Here’s when Bells baseball games will feature fireworks, food trucks, giveaways
The Bellingham Bells started their summer season on May 31 and are now second in their division.
Playing teams such as the Port Angeles Lefties, the Wenatchee AppleSox and the Victoria HarbourCats, the Bells had a record of 6 wins and 4 losses on June 16.
The Bells’ schedule includes 22 more home games before the season ends Aug. 7. They’re back in Bellingham Tuesday, June 21, for a three-day home stand against Port Angeles.
For those looking to attend, here’s what you need to know:
Firework nights
There are only two more nights to enjoy a post-game fireworks show. On Saturday, July 3, the fireworks will be presented by WECU. The last fireworks show of the season will take place Saturday, Aug. 6, and will be presented by John L. Scott Bellingham.
Food truck Fridays
Food truck Fridays will feature various food trucks and music before the first pitch.
There are four Food Truck Fridays remaining in the season, so those looking for a fun pre-game meal should attend the Bells’ games on July 1, July 15, July 22 or Aug. 5.
$2 Tuesdays
For those looking for discounted tickets, three game days offer a buy one ticket, get one for $2 deal.
The $2 Tuesdays events will also feature special $2 food and drink specials.
The discounted tickets are available for games on June 21, July 5 and Aug. 2.
Community Wednesdays
The Bells have three remaining “Community Wednesday” game nights where the team gives back to those in Bellingham. Tickets purchased for these games will benefit a local nonprofit.
On June 15, the Bells donated $1 for every ticket sold to the D.I.S.H. Foundation, a Bellingham nonprofit that works to employ persons with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Puget Sound Energy, the sponsor of Community Wednesdays, also pledged to donate $100 for every Bells run scored at the game.
The last three Community Wednesdays will take place June 22, July 6 and Aug. 3. The Bells have yet to announce what nonprofits will be supported on these game days.
Kids get in free Sundays
Children ages 12 and under can see the Bells play for free on certain Sundays this season.
The events, sponsored by PeaceHealth, also include special kids’ activities before and during the game.
There are four remaining Kids Get in Free Sundays on July 3, July 17, July 24 and Aug. 7.
Other promotional games
▪ $2 hot dog night on June 22.
▪ Fourth of July game at 12:05 p.m.
▪ Youth baseball and softball night with a free ticket and hot dog for kids in uniform on July 7.
Giveaway nights
Some Bellingham Bells’ games include giveaways for those who attend. With only four giveaway nights left to take advantage of, here’s when you need to go, and what you could score:
▪ Bellingham Bells duffle bags will be given to the first 900 fans at the July 16 game.
▪ Baseballs will be given to the first 500 kids under the age of 12 at the July 17 game.
▪ Edgar Martinez bobbleheads will be given to the first 900 fans at the July 22 game.
▪ A baseball card giveaway and post-game autographs will take place at the Aug. 4 game.
Tickets
Bellingham Bells’ home game tickets can be purchased online in advance.
General admission tickets are $9 each, and children ages 3 and under are free. Reserved seating behind home plate, covered grandstand and dugout box seating tickets range from $13 to $25.
Tickets can also be purchased at the Bellingham Bells’ storefront at 3111 Newmarket St., Suite 105, or on game day at the Joe Martin Field box office.
Gates open one hour before first pitch.
For loyal Bells fans, season tickets are also available online. General admission season tickets are $216 and grandstand reserved seating season tickets are $312. Dugout box season tickets have sold out for the season. Season ticket holders will also receive benefits such as invitations to special events, 20% off team merchandise, a season ticket holder gift and 25% off retail prices.
Discounted group tickets are also available. Groups of 20 to 49 people will receive 50 cents off each ticket. Groups of 50 to 99 people will receive a dollar off each ticket. Groups of 100 or more people will receive $1.50 off each ticket.
Groups can also rent the bullpen, picnic porch area or sections of seating.
Birthday group packages are also available and include 10 general admission tickets, two chaperon tickets, 10 meal vouchers, a dozen cupcakes, a card signed by the Bells, a “Happy Birthday” announcement and a first-pitch by the birthday kid. Birthday group packages start at $175 and can be purchased by calling 360-746-0406 or emailing the Bells ticket office.
Food and drinks
Baseball games are known for Cracker Jack, peanuts and hot dogs. Joe Martin Field will be serving baseball game staples such as burgers, hot dogs, jalapeno andouilles, Cracker Jack, bavarian pretzels, pizza, nachos and peanuts.
Fans will also be able to enjoy soda, water, tea, juice, energy drinks, sparkling water, coffee and hot chocolate.
Joe Martin Field is located in Bellingham at 1220 Civic Field Way.
This story was originally published June 20, 2022 at 5:00 AM.
