About
The Mets' High-A affiliate opens its 2027 home season against the Jersey Shore BlueClaws on the Coney Island boardwalk.
Minor-league baseball on the boardwalk is one of the great cheap nights in New York — sunset over the Atlantic, the Parachute Jump lit up and future Mets on the field. Opening night brings the full promo treatment and a big crowd. It also marks the unofficial start of Coney Island's season. Pair it with a pre-game walk on the boardwalk and a Nathan's hot dog for the full Coney experience.
What to expect
A roughly three-hour game with between-inning promotions; expect a family crowd, boardwalk food and cold early-April wind off the water.
Good to know
- Maimonides Park is at Surf Ave & W 17th St — D/F/N/Q to Coney Island–Stillwell Av
- Check the Cyclones' schedule for first-pitch time; weeknight games are usually evening
- Tickets are inexpensive and rarely sell out except promo nights
- Dress warmly — April nights on the boardwalk are cold
- The second home game of the series is Sat Apr 10
Going? Keep it.
More sports this weekend
Common questions
Is this affiliated with the Mets?
Yes — the Cyclones are the Mets' High-A affiliate.
Is Luna Park open?
Luna Park typically opens for the season around this time; check its hours separately.