Padres Unveil Vibrant City Connect 2.0 Uniforms

New design celebrates San Diego's Dia de los Muertos traditions and binational culture.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 3:07pm

A cubist, geometric painting depicting the various design elements of the Padres' new City Connect 2.0 uniforms, including the La Catrina sleeve patch, the refreshed wordmark, and the bone-colored cap with a floral pattern, all rendered in a bold, fragmented style.The Padres' City Connect 2.0 uniforms celebrate San Diego's Dia de los Muertos traditions and binational culture through a vibrant, fractured design.San Diego Today

The San Diego Padres have unveiled their City Connect 2.0 uniforms, featuring a striking new design that pays homage to the city's Dia de los Muertos traditions and celebrates the team's binational San Diego-Tijuana region. The uniforms include a La Catrina sleeve patch, a refreshed wordmark inspired by the coastline, and a bone-colored cap with a floral pattern.

Why it matters

The Padres' City Connect uniforms are an opportunity for the team to connect with its diverse fanbase and highlight the rich cultural traditions of San Diego. These new designs build on the success of the initial City Connect program, further integrating the team's identity with the local community.

The details

The Padres' City Connect 2.0 uniforms feature several distinctive design elements. The sleeve patch depicts La Catrina, an iconic symbol of Dia de los Muertos, surrounded by ofrenda candles and set against an aqua backdrop. The refreshed wordmark is inspired by the region's coastline, spectacular sunsets, and active lifestyle. The bone-colored cap has a floral pattern on the interior, a nod to one of the team's legendary players. Marigold patterns are sublimated on the sleeve trim and pant braids, representing the joy and beauty of life.

  • The Padres unveiled the new City Connect 2.0 uniforms on April 9, 2026.

The players

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What’s next

The Padres will wear the new City Connect 2.0 uniforms for the first time on April 22, 2026, when they host the Los Angeles Dodgers.

The takeaway

The Padres' City Connect 2.0 uniforms showcase the team's commitment to celebrating San Diego's diverse culture and traditions. By honoring Dia de los Muertos and the region's binational identity, the Padres are strengthening their connection with the local community and showcasing the vibrant spirit of their fanbase.