In addition to a number of exciting games that will take place on the field, fans can experience history in the final days of Little League Baseball 2024.® World Series, presented by T-Mobile, this weekend.
Here’s a sneak peek of what to expect from this weekend’s festivities (all times ET and subject to change):
Saturday, August 22
- The complex opens at 8 a.m.
- Fan Zone open from 10am to 4pm
- Flagship store open from 8am to 6pm
- Museum open from 9am to 6pm
Little League Challenger Division® Plays presented by Eggland’s Best (10:30 a.m.)
Teams from Manalapan, New Jersey, and Mission Viejo, California, will participate in this one-of-a-kind game that will showcase the opportunities the Little League Challenger Division provides to more than 30,000 children with physical and intellectual disabilities in over 900 leagues worldwide. The game will also be broadcast live on PBS station WVIA in Northeastern Pennsylvania and the Central Susquehanna Valley. Special events include the presentation of the 2024 W. Howard Hartman Little League Friendship Award.
International Championship Match: Asia-Pacific vs. Latin America (12:30 p.m. – ABC)
Head to Lamade Stadium to see which team takes home the title of International Champion and secures a spot in the 2024 LLBWS Championship game on Sunday. Ceremonial first pitch with Mickey Mouse
US Championship Game: Southwest vs. Southeast (3:30 p.m. – ABC)
Come to the home of the LLBWS to find out who will be crowned US champions and compete for a chance to take home the World Series banner. National Anthem performed by TSgt Melissa Lackore
Sunday, August 23
- The complex opens at 7am
- Fan Zone open from 9am to 3pm
- Flagship store open from 7am to 5pm
- Museum open from 9am to 6pm
Pitch Hit & Run Team Championship (9am)
Fans will have the opportunity to witness a historic event with a special MLB Pitch Hit & Run team on Sunday, August 25 championship will be held for the first time at 9:00 a.m. ET at Volunteer Stadium. The event welcomes baseball and softball players (ages 11-12) to Volunteer Stadium, including Little Leaguers from 14 different leagues. Major League Baseball Pitch Hit & Run is a free event where boys and girls can showcase their baseball and softball skills while earning a chance to compete and perform in the MLB World Series! Athletes will be tested and their measurements will be recorded. Based on their results, they will advance from a local event to a team championship played at MLB ballparks. The top scorers will then qualify for an all-expenses-paid trip for two to compete in the Finals, which will be played as part of the MLB World Series. Fans are strongly encouraged to come to Little League® to support the participants. Entry is free and places are available on a first come, first served basis. Support the participants. Entry is free and places are available on a first come, first served basis.
Consolation game (10am – ESPN)
Come to Lamade Stadium before the World Series championship game to find out who will go home as the third-place finisher in the tournament this year.
World Series Championship Game (3:00 p.m. – ABC)
The historic summer will officially end with the 2024 LLBWS Championship Game at 3 p.m. National anthem will be performed by Julia Roome. Reunion on the field of the #GirlsWithGame who played in the LLBWS. Ceremonial first pitch thrown by the 23rd Girl at the LLBWS, Emma Gainsford (Australia).
Tickets for the Championship weekend
On Championship weekend, tickets are required for entry to Lamade Stadium for all championship games. Tickets are not normally available to the public as they are given to league volunteers and special guests. As always, no ticket is required for the famous “hill,” or terrace overlooking the outfield fence at Howard J. Lamade Stadium, where seating is almost always available. NOTE: Tickets are not required at this time for seating at Lamade Stadium for the Consolation Game, currently scheduled for Sunday, August 25 at 10:00 a.m. ET. Subject to change.
Nighttime Lamade Light Show
Every night, during the fourth-inning break of the final game at Howard J. Lamade Stadium, fans can enjoy a special light show and sing “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” with thousands of other fans in attendance.
LLWS Fanzone
The Little League World Series Fan Zone is the most family-friendly place to visit, offering a fun and unique experience for fans of all ages thanks to the official sponsors of Little League. Before arriving on site, visitors are asked to register by downloading the LLWS app and completing a short questionnaire. Once registered, visitors can use their Fan Pass (found in the app’s navigation) to interact with partners in the on-site Fan Zone. Fans are asked to scan at participating sponsors’ booths to earn points. Fans who earn a total of 500 points can win various Little League prizes.
Flagship Store
While you’re visiting the complex, don’t forget to stop by the official Little League Flagship Store, where you can purchase all of your favorite 2024 LLBWS items and represent your favorite region on Championship Weekend. If you can’t make it to the newly constructed 6,000-square-foot store, you can find your favorite items online at ShopLittleLeague.org.
World of Little League® museum
Located in the upper part of the Little League International Complex, World of Little League® museum is a must-visit place for visitors of all ages to learn about the history of the Little League program through unique and interactive exhibits. The World of Little League® The museum is open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (unless otherwise noted). A free shuttle is available below Volunteer Stadium for guests of the complex to take them up the hill to tour the museum.
More information about the 2024 Little League Baseball World Series, including visitor resources, special guests and more, will be available in the coming months at LittleLeague.org/WorldSeries. As a reminder, there is no charge to attend the Little League Baseball World Series as parking and tickets are completely FREE. To plan your trip to Williamsport and learn more about what to expect during your visit, be sure to visit LittleLeague.org/Visit. Additionally, dates for future World Series events can also be found at LittleLeague.org/WSDates.
