The Savannah Bananas are bringing their viral baseball circus to Baltimore’s Oriole Park at Camden Yards on August 1 and 2, 2025, as part of their sold-out 2025 Banana Ball World Tour. For a city whose MLB team has struggled to fill seats this season, the Bananas’ arrival is a phenomenon that’s turning heads and sparking curiosity among both baseball diehards and casual fans.
Camden Yards Prepares for a Sellout Spectacle
Oriole Park at Camden Yards, with its official 2025 seating capacity of 44,970, is no stranger to big events. But this season, the Baltimore Orioles have managed to sell out only two games, one of which was Opening Day. Attendance is down more than 8% from last year, and just three games have drawn more than 35,000 fans. This stands in stark contrast to the league-wide trend, where Major League Baseball is enjoying its third consecutive year of attendance growth, averaging nearly 27,900 fans per game.
Enter the Savannah Bananas, whose two-game stint at Camden Yards sold out instantly through a ticket lottery system, reflecting a demand that’s rarely seen for regular MLB games in Baltimore these days. Suite tickets are still available via the Orioles, but general admission seats are long gone, a testament to the Bananas’ unique appeal.
Who Are the Savannah Bananas?
If you’re new to the Bananas, you’re not alone. Founded as a collegiate summer league team in Savannah, Georgia, they’ve become a national sensation by blending baseball with high-energy entertainment, comedy, and crowd participation. Often described as the “Harlem Globetrotters of baseball,” the Bananas have turned the sport into a spectacle that’s equal parts athleticism and performance art.
Their games are packed with choreographed dances, outrageous stunts, and fan-involved antics. The team’s “Banana Ball” format is specifically designed to keep things lively and unpredictable, with rules that ensure a fast pace and constant engagement. Every inning is a new opportunity for something unexpected, and no two games are ever the same.
The Bananas’ Meteoric Rise
The Bananas’ popularity has exploded in recent years, making them one of the most sought-after tickets in sports. Their 2025 tour includes stops at 18 Major League stadiums and three football stadiums, hitting 40 cities across 25 states—a schedule that rivals any major league team for reach and ambition.
Their fanbase is massive and growing, fueled by a dominant presence on social media platforms like TikTok, where they boast more followers than most professional sports teams. In 2025 alone, the Bananas have played in front of record-breaking crowds, including 81,000 fans at Clemson University’s Memorial Stadium and 148,000 over one weekend in Charlotte—numbers that dwarf most regular-season MLB games.
With attractions such as “the World’s Tallest Pitcher”, the Banana’s are racking up views online even faster than they are selling out ballparks.
What Makes “Banana Ball” So Different?
Banana Ball is not just baseball with a twist—it’s a radical reimagining of the game. Here’s what sets it apart:
If a fan catches a foul ball, the batter is out.
Stepping out of the batter’s box is an automatic strike.
Bunting is strictly prohibited—try it, and you’re ejected.
Walks are replaced by a mad dash around the bases while the defense scrambles to touch every player with the ball before the runner scores.
No mound visits are allowed.
Games are capped at two hours, ensuring a brisk, action-packed experience.
Extra innings are settled by a dramatic one-on-one showdown between a batter and a lone fielder.
These rules, combined with a relentless focus on fan interaction, make every Bananas game a unique, high-energy event.
Why Should Baltimore Care?
For Baltimore, the Bananas’ visit is more than just a novelty—it’s a glimpse into the future of sports entertainment. While traditional baseball faces challenges in attracting younger and more diverse audiences, the Bananas have cracked the code by making the game accessible, inclusive, and, above all, fun. Their approach appeals to families, casual fans, and even those who have never watched a full baseball game before.
The Bananas’ sold-out games at Camden Yards are poised to be among the most memorable events of the summer, offering a blend of sports and spectacle that’s unlike anything else in professional baseball. Whether you’re a lifelong Orioles fan or just looking for a night of laughter and excitement, the Bananas promise an experience you won’t forget.
If you missed out on tickets, you’re not alone. With a waitlist that stretches into the millions and a tour that’s breaking attendance records nationwide, the Savannah Bananas are redefining what it means to be a baseball fan—and showing Baltimore that sometimes, going “bananas” is exactly what the game needs.
