Cosmic Baseball Comes to Grand Rapids in 2026—What You Need to Know

Get ready to get glowing, Grand Rapids, because Cosmic Baseball is coming!

What Is Cosmic Baseball?

Cosmic Baseball is a glow-in-the-dark spectacle with UV-reactive balls, neon uniforms, black lights, and a party atmosphere that feels part sporting event, part concert.

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The game starts off looking fairly normal, aside from a few twists like pitchers wearing helmets or players running bases backward. After dusk, however, the field transforms into a dazzling, fluorescent showdown.

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Fans cheer on two traveling teams, the Cosmic Chili Peppers and the Glow Mojis, made up largely of former pros who bring both skill and showmanship to the stage.

After selling out ballparks across the country and building a massive waitlist, Cosmic Baseball is ready for its third season—and Grand Rapids is officially on the lineup!

Cosmic Baseball Comes to Grand Rapids in 2026

In a post to Instagram, locations for Cosmic Baseball in 2026 were revealed. The illuminated baseball party is coming to LMCU Ballpark, home of the West Michigan Whitecaps.

According to the West Michigan Whitecaps, the game is August 8, 2026.

How to Get Tickets for Cosmic Baseball in Grand Rapids

The tour completely sold out, so I'd join the ticket lottery as soon as possible if you want to go. You can do that here!

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Here’s how it works: if you’re chosen, you’ll get a text and email notification, giving you a window to buy tickets before the event sells out.