Sports

Banana Ball returns to Frisco for another wild season

Banana Ball — the wildest baseball games you’ll ever see — is returning to Riders Field for a second year as part of The Banana Ball World Tour.

October 10, 2025 • 
Cat George, Maria Adnado
The Savannah Bananas wave to the crowd after a game of Banana Ball at Bank of America Stadium.

Savannah Bananas draw a crowd — 148,000 fans packed Bank of America Stadium for their biggest Charlotte series yet in June 2025.

Photo by CLTtoday

The Banana Ball World Tour returns to Frisco March 7-8, 2026, featuring the Loco Beach Coconuts vs. Texas Tailgaters at Riders Field. Known for wild antics — from backflips to stilts — this fast-paced, fan-fueled “Banana Ball” is a hilarious twist on baseball that’s earned national and global fame.

Game times are TBA, but tickets sell fast, so grab yours early. Here are the deets:

How to score tickets

  • Step one: Sign up for the Banana Ball Ticket Lottery before Friday, Oct. 31. Pro tip: When you sign up doesn’t affect your chances.
  • Step two: Grab a good luck charm and wait. If you’re selected in the random drawing, you’ll get a chance to purchase tickets.
  • Step three: Follow the instructions sent to you. Tickets start at $35.
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