MLB Ballparks Introduce Oversized Stadium Foods For 2026

Major League Baseball begins the 2026 season with new concession offerings across several stadiums in the United States. Teams and stadium operators are adding menu items that go beyond traditional ballpark foods such as hot dogs and peanuts.

Food service companies Aramark Sports + Entertainment and Levy operate concessions in multiple MLB venues. For the 2026 season, they are introducing new food items, drinks and fan experiences across the league. Aramark said its updates will appear in eight stadiums.

Philadelphia will host All-Star festivities at Citizens Bank Park. The schedule includes a fan experience takeover at the Convention Center starting July 11, the Home Run Derby on July 13 and the MLB All-Star Game on July 14.

Several new menu items will appear in stadiums as the season begins:

• Glizzilla — Coors Field, Colorado Rockies: A two-foot hot dog weighing one pound and designed for sharing.
• Schwarbomb Sundae — Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia Phillies: Soft-serve ice cream topped with a fried strawberry Uncrustable sandwich, strawberry sauce and fruity cereal pieces. A portion of proceeds benefits Schwarber’s Neighborhood Heroes.
• Brisket Donuts — Daikin Park, Houston Astros: Two fried brisket rings served with barbecue sauce and homemade mac and cheese.
• Machete — LoanDepot Park, Miami Marlins: A two-foot folded tortilla filled with carne asada, mozzarella and Oaxaca cheeses, guajillo pepper sauce, salsa verde and cilantro. It is served in a custom carrying case.
• Chicken and churros — Wrigley Field, Chicago Cubs: Fried chicken thighs served with churros, ancho pepper syrup and fresh strawberries.

Aramark is also bringing back the 9-9-9 Challenge, which first appeared during the 2025 Philadelphia Phillies postseason. The challenge involves eating nine mini hot dogs and drinking nine flight-sized beers during nine innings.

Competitive eater Joey Chestnut partnered with Aramark to demonstrate the challenge. It will be available to fans age 21 and older with valid government-issued identification while supplies last.

Participating locations include:

• Citi Field — Willets Point Brewery and The Metro Market
• Citizens Bank Park — Section 128
• Coors Field — Fanfare, Section 139
• Daikin Park — Crawford Dogs, Sections 109 and 418
• Kauffman Stadium — Double Dip Hoagies, Section 247
• Oracle Park — Doggie Diner, Scoreboard Plaza

Souvenir containers returning to several ballparks include:

• Beer Bat: Available at Citi Field, Citizens Bank Park, Coors Field, Kauffman Stadium, Oracle Park and PNC Park.
• Cooler Cup: Available at Citizens Bank Park, Coors Field, Fenway Park, Kauffman Stadium beginning mid-season and Oracle Park beginning in May.
• Fast Ball Souvenir Cup: Available at Citi Field, Kauffman Stadium, Oracle Park and PNC Park.
• Popcorn Bat: A 98-ounce container available at Coors Field, Kauffman Stadium and Oracle Park.

Eight stadiums are part of Aramark’s 2026 concession program: Citi Field, Citizens Bank Park, Coors Field, Daikin Park, Kauffman Stadium, Fenway Park, Oracle Park and PNC Park.

At Citi Field, home of the New York Mets, new items include dishes from Adam Richman’s Burger Hall of Fame, apple pie Liège waffles, an Italian sausage hoagie, Mr. Met chocolate whoopie pies and a new cotton candy brand called Spun.

At Citizens Bank Park, the Philadelphia Phillies are introducing several menu items connected to players and local food brands.

Items include:

• 1883 Burger Co Smash Burger with Pat LaFrieda patties and American cheese
• Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers behind home plate
• Hatfield Phootlong Dog served on a Liscio’s Bakery potato roll
• LaScala’s Fire restaurant group inside the Philadelphia Insurance Club

Player-inspired dishes include:

• Sánchez Sliders, created with pitcher Cristopher Sánchez, with chicken tenders, pickles and hot honey. Proceeds support Clínica de Familia in La Romana.
• Schwarbomb Sundae, served in a 2026 MLB All-Star