2026 Promotional Schedule

Thunder games are more than baseball — they're community events.

Throughout the season we host special promotions, giveaways, and themed nights designed to make every game unique.

Promotional Nights

East Chicago Night

Thursday May 28 — 7:00 PM vs Beecher Muskies

All citizens of East Chicago receive free admission with valid I.D.

Hispanic Heritage Night

Friday May 29 — 6:00 PM vs Kenosha Kings

Family Sunday + Kids Night + Player Autographs

Sunday May 31 — 6:00 PM vs Chicago Warriors

Player Autographs

80's Night

Saturday June 6th — 6:00 PM vs Milwaukee Titans

Fans are encouraged to dress like the 1980's and enjoy the 80's music around the ballpark 

Family Sunday + Kids Night + Player Autographs

Sunday June 7th — 6:00 PM vs Northwest Indiana Cardinals

Player Autographs

Healthcare Workers Appreciation Night

Wednesday June 10th — 6:00 PM vs Palos Coyotes

All healthcare workers with valid I.D. receive free admission.

Faith & Family Night 

Saturday June 13th — 6:00 PM vs New Lenox Pumas

Family Sunday + Kids Night + Autographs

Saturday June 14th — 6:00 PM vs Chicago Aztecs

Military & First Responders Night

Wednesday June 17th — 7:00 PM vs Leon Beisbol

Amersistar Casino Night: Sponsored by Ameristar Casino

Saturday June 20th — 6:00 PM vs Palestine National

Fathers Day At The Ballpark + Kids Day

Sunday June 21st — 6:00 PM vs New Lenox Pumas

Youth Baseball & Softball Night

Tuesday June 23rd — 6:00 PM vs Lake County Corn Dogs

Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce Night

Saturday June 27th — 6:00 PM vs South Lake Iron Hawks

Family Sunday + Kids Night + Autographs

Saturday June 28th — 6:00 PM vs Chicago Aztecs

Christmas In July + Local Business Night 

Saturday July 11th — 6:00 PM vs Milwaukee Titans

Hot Dog Eating Contest Sponsored by Nathan's Hot Dogs + Family Sunday + Autographs 

Sunday July 12th — 2:00 PM vs Chicago Clout

Teacher Appreciation Night

Wednesday July 15th — 6:00 PM vs Kenosha Kings

Ameristar Casino Night: Sponsored by Ameristar Casino

Saturday July 18th — TBD vs Team Florida

Family Sunday + Kids Night + Autographs

Sunday July 19th — TBD vs Team Florida

Superheroes Night

Wednesday July 22nd — 7:00PM vs Leon Beisbol

Fan Appreciatation Day & Family Sunday + Kids Day

Sunday July 26th — 2:00PM vs New Lenox Pumas