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Dog-Friendly Baseball Games 2023

Dog-Friendly Baseball Games: Major League 2024

The crack of the bat, the cheer of the crowd, and the wag of a tail! Bark at the Park is back in the 2024 baseball season with 21 Major League Baseball teams throwing open their gates and inviting fans to bring their dogs to baseball games. Here are 21 teams hosting dog-friendly baseball games.

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Want to know if your favorite team is in on this dog-friendly roster? Check out each of the teams’ dog-friendly baseball games below, then share with your dog-loving friends, and let’s get ready for some tail-wagging fun at the ballpark with these special events!

For some Minor League fun, we’ve dug up this list of dog-friendly games around the U.S.

Be sure to bookmark both of these pages; we will update them regularly as teams announce the 2024 season’s Bark at the Park dates! Woof!

Your Dog Ticket to Dog Friendly Baseball Games 2024

1. Arizona Diamondbacks Bark at the Park

The Arizona Diamondbacks are letting the dogs out at Chase Field for their Bark at the Park game on April 16th against the Chicago Cubs. What’s more, a portion of each ticket sold will be donated to Joybound. Plus, each dog ticket will include a s“wag” bag and opportunity to be part of the annual puppy parade!

Location: Chase Field | Date: April 16, 2024 | View Website

For more dog-friendly places to sit, stay and play, visit CityDog Phoenix.

2. Atlanta Braves Bark at the Park

Unfortunately, we couldn’t dig up any dog-friendly Atlanta Braves games this season — but you’re still in luck! Minor League teams are coming to the plate for pooch lovers, with dog-friendly games, particularly the Rome Emperors with Double Dog Wednesday!

Introducing Double Dog Wednesday! The Rome Emperors invite you and your pup to the ball park to enjoy the game and specials on hot dogs! 

May 8 vs. Brooklyn Cyclones

June 19 vs. Greenville Drive

July 10 vs. Greenville Drive

July 31 vs. Bowling Green Hot Rods

August 14 vs. Asheville Tourists

August 28 vs. Greensboro Grasshoppers

Location: AdventHealth Stadium | Dates: See Above | Buy Tickets

For more dog-friendly places to sit, stay and play, visit CityDog Atlanta.

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3. Chicago White Sox Dog Day

The Chicago White Sox are hosting Dog Day at Guaranteed Rate Field on April 29, 2024 against the Minnestoa Twins. This is Major League Baseball at its best. This tail-wagging event invites fans and their furry friends to the ballpark, celebrating America’s pastime with a canine twist. From the adorable Pooch Parade to promoting pet adoption, it’s a day of barks, balls, and belly rubs.

Location: Guaranteed Rate Field | Date: April 29, 2024 | Buy Tickets

Find more details about Chicago White Sox Dog Day at citydogchicago.com.

4. Cincinnati Reds Bark in the Park

The Cincinnati Reds are giving their fans not one, but FOUR opportunities to bring their dogs to the Great American Ball Park! The Bark in the Park events are lined up for May 22 against the San Diego Padres, June 24 against the Pittsburgh Pirates, August 12 against the St. Louis Cardinals, and September 18 against the Atlanta Braves. There will also be dogs available for adoption from the SPCA Cincinnati Organization.

Location: Great American Ball Park

Dates: May 22, June 24, August 12 and September 18, 2024 | Buy Tickets

5. Detroit Tigers Bark in the Park

Dog-loving Tigers fans, listen up! You can bring your dog to Comerica Park for FOUR games this season. Special ticket package includes game ticket, exclusive Bark in the Park item and donation to Michigan Humane. Be there for first pitch with Bowser: here are the Bark in the Park dates and special items:

April 30 vs. St. Louis Cardinals: Reversible Bandana

May 14 vs. Miami Marlins: Tigers Dog Bag Holder

September 10 vs. Colorado Rockies: Tigers Dog Food Mat

September 25 vs. Tampa Bay Rays: Tigers Branded Rope Toy

Location: Comerica Park | 2024 Dates: See Above | Buy Tickets

Houston Astros Dog Day

6. Houston Astros Dog Day

Get ready, Houston Astros fans, because your favorite team is back with its much-loved annual Dog Day event at the iconic Minute Maid Park. This special event promises to be one of the most exciting occasions of the MLB season. The Astros will be taking on the Kansas Royals in a game that is expected to provide plenty of action, and for the first time this season, your furry friends will be able to cheer right alongside you. Bonus: the first 500 dogs to enter will receive a special Astros-themed dog item.

Location: Minute Maid Park | 2024 September 1, 2024 | Buy Tickets

For more details about Houston Astros Dog Day, visit CityDog Houston.

7. Kansas City Royals Bark at the Park

Kansas City Royals fans can bring their pups to enjoy a game at Kauffman Stadium on three occasions this season. The Bark at the Park events are on April 23 against the Toronto Blue Jays, May 21 against the Detroit Tigers, and September 3 against the Cleveland Guardians. Each special game ticket comes with a cool Royals doggie giveaway, and part of the proceeds from these events will be donated to local pet rescue organizations.

