Colorado Rockies fans are headed back to Blake Street for the 34th home opener. Here’s what you need to know for the kickoff to the 2026 season.

DENVER — Colorado Rockies fans are headed back to Blake Street for the first time in seven months.

The Rockies’ 34th home opener is Friday at Coors Field. First pitch against the Philadelphia Phillies is scheduled for 2:10 p.m.


Rockies home opening schedule

After playing their first six games on the road in Miami and Toronto, the Rockies now will play their next six games at Coors Field.

Here’s the opening slate of home games in Denver:

Friday, April 3, at 2:10 p.m. – Philadelphia PhilliesSaturday, April 4, at 6:10 p.m. – Philadelphia PhilliesSunday, April 5, at 1:10 p.m. – Philadelphia PhilliesTuesday, April 6, at 6:40 p.m. – Houston AstrosWednesday, April 7, at 6:40 p.m. – Houston AstrosThursday, April 8, at 1:10 p.m. – Houston Astros


How to watch

The Rockies’ home opener on Friday will air for free on 9NEWS and KTVD.

9NEWS will be covering the Rockies’ home opener live from Coors Field on Friday from 4:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. First pitch is at 2:10 p.m. on 9NEWS.

The Rockies’ radio broadcast is on KOA NewsRadio 850 AM and 94.1 FM, as well as in Spanish on KNRV 1150 AM.


Weekend forecast

The home-opening Rockies game, with a 2:10 p.m. first pitch on Friday, could see a mixed bag of weather.

A storm system arrives Friday in Colorado with mountain snow, plus gusty winds and cooler temperatures across the Denver area and plains. The Denver area will get mostly wind Friday afternoon.

Friday: Cooler with a few clouds, and windy. High temp 55.Saturday: Clearing and milder. High temp 64.Sunday: Sunny and warmer Easter. High temp 69.

See the latest weather information and forecast here.


Friday home opener timeline

7 a.m. The O.G. at McGregor Square opens.9 a.m. Opening Day festivities presented by Coors Light begins at McGregor Square; games and activities for all ages.McGregor Square Food+Drink opens.Coors Field parking lots open.
10:30 a.m. Live DJ duo throughout the day at McGregor Square.11:15 a.m. Rockies Batting Practice.12 p.m. All gates open.2026 magnet schedule giveaway.
12:20 p.m. Phillies Batting Practice.1:15 p.m. Pregame Ceremonies beginFirst pitch by Colorado FIRST Robotics students Rishabh Kapoor and Narelle Boyer.First pitch by Boys & Girls Club City Youth of the Year Justin Boniface.First pitch by David McReynolds.Presentation of center field flag by U.S. Armed Services Honor Guard and local first responders.National anthem performed by Stellar Brass with Technical Sergeant Matthew Brooker, accompanied by fireworks.Planned flyover conducted by the F-16 Fighting Falcons.Hunter Goodman 2025 Silver Slugger ceremony.2:08 p.m. Rockies take the field, accompanied by fireworks.2:10 p.m. Play ball.


Coors Field parking

Coors Field parking lots are outside the right-field Gate A entrance with access at Wazee Street and Park Avenue or 33rd & Blake streets. For the home opener, Coors Field parking lots open at 9 a.m.

The price per game for Lot A starts at $20 per vehicle. The price per game for Lot B starts at $18 per vehicle. Passes can be purchased online at Rockies.com/Parking.


Coors Field policies

Gates for the home opener open at noon. Fans entering the gates for the home opener will receive a 2026 Colorado Rockies Magnet Schedule.

Pregame ceremonies begin at 1:15 p.m., and first pitch is at 2:10 p.m. Fans are encouraged to be in their seats by 1 p.m.

The Rockies recommend fans arrive early to avoid crowding at the gates. In addition, fans should enter the gate shown on their ticket. CLEAR members can enter through a dedicated lane at Gate C.

Only single-pocket, medical and diaper bags that are no larger than 16”x16”x8” can be brought into the ballpark. Backpacks and other multi-pocket bags, including multi-pocket purses, are not permitted.

Coors Field is primarily a cashless facility. Apple Pay is accepted in all ballpark retail and concession locations.


Rockies tickets

Single game tickets and season tickets for the entire season are on sale now.

Tickets are sold at Rockies.com/Tickets, 303-762-5437 or at the Coors Field Ticket Office and Rockies Dugout Stores.


New food at Coors Field

Aramark, the official food and beverages vendor of Coors Field, announced new items on menu as the Rockies’ downtown Denver ballpark celebrates its 31st season.

The new items include boozy ice cream, a Dubai cinnamon roll, pizza donuts, a brisket taco, new cheesesteak sandwiches, and a “glizzilla” — a two-foot, one-pound hot dog.

The viral 9-9-9 challenge will also makes its debut at six ballparks this summer, including Coors Field. The 9-9-9 challenge involves consuming nine beers and nine hot dogs during a nine-inning baseball game.

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Denver’s Polidori Sausage also returns to Coors Field this season. America’s oldest family-owned sausage company, the sausage maker will have vendors at Coors Field’s Sections 107, 149, and 321.

Chicken brand Birdcall makes its Coors Field debut this season at the newly revamped Mezzanine Level near Section 204 in right field.


Rockies games on 9NEWS in 2026

During the 2026 season, the Rockies and 9NEWS will continue their partnership that brings Major League Baseball back to local television in Colorado. Ten Rockies games will be broadcast on KTVD Channel 20. Five of the games will also simulcast on 9NEWS KUSA.

Those living in the Denver metro and surrounding areas of Colorado will be able to watch the Rockies games on 9NEWS and KTVD for free over-the-air with a digital antenna, as well as on Xfinity, DirectTV, Dish Network, Fubo, and DirectTV Stream.

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