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February 20, 2026

Nurse Appreciation Nights 2026: Baseball, Basketball, Hockey, Soccer (discount tickets)

Written by: Angelina Walker

Nurse.org teamed up with MLB, NBA, WNBA, NHL and MLS teams across the country to offer special discounts, recognition, and appreciation events for nurses throughout 2025 to celebrate nurses! Scroll down to buy tickets, vote for nurses to throw the first pitch, and get all the details about Nurse Night in a city near you.

Throughout the years, we have had the privilege to honor 200+ nurses at MLB, NBA and NHL games across the country! See all the Nurse Appreciation Night recap articles here.

Cleveland Cavaliers - April 5, 2026

Event Details
Event: Nurse Appreciation Night
Games:
• Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Miami Heat
• Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Indiana Pacers

Dates:
• Friday, March 27 (vs. Heat)
• Sunday, April 5 (vs. Pacers – Easter)

Location: Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse

Nurse Honors! 5 nurses will be honored on the court during the pregame ceremony

🎟️ Enter to Win: One lucky nurse will win 2 FREE tickets to the game! This contest has ended — the winner has been contacted via email.

Ticket Package Includes:

Early Warm-Ups Access with every ticket purchased (both games)
Chance to be recognized on the court before the April 5 game - nominate here!
Cavs Straw Topper for the first 200 tickets purchased for the March 27 game
Get your tickets now!

Tickets start at $53 — buy them here!

⚠️ This special ticket offer must be purchased through the official Nurse.org link. Tickets purchased through third-party sites will not include early warm-ups access, on-court recognition opportunities, or promotional items.

👉 Click here for game day details.

Seattle Mariners - May 5, 2026

>> Get tickets starting at $34.47

Dates & Times:
- Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 6:40 PM
- Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 1:10 PM
Location: T-Mobile Park, 1250 1st Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134
Teams: Seattle Mariners vs. Atlanta Braves
Discount tickets for nurses: Starting at $34.47 – includes an exclusive jersey!
Nurse Appreciation: Two incredible nurses will be honored at both Nurse Appreciation games!
- The 2 nurses with the most votes will throw the ceremonial first pitch at each game
- The second and third runners-up will catch
🎟️ Enter to Win: One lucky nurse will win 2 FREE tickets to the May 5th game.

Buy discounted tickets, starting at $34.47!

🎫 Secure your tickets now and join us for an inspiring celebration of our healthcare champs across the Pacific Northwest. Whether you work the day shift or night shift, we’ve got you covered with two game options!

👉 Click here for game day details.

Arizona Diamondbacks - May 6, 2026

Date & Time: May 6, 2026, at 6:40 PM MDT
Location: Chase Field, 401 E Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Teams: Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
Discount tickets for nurses: Starting at $31.95 - shop now!
🎟️ Enter to Win: One lucky nurse will win 2 FREE tickets to the game! Enter to win here. This contest ends 4/5/26.

Nurse Appreciation: We’re offering amazing on-field experiences for selected nurses! Vote for a deserving nurse for the chance to be recognized and take part in one of these exclusive roles:

First Pitch (1 Winner): One nurse will have the honor of throwing out the ceremonial first pitch.
- Honorary Captain (1 Winner): The first runner-up will join a D-backs player or coach to deliver the official lineup card during the umpires’ meeting.
- Pre-Game Recognition (3 Winners): Three runner-ups from the First Pitch contest will be recognized on the field during pregame ceremonies.
National Anthem (1 winner): One nurse will have the honor to sing the National Anthem in front of thousands of fans

>>Click here to vote for a nurse! Voting ends 4/5/26.

🎫Secure your tickets now and join us for an inspiring celebration of our healthcare champs, set against the backdrop of world-class baseball. It's an event you won't want to miss!

>> Buy discounted tickets, starting at $31.95!

👉 Click here for game day details.

Chicago Cubs - May 6, 2026

Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Time: 6:40 PM CDT
Game: Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds
Location: Wrigley Field (1060 W Addison St.)
On-Field Nurse Appreciation Experience: One nominated nurse will throw the first pitch!
Win FREE Tickets: One lucky nurse will receive 2 FREE tickets to the game!

Discount Tickets: Special Healthcare Appreciation pricing available. >> Buy Now!

The Health Care Appreciation Special Ticket Offer presented by Advocate Health Care includes a ticket to the game and a special-edition Cubs quilted fleece. Fleeces will be offered in sizes M, XL and XXL, and available on a first-come, first-served basis. >> Buy Now!

