to Swiss Chalet! | |
Every Home Game |  | Strikeout Hunger. For every strikeout by a Cardinals pitcher, Little Caesars will donate $3 to Mission Services and their efforts towards fighting hunger in our community. | |
Tues May 6, 11:00 am |  | Hamilton Cardinals 2025 HWCDSB School Day Game Our School Day Game is an IBL exhibition game between the Hamilton Cardinals and the London Majors on Tuesday May 6th 2025 at 11:00 am. The game will take place at historic Bernie Arbour Memorial Stadium, located at 1100 Mohawk Road E on Hamilton Mountain. The game will be played in 7 innings and is expected to have a duration of 2 hours and will be broadcast live on Cable 14. | Bring Your School |
Wed May 7, 11:00 am |  | Hamilton Cardinals 2025 HWDSB School Day Game Our School Day Game is an IBL exhibition game between the Hamilton Cardinals and the Welland Jackfish on Wednesday, May 7th, 2025, at 11:00 am. The game will take place at historic Bernie Arbour Memorial Stadium, located at 1100 Mohawk Road E on Hamilton Mountain. The game will be played in 7 innings and is expected to have a duration of 2.5 hours. | Bring Your School |
| Fri May 16, 7:35 pm |  | 2025 Home Opener presented by LifeLabs Hamilton Cardinals vs. Brantford Red Sox – 7:35 PM First Pitch! Gates open at 6:30 PM—don’t miss your chance to see the new-look Cardinals in action! MLB legend Fernando Rodney is set to make his IBL debut out of the bullpen and Johnathan Solazzo plays his first game back as a Hamilton Cardinal! | Buy Tickets |
| Sun May 18, 2:05 pm |  | Birds of a Feather Hamilton Cardinals vs. Welland Jackfish – 2:05 PM First Pitch! Gates open at 1:00 PM—join us for a special afternoon celebrating the long story history of our franchise. Don’t miss this heartfelt ceremony and an exciting day of Cardinals baseball! | Buy Tickets |
| Fri May 23, 7:35 pm |  | Swing and Sing Musical Night Hamilton Cardinals vs. Chatham-Kent Barnstormers – 7:35 PM First Pitch! Gates open at 6:30 PM—get ready for a night of baseball and great tunes! It’s Swing and Sing Musical Night at the ballpark, where the action on the field meets the magic of music. Enjoy a game filled with excitement, special musical moments, and a lively atmosphere you won’t want to miss! | Buy Tickets |
Fri May 30, 7:35 pm |  | Bark in the Park Hamilton Cardinals vs. Barrie Baycats – 7:35 PM First Pitch! Gates open at 6:30 PM—bring your pup and enjoy a tail-wagging good time at the ballpark! It’s Bark in the Park Night, where fans and their furry friends can cheer on the Cardinals together. Don’t miss this paw-some evening of baseball, barks, and fun! | Buy Tickets |
| Sun Jun 1, 2:05 pm |  | Mascot Mash Hamilton Cardinals vs Guelph Royals – 2:05 PM First Pitch! Gates open at 1:00 PM—get ready for a wild afternoon of fun and mascot mayhem! It’s Mascot Mash, where larger-than-life characters take over the ballpark for a day of laughs, excitement, and baseball! Don’t miss the chance to see your favourite mascots in action alongside the Cardinals for a game full of energy and entertainment! | Buy Tickets |
| Fri Jun 6, 7:35 pm |  | Cardinals in the Cosmos Hamilton Cardinals vs. Kitchener Panthers – 7:35 PM First Pitch! Gates open at 6:30 PM—get ready for a night of cosmic fun! It’s Cardinals in the Cosmos, where baseball meets the stars for a night of space-themed excitement. Don’t miss this out-of-this-world game as the Cardinals take the field under the lights for an evening filled with stellar entertainment and high-energy action! | Buy Tickets |
| Fri Jun 13, 7:35 pm |  | Cogeco presents: Friday Father's NIght Hamilton Cardinals vs. Toronto Maple Leafs – 7:35 PM First Pitch! Gates open at 6:30 PM—celebrate dad with a night at the ballpark! It’s Friday Fathers Night, where we honour all the amazing dads with a fun-filled evening of baseball, family, and unforgettable memories. Don’t miss this special night as the Cardinals take the field for high-energy action under the lights! | Buy Tickets |
