It’s been 25 years since the Milwaukee Brewers ballpark first welcomed fans through it gates.
The stadium, initially known as Miller Park before becoming American Family Field before the 2021 season, officially opened for regular-season action on April 6, 2001, with a game against the Cincinnati Reds, the same team that helped close the Brewers former home, County Stadium, the previous season.
On July 25 when the Brewers take on the Miami Marlins at 3:10 p.m., the team will toast to a quarter century at their ballpark, which represented a dynamic change for the franchise with its state-of-the-art retractable roof.
It’s time to pick your Milwaukee favorites for the year!
To celebrate in style, the Brewers will welcome back a notable player from each roster year from 2001 to 2025 to connect with fans during activities throughout the day. In addition, the Brewers will offer fans special saving opportunities on concessions and retail, as well as other fun activities in the ballpark gameday experience.
“Twenty-five seasons of baseball at American Family Field has created countless summer memories for millions of Brewers fans,” Brewers President of Business Operations Rick Schlesinger said in a statement. “American Family Field stands out among all Major League ballparks as one of the best and it is positioned to be a premiere destination for the next generation of fans. It should be a great party, and I am looking forward to toasting to our fans alongside some of our favorite players who have worn the Brewers uniform.”
Alumni representing the 25 rosters will include Bill Hall, JJ Hardy, Corey Hart, Jose Hernandez, Prince Fielder, Yovani Gallardo, Cory Knebel, Dan Kolb, George Kottaras, Mark Loretta, Casey McGehee, Nyjer Morgan, Mike Moustakas, Jace Peterson, Ben Sheets, Eric Sogard and Eric Thames. They are just a few of the beloved players who will make their way back for the party with Brewers fans.
Fans can plan to catch up with alumni in several ways during the celebratory day. Players will be positioned throughout the ballpark, pouring drinks at concessions, helping ring up items at the retail stores and signing autographs.
Fans should plan to arrive when gates open at 1:40 p.m. to take advantage of some of the special opportunities, as well as be in their seats for a commemorative pre-game ceremony.
Some of the 25th season celebration specials include:
- Draft beers for $2.50 until first pitch.
- Brats for $2.50 until first pitch.
- Alumni autographs from 1:50 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. Various former players will be stationed along the warning track and fans are encouraged to line up for autographs. All ages are welcome and alumni will sign special autograph cards for fans.
- Alumni photo opportunities – take your picture with your favorite former Brewers player.
- 25% discount on select items at the Brewers Team Store – Home Plate and Hot Corner locations.
All activities featuring alumni will be free for fans attending the game that day.
