The Minnesota Twins return to Target Field today for their 12th and penultimate homestand of the season, a seven-game stay against a National League foe and an American League Central division rival. First, the Twins will welcome the San Diego Padres to Target Field for the first time since 2023 for three games from tonight (Friday, August 29) through Sunday, August 31. Then, AL Central rival the Chicago White Sox come to town for a four-game set from Labor Day (Monday, September 1) to Thursday, September 4.
TICKETS AVAILABLE
Single-game and group tickets for the Twins’ 2025 regular season home schedule at Target Field, along with MyTwins Membership packages, are available via twins.com, by calling 612-33-TWINS or 1-800-33-TWINS, or in-person at the Target Field Ticket Office.
VALUE MENU CONCESSION STANDS EXPANDED
The Twins recently added a fourth Value Menu concession stand. All items at Value Menu concession stands – now located at Sections 120, 133, 311 and 323 – are priced under $6: hot dog ($3.99), soft pretzel ($4.49), popcorn ($3.49), peanuts ($2.99), fountain soda ($2.49), Bud/Bud Light can ($5.99), bottled water ($3.99) and ice cream ($3.49).
ADJUST YOUR BUNNY EARS
First pitch of the Sunday, August 31 series finale against the San Diego Padres will be at 12:05 p.m. because the game will be streamed live and free on The Roku Channel, as part of Major League Baseball’s Sunday Leadoff package. Additionally, the Tuesday, September 2 game vs. the Chicago White Sox will be available via over-the-air television on FOX 9 and select Gray Media affiliates, along with Twins.TV cable and satellite providers and direct-to-consumer streaming platform.
SPECIAL EVENTS, THEME NIGHTS, GROUP EVENTS AND ‘WEEKEND WINDUP’, OH MY!
This homestand features several theme nights, gate giveaways, group events and special events, including:
• Postgame Fireworks (Friday, August 29 vs. San Diego)
• Nickelodeon / SpongeBob SquarePants Night (Friday, August 29 vs. San Diego – SOLD OUT)
• Joe Mauer Replica Statue Gate Giveaway presented by Delta Air Lines (Saturday, August 30 vs. San Diego)
• 612 Saturday presented by Carbliss (Saturday, August 30 vs. San Diego)
• Kids “Squishie” Pillow Gate Giveaway presented by U.S. Bank (Sunday, August 31 vs. San Diego)
• Pokémon GO Day (Sunday, August 31 vs. San Diego)
• Bark at the Park #2 (Tuesday, September 2 vs. Chicago-AL)
• University of Minnesota Night (Thursday, September 4 vs. Chicago-AL)
• Wine, Women & Baseball #4 presented by Dark Horse (Thursday, September 4 vs. Chicago-AL – SOLD OUT)
SELECT FIRST PITCHES AND PREGAME RECOGNITIONS
This homestand features several ceremonial first pitches and pregame recognitions, including:
• A moment of silence to mourn and recognize the victims of Wednesday’s tragic mass shooting at Annunciation Church and School in south Minneapolis (Friday, August 29 vs. San Diego)
• SpongeBob SquarePants ceremonial first pitch (Friday, August 29 vs. San Diego)
• The Studbudz – Minnesota Lynx stars Courtney Williams and Natisha Hiedeman – ceremonial first pitches (Sunday, August 31 vs. San Diego)
• Mary Taris of Strive Bookstore, Demi Glover of Creativa Demi LLC and Tomme Beevas of Pimento Kitchen pregame recognition and ceremonial first pitches; all three are being recognized as Twins Game Changers in partnership with Thrivent (Sunday, August 31 vs. San Diego)
• University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Men’s Cross Country team 2024 NCAA Division III national title pregame recognition and ceremonial first pitch (Monday, September 1 vs. Chicago-AL)
• 2025 Minnesota 11U Little League champions Coon Rapids-Andover Little League 11U pregame recognition (Monday, September 1 vs. Chicago-AL)
• Blue Buffalo and 10 adoptable dogs from The Bond Between pregame recognition in honor of Bark at the Park (Tuesday, September 2 vs. Chicago)
• Twins 14U girls baseball team pregame recognition (Thursday, September 4 vs. Chicago-AL)
“Weekend Windup”
Fans can enjoy the final summer “Weekend Windup” at Target Field during this weekend’s series vs. San Diego.
