April 02, 2018

Tailgate before Phillies' Opening Night to benefit Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation

There will be kegs of beer, spiked lemonade and Jell-O shots for the 21-plus crowd

By Sinead Cummings
PhillyVoice Staff

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Fans take in a game at Citizens Bank Park.

Before the Phillies' Opening Night game on Saturday, April 7, join in a tailgate for a good cause.

Since 2010, Mike and Kelly Goldovich have hosted a Phillies tailgate benefiting Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation.

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Last year's tailgate raised $15,000 for the charity organization, which aids children with cancer.

Tickets to join in are $25 in advance online and $30 day-of at the tailgate. Included are beverages, food, music and games.

There will be kegs of beer, spiked lemonade and Jell-O shots for the 21-plus crowd. As for food, attendees can expect burgers, hot dogs, tomato pie, hoagies, pretzels and other snacks.

The family-friendly tailgate will take place in Lincoln Financial Field's K lot, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. The Philadelphia Phillies face off against the Miami Marlins at 6:05 p.m.