ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – The Tampa Bay Rays are rolling out a wave of fan-friendly changes and significant ballpark enhancements as they prepare for their return to Tropicana Field for the 2026 season. Single-game tickets, which include new pricing and premium options, will be available to the general public on Thursday, November 13, at 2 p.m. ET via the MLB Ballpark app and RaysBaseball.com/Tickets.
The announcement highlights the Rays’ organization’s effort to increase fan value and improve the experience inside “The Trop.”
Fan-First Ticket Pricing and Offers
In a move aimed at making Rays baseball more accessible, the team has implemented a new pricing structure:
- Reduced Prices: More than two-thirds of seats at Tropicana Field will see a price reduction, averaging 15% lower than 2024 prices.
- $10 Tickets: The popular fan-friendly $10 tickets will be available for all regular season home games.
- Opening Day BOGO: To celebrate the start of the season, fans who purchase a single-game ticket for the April 6 Opening Day game against the Chicago Cubs between November 12 and 16 will receive a code for a complimentary ticket to any April or May home game (with select blackout dates).
“We are excited to return home to Tropicana Field in April… As we open single-game ticket sales, we’re proud to offer a variety of additional options that make it easy for fans across the region to be part of the experience,” said Rays CEO Ken Babby. “This season is all about energy, excitement, and rallying behind the Rays as we chase every victory together!”
Ballpark Upgrades and Premium Seating
The 2026 season will debut a newly refreshed Tropicana Field, featuring several major enhancements to the in-game experience:
- Video and Sound: An expanded main videoboard, new video displays behind home plate and along both foul poles, and a new sound system are all part of the facelift.
- Premium Options: Fans can now explore new premium seating options, including upgraded seats, locations, and new all-inclusive ticket packages.
- Premium Preview Center: Fans can visit the new Premium Preview Center at the Rays Pop-Up Team Store (1101 1st Ave S.) to view a full-scale replica of a new seat and take an interactive virtual tour of the view from their chosen location.
2026 Season Highlights
The Rays will begin their season on the road before hosting their Home Opener at Tropicana Field on Monday, April 6, at 4:10 p.m. against the Chicago Cubs. The first homestand will continue with a highly anticipated series against the rival New York Yankees from April 10-12.
Other notable series include the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox, back-to-back National League matchups against the San Diego Padres (Aug. 28-30) and the New York Mets (Aug. 31-Sept. 2), and a special home weekend series (July 10-12) dedicated to celebrating former Rays legend, Evan Longoria, when the team plays the Seattle Mariners.
- Revised Game Times: Most Monday-Thursday home games will return to a 6:40 p.m. start, with select weekday day games at 12:10 p.m. or 1:10 p.m. Friday games are set for 7:10 p.m., Saturday games for 4:10 p.m. or 6:10 p.m., and Sunday games for 1:40 p.m.
Fans can purchase single-game tickets and advance parking starting Thursday. Special presale opportunities are being offered to Season Members, Spring Training Season Ticket Holders, Corporate Partners, and Rays Insider subscribers.
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