Group Tickets: For questions or groups of 15 or more, please contact the Spencer Motley at 773-404-4081 or email smotley@cubs.com.

>>Purchase tickets here, starting at $43.55!

👉 Click here for game day details.

Charlotte FC - May 9, 2026

Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Time: 7:30pm
Match: Charlotte FC vs. New York City FC
Location: Bank of America Stadium
Enter to Win: One lucky nurse will win 2 FREE tickets to Charlotte FC Nurse Night! Click here to enter to win. This contest ends 4/8/26.
Nurse Night Experiences: Join us for a world-class soccer experience as we celebrate the healthcare heroes of the Carolinas!
- Pre-Match Sideline Pass: 3 selected nurses will receive exclusive sideline passes to watch the warm-ups from the pitch.
- Suite Access: Winners will enjoy the match in total comfort with two complimentary tickets in a premium suite.

>> Click here to vote for a nurse! Voting closes 4/8/26.

Discount Tickets: Special Nurse Night pricing available — includes your discounted ticket + exclusive Charlotte FC Healthcare Tumbler! >> Buy Now!

Group Tickets: For hospital group blocks or specialized on-field experiences, please contact the Charlotte FC Ticket Office.

👉 Click here for game day details.

Cincinnati Reds - May 12, 2026

>>Buy Tickets Now! Starting at $17.54

Event Details

Event: Nurse Appreciation Night
Game: Cincinnati Reds vs. Washington Nationals
Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026 – 6:40 PM EDT
Location: Great American Ball Park
Enter to Win: One lucky nurse will win 2 FREE tickets to Cincinnati Reds Nurse Night! Click here to enter to win. This contest ends 4/12/26.
Nurse Honors: Five nurses will have the opportunity to be recognized on the field during pregame ceremonies:
- First pitch: The nurse with the most votes will throw out the ceremonial first pitch
- Catcher: The first runner-up will catch
- On-field Recognition: The next three nurses will be honored on the field

>> Click here to vote for a nurse! Voting closes 4/12/26.

Ticket Package Includes:

Exclusive Cincinnati Reds Badge Reel with every ticket purchased through this link
Portion of each ticket purchased will support Nurse.org scholarships and the nursing community

Get your tickets now! Tickets start at $17.54— buy them here!

⚠️ This special ticket offer must be purchased through the official Nurse.org link. Tickets purchased through third-party sites will not include the exclusive badge reel or on-field recognition opportunities.

👉 Click here for game day details.

Boston Red Sox - May 13, 2026

Event Details

Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Time: 6:45 PM EST
Game: Boston Red Sox vs. Philadelphia Phillies
Location: Fenway Park
Nurse Night Experiences: Join us for a special evening dedicated to honoring the invaluable contributions of nurses. Arrive early for pregame festivities, including:
- On-Field Honors: Ten nurses will be recognized on the field during a special pregame ceremony.
- First Pitch: One lucky nurse will be selected to throw the ceremonial first pitch!
- National Anthem: One nurse-singer will be selected to sing the National Anthem.
Win FREE Tickets: One lucky nurse will receive 2 FREE tickets to Red Sox Nurse Night! Click here to enter to win. This contest ends 4/5/26.

>> Click here to vote for a nurse! Voting closes 4/5/26.

Discount Tickets: Special Nurse Night pricing available — Tickets start at $33.37! >> Buy Now!

Group Tickets: For questions or groups of 15 or more, please contact Chloe Prajzner at cprajzner@redsox.com.

👉 Click here for game day details.

Minnesota Twins - May 13, 2026

Date: May 13, 2026 at 6:40pm
Game: Minnesota Twins vs Marlins
Nurse discount tickets: Starting at $23.75 - click here to shop!
- Nurse special ticket offer: Starting at $23.75! This special "Nurses Night" ticket package includes your ticket to the game plus a limited-edition Twins lunch cooler! - click here to shop!

Shop "Nurse Night" ticket package - claim your lunch cooler now!

For groups of 20 or more, please contact Liz Pilarski at LizPilarski@twins.com or 612.659.3852.

Nurse Appreciation: One nominated nurse will throw the first pitch and the first runner up will raise the game flag! Click here to vote. Voting ends 4/12/26.
🎟️ Win FREE Tickets: One lucky nurse will win 2 FREE tickets! Click here to enter to win. This contest ends 4/12/26.

