Washington Nationals host Baltimore Orioles in next Beltway series, April 18-19

(Image credit: Baltimore Orioles)

After a seven-game road trip, the Washington Nationals have returned to D.C.  with a three-game set against the Cleveland Guardians, followed by two games against the Baltimore Orioles in the next Beltway Series. Single-game tickets for all Nationals home games are available now at nats.com/Tickets. 

Tuesday / Wednesday, April 18 & 19 Vs. Baltimore Orioles

Beltway Series:  The Nationals face their local rivals from the north for the first time this season, kicking off a two-game series.  Starting time for both games is 7:05 p.m.

University of Maryland Day

• The Nationals College Day Series continues with a celebration of the Maryland Terrapins.
• Fans who purchased a special ticket will receive an exclusive sold out co-branded quarter-zip pullover.
• Visit nats.com/Terps for more information.

Nationals Philanthropies 5050 Raffle

• The 5050 Raffle is available for all home games this season, offering fans the chance to win big cash prizes while supporting the community impact work of Nationals Philanthropies. New ticket prices and additional prizes give fans more ways to win.
• Online ticket sales will open three hours before first pitch, and tickets will also be available inside Nationals Park at the kiosks located by sections 108, 138, 243 and 312 or from roving sellers through the middle of the 7th inning.
• Tickets can be purchased using cash, credit and debit cards at the following price points: 5 for $10, 20 for $20, 100 for $40, and 300 for $100.
• Fans can also purchase Raffle tickets from their computers or mobile devices anywhere within the District. For more information and to purchase Raffle tickets online, visit nats4good.org/5050.

Cycle Reverse Vending Machines

• As part of its involvement in Anheuser-Busch’s National Recycling League, Nationals Park is the first Major League Baseball stadium with Cycle Reverse Vending Machines.
• Located near the Budweiser Brew House and next to the Budweiser Terrace, fans can win rewards in exchange for recycling their empty beverage containers at these machines.
• Fans insert empty beverage containers at the machines and scan a QR code to receive a unique transaction ID. After entering information in the web app, users will find out instantly if they have won along with instructions on how to redeem their prize.
• A grand prize is given out every game, and the top recycler each homestand receives a special gift.

Ticket Deals

The Nationals offer popular special ticket offers to help fans save on their next trip to Nationals Park. The offers include:

• GovX – Active-duty, reserve, veteran and retired military personnel, first responders, public school teachers and government employees can save up to 30% off tickets and get a $5-15 concession credit. Visit nats.com/GovX to learn more.
• Harris Teeter Family Fun Pack – Fans can get a FREE MEAL with the Harris Teeter Family Fun Pack to any regular season home game – tickets start at just $20! Visit nats.com/Family to learn more.
• Student Ticket Discounts – College fans can save up to 30% off tickets, with tickets prices starting at just $8 for nearly all regular season home games. Visit nats.com/Students to learn more.

Visit nats.com/Deals for information on all of the available ticket deals at Nationals Park.

Nationals Park Entry Policies And Procedures

Water Bottles

• Nationals Park allows clear, factory-sealed or empty plastic water bottles no larger than one liter. Metal and glass water bottles are not allowed, nor are frozen water bottles.
• Only one water bottle per person is permitted.
• Water bottle refill stations are available throughout the ballpark.

Bag Policy

• All bags larger than a clutch must be clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and may not be larger than 16 x 16 x 8 inches.
• Fans may bring a clutch (5” x 7” x ¾” or smaller) in addition to or instead of a clear bag.
• Fans with diaper or medical bags may use ADA/Family lanes at the Center Field and Home Plate gates to have their items inspected.
• Binbox is available for fans whose bags do not comply with ballpark regulations.
• To learn more about Nationals Park entry policies and procedures, please visit nats.com.

Getting To The Ballpark

Parking options for Nationals fans start at $20 and are available online at nats.com/Parking. Fans are encouraged to purchase parking in advance to ensure a space in their desired location.

Fans using Metro to travel to or from Nationals Park are encouraged to review the Metro schedule at wmata.com/Schedules.

Fans should also consider alternate forms of travel to and from the ballpark, including the D.C. Circulator from Union Station, biking to the ballpark, or the baseball boat from Alexandria. Visit nats.com/WayToGo for information on parking and transportation options to Nationals Park. To receive up-to-date WMATA service notifications on a mobile device, fans are encouraged to register for Alert DC at http://hsema.dc.gov/page/alertdc.

Fans traveling to the ballpark should be aware that there are construction projects underway in the surrounding area. To ensure safe crossings, please be mindful of signage and directions given by public safety officers.

Ballpark Safety

Nationals Park is a completely non-smoking and tobacco-free facility per District of Columbia law. There is no exception for electronic cigarettes or any other type of smoking device, or for smokeless tobacco or any other type of tobacco product.

MLB and the Nationals require that all people entering Nationals Park walk through a metal detector or be screened with handheld metal detectors to search for prohibited items. This includes a thorough inspection of all jackets, coats, packages, bags, purses, and any other containers brought to any of the Nationals Park entry gates.

For game tickets and more information, call (202) 675.NATS (6287) or visit nats.com/Tickets.

(Source: MLB.com)  /  (Nationals Park cover photo, Image credit: Washington Nationals)

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