Details Announced for Brewers Home Opener, Monday, March 31, at American Family Field

MILWAUKEE – After three games in New York, the Milwaukee Brewers return to American Family Field for the Home Opener against the Kansas City Royals on Monday, March 31 at 1:10 p.m. The Crew hosts Kansas City for three games (March 31-April 2) and then a four-game series against the Cincinnati Reds (April 3-6).

The Crew will return to Milwaukee for the first time since the loss of the beloved Hall of Fame broadcaster Bob Uecker, who passed away in January of this year. The 2025 Home Opener will include several remembrances including Ueck’s signature across the outfield grass, a moment of silence and the Milwaukee debut of the Uecker jersey patch on all on-field personnel jerseys. Details will be announced soon for a special day-long Celebration of Life in August to remember and honor Bob.

On March 31, the staff, coaches, reserves and starters will line up on the chalk line for formal introduction, with the Kansas City Royals introduced at approximately 12:40 p.m. and the Milwaukee Brewers at approximately 12:45 p.m.

Ticket Availability: Three hundred tickets were released this morning for general sale. Other than this small allotment, only limited Standing Room Only tickets remain. For more information, visit brewers.com/OpeningDay. Tickets are available at brewers.com/Tickets, 1-800-933-7890 or the American Family Field Box Office. Fans should download the MLB Ballpark app to access game tickets, parking passes and numerous other American Family Field information and entertainment features.

Parking Lots and Gates: On the Home Opener, parking lots will open at 10:10 a.m. (three hours prior to game time) and ballpark gates will open at 11:10 a.m. (two hours prior to game time). Parking ambassadors will be onsite to assist guests with activating their parking sessions.

Giveaway: All fans will receive a 2025 Milwaukee Brewers Magnet Schedule, presented by Palermo’s Pizza.

Pregame Party: Fans can stop by the pedestrian bridge to participate in trivia sessions with In-Game Hosts Nicole Sedivy and Carrie Mahone, hop in the Brew Crew photo booth and meet Brewers mascots who will make appearances throughout the morning. Pregame entertainment will include drumline performances from Ronald Reagan High School, Rufus King High School and South Division High School and dance performances from the Milwaukee Dancing Grannies and Lake Country Dockettes.

Live Music:

• DJ King James will help get the party started near the pedestrian bridge.
• The 5 Card Studs will rock the Miller Lite Landing from gates open until pregame ceremonies begin.
• DJ EJ will keep the energy going throughout the game and between innings.

National Anthem (takes place approx. 12:57 p.m.): Milwaukee based singer and song writer Allison Mahal will perform the National Anthem for the 2025 Home Opener with Valkyrie, a bald eagle from the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center, on field. A giant American flag will also be unfurled across the outfield of American Family Field and held by Brewers Season Seat Members.

Ceremonial First Pitch (takes place approx. 1:02 p.m.): The 2025 Home Opener Ceremonial First Pitches will be thrown by Karl Simandl, representing the Wounded Warrior Project, and Dr. Kent Botsford, of the ALS Association. Both causes were supported by the late Brewers Broadcaster, Bob Uecker, and are now supported by the Uecker Family and Brewers in his memory.

Festival Foods Play Ball Kids: Daughters of Joel Payamps, Alice, 5 and Aleah, 3

“The Alley” Food Truck Park: Stop by “The Alley” located on the left field Loge Level, boasting local food truck vendors Baron’s Gelato, Chuchos Red Tacos, Hidden Kitchen MKE and Nadi Plates. In addition to the food offerings, the space includes a new bar, creating a unique gathering space for fans.

J. Leinenkugel’s Barrel Yard: Enjoy a variety of new offerings for the 2025 Brewers season, including Flatbreads and the new Smash Hit Burger and Turkey Reuben sandwich. Exclusive pilot brews will be available throughout the season.

• J. Leinenkugel’s Barrel Yard will open at 11:10 a.m. on the Home Opener, first-come, first serve service for ticketed guests. Beverage purchases made at the Tap Room are allowed to be taken throughout the ballpark.

Catch the Game: The Milwaukee Brewers 162 regular season game broadcast schedule includes every game being broadcast on both television and radio.

• FanDuel Sports Network will broadcast 157 contests, featuring Brian Anderson and Jeff Levering as play-by-play announcers, joining color analysts Bill Schroeder, Tim Dillard and Vinny Rottino in the booth. Sophia Minnaert enters her 13th season as sideline reporter. Craig Coshun and Stephen Watson will host Brewers Live, which airs before and after each Brewers telecast on FanDuel Sports Network. They will be joined by Dillard and Rottino.
  • Brewers fans can listen to each game broadcast on the Brewers Radio Network, led by flagship 620 WTMJ, with Jeff Levering, Lane Grindle and Josh Maurer on the mics.
  • In partnership with Good Karma Brands, 10 regular season telecasts will be simulcast via over-the-air stations in Wisconsin, including WITI Fox-6 in Milwaukee. Free access for fans will begin with Monday’s Home Opener against the Kansas City Royals (1:10 p.m. first pitch)

50/50 Raffle: 50/50 Raffle tickets are sold throughout American Family Field and the parking lots through the 4th inning of every Brewers home game. One lucky fan will have the opportunity to take home half of the net proceeds from the game’s raffle ticket sales. The remainder will support Brewers Community Foundation to benefit its charitable work in Greater Milwaukee and Wisconsin. The winning ticket will be announced in the middle of the 6th inning, just before the Johnsonville® Famous Racing Sausages® Sausage Race.

Retail: The entire collection including Opening Day tees, limited Bob Uecker retail collection and novelty items will be available in the Brewers Team Store, with new merchandise coming in daily. The Bob Uecker Jersey Patch is available ($12 with proceeds benefitting Bob’s preferred charities) in all Brewers Team Store locations to be applied to any MLB licensed Brewers jersey. The patch is limited and available until supplies are exhausted. The Brewers Team Store will be open Monday – Saturday from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

• 414 Pop-Up Shop: The first Brewers Team Store Pop-Up Shop of 2025 will feature 414/Beer Makers collection created by Sport Design Sweden. The collection will feature headwear and apparel for both men, women and kids. 2025 Pop-Up Shops will be located on Loge level near the press box.

In-Game Entertainment: Nicole Sedivy, a Muskego native, serves as the in-game host of the Milwaukee Brewers. She will be around the ballpark engaging with fans, conducting live interviews, and highlighting in-game contests and promotions. She also serves as in-arena host for the Milwaukee Admirals and University of Wisconsin-Madison Men’s Hockey and Basketball Team. Joining Sedivy is Milwaukee native, Carrie Mahone. Mahone also serves as in-arena host for the Marquette Men’s and Women’s Basketball Team and on-air host on 101.7 The Truth.

Social Media: Follow the Brewers on Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, X and YouTube for game highlights, behind-the-scenes content and team news. Fans can interact with the Crew on social media using #ThisIsMyCrew.

Brewers Unfiltered: Back for its fourth season, Brewers Unfiltered is a weekly podcast hosted by Sophia Minnaert, Tim Dillard and journalist Adam McCalvy. The trio serves up the latest Brewers news and storylines with a side of laughs and entertainment.

Yearbook: The Brewers annual yearbook is available at all retail locations at American Family Field for $10.

American Family Field Roof: For game day roof status and weather report, visit brewers.com/Roof or call the American Family Field Roof Hotline at 414-902-4636.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.