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Charleston RiverDogs Kick Off Season with Festive Weekend
Minor league team hosts Myrtle Beach for home opener with fireworks and other promotions
Apr. 1, 2026 at 10:45am
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The Charleston RiverDogs minor league baseball team is set to open their 2026 season on April 2 with a three-game series against their rival Myrtle Beach. The opening weekend will feature a variety of fan-friendly promotions, including a post-game fireworks display on Saturday night.
Why it matters
The RiverDogs' home opener is a highly anticipated annual event in Charleston, marking the start of the summer baseball season and bringing the community together around the beloved local team. After a challenging pandemic period, the team is eager to welcome back fans for a festive and celebratory start to the new campaign.
The details
The RiverDogs will host the Myrtle Beach Pelicans for a three-game series from April 2-4 to kick off the 2026 season. On Saturday, April 4, the team will put on a post-game fireworks show to cap off the opening weekend. Other promotions planned for the series include giveaways, special ticket packages, and in-game entertainment.
- The RiverDogs open the 2026 season on April 2.
- The three-game series against Myrtle Beach runs from April 2-4.
- The post-game fireworks display is scheduled for Saturday, April 4.
The players
Charleston RiverDogs
The Charleston RiverDogs are a minor league baseball team that plays in the Low-A East league, serving as the affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays.
Myrtle Beach Pelicans
The Myrtle Beach Pelicans are the Low-A East affiliate of the Texas Rangers, and a long-time rival of the Charleston RiverDogs.
What’s next
Fans can purchase tickets for the RiverDogs' opening weekend series on the team's website or at the box office.
The takeaway
The RiverDogs' home opener marks an exciting start to the summer baseball season in Charleston, as the team looks to build on its loyal fanbase and community connections with a festive and fan-focused opening weekend.
