The Binghamton Rumble Ponies kicked off the second half of the season at Mirabito Stadium against the Portland Sea Dogs. The weekend is "Off to the Races" with fireworks, line dancing, and Bathtub Donkeys.

Arrive Early for Line Dancing, Stay Late For The Fireworks!

Arrive early for a special Line Dance class from Country Line Dancer, Red. Line dancing will take place down the Right Field Line from 6 to 7 p.m. The night ends with a special edition of fireworks set to classic hits of country music past and present. First pitch is 7:05 p.m.

What's a Bathtub Donkey?

Saturday June 28th, the Rumble Ponies transform into the Bathtub Donkeys. What's a Bathtub Donkey? The answer is here.. The first 1000 fans through the gates will receive a Bathtub Donkeys bath towel. 6:07 p.m. first pitch.

Wrap up the homestand on Sunday June 29th as the Ponies are Off to the Races as they celebrate all things racing! Every Sunday is Kids Eat Free Sunday and all children 12 & under with a ticket, get a voucher good for 1 hot dog and regular soda.

Sunday will also feature a Touch a Truck pregame event. Bring the kids our for a special Touch A Truck event in the Mirabito Stadium parking lot. All kids 12 and under can get up close with trucks from different community partners and organizations. First pitch at 5:05 p.m.

My daughter, Tara will be back as the on-field host for many of these games including tonight. My family has some really great memories over the last 20 years at the ballpark, including the time that my daughter, Riley got to throw out the first pitch for her 16th birthday.

Memories: Riley's 16th Birthday Gift From the Binghamton Mets

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I hope that you have the chance to support your local AA baseball team and make some memories for your family too. I hope to see you there!

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