The Arizona Diamondbacks are set to start the 2025 season with a series of games against the Chicago Cubs at Phoenix's Chase Field. According to a news release obtained by ABC15, the action kicks off on March 27, at 7:10 p.m., with an opening day giveaway of a rally towel courtesy of Arizona Complete Health for the first 20,000 fans. A pregame ceremony is scheduled to start at 6:30 p.m., where the D-backs will honor the Big 12 Champion ASU Football Team, with various team members including Head Coach Kenny Dillingham making an appearance for the ceremonial first pitch.
Following the opening game, the schedule features games with ticket prices starting at $38 and includes a postgame fireworks display on Friday and other promotional giveaways through the weekend. With Chase Field's clear bag policy in effect, fans should be mindful of the size restrictions for any bags they bring and can check the team's website for more details on permitted and prohibited items. Reserved parking is available and recommended for those looking to save time before the game. The full list of the season's promotions, giveaways, and special events can be found on the team's official website.
This event continues a storied tradition for the Diamondbacks, which has included memorable opening day moments at what was then known as Bank One Ballpark. The Arizona Diamondbacks opening day games in the previous years have been marked with ceremonial first pitches, seen in the photo gallery compiled by AZ Central, including the Phoenix Suns Gorilla delivering the baseball from the roof in 1999. Fans have been cheering the team on since a fireworks show in 1998, a marker of community spirit and baseball fever in Phoenix.