Location: Kauffman Stadium | Dates: April 23, May 21 and Sept. 3, 2004 | Buy Tickets

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8. Miami Marlins Bark at the Park

The Miami Marlins have a special treat for dog-loving baseball fans this season: five unique Bark at the Park nights. These special games are designed to let fans enjoy the thrill of a live Marlins game alongside their four-legged friends: March 30 against the Pittsburgh, Pirates, April 13 against the Atlanta Braves, April 27 against the Washington Nationals, May 11 against the Philadelphia Phillies, and May 18 against the New York Mets.

Location: LoanDepot Park

Dates: March 30, April 13, April 27, May 11 and May 18, 2024 | Buy Tickets

9. Milwaukee Brewers Bark at the Park

Bark at the Park is back! Bring your pup to American Family Field when you purchase a special Theme Night ticket. In addition to the ballgame, each ticket includes a donation to the Wisconsin Humane Society and a Brewers Beer Can Squeaky Toy to take home.

Location: American Family Field | Date: May 9, 2024 | View Website

10. New York Mets Bark at the Park

This season, New York Mets fans are in for a special treat as they’re granted not one, not two, but THREE opportunities to enjoy a Mets’ game with their beloved pooches at the iconic Citi Field.

Sit together with fellow dog lovers in designated Coca-Cola Corner seats. A portion of the dog ticket and of the human ticket will benefit North Shore Animal League America.

And, be sure to arrive early to the Bullpen Gate with your game tickets to participate in the Dog Parade (weather permitting). This gate opens two hours before game time. 

Here are The Mets’ dog-friendly MLB games for 2024: 

April 2 vs. Detroit Tigers

May 13 vs. Philadelphia Phillies

September 17 vs. Washington Nationals

Location: Citi Field| 2024 Dates Above | Buy Tickets

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11. Oakland Athletics Bark in the Park

Every Tuesday home game is a tail-wagging good time with the Oakland Athletics’ special Bark in the Park games. The 2024 season kicks things off on (TBA) against the (TBA). So, get ready for some paw-some baseball nights filled with cheers, fun, and a lot of wagging tails.

View more Oakland Athletics Bark in the Park details at CityDog San Francisco.

Location: Oakland Coliseum | 2024 Dates TBA | Buy Tickets

12. Philadelphia Phillies Bark at the Park

It’s time to treat your furry best friend to a fantastic day out because the Philadelphia Phillies are back with Bark at the Park on May 6, 2024 against the San Francisco Giants at Citizens Bank Park. The best part? Your dog gets to join in the excitement too! Bonus: the first 300 dogs will receive an exclusive Bark at the Park collapsible bowl, a fun souvenir to remember a paw-fect day out.

Location: Citizens Bank Park | May 6, 2024 | View Website

For more dog-friendly places to sit, stay and play, visit CityDog Philly.

13. Pittsburgh Pirates Pup Nights

Are you ready to share your baseball passion with your furry best friend? You’re in luck, because the Pittsburgh Pirates are huge dog lovers and they’re opening the gates to your four-legged friends for EVERY Tuesday home game in 2024. With so many opportunities, it would be absolutely barking mad not to grab a ticket!

Special Pre-Game Pup Parade on 4/23 and 9/24. More details to come!

April 23 vs. Milwaukee Brewers

May 7 vs. Los Angeles Angels

May 21 vs. San Francisco Giants

June 4 vs. Los Angeles Dodgers

June 18 vs. Cincinnati Reds

July 2 vs. St. Louis Cardinals

July 23 vs. St. Louis Cardinals

August 6 vs. San Diego Padres

August 27 vs. Chicago Cubs

September 10 vs. Miami Marlins

September 24 vs. Milwaukee Brewers

Location: PNC Park | 2024 Dates: See Above | Buy Tickets

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14. St. Louis Cardinals Purina Pooches in the Ballpark

Join the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium on Saturday, May 4, when they play the Chicago White Sox and host the 19th annual Purina Pooches in the Ballpark event. 25,000 fans ages 16 and older will receive a bobblehead of Adam Wainwright and his new pup Louie, courtesy of Purina.

Location: Busch Stadium | Date: May 4, 2024 | Buy Tickets

San Diego Padres Bark at the Park

15. San Diego Padres Bark at the Park

Playing in none other than Petco Park, it’s no surprise that the Padres have an exciting line-up of dog-friendly games scheduled for this season. True to its name, the first Bark at the Park event of the 2024 is April 3rd against the Saint Louis Cardinals. New for 2024, each human ticket purchased as part of Bark at the Park will include a donation to Petco Love.

Petco Love is a life-changing nonprofit organization that makes communities and pet families closer, stronger, and healthier. What could be better than a warm summer evening, a thrilling game of baseball, your best four-legged friend by your side, and supporting a great cause?

For more details about the San Diego Padres Bark at the Park, check out CityDog San Diego.

