Phillies Home Opener: What You Need To Know Before You Go

The Philadelphia Phillies Home Opener is on Monday, March 31, 2025. If you're headed to the game at Citizens Bank Park, there are some things you need to know before you go.

The Phillies home opener, presented by Nemours Children's Health, promises excitement for fans. All attendees will receive a 2024 NL East Champions Pennant, making it a memorable start to the season at Citizens Bank Park.

Tickets and parking passes are sent through the MLB Ballpark app (download on App Store or Google Play). Access your tickets ahead of time and, if using an Apple device, add them to your Apple Wallet. Share tickets with others in your group to speed up entry. Screenshots of tickets won’t work.

Parking is cashless—use credit/debit cards or mobile payments (Apple Pay/Google Pay). Tailgating is allowed in specific lots five hours before game time; others open three hours before. Keep your parking pass ready at the entrance.

SEPTA’s Broad Street Line offers convenient access to Citizens Bank Park. NRG Station, just a 7-minute walk away, connects fans to events efficiently. Sports Express service stops at Fern Rock, Olney, Erie, Girard, and more, with City Hall to NRG taking about 11 minutes. Riders from Temple University reach NRG in 19 minutes. Post-event, northbound trains and connections via Regional Rail, Market-Frankford Line, PATCO, buses, and trolleys ensure seamless travel. For details, call 215-580-7800.

Non-clear bags, including backpacks, are not allowed. Clear bags, small purses, diaper and medical bags are okay. Prohibited items can be returned to your vehicle or stored in lockers ($10 fee). Smoking is not allowed.

Evolv Technology speeds up entry—no need to remove phones or keys. MLB’s Go-Ahead Entry lets registered fans 18+ use hands-free entry via the MLB Ballpark app.

All purchases are cashless. Reverse ATMs are available to convert cash into prepaid cards for use in the ballpark.