In addition to all the fun and excitement on the field, fans have plenty of unique opportunities to take advantage of around the Little League® International Complex this week before the thrilling conclusion of the 2024 Little League Baseball® World Series, Presented by T-Mobile, this weekend.
Tuesday (8/20): Dugout’s Birthday Celebration
Come out and celebrate Dugout’s Birthday on Tuesday, August 20. The official mascot of Little League Baseball and Softball, and a fan favorite among visitors of all ages, officially made his debut during the 1985 LLBWS and today continues to bring smiles, joy, and fun to fans of all ages at the world’s largest youth baseball tournament each summer.
- 12 p.m. – Exclusive Birthday Pin Drop (Fan Zone)
- As part of the birthday celebration, the first 5,000 visitors will receive a redemption voucher to be able to stop by the Little League booth at the Little League World Series Fan Zone and receive a FREE commemorative pin. Gates open to the complex at 10 a.m. and vouchers can be redeemed starting at Noon (limit one per person, while supplies last).
- 7 p.m. – Singing Happy Birthday
- During the fourth inning of the 7 p.m. game (Game 28), fans are encouraged to join in singing “Happy Birthday” as part of the fourth-inning stretch.
- All Day – Photos with Dugout (Fan Zone and Complex)
- Throughout the day, be sure to give Dugout a high five and take a picture for his birthday! You’ll find him wandering the complex and hanging out in the Fan Zone throughout the day, with special photo opportunities there at 2 p.m., 4 p.m., and 6 p.m.
Tuesday (8/20): Savannah Bananas Visiting with Uncrustables
Through the support of Uncrustables, the Official PB&J of the Little League World Series, Jackson Olson, Ryan Cox, and David Meadows of the Savannah Bananas will be at the Little League Complex on Tuesday, August 20. The trio will be throwing out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the 7 p.m. game at Lamade Stadium and will also be visiting the Uncrustables booth within the Little League World Series Fan Zone at 1 p.m.
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Wednesday (8/21): Honoring the Local Little Leaguers
Prior to the 7 p.m. game on Lamade Stadium, fans will get to enjoy a parade of champions out of Pennsylvania District 12 before a ceremonial first pitch by the 2024 Little League Baseball District 12 Champion Tri-Town Little League team.
Thursday (8/22): T-Mobile Little League Home Run Derby Championship
Come out and watch the home runs fly as the top four finishers at both the East and West Region Finals have earned a trip to Williamsport to compete for their respective baseball and softball titles during the 2024 Little League Baseball® World Series, Presented by T-Mobile. The championship event is set to take place at Volunteer Stadium on Thursday, August 22, at 5 p.m. ET and will then be aired on ESPN2 on Friday, August 23, at 7 p.m. ET.
Nightly Lamade Light Show
Each night, during the fourth-inning stretch of the final game of the night at Howard J. Lamade Stadium, fans get to enjoy a special light show with a chance to sign “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” with the thousands of other fans in attendance.
LLWS Fan Zone
The most family-friendly place to visit, the Little League World Series Fan Zone is open from 12-7 p.m. on Tuesday (8/19) and Wednesday (8/20), and 1-7 p.m. on Thursday (8/21), offering fans of all ages a fun and unique experience thanks to Little League’s official sponsors. Prior to arriving on site, visitors are encouraged to register by downloading the LLWS App and filling out a short questionnaire. Once logged in, visitors will use their Fan Pass (located in the app’s navigation) to interact with partners in the on-site Fan Zone. Fans are encouraged to scan at participating sponsor booths to earn points. Those fans that earn 500 total points will be eligible to win various Little League prizes.
Flagship Store
While visiting the complex, don’t forget to swing by the Official Little League Flagship Store for all your favorite merchandise from the 2024 LLBWS and represent your favorite region heading into Championship Weekend. If you can’t make it to the newly built 6,000-square-foot store, find your favorite items online by visiting ShopLittleLeague.org. The Flagship Store is open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday – Thursday, and 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Friday, August 23 (hours are subject to change).
World of Little League® Museum
Located at the top of the Little League International Complex, the World of Little League Museum is a bucket-list place to check out for visitors of all ages to learn about the history of the Little League program through unique and interactive exhibits, including a brand new Girls with Game Exhibit. The World of Little League® Museum is open seven days a week from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. (unless otherwise noted) and a complimentary shuttle is available below Volunteer Stadium for guests on the complex to get up the hill to visit.
Additional information for the 2024 Little League Baseball World Series, including visitor resources, special guests, and more will be made available in the coming months at LittleLeague.org/WorldSeries. As a reminder, there is no cost to attend the Little League Baseball World Series as parking and tickets are completely FREE. To plan your trip to Williamsport and learn more about what to expect during your visit, be sure to check out LittleLeague.org/Visit. Additionally, the dates for future World Series events can also be found at LittleLeague.org/WSDates.