• Fridays: Kick off the weekend with entertainment at the ballpark! This Friday’s game features sold-out SpongeBob SquarePants Night and a postgame fireworks show.
• 612 Saturdays presented by Carbliss: Pregame food and beverage deals and premium giveaways! Beginning when gates open through first pitch, it’s a party on the Gate 34 lawn with $6 drinks (draft beer and Carbliss drinks), $1 snacks (popcorn, chips and more) and $2 food specials (hot dogs, peanuts and candy). Also, the first 10,000 fans through the Target Field gates on Saturday will receive a Joe Mauer Replica Statue presented by Delta Air Lines.
• Sunday Kids Day presented by Target: Special activities and discounts for our youngest fans! The Gate 34 lawn area turns into “Bullseye’s Backyard” with interactive games and activities. Also, every Sunday, kids meals are just $4 thanks to U.S. Bank. Lastly, all kids 12-and-under can run the bases after every Sunday home game! This Sunday, the first 5,000 kids 12 and under will receive a Kids “Squishie” Pillow presented by U.S. Bank.
A rundown of the Twins’ 12th homestand of the 2025 season, including theme nights, group events and ticket deals, follows:
TWINS VS. SAN DIEGO PADRES: FRIDAY, AUGUST 29 – SUNDAY, AUGUST 31 (3 GAMES)
Friday, August 29 vs. San Diego Padres (7:10 p.m.; gates open at 5:00 p.m.)
• Moment of Silence: Prior to tonight’s game, the Twins will hold a moment of silence for the victims of Wednesday’s tragic mass shooting at Annunciation Church and School in south Minneapolis.
• City Connect Night: The Twins will wear their Nike City Connect uniforms tonight against San Diego.
• Nickelodeon / SpongeBob SquarePants Night: Bikini Bottom comes to Target Field for Nickelodeon / SpongeBob SquarePants Night! Fans who purchased this sold-out theme night package will receive a ticket to the game plus an exclusive co-branded Twins SpongeBob jersey. The fun-filled night also includes a ceremonial first pitch by SpongeBob himself, as well as fan photo opportunities throughout the game.
• Postgame Fireworks: Following the game, fans can stick around for the Twins’ final postgame fireworks show of the season, set to hits from the year 1999 – when “SpongeBob SquarePants” debuted on TV.
Saturday, August 30 vs. San Diego Padres presented by Delta Air Lines (6:10 p.m.; gates open at 4:00 p.m.)
• 612 Saturday presented by Carbliss: From the time gates open through first pitch, fans can enjoy $6 drinks (draft beer and Carbliss drinks), $1 snacks (popcorn, chips and more) and $2 food specials (hot dogs, peanuts and candy).
• Gate Giveaway – Joe Mauer Replica Statue: The first 10,000 fans through the Target Field gates on Saturday will receive a Joe Mauer Replica Statue presented by Delta Air Lines.
Sunday, August 31 vs. San Diego Padres presented by U.S. Bank (12:05 p.m.; gates open at 10:00 a.m.)
• StudBudz Ceremonial First Pitches: Ceremonial first pitches will be thrown out by the StudBudz – the pink-haired duo of Courtney Williams and Natisha Hiedeman of the Minnesota Lynx.
• Game Changers Recognition: On the field prior to the game, the Twins, in partnership with Thrivent, will recognize this year’s members of the Twins Game Changers Program, which highlights small local businesses that are making a big difference in their communities, and celebrates their stories of leadership and purpose. The three people and businesses that will be recognized are: Mary Taris of Strive Bookstore, Demi Glover of Creativa Demi LLC and Tomme Beevas of Pimento Kitchen.
• Pokémon GO Day: Catch ‘em all at Target Field on Pokémon GO Day! Join other trainers for a one-of-a-kind experience featuring six different locations around Target Field, all available once gates open.
• Gate Giveaway – Kids “Squishie” Pillow: The first 5,000 kids ages 12 and under through the Target Field gates on Sunday will receive a Kids “Squishie” Pillow presented by U.S. Bank.
• Kids Day presented by Target: Every Sunday home game at Target Field is Kids Day presented by Target!
o Thanks to U.S. Bank, kids’ meals are half price – just $4 – at select concession stands.
o Families can check out Bullseye’s Backyard, featuring fun activities on the Gate 34 lawn!
o Postgame, kids 12-and-under can run the bases.