Location: Petco Park | April 3, April 30, July 9 and August 12, 2024 | Buy Tickets

San Francisco Giants Dog Days of Summer

16. San Francisco Giants Dog Days of Summer

The much-anticipated Dog Days of Summer event is back, making a triumphant return to Oracle Park on Saturday, April 27, 2024. This isn’t just any baseball game; the Giants are inviting fans to bring their four-legged friends when they play against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

In the spirit of this special day, each event ticket includes not only a ticket to the exciting game, but also a stylish Dog Days bandana for your pup to wear with pride! And if you needed another reason to join your fellow dog-loving Giants fans, part of the proceeds from each dog ticket goes to the San Francisco SPCA.

Location: Oracle Park | Date: April 27, 2024 | Buy Tickets

Get your doggo’s San Francisco Giants gear here!

For more dog-friendly places to sit, stay and play, visit CityDog San Francisco.

Seattle Mariners Bark at the Park

17. Seattle Mariners Bark at the Park

It doesn’t get much better than the Seattle Mariners Bark at the Park games – believe us, we’ve gone for two years in a row! This season, there are not one, but SIX unique opportunities for you to enjoy a game alongside your furry companions at the iconic T-Mobile Park.

You can enjoy the Mariners on April 29 against the Atlanta Braves, May 29 against the Houston Astros, June 10 against the Chicago White Sox, July 2 against the Baltimore Orioles, August 7 against the Detroit Tigers, and Thursday, September 12 against the Texas Rangers.

Each game commences at 6:40 PM, making it the perfect plan for a summer evening, culminating with walking the bases after the game!

The Seattle Mariners Bark dog friendly games tend to sell out, so be sure to fetch your tickets — it’s a grand slam for you, the home team, and your pup! For more details about Bark at the Park, click here.

But first, get your doggo’s Seattle Mariner’s gear here!

Location: T-Mobile Park

2024 Dates: Apr. 29, May 29, June 10, Jul. 2, Aug. 7 and Sept. 12 | Buy Tickets

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18. Tampa Bay Rays Dog Day at the Rays

Don’t miss Dog Day at the Rays at Tropicana Field on Sunday, April 14 when the Rays take on the San Francisco Giants. Fans can purchase a special Dog Day package that includes a Dog Day-themed gift and a seat in the Party Deck. Items will be available for pick up in the Party Deck through the 6th inning.

The deadline to purchase tickets is Thursday, April 11 at 11:59 p.m.

Location: Tropicana Field | Date: April 14, 2024 | Buy Tickets

19. Texas Rangers Bark at the Park

Globe Life Field is opening its doors to your four-legged buddies on August 16, 2024, as the Rangers take on the Los Angeles Angels. What better way to spend a sunny afternoon than sharing the thrill of a baseball game with your canine companion? Revel in the electrifying atmosphere of Globe Life Field, feel the energy of every pitch, and experience the joy of every home run – all in the company of your loyal pup!

Location: Globe Life Field | Date: August 16, 2024 | Buy Tickets

For more dog-friendly places to sit, stay and play, visit CityDog Dallas.

20. Washington Nationals Pups in the Park

Back by “pup-ular” demand, the Nationals are thrilled to welcome back our four-legged friends to Nationals Park for not one, not two, but SIX games this season! Mark your calendars for these 2024 dates: 

April 5 vs. Philadelphia Phillies

April 23 vs. Los Angeles Dodgers

June 3 vs. New York Mets

August 2 vs. Milwaukee Brewers

September 10 vs. Atlanta Braves

September 27 vs. Philadelphia Phillies

Even better, every single cent from your pup’s ticket will benefit the Humane Rescue Alliance in Washington, DC, supporting our furry friends in need. So, you’re not just getting a day of baseball with your best friend; you’re helping other dogs find their forever homes too! Imagine it: You, your dog, a bag of peanuts, the roar of the crowd, supporting a great cause, and the excitement of the game – it doesn’t get much better than that!

Location: Nationals Park | 2024 Dates: See Above | Buy Tickets

Colorado Rockies Bark at the Park

21. Colorado Rockies Bark at the Bark

The Colorado Rockies take on the (TBA) on (TBA). Dogs and owners alike can partake in all the fun and festivities with the purchase of this ticket package! The Bark at the Park package includes a ticket to watch the doggone game in the designated Dog Zone, a pregame parade around the Warning Track for you and your pup plus a goody bag with a Rockies dog bandana.  Your ticket purchase also includes a $3 donation to Animal Rescue Foundation per dog.

Location: Coors Field | 2024 Dates TBD | View Website

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Whether you’re a die-hard fan of baseball or just want to enjoy a day out with your dog, these Bark at the Park events are the perfect occasion for you and your furry friend.

With canine comfort in mind, first assess if your dog would do well in this type of environment: lots of other doggos, the roar of the crowd, the crack of the bat.

Also, be sure to check with your individual teams or stadiums for additional details, as some events may require proof of vaccination or have other requirements for dogs. Enjoy the season!

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Want more dog-friendly baseball? Check out these dog-friendly Minor League Baseball games (coming soon)!

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Brandie Ahlgren is founder and editor of CityDog Magazine. She, and her team of dog-loving editors, dig up the best places for you to sit, stay and play with your four-legged friends. Brandie, 12-year-old boxer Thya and Mexican foster failure Pancho, reside in West Seattle and can often be found hanging out at Westcrest Dog Park.

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