Tri‑City ValleyCats fans in the Capital Region have a reason to celebrate. To mark the team’s 25th‑year milestone, the organization announced a full slate of 15 post‑game fireworks nights for the 2027 season at Joseph L. Bruno Stadium in Troy, NY.
Fireworks schedule
The fireworks program kicks off on Opening Day, Friday, May 7, and runs through the summer, including back‑to‑back displays on July 3 and July 4 for Independence Day. The final fireworks show will close the regular season at home on Sunday, Sept. 5.
Specific dates are:
- May: Friday, May 7; Saturday, May 22
- June: Friday, June 4; Saturday, June 12; Thursday, June 17
- July: Saturday, July 3; Sunday, July 4; Thursday, July 8; Saturday, July 17; Thursday, July 29
- August: Tuesday, Aug. 10; Friday, Aug. 13; Sunday, Aug. 15; Thursday, Aug. 26
- September: Sunday, Sept. 5
Additional season highlights
Beyond fireworks, the ValleyCats announced several special game times and events. Unless noted otherwise, Tuesday‑through‑Saturday home games will start at 6:30 p.m., with Sunday games at 5 p.m. The July 4 contest will feature an early 6 p.m. start.
Education Day games for families will be held at 10 a.m. on May 12, May 13, June 2 and June 3. The annual Camp Day is set for Wednesday, July 28, with an 11 a.m. kickoff.
Team President and Principal Owner Rick Murphy said, “Fireworks nights have become a special tradition for ValleyCats fans and families across the Capital Region. We’re excited to offer so many opportunities to not only enjoy a great night of baseball, but a spectacular fireworks show at The Joe. We look forward to welcoming everyone back to the ballpark for a memorable summer and milestone, 25th anniversary season.”
Ticket sales for individual games will begin in March, while season ticket plans and group outings are already available. Fans can find full details and purchase options at TCValleyCats.com.
Original reporting: CBS 6 WRGB Albany (local) — read the source article.
