Day-by-day highlights of the Brewers' final 2016 Miller Park homestand

By OnMilwaukee Staff Writers Published Sep 21, 2016 at 4:01 PM

The curtain is about to fall on the Brewers' 2016 season, which despite the losing record and trades of veterans has actually been fairly exciting, filled with savvy team promotions and offering glimpses of promising young players that suggest the baseball future may be bright.

The Brewers have their final homestand at Miller Park this week, culminating with the Give-Back Game on Sunday. Milwaukee, which has gone 11-7 so far in September on the strength of some of the league's best starting and relief pitching, takes on the division rival Pittsburgh Pirates and Cincinnati Reds.

There are plenty of reasons to show up for one of the remaining games, particularly the free stuff and fun events! Some features include Fan Appreciation Weekend, a Brewers 2017 magnetic schedule giveaway, scratch-off card giveaway and the first-ever "Give-Back Game."

Additionally, throughout the final games, relief pitcher and semi-amateur comedian Tim Dillard will be creating comedic content, interacting and engaging with fans and keeping everyone laughing as a temporary member of the Brewers' social media team.

Below are the highlights of Milwaukee's last Miller Park homestand.

Thursday, Sept. 22 vs. Pittsburgh Pirates

RBI Athlete of the Month: Each month, an RBI (Reviving Baseball in the Inner Cities) Athlete is recognized for their dedication to academics, community involvement, leadership, reliability and monthly performance. Prior to the game, the Athlete of the Month will be recognized and will throw out the ceremonial first pitch. This month’s honoree is Savier Pinales.

Alopecia Areata Awareness Month: September is Alopecia Areata Awareness Month. Alopecia Areata is a prevalent autoimmune skin disease. Alopecia Areata occurs in males and females of all ages, but onset often occurs in childhood. Over 6.6 million people in the United States and 147 million worldwide had, currently have or will develop Alopecia Areata at some point in their lives. A supporter of the National Alopecia Areata Foundation - Greater Milwaukee Chapter and throw out a ceremonial first pitch.

Friday, September 23 vs. Cincinnati Reds

Fan Appreciation Weekend: The Milwaukee Brewers would like to thank fans for their incredible support all season long with Fan Appreciation Weekend at Miller Park. During the three contests during the weekend of Sept. 23-25 against the Cincinnati Reds, fans will enjoy a variety of giveaways and prizes. In addition, all fans in attendance at Miller Park that weekend will receive a 2017 Brewers magnetic schedule, compliments of Pick 'n Save and Sargento.

Miller Lite Beerpen: Every Friday home game, fans 21 and older can be a part of the Miller Lite Beerpen in the right-field Loge Bleachers. Fans can buy a Loge Bleacher ticket at the regular price and receive a free Miller Lite Brewers hat. For information, visit brewers.com/beerpen.

Student Night: Every Friday home game, high school and college students can purchase $10 Terrace Reserved tickets and $15 Loge Bleachers tickets. They also can enjoy a happy hour at certain concession stands from the time gates open through the end of the first inning. Happy hour pricing includes hot dogs, nachos, 12-ounce sodas and 12-ounce beers for $3 each. For more information, visit brewers.com/students. Excludes the Miller Lite Beerpen.

Scratch-Off Card Giveaway: All fans in attendance will receive a scratch-off card upon entrance to the game containing prizes such as 2017 game tickets, game-used jerseys, a Majestic Team Store shopping spree and more.

Season Seat Holder Appreciation Day: Season Seat Holders receive 25% off food, beverage and merchandise during select games by simply presenting their Season Seat Holder ID Card. Season Seat Holders also enjoy the opportunity to enter Miller Park 30 minutes prior to the general public to watch the Brewers take batting practice. For more information, visit brewers.com/sshappreciation.

Saturday, September 24 vs. Cincinnati Reds

Fan Appreciation Night presented by Chevrolet: All fans will receive a Brewers team photo and have the chance to win fabulous prizes throughout the game, including a 2016 Chevrolet Cruze.

Brewers 2017 Magnetic Schedule: All fans in attendance will receive a Brewers 2017 magnetic schedule, courtesy of Pick ‘n Save and Sargento.

Evening with Hank Aaron: The 13th Annual "Evening with Hank Aaron" will be held on Saturday, Sept. 24 at Miller Park. This year’s program will feature an exclusive pregame reception from 3:45 to 5:45 p.m. in the Aaron/Yount Rooms on Miller Park’s Terrace Level prior to the Brewers/Reds game that evening. The "Evening with Hank Aaron" will include hors d’oeuvres during the pregame reception, a Field Outfield Box ticket to that night’s game and an appearance by Hammerin’ Hank himself. Guests will also receive an authenticated, autographed item from Aaron. The program is limited to 200 guests. For more information or to register, please contact Joan Enters at joan.enters@brewers.com.

Sunday, September 25 vs. Cincinnati Reds

Give-Back Game: Fans may purchase tickets for a minimum $10 donate to one of four Milwaukee-area charities (Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee, Make-A-Wish Wisconsin, The MACC Fund, Wisconsin Humane Society), but can elect to contribute more in increments of $5. For donations of greater than $50, fans may call (414) 902-4000. Each charity will automatically receive a donation of $20,000 from the Brewers, and the charity that generates the most donations will receive up to an additional $50,000 from the organization.

Brewers 2017 Magnetic Schedule: All fans in attendance will receive a Brewers 2017 magnetic schedule, courtesy of Pick ‘n Save and Sargento.

Kids Eat Free Sunday: Every Sunday home game, all kids 14 and under will receive a voucher upon entrance to Miller Park good for a free hot dog, apple slices, a bottle of water and an ice cream treat, courtesy of Pick 'n Save, Blue Bunny & Heinz.

Prairie Farms Dairy Kids Base Run: Kids 16 and under can run the bases after Sunday home games, courtesy of Prairie Farms Dairy.