Lincoln to Host 2026 American Association All-Star Game

Haymarket Park and the Lincoln Saltdogs will welcome the league's top talent for the first time since 2003.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 4:55pm

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The American Association of Professional Baseball has selected Lincoln, Nebraska and the Lincoln Saltdogs to host the 2026 American Association All-Star Game. The league's marquee midseason event will be held at Haymarket Park from July 13-15, 2026, marking the first time Lincoln has hosted the All-Star Game since 2003.

Why it matters

Hosting the American Association All-Star Game is a major event for the city of Lincoln and the Lincoln Saltdogs, who have been a fixture in the community for 25 years. The event will showcase Lincoln's Haymarket Park, which has been voted the best playing surface in the American Association for 24 consecutive seasons, and celebrate the city's passion for baseball.

The details

The 2026 All-Star celebration will include an All-Star Youth Clinic, tours and experiences around Lincoln, and a Hall of Fame banquet. The Home Run Derby and All-Star Game will take place on July 15, followed by a fireworks show. More than 50 of the American Association's top players are expected to participate in the event.

  • The 2026 American Association All-Star Game will be held from July 13-15, 2026.
  • The Saltdogs will open the 2026 season at home on May 15, hosting the Sioux Falls Canaries.

The players

Josh Schaub

Commissioner of the American Association of Professional Baseball.

Jeff Maul

Executive director and vice president of Visit Lincoln.

Shane Tritz

General Manager of the Lincoln Saltdogs.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to bring the 2026 American Association All-Star Game to Lincoln. Haymarket Park is one of the premier venues in our league, and the Saltdogs organization has a tremendous track record of delivering first-class events. This showcase will celebrate the best talent in the American Association and the incredible fan support that makes Lincoln such a special baseball community.”

— Josh Schaub, Commissioner of the American Association of Professional Baseball

“For a quarter of a century, Lincoln and the Saltdogs have brought baseball and fun to the local area, showing Lincoln's ongoing love for America's favorite pastime. Haymarket Park continues to stand out among its peers as one of the very best ballparks in the country, year after year, and welcomes thousands of visitors to Lincoln for baseball and more. We are extremely excited to host this year's American Association All-Star Game—this will truly be a summer to remember for baseball in our community and one we talk about for years to come.”

— Jeff Maul, Executive director and vice president of Visit Lincoln

“Being selected to host the 2026 American Association All-Star Game during our 25th anniversary season is a tremendous honor. It's an opportunity to celebrate the players and their accomplishments, while also celebrating our fans, our community, and all our marketing partners who have supported the Lincoln Saltdogs over the past 25 years. We're excited to welcome the league to Lincoln to highlight our great city, and we look forward to creating an unforgettable experience for everyone.”

— Shane Tritz, General Manager of the Lincoln Saltdogs

What’s next

Additional details, including ticket information and a complete schedule of events, will be announced at a later date by the Saltdogs and the American Association.

The takeaway

Hosting the American Association All-Star Game is a major coup for Lincoln and the Saltdogs, showcasing the city's passion for baseball and the high-quality facilities at Haymarket Park. This event will bring national attention to Lincoln and its thriving baseball community.