Tri-City ValleyCats: 2026 Season

About this event

Get ready for a summer packed with home runs, family fun, and unforgettable community memories! The Tri-City ValleyCats are back in action at Joseph L. Bruno Stadium ("The Joe") for another spectacular season of professional baseball.

There is nothing quite like a warm summer evening at the ballpark—packed with great food, thrilling plays, high-energy entertainment, and activities for kids of all ages. Whether you're a die-hard baseball fan or just looking for a fun night out with the family, a trip to "The Joe" is the perfect way to spend your summer.

The ValleyCats' season runs from May 8 through September 6, 2026. Following a thrilling, record-setting 2025 run featuring 62 regular-season wins, the 'Cats officially kicked off their 51-game home slate with the home opener on May 15. The team will wrap up their regular-season home action on Sunday, August 30, 2026, making right now the perfect time to grab your tickets and head out to the park.

Below is your ultimate guide to the 2026 Tri-City ValleyCats season:

Tri-City ValleyCats 2026 Home Season

• When: May 15 – August 30, 2026 (Regular Season Ends September 6)
• Where: Joseph L. Bruno Stadium ("The Joe"), Troy, NY
• League: Frontier League of Professional Baseball (An MLB Partner League)
• The Atmosphere: Incredible family-friendly entertainment, delicious ballpark snacks, interactive fan games, and amazing promotional giveaways.

2026 Schedule & Home Game Breakdowns

The ValleyCats have a balanced monthly home schedule designed to give you plenty of opportunities to catch a game all summer long:

• May: 9 Home Games
• June: 15 Home Games
• July: 12 Home Games
• August: 15 Home Games

Unmissable Promo Nights & Fireworks

Every single home game features its own unique theme, making every trip to the stadium a completely new experience. Plus, a massive staple of ValleyCats baseball is their spectacular, post-game fireworks displays!

Here are just a few major highlights to look forward to:

• Massive Post-Game Fireworks Extravaganzas: Catch thrilling firework shows on select dates all season long, including the major Independence Day Weekend Celebration running from Friday, July 3 to Sunday, July 5 (fireworks on July 3 & 4).
• Pop Culture & Fan Favorites: Look out for immersive events like Wizard Night (June 25), Jurassic Ballpark Night (August 26), and Shrek Night (August 29).
• Family & Youth Highlights: Bring the kids for Christmas in July (July 25), and SouthPaw's Not So Scary Halloween (August 25).
• Heritage Celebrations: Celebrate the culture with Los Puentes de Tri-City nights (June 5, July 9, July 24, August 8), Irish Night (August 4), and Italian Night (August 7).

Ticket Information: Tickets for all 51 ValleyCats home games – each with its own special theme night - are available at TCValleyCats.com. Grab yours today and join the community cheering on the 'Cats!