| Fri Jun 20, 7:35 pm |  | Heroes in the Nest Hamilton Cardinals vs. Kitchener Panthers – 7:35 PM First Pitch! Gates open at 6:30 PM—join us as we honour those who serve! It’s Heroes in the Nest, a special night dedicated to recognising the brave military members and first responders who protect and serve our communities. Don’t miss this heartfelt evening as we salute our heroes and cheer on the Cardinals under the lights for an action-packed game! | Buy Tickets |
| Sun Jun 22, 2:05 pm |  | 92.9 The Grand presents: Birds of the Past - Retro Day Hamilton Cardinals vs. Toronto Maple Leafs – 2:05 PM First Pitch! Gates open at 1:00 PM—celebrating Cardinals history with a throwback twist! It’s Birds of the Past: Retro Day, where we honour the legends who built the franchise while bringing back the classic vibes of baseball’s golden days. Don’t miss this nostalgic afternoon of baseball, memories, and Cardinals history in the making!Children aged 10 and under do not require a ticket, but Cardinals staff must be informed of their age upon entry. | Buy Tickets |
| Fri Jun 27, 7:35 pm |  | Game Show Night Hamilton Cardinals vs. Welland Jackfish – 7:35 PM First Pitch! Gates open at 6:30 PM—get ready to play and win big! It’s Game Show Night, where the thrill of baseball meets the excitement of classic game shows! Expect fun challenges, interactive contests, and a night full of surprises as the Cardinals take the field. Don’t miss this action-packed evening of baseball and entertainment! | Buy Tickets |
| Sun Jun 29, 2:05 pm |  | O Canada, O Cardinals! Hamilton Cardinals vs. Barrie Baycats – 2:05 PM First Pitch! Gates open at 1:00 PM—celebrate baseball, Canada, and the Cardinals! It’s O Canada, O Cardinals!, a special afternoon honouring our national pride and passion for the game. Join us for a day filled with patriotic spirit, thrilling baseball, and unforgettable moments at the ballpark! | Buy Tickets |
| Fri Jul 4, 7:35 pm |  | Alpha-1 Wrestling Night Hamilton Cardinals vs. Brantford Red Sox – 7:35 PM First Pitch! Gates open at 6:30 PM—get ready for a night of baseball and hard-hitting action! It’s Alpha-1 Wrestling Night, where the intensity of the ring meets the excitement of the ballpark. Don’t miss this epic evening as the Cardinals take the field and we bring the energy of pro wrestling to Bernie Arbour Stadium! | Buy Tickets |
| Sun Jul 6, 2:05 pm |  | Birds on the Beach Hamilton Cardinals vs. London Majors – 2:05 PM First Pitch! Gates open at 1:00 PM—get ready for a beach day at the ballpark! It’s Birds on the Beach, where the summer vibes are high, and the baseball action is even hotter! Grab your sunglasses, soak up the sun, and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of Cardinals baseball with a tropical twist! | Buy Tickets |
Fri Jul 11, 7:35 pm |  | Cardinal Carnival Night Hamilton Cardinals vs. Chatham-Kent Barnstormers – 7:35 PM First Pitch! | Buy Tickets |
| Thu Jul 17, 7:35pm |  | Fernando Rodney's Cap Tilt Classic Hamilton Cardinals vs. London Majors – 7:35 PM First Pitch! Gates open at 6:30 PM—get ready for a legendary night at the ballpark! It’s the Fernando Rodney Cap Tilt Classic, celebrating the iconic career of MLB All-Star Fernando Rodney! Watch as the Cardinals take the field for a high-energy showdown, honouring one of baseball’s greats with a night full of excitement and unforgettable moments. Don’t miss this must-see game! | Buy Tickets |
Sat Jul 19, 2:00 pm |  | Cardinals Charity Classic - Celebrity Softball Game As part of the All-Star weekend, the Cardinals Charity Classic will take place on Saturday, July 19th at 2:00 PM. This celebrity softball matchup will be held in partnership with the Canadian National Autism Foundation (CNAF) in support of autism acceptance and inclusion. All ticket proceeds from the game will be donated to the Canadian National Autism Foundation.occur | Buy Tickets |
