The Savannah Bananas, an exhibition baseball team known for its unique brand of "banana ball," is set to play a three-game series at Wrigley Field, the historic home of the Chicago Cubs, from July 24-26. The team will face off against The Firefighters in what is expected to be an entertaining exhibition. Dates and times for the series are Friday, July 24 at 7 p.m., Saturday, July 25 at 4 p.m., and Sunday, July 26 at 3 p.m.
Last-minute tickets for the series are currently available. As of the time of publication, the lowest ticket price found for any game was $112, including fees, via SeatGeek. Prices for the other games start at $127 and $141, respectively, also including fees. For purchases over $250, a promo code NYPOST10 can be used for $10 off at checkout, valid for a user's first purchase on SeatGeek.
The Savannah Bananas, established in 2016, have gained popularity for their "banana ball" style of play, which features unconventional rules such as fan-caught foul balls counting as outs, a two-hour game time limit, and batters being allowed to steal first base. The team is also known for its elaborate on-field entertainment, which has included celebrity appearances, comedic skits, and unique player walk-up songs.
While playing at Wrigley Field, the Bananas will face The Firefighters, another team in the Banana Ball Championship League. The Firefighters, described as "the hottest team in sports," also bring a blend of skill and showmanship to the field and have been competing against the Bananas since 2024. The team is coached by former firefighter Valerie Perez.
Fans attending Cubs games later in the season can also look forward to various promotional giveaways. These include replica jerseys, themed caps, bobbleheads, and surprise items. Most giveaways are typically given to the first 5,000 fans, encouraging early arrival at the ballpark. The Chicago Cubs will host rival teams, including the White Sox, in a three-game series from August 17-19.
The Savannah Bananas are scheduled to play in various North American ballparks from June through October 2026, with other notable stops including Coors Field in Denver, Busch Stadium in St. Louis, and Gillette Stadium in New England.