The Savannah Bananas are back for their 2025 tour, bringing their high-energy, rule-breaking, and wildly entertaining take on the game to cities and ballparks across the country. Whether you’re a die-hard baseball fan or just looking for an unforgettable night out with the family, a Savannah Bananas game is unlike anything else in sports.
What to Expect Before a Savannah Bananas Game
Attending a Savannah Bananas game feels more like stepping into a festival than a traditional sporting event. The ballpark grounds open well before game time, often in the early afternoon, allowing fans to take part in pregame festivities like meet-and-greets, live entertainment, and interactive fan experiences.
While stadium gates typically open later, many fans arrive much earlier in the day to soak in the atmosphere, shop for merch, and take advantage of all the action happening outside the ballpark.
Savannah Bananas Player Meet and Greet
If you’re hoping to meet your favorite players, you’re in luck! Both Savannah Bananas and visiting team players participate in pre-game autograph sessions, taking photos and signing merchandise for fans. These sessions are held in designated areas with clear signage, and lines tend to form quickly once the gates open.
Savannah Bananas Merchandise
Of course, merchandise is also a big part of the experience, with a wide variety of Bananas gear available at multiple locations around the stadium. T-shirts typically range from $25–$50, while jerseys start at $85. Whether you decide to shop before, during, or after the game, be prepared to wait in a long line. Luckily, there are multiple locations throughout the ballpark and merchandise tents stay open for about 30 minutes post-game.
Savannah Bananas "Before The Peel" Show
One of the highlights of the pregame experience is the 'Before The Peel' show, a high-energy stage performance featuring cheerleaders, a full marching band, and even the players themselves. This interactive show gets fans singing, dancing, and fully engaged before they even step inside the stadium. Players make their grand entrance through the crowd, high-fiving fans and building anticipation for the night ahead. The show typically starts hours before game time, with fans beginning to gather well in advance to secure a good spot for the action.
Beyond the stage performances and shopping, there’s plenty of additional entertainment throughout the stadium grounds. Vendors and sponsors set up prize wheels, free sample stations, and promotional booths, making the pregame experience feel like a carnival rather than a typical sporting event.
What to Expect During a Savannah Bananas Game
By the time the official game time approaches, the stadium is buzzing with anticipation. However, don’t expect a traditional first pitch at the listed start time. Instead, the stadium lights go out, and the Bananas make their grand entrance in theatrical fashion.
Players emerge from center field through clouds of smoke and music, hyping up the crowd with choreographed dances and high-energy celebrations. Fans in every section are on their feet, cheering as the players make their way onto the field in true Bananas fashion.
Whether you prefer to be right in the action near the dugout, catching all the theatrics from behind home plate, or soaking it all in from a higher vantage point, where you sit can shape your entire experience. If you're unsure which spot gives you the best view of the show, check out our guide on Where to Sit for a Baseball Game for tips on finding the perfect seat.
Shortly after the Bananas arrive, the visiting team also runs in from the outfield and—because this is Banana Ball—performs a team dance routine before the Bananas’ starting lineup is announced. Just when you think things can’t get any more over the top, both teams dance together in a moment that feels more like a Broadway show than a baseball game. Finally, the national anthem is played, and the game officially begins.
What Makes Banana Ball Different From Traditional Baseball?
Once the game starts, it’s clear that Banana Ball is nothing like traditional baseball. Designed to be faster, more exciting, and full of surprises, Banana Ball is built around a unique set of rules that keep the action moving and the crowd engaged.
Unlike regular baseball, where games can stretch on for hours, Banana Ball has a strict two-hour time limit, ensuring that there’s no downtime. When baseball is being played, the pace is lightning-fast, with almost no breaks between pitches. Walks don’t exist in Banana Ball—if a batter is walked, they must sprint to first base while the defense scrambles to tag them out. In one of the wildest rule twists, if a fan catches a foul ball in the stands, it counts as an out, meaning every seat in the stadium is in play.
Throughout the game, the entertainment never stops. Dances, skits, and crowd participation events happen between innings, and sometimes even during play. At any moment, the game may pause so players, umpires, or even the crowd can break into a coordinated dance routine.
Fans are constantly involved, whether it’s through sing-offs, dance competitions, or catching bananas in oversized pants as part of on-field games. At times, the stadium lights will suddenly go out so a performance can take center stage.
2025 Savannah Bananas Tour Highlights
This year, the Bananas are expanding their reach with first-time stops in new cities and iconic ballparks. Whether they’re bringing their show to a historic MLB ballpark or a brand-new venue, fans across the country will have even more chances to experience Banana Ball in person. If you’ve been waiting for the Bananas to visit your hometown, this could be the year!
2025 Tour Highlights include:
Atlanta, GA: March 29-30 - Truist Park
St. Louis, MO: April 4-5 - Busch Stadium
Boston, MA: July 5-6 - Fenway Park
Chicago, IL: August 15-16 - Rate Field
New York, NY: September 13-14 - Yankee Stadium
With demand for Banana Ball at an all-time high, the 2025 tour will feature expanded seating, additional tour dates, and even more opportunities to snag a ticket before they sell out. If you missed out last year, this might be your best shot at catching a game live!
