Colorado Rockies Home Opener Draws Fans to McGregor Square

With last-minute tickets scarce, Denver's lively fan zone offers free viewing and entertainment

Apr. 3, 2026 at 5:40pm

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An abstract, expressionist painting in neon colors depicting the energy and excitement of a baseball game, with the Rocky Mountains visible in the background.The electric atmosphere of the Colorado Rockies home opener comes alive in a burst of color and movement, as fans gather to cheer on their team.Denver Today

As the Colorado Rockies kick off their home opener against the Philadelphia Phillies at Coors Field, fans looking for last-minute tickets are finding them hard to come by. However, the nearby McGregor Square is providing an exciting alternative, offering a large outdoor screen to watch the game for free, along with food, drinks, and festive activities throughout the day and into the night.

Why it matters

The Colorado Rockies home opener is a highly anticipated annual event that draws passionate fans to downtown Denver. With limited ticket availability, the activation of McGregor Square as a fan zone provides an inclusive way for the community to come together and celebrate the start of the baseball season.

The details

Tickets for the Rockies-Phillies game at Coors Field are scarce, with the cheapest seats on Ticketmaster starting at $100 just hours before first pitch. However, McGregor Square, located adjacent to the stadium, is offering a free viewing experience on its 66-foot LED screen. The fan zone also features a variety of food options, a full bar, and entertainment like a DJ performing throughout the day and into the night.

  • The Rockies-Phillies game starts at 2:10 p.m. on Friday, April 3, 2026.
  • The festivities at McGregor Square are available until 11 p.m. on Friday, April 3, 2026.

The players

Colorado Rockies

The professional baseball team that plays its home games at Coors Field in Denver, Colorado.

Philadelphia Phillies

The professional baseball team that is playing the Colorado Rockies in the home opener at Coors Field.

McGregor Square

A mixed-use development located next to Coors Field in downtown Denver, which is hosting a fan zone with a large outdoor screen, food, drinks, and entertainment for the Rockies home opener.

Brooke Bishop

The Chief Operating Officer for McGregor Square, who is encouraging people to come downtown and experience the festivities.

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What they’re saying

“If you have not been to downtown in a long time, come back down. Come see what is going on down here. Today is the best day to do it. You are really going to see people out partying, having really good energy and excited to be down here.”

— Brooke Bishop, Chief Operating Officer, McGregor Square

What’s next

The Colorado Rockies will continue their home stand against the Philadelphia Phillies throughout the weekend, with games scheduled for Saturday and Sunday.

The takeaway

The Colorado Rockies home opener is a beloved annual tradition that brings the community together, and with limited ticket availability, the activation of the nearby McGregor Square as a fan zone provides an inclusive way for fans to celebrate the start of the baseball season in downtown Denver.