Whether you’re planning to root for the Redbirds in the bleachers, stands or at home, here’s everything you need to know.

ST. LOUIS — The St. Louis Cardinals will be in action at Busch Stadium on Thursday for the first time in the 2026 Major League Baseball season! 

Baseball fans will head to downtown St. Louis to watch their Cardinals play the home opener. Whether you’re planning to root for the Redbirds in the bleachers, stands or at home, here’s everything you need to know.


What time is the Cardinals game?

The first pitch will be at 3:15 p.m. CDT on Thursday, March 26.


Who are the Cardinals playing?

The Tampa Bay Rays come to Busch Stadium for a three-game series against the Cardinals. This will be the Rays’ first game of the 2026 season.


What channel is the Cardinals game on?

MLB will produce and distribute all of the team’s in-market games. The broadcasts will be available through traditional cable and satellite providers and blackout-free broadcasts on Cardinals.TV, MLB.com and the MLB app.

If you want to stream the Cardinals this season, you can buy a full-season subscription for $99.99 or pay per month for $19.99.

Click here to find more information on how to watch this season.


Are tickets still available? 

Yes, tickets are still available for opening day. 

A single standing room only ticket will run $49 and a single seat in the bleachers starts as low as $64. 

Single-game tickets can be bought here.


What else do I need to know?

If you are looking for information about parking, rideshares or taking public transportation to Busch Stadium, click here.

Want to know what’s new at Busch Stadium this season? Click here.

Need to know what you can and can’t bring into Busch Stadium? Find that information here. 

What’s the schedule leading up to the first pitch? The answer is here. 

Who’s on the Cardinals’ Opening Day roster? Click here to see.Â