Auburn University Chosen for Opening Weekend
The Savannah Bananas have selected Auburn University to host the opening weekend of the 2027 banana ball world tour. All six banana ball teams will travel to the Plains for a three-game series taking place from February 25 to February 27 across Plainsman Park and Jordan-Hare Stadium.
The announcement was revealed during a nationally televised city selection show on ESPN2, featuring an opening performance alongside Aubie. Local officials noted that hosting the event will bring visitors from across the country to Auburn, providing a meaningful economic boost for local businesses, hotels, and restaurants.
Matchup Schedule and Venues
The three-day event begins with two games at Plainsman Park before concluding at Jordan-Hare Stadium. The scheduled matchups include:
- Feb. 25 at 7 p.m. CT: Texas Tailgaters vs. Indianapolis Clowns at Plainsman Park
- Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. CT: Loco Beach Coconuts vs. Party Animals at Plainsman Park
- Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. CT: Firefighters vs. Savannah Bananas at Jordan-Hare Stadium
Ticketing and Lottery Information
Fans seeking banana ball tickets must navigate a specific purchasing process, as standard reserved seating and general admission tickets are sold exclusively through the organization. Existing Auburn football and baseball season ticket holders in designated premium areas, along with other eligible pass holders, will receive instructions via email regarding exclusive purchasing opportunities administered directly by the Bananas.
A limited number of tickets will also be made available to spring 2027 enrolled Auburn University students through a separate student ticket lottery, with registration opening on November 16 and closing on November 29. Due to limited inventory available through the athletics department, all other fans are strongly encouraged to register for the official bananaball lottery at BananaBall.com by October 31, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET. Standard tickets start at $35, while meet-and-greet options begin at $125, with all prices inclusive of taxes and fees.
Sources: Auburn Tigers - Official Athletics Website, ESPN, WLWT.
