During T-Mobile All-Star FanFest, baseball fans in Ohio will have an opportunity to spend the day celebrating their favorite sport with other fans while supporting the men and women who serve in the U.S. military.
In the week leading up to the Major League Baseball All-Star Game, Cincinnati, Ohio, will host a series of themed days for fans. Saturday, July 12, will be "Salute to Our Soldiers Day." According to a press release from MLB, the organization planned the day to honor and support the men and women who serve in the armed forces.
Activities for the day will include a presentation of the colors by Junior ROTC members for the national anthem and an opportunity for attendees to write thank-you notes that will be sent to troops.
Servicemembers who want to attend the FanFest day will receive a $5 discount on their tickets.
Other themed days include Opening Day/Kids Day on July 10, 25th Anniversary of the World Series Champion Cincinnati Reds Day on July 11, Spirit Day on July 13 and Tribute Tuesday on July 14, MLB reported.
The five themed day will lead up to the 86th annual All-Star Game, a friendly competition between the American and National baseball leagues. Players were chosen by the votes of fans to represent their team in the prestigious games. The winning league is awarded home field advantage in the World Series this fall. Fans will have opportunities at the themed days to win tickets to attend the game.
The All-Star Game will be held at the Great American Ballpark in Cincinnati on July 14.