The Los Angeles Dodgers will add a different kind of summer attraction to Dodger Stadium in 2027, when the Savannah Bananas bring Banana Ball to Los Angeles as part of the 2027 Banana Ball World Tour.
The matchup is set to land at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium during a stretch when the Dodgers are on the road in the nation’s capital the weekend of April 23-24, 2027. That opening in the calendar gave the organization a chance to bring in one of the sport’s biggest live-show acts.
“The Savannah Bananas have built an incredible connection with fans by turning every game into a one-of-a-kind experience,” executive director of Dodgers 365 Chris Koenig said in a statement.
“We’re beyond thrilled to welcome Banana Ball to UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium this spring to share that unique blend of baseball, entertainment and world-class showmanship with our fans.”
Banana Ball has made a habit of packing stadiums around the country, with sellouts at Angel Stadium, Truist Park, Petco Park, and Raymond James Stadium. The tour is also set to go international next year, with trips scheduled to Mexico and Canada.
Fans attending the event can expect the full Bananas production: trick plays, constant entertainment, a quicker pace and plenty of surprises along the way. The Dodgers said they’re excited to give their fans a shot at the experience.
Ticket access is being handled through a lottery list at bananaball.com/tickets, and the sign-up window closes on Oct. 31, 2026, at 8:59 p.m. PT.
Being on the list does not guarantee tickets. A random drawing will be held before the event, and those chosen will be contacted with the next steps for buying available seats.
More information, including game times, will be announced later.
Banana Ball was created in 2016 by Jesse Cole and was built around one simple idea: put the fan experience first. The Bananas helped launch the sport, which blends competitive baseball with entertainment and showmanship.
The format has grown quickly since the addition of a second team in 2020 and a third in 2023. The Banana Ball Championship League now includes six teams: the Bananas, Party Animals, Firefighters, Texas Tailgaters, Loco Beach Coconuts and Indianapolis Clowns.
The league is also now on ESPN, ABC, truTV, and CW Sports in the United States, with streaming on YouTube.
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