{"id":215038,"date":"2026-04-01T20:55:10","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T20:55:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/215038\/"},"modified":"2026-04-01T20:55:10","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T20:55:10","slug":"jacksonville-jumbo-shrimp-host-action-packed-weekend-with-fireworks-giveaways-and-easter-fun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/215038\/","title":{"rendered":"Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp host action-packed weekend with fireworks, giveaways and Easter fun"},"content":{"rendered":"

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. \u2013 Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp<\/a> fans have a full weekend of excitement ahead as the team hosts the Sugar Land Space Cowboys at VyStar Ballpark from April 2\u20135.<\/p>\n

From fireworks and giveaways to Easter celebrations and happy hour deals, the homestand offers something for everyone.<\/p>\n

Thursday: Thirsty deals and playful punishment<\/p>\n

April 2 at 7:05 p.m.<\/p>\n

The series kicks off with Coors Light Thirsty Thursday<\/a>, bringing one of the best happy hours on the First Coast. Fans can enjoy discounted drinks throughout the ballpark, including $2 16-ounce drafts and $3 24-ounce drafts.<\/p>\n

The night also features Fantasy Football Punishment Night<\/a>, where league losers take center stage for on-field antics \u2014 a lighthearted twist sure to entertain the crowd.<\/p>\n

Friday: Fireworks, music nostalgia and military support<\/p>\n

April 3 at 7:05 p.m.<\/p>\n

Friday night delivers a mix of nostalgia and celebration. Fans can relive the iconic soundtrack of the early 2000s during \u201c20 Years of Getcha Head in the Game\u201d night.<\/p>\n

After the final out, stick around for Friday Night Fireworks<\/a>, lighting up the Jacksonville sky.<\/p>\n

Additional highlights include:<\/p>\n

Friday Night Lites Happy Hour with discounted drinks until 7:30 p.m. <\/p>\n

Red Shirt Friday, where fans wearing red can save $1 on tickets while showing support for the military <\/p>\n

Saturday: Southpaw\u2019s birthday bash and big giveaway<\/p>\n

April 4 at 6:35 p.m.<\/p>\n

Saturday is all about celebration as the team honors mascot Southpaw\u2019s 30th birthday \u2014 marking three decades since the beloved character first debuted.<\/p>\n

Fans who arrive early will score a Southpaw onesie giveaway<\/a> (first 2,000 through the Main Gate), making it one of the weekend\u2019s most anticipated promotions.<\/p>\n

The night wraps up with Saturday Night Fireworks<\/a>, continuing the festive atmosphere.<\/p>\n

Sunday: Easter at the ballpark + family fun<\/p>\n

April 5 at 2:05 p.m.<\/p>\n

Sunday brings a family-focused experience with an Easter twist. Fans can enjoy:<\/p>\n

A pregame Easter egg hunt <\/p>\n

Special brunch and ticket packages <\/p>\n

Baptist Health Sunday Family FUNday, including face painting, balloon animals and catch on the field <\/p>\n

After the game, kids can take part in a fan favorite, Kids Run the Bases, presented by Goodwill Industries of North Florida.<\/p>\n

With promotions spanning all four games, this homestand offers a mix of entertainment, value and community engagement \u2014 from happy hour deals to family-friendly activities and can\u2019t-miss giveaways.<\/p>\n

Fans are encouraged to arrive early, especially for Saturday\u2019s limited giveaway and Sunday\u2019s Easter festivities. Click here for tickets and more information.<\/a><\/p>\n

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