Savannah Bananas schedule 2027: Will NJ, NYC land Banana Ball?

Will Banana Ball come to New Jersey or New York City in 2027?

Fans could get their answer Thursday when the Savannah Bananas reveal their 2027 World Tour schedule, announcing the cities and venues selected for next year’s tour. The team has teased new MLB and NFL stadiums as part of the reveal.

That has fueled speculation about whether the New York metro area could land a stop at venues such as MetLife Stadium, Yankee Stadium or Citi Field. Interest in the team has expanded beyond baseball this year, helped by national TV appearances and recent attention surrounding Bananas player Jackson Olson, who’s competing on ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars.” The Bananas previously played at Yankee Stadium and have increasingly taken Banana Ball to some of the country’s biggest sports venues.

When is the Savannah Bananas schedule 2027 reveal?

The Savannah Bananas will reveal the 2027 Banana Ball World Tour schedule during the City Selection Show at 6 p.m. Thursday. Fans can watch on ESPN2 and the Banana Ball YouTube channel. The organization says the reveal will announce cities and venues for next year’s tour.

Will Savannah Bananas come to New Jersey or New York City in 2027?

That’s one of the biggest questions heading into Thursday’s reveal.

The team has not announced any New Jersey or New York-area stops, but the organization has said it received interest from more than 200 cities and was considering about 75 locations for the 2027 tour. Thursday’s announcement will reveal the selected cities and venues. Keep an eye on USA TODAY Network’s live coverage of the Banana Ball City Selection reveal tomorrow.

Could MetLife Stadium, Yankee Stadium or Citi Field make the schedule?

It’s possible. The Bananas played at Yankee Stadium in April during the 2026 tour and have increasingly brought Banana Ball to major sports venues, including Gillette Stadium and the Caesars Superdome. The team has also teased additional MLB and NFL stadiums as part of its 2027 announcement.

For fans in the New York Metro area, potential venues to watch include MetLife Stadium, Yankee Stadium and Citi Field.

Who are the Savannah Bananas?

The Savannah Bananas are the best-known team in the Banana Ball Championship League, an entertainment-focused baseball league that has grown into a national attraction. The league now includes six teams and is planning about 75 locations for the 2027 tour.

Interest in the Bananas has expanded beyond sports thanks to social media, television appearances and players such as Jackson Olson, who is competing on “Dancing with the Stars.” The ABC show has recently featured Banana Ball-themed segments and highlighted the Banana Bowl championship game, helping introduce the team to viewers who may not have previously followed Banana Ball.

What is Banana Ball?

Banana Ball is the fast-paced baseball-style game played by the Savannah Bananas and teams including the Party Animals, Texas Tailgaters, Firefighters, Loco Beach Coconuts and Indianapolis Clowns. The format includes unique rules designed to keep games moving and emphasize fan entertainment. The league is expected to visit about 75 locations during its 2027 tour.

Lori Comstock is a New Jersey-based reporter covering trending news with USA TODAY Network’s Mid-Atlantic Connect Team. She covers news in the Northeast, including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia.Reach her at [email protected].

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