Secure your tickets now and join us for an inspiring celebration of our healthcare champs, set against the backdrop of world-class baseball. It's an event you won't want to miss!

👉 Click here for game day details.

Houston Astros - May 13, 2026

Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Time: 7:10 PM CDT
Game: Houston Astros vs. Seattle Mariners
Location: Daikin Park (formerly Minute Maid Park)
Nurse Night Experiences:
- Get ready for a unique "behind-the-scenes" honor at the ballpark! This year, we are offering an exclusive pre-game experience for our healthcare community:
- Pregame Truck Ride: One lucky nurse will be selected to take a celebratory ride in the Astros truck around the warning track during pregame festivities!
🎟️ Win FREE Tickets: One lucky nurse will win 2 FREE tickets!

Discount Tickets: Special Nurse Night pricing available. >> Buy Now!

The first 500 buyers will receive an exclusive pair of Astros‑themed compression socks

Group Tickets: For questions or groups of 15 or more, please contact the Astros Group Ticket Department at 713-259-8030 or email SpecialEvents@astros.com.

👉 Click here for game day details.

Las Vegas Aces- July 3, 2026

Event Details

About Las Vegas Aces Nurses Night Out

Date & Time: Friday, July 3, 2026, at 7:00 PM PDT
Location: T-Mobile Arena, 3780 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Teams: Chicago Sky vs. Las Vegas Aces
Nurse Appreciation: Nominate a nurse to be honored on the court! Two nurses will be recognized during the game. Click here to nominate. Nominations close 4/19/26.
Discount tickets for nurses: Starting at $28.75 – first 350 include an exclusive badge reel!

Enter to Win: One lucky nurse will win 2 FREE tickets to Aces Nurses Night Out, courtesy of Nurse.org! Click here to enter to win.

👉 Click here for game day details.

Milwaukee Brewers - August 3-6, 2026

⚾ Shop Discounted Tickets for Milwaukee Brewers Nurse Nights — Starting at $13.50!

Event Details

About Milwaukee Brewers Nurse Appreciation Nights

Celebrate nurses at the ballpark with the Milwaukee Brewers’ Nurse Appreciation Nights. Across four special games against the Pittsburgh Pirates, nurses are invited to enjoy a well-deserved night out filled with baseball, recognition, and fun at American Family Field. It’s a perfect way to honor those who care for others while taking in the excitement of Brewers baseball.

FOUR Games To Choose From:

Monday, Aug 3, 2026, at 6:40 PM CDT
Tuesday, Aug 4, 2026, at 6:40 PM CDT
Wednesday, Aug 5, 2026, at 6:40 PM CDT
Thursday, Aug 6, 2026, at 1:10 PM CDT

Location: American Family Field, 1 Brewers Way, Milwaukee, WI 53214
Teams: Milwaukee Brewers vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
Discount tickets for nurses: Starting at $13.50
Nurse Recognition: Nominate a nurse to throw the ceremonial first pitch — one winner per game, four total! Click here to nominate. Nominations close 4/12/26.
Enter to Win: One lucky nurse will win 2 FREE tickets to Brewers Healthcare Appreciation Night, courtesy of Nurse.org! Click here to enter to win.

👉 Click here for game day details.

T-Shirts

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Cleveland Cavaliers - April 5, 2026

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Seattle Mariners - May 5, 2026

Arizona Diamondbacks - May 6, 2026

Chicago Cubs - May 6, 2026

Charlotte FC - May 9, 2026

Cincinnati Reds - May 12, 2026

>>Buy Tickets Now! Starting at $17.54

Event Details

Ticket Package Includes:

Boston Red Sox - May 13, 2026

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Minnesota Twins - May 13, 2026

Houston Astros - May 13, 2026

Las Vegas Aces- July 3, 2026

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Milwaukee Brewers - August 3-6, 2026

⚾ Shop Discounted Tickets for Milwaukee Brewers Nurse Nights — Starting at $13.50!

Event Details

About Milwaukee Brewers Nurse Appreciation Nights

T-Shirts

Nurse.org Presents Nurse Nights Of Years Past: 2018-2023 (MLB, NBA, NHL)

Boston Red Sox Nurse Nights - past events

MLB Nurse Nights - past events

MLS Nurse Nights - past events

NBA Nurse Nights - past events

NHL Nurse Nights - past events

WNBA Nurse Nights - past events

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