Banana Ball commits to show at UH — getting tickets will take luck
Banana Ball is so popular you have to win the lottery to attend. Tickets for the debut of the baseball/entertainment hybrid in Hawaii next spring start at $35. But they might be hard to come by since capacity at Les Murakami Stadium is just 4,312, and Banana Ball often fills huge stadiums, some with more than 20 times as many seats. After Thursday’s announcement of the April 30 and May 1 ...
Banana Ball, a baseball/entertainment hybrid, will debut in Hawaii next spring and tickets will be distributed via a lottery system. The stadium capacity is limited at 4,312, yet the popular event often sells out with over 20 times the number of seats. Fans interested in attending must visit BananaBall.com, click on "JOIN THE TICKET LOTTERY LIST," and complete the form.
The lottery list is open until the end of October and it is advised to avoid third-party sales as they may provide counterfeit tickets. The Loco Beach Coconuts, led by retired two-time World Series champion Shane Victorino, will be one of the participating teams. Victorino has enlisted fellow former MLB player Kolten Wong, a native of Hilo, to play for the Las Vegas team, the Party Animals.
The event is set to take place on April 30 and May 1 at Les Murakami Stadium, which is known for its large crowds. UH athletic director Matt Elliott expressed excitement about bringing this popular event to the community and featuring the iconic ballpark. Hawaii is one of only five states that did not host Banana Ball during the 2026 season, but Victorino's efforts to bring the event to the islands have paid off.
The team will also play internationally for the first time next year, with games in Canada and Mexico.
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