Baseball season is just around the corner. That means the Northwest Arkansas Naturals are gearing up for another exciting year at Springdale’s Arvest Ballpark. From thrilling events to new faces on the field, there’s a lot to look forward to in 2025. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or looking for a family-friendly night out, here’s what’s new this season.
Opening Night at Arvest Ballpark
Mark your calendars for opening night as the Naturals take on the Frisco RoughRiders, the Double-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers, on April 8 at 7:05 p.m. Arvest Ballpark will be buzzing with excitement, especially since attending fans will receive a wiffle ball set to commemorate the start of the season. However, supplies are limited, so make sure to get to the game early to secure your giveaway goodies.
The First Arvest Ballpark Classic
For the first time ever, Arvest Ballpark will host the Arvest Ballpark Classic on Tuesday, March 11, featuring a high school baseball showdown between the Springdale Bulldogs and the Rogers Heritage War Eagles. Tickets are available online and will be sold at the Arvest Ballpark Box Office starting Monday, March 3.
New Events and Giveaways
The Naturals are keeping fan-favorite traditions alive and introducing new themes to keep things fresh at the ballpark. Guests can still expect:
Buck-A-Brat Tuesdays
Every Tuesday home game, enjoy $1 brats.
Baseball Bingo Wednesdays
Grab a Bingo card and play along for a chance to win prizes.
Thirsty Thursday
Enjoy $2 16oz drafts, $2 bags of peanuts and $1 small Coca-Cola fountain drinks.
Bullpen Party & Fireworks Fridays
Start your weekend early with the Bullpen Party, featuring happy hour specials on alcoholic beverages at The Bullpen concession stand (first base side). Stick around after the game for a spectacular fireworks show.
Two brand-new theme nights are sure to become instant classics this season:
Peanuts Night
On Saturday, May 24 join the Naturals in celebrating the beloved comic strip and its iconic characters.
Harry Potter Night
On Saturday, August 2 wizards and muggles alike can enjoy a magical evening at the ballpark.
This season’s giveaways are also sure to be a hit, with limited-edition items available exclusively at Arvest Ballpark. Make sure to get your tickets for the following games so you can claim one of these giveaways:
Saturday, July 12
Poultry Derby ‘Hen’ Figurine
Saturday, August 2
Harry Potter Socks
Saturday, August 23
Bobby Witt Jr. Bobblehead
Stay tuned for additional giveaway announcements throughout the season!
New Faces On the Field
The Naturals welcome Brooks Conrad as their new field manager, becoming the eighth manager in franchise history. Chris Corbett, who is also joining the coaching staff, is stepping in as the assistant hitting coach. The 2025 roster remains mostly intact from years prior, as there’s just one new addition to get to know: outfielder Connor Scott.