TWINS VS. CHICAGO WHITE SOX: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 – THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 (4 GAMES)
Monday, September 1 vs. Chicago White Sox (1:10 p.m.; gates open at 11:00 a.m.)
• UW La Crosse Men’s Cross Country National Championship Recognition: Prior to Monday’s game against the White Sox, the Twins will recognize the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Men’s Cross Country team for winning the 2024 NCAA Division III national title. The team will also throw out a ceremonial first pitch.
• Little League Recognition: The Twins will also recognize Coon Rapids-Andover Little League 11U, the 2025 Minnesota 11U Little League champions, on the field prior to Monday’s game.
Tuesday, September 2 vs. Chicago White Sox (6:40 p.m.; gates open at 5:30 p.m.)
• Bark at the Park #2: Spend an evening with Twins baseball and your canine friends at the second Twins’ Bark at the Park nights of 2025 on Tuesday vs. the White Sox! Fans who purchase this theme night package will receive a ticket to the game for both a human and a dog, as well as an exclusive Twins Portable Dog Food and Water Canteen. A portion of the proceeds from each ticket sold will be donated to local nonprofit Ruff Start Rescue. The night includes pregame recognition of Blue Buffalo and 10 adoptable dogs from The Bond Between.
Wednesday, September 3 vs. Chicago White Sox (6:40 p.m.; gates open at 5:30 p.m.)
• Daily Ticket Deals: Fans can take advantage of the below daily ticket specials: TickPick Family Section, All-Inclusive Legends Landing, Student Discount, Military Discount presented by Evolv Technology and Treasure Island Resort & Casino Senior Days.
Thursday, September 4 vs. Chicago White Sox (6:40 p.m.; gates open at 5:30 p.m.)
• University of Minnesota Night: Calling all Golden Gophers! All those associated with the University of Minnesota are welcome at U of M Night at Target Field! This group event package includes a ticket to the game plus an exclusive co-themed U of M “Twin Cities” jersey. A portion of the proceeds from each ticket purchased will support the University of Minnesota Alumni Association. The night includes a ceremonial first pitch.
• 14U Girls Team Recognition: On the field prior to Thursday’s series and homestand finale, the Twins will recognize the club’s 14U girls baseball team, which came in second place in its age group at Baseball For All Nationals – the largest girls baseball tournament in the world – in July. The Twins also made history as the first MLB team to field its own girls team for a tournament like BFA Nationals and the team’s all-female coaching staff was a first in the 10-year history of the tournament.
• Wine, Women & Baseball #4 presented by Dark Horse (SOLD OUT): Fans who purchased this sold-out theme night package will receive a ticket to the game plus an exclusive Twins rubber tote bag and a pregame hospitality event at Keeper’s Heart Town Ball Tavern.
DAILY TICKET SPECIALS AND IN-BALLPARK ACTIVATIONS
Fans can find their ticket to savings throughout homestand with these Twins Daily Ticket Specials and Ballpark Activations:
• TickPick Family Section (Every game): Tickets in the alcohol-free family section include a FREE hot dog and Pepsi. Hot dog and soda available at the Mill City Grill by section 318.
• All-Inclusive Legends Landing (Every game): Limitless ballpark food and drink favorites, plus a great view of the diamond and Minneapolis skyline with a ticket in Sections S-V.
• Student Discount (Monday-Thursday): Ballpark Access tickets are just $5 for students—available through mobile delivery! Plus, students can download a free Metro Transit ride pass. Limit one ticket per student with valid ID.
• Military Discount presented by Evolv Technology (Monday-Thursday): Active military members or veterans with a valid ID plus up to three guests receive half-price Diamond Box High or Upper Deck tickets every Monday through Thursday game. Available at GovX.com or day of game at Target Field.
• Treasure Island Resort & Casino Senior Days (Weekday Day Games): Fans 55 and better receive a $5 discount on Field Box, The Cove and Left Field Bleacher tickets. Offer available by phone and in-person only. Tickets subject to availability.
• Dollar Dog presented by Sheboygan Sausage Company (Tuesdays): Every Tuesday, hot dogs are just $1 at the Hennepin Grille and Taste of Twins Territory concession stands.
• Kids Day presented by Target (Sundays): Every Sunday, kids are welcome to live out some big-league dreams by running the bases postgame; PLUS, U.S. Bank Kids Meals are half off – just $4!
(info courtesy of Twins)
