Banana Ball, the theatrical and fast-paced twist on traditional baseball, is set to take over Uptown Charlotte this week, with the Firefighters squaring off against the Texas Tailgaters for three nights at Truist Field, June 4–6. First pitch is listed for 7 p.m. each night, and the team's official calendar shows all three dates as sold out. For anyone still trying to get in, only a handful of premium areas remain, along with streaming options for those willing to watch from the couch.
How the ticket lottery worked and how much tickets cost
The Bananas distributed 2,026 tickets through an official lottery that closed last October, notifying winners on a rolling basis this spring. According to Banana Ball, standard small-venue tickets start at $35, while Backstage packages begin around $100 when purchased directly. The organization also warns that any tickets sold outside its FansFirst platform could be fraudulent.
Dates, teams and the sold-out status at Truist Field
The Firefighters are scheduled to face the Texas Tailgaters at Truist Field on June 4, 5 and 6, with 7 p.m. start times each night, and local reporting shows the Charlotte dates marked as sold out. As reported by The Charlotte Observer, Knights officials say a very limited number of premium areas and suites may still be available through the venue's sales office for fans determined to be inside the ballpark.
Where to watch if you can’t get inside
The official schedule lists the Charlotte games as streaming on the Firefighters' YouTube channel, so fans can still catch the show live without a ticket. The season is set to wrap up with the Banana Bowl championship this October, and industry coverage from Disney Food Blog reports that Disney+ will carry the final nationally. For specifics on streaming and game times, see the Banana Ball schedule.
Still want to go? Safe options and resale warnings
For anyone still trying to score in-person access, the Knights' premium-sales channels are the safest route. The Charlotte Observer notes the club can still sell a very limited number of suites or hospitality areas directly through the venue. Fans and local outlets also warn that tickets offered on social media or unauthorized reseller sites are often fake or wildly marked up. A recent ticket frenzy elsewhere led to a wave of complaints, and both the team and venue urge buyers to stick with verified transfer platforms or contact the ballpark directly rather than chase sketchy deals on Facebook or Instagram.
