Charleston, S.C., October 10, 2025
News Summary
Charleston, S.C. is set to host the 2026 Banana Ball World Tour featuring games at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park on April 10 and 11. The Charleston RiverDogs will present the matchups, introducing new teams: the Loco Beach Coconuts and Indianapolis Clowns. Fans can enjoy a pre-game party, and tickets will be available via a lottery system through FanFirstTickets.com, with prices starting at $35.
Charleston, S.C. will host the 2026 Banana Ball World Tour games on April 10 and 11. The Charleston RiverDogs will present these exciting matchups at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park, featuring two newly introduced teams in the Savannah Bananas’ Banana Ball Championship League: the Loco Beach Coconuts and the Indianapolis Clowns.
This announcement was made during the Savannah Bananas’ Selection Show, which aired on ESPN2. The Banana Ball format is a reimagined version of baseball created by the Savannah Bananas, designed to enhance entertainment and fan engagement. Notable rules of Banana Ball include a two-hour game time limit, prohibiting walks, allowing batters to steal first base, and permitting fans to catch foul balls for outs.
The Savannah Bananas, founded in 2016, have seen a meteoric rise in popularity, garnering over 10 million followers on social media. The prior season’s world tour in 2025 included 40 cities and saw games played in major league stadiums, often resulting in sold-out crowds. A historic crowd of 81,000 attended a Bananas game at Clemson’s Memorial Stadium in April 2025, solidifying the team’s stature in the entertainment sports sector.
For both games in Charleston, a pre-game party is scheduled to start at 3:30 PM at Brittlebank Park. Tickets for these events will be exclusively available through the Bananas’ platform FanFirstTickets.com, which will utilize a lottery system. Fans interested in attending must enter the ticket lottery before it closes on November 1, 2025. However, entering the lottery does not guarantee a ticket purchase opportunity. Standard ticket prices will begin at $35, and special meet-and-greet tickets will be available for $100.
The lottery system also includes a warning about purchasing tickets from third-party sellers, as they are often fraudulent.
Key Features of the 2026 Banana Ball World Tour
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Dates | April 10-11, 2026 |
| Location | Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park, Charleston, S.C. |
| Participating Teams | Loco Beach Coconuts and Indianapolis Clowns |
| Pre-Game Party Time | 3:30 PM at Brittlebank Park |
| Ticket Sales | Available through FanFirstTickets.com |
| Ticket Lottery Deadline | November 1, 2025 |
| Standard Ticket Price | $35 |
| Meet-and-Greet Ticket Price | $100 |
| Fraud Warning | Purchasing from third-party sellers is discouraged |
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the 2026 Banana Ball World Tour take place in Charleston?
The 2026 Banana Ball World Tour will take place in Charleston, S.C. on April 10 and 11.
What stadium will host the Banana Ball games?
The Charleston RiverDogs will host the games at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park.
Which teams will be featured during the games?
The games will feature the Loco Beach Coconuts and the Indianapolis Clowns, two new teams in the Savannah Bananas’ Banana Ball Championship League.
How can fans purchase tickets for the games?
Tickets will be sold exclusively through the Bananas’ website FanFirstTickets.com using a lottery system.
When does the ticket lottery close?
Fans must join the ticket lottery before it closes on November 1, 2025; joining does not guarantee a ticket purchase opportunity.
What are the prices for tickets?
Standard tickets start at $35, while meet-and-greet tickets are priced at $100.
Is it safe to purchase tickets from third-party sellers?
It is advised against purchasing tickets from third-party sellers as they are often fraudulent.
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Additional Resources
- Live 5 News: Savannah Bananas New Teams Coming to Charleston 2026
- Wikipedia: Savannah Bananas
- MiLB: Banana Ball Coming to Charleston in 2026
- Google Search: Banana Ball 2026
- ABC News 4: Charleston RiverDogs to Host Banana Ball Games in April 2026
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Baseball
- Post & Courier: Savannah Bananas Charleston RiverDogs
- Google News: Savannah Bananas Charleston
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