| Sun Jul 20, 5:00 pm |  | Experience the Best of the IBL in Hamilton! Join us at Bernie Arbour Stadium on Sunday, July 20, 2025, as the Hamilton Cardinals host the IBL All-Star Game & Home Run Derby, bringing Canada’s top baseball talent to the hammer! The excitement begins at 5:00 PM with the IBL Home Run Derby, where the league’s premier power hitters will compete for the crown, following in the footsteps of 2024 champion Tyler Duncan. After the Derby, the IBL All-Star Game takes center stage, featuring the league’s best players in a high-level matchup, promising an evening of top-tier competition. | Buy Tickets |
| Fri Jul 25, 7:35 pm |  | KX 94.7 Country Night at the Ballpark Hamilton Cardinals vs. Barrie Baycats – 7:35 PM First Pitch! Gates open at 6:30 PM—grab your boots and get ready for a night of baseball and country tunes! It’s Country Night, presented by KX 94.7, where the ballpark meets the barn dance! Enjoy a high-energy night of Cardinals baseball, country music vibes, and a game-day atmosphere that’s as electric as a summer rodeo. Don’t miss this boot-stompin’ good time! | Buy Tickets |
| Sun Jul 27, 2:05 pm |  | Carmen's Group presents: Christmas in July Hamilton Cardinals vs. Welland Jackfish – 2:05 PM First Pitch! Gates open at 1:00 PM—celebrate the holiday spirit in the heart of summer! It’s Christmas in July, where the ballpark transforms into a winter wonderland with festive fun and exciting baseball. Enjoy a special afternoon of seasonal cheer, surprises, and Cardinals action on the field. Don’t miss this midseason celebration filled with holiday magic and great baseball. | Buy Tickets |
| Fri Aug 1, 7:35 pm |  | Steel City Inclusive Softball Association presents: Baseball For All Hamilton Cardinals vs Guelph Royals – 7:35 PM First Pitch! Gates open at 6:30 PM—celebrate the game that brings us all together! It’s Baseball for All Night, a special evening dedicated to inclusivity, diversity, and the love of the game. Join us as we recognize that baseball is for everyone, with a night full of community, celebration, and exciting Cardinals action on the field. | Buy Tickets |
| Fri Aug 8, 7:35 pm |  | The Cardinal Crime Scene: A Live-Action Mystery Game Hamilton Cardinals vs Chatham-Kent Barnstormers – 7:35 PM First Pitch! Gates open at 6:30 PM—put your detective skills to the test at the ballpark! It’s Cardinals Crime Scene: A Live-Action Mystery Night, where the game isn’t the only thing on the line. Join us for a thrilling evening of suspense, clues, and interactive fun, all while cheering on the Cardinals in an action-packed showdown. Can you crack the case before the final out? | Buy Tickets |
| Sun Aug 10, 2:05 pm |  | Birdfeeder Food Fest Hamilton Cardinals vs London Majors – 2:05 PM First Pitch! Gates open at 1:00 PM—bring your appetite for a day of baseball and big bites! It’s Birdfeeder Food Fest, where the ballpark turns into a battleground for epic eating contests and delicious game-day treats. Come hungry, enjoy the competition, and catch all the action as the Cardinals take the field for an exciting afternoon of baseball. | Buy Tickets |
| Fri Aug 15, 7:35 pm |  | For the Flock: Fan Appreciation Night Hamilton Cardinals vs Guelph Royals – 7:35 PM First Pitch! Gates open at 6:30 PM—this one’s for the fans! It’s For the Flock: Fan Appreciation Night, the final regular season game and a celebration of the incredible support from our Cardinals faithful. Join us for a special evening filled with giveaways, surprises, and exciting baseball as we thank you, the best fans in the league, for an unforgettable season. | Buy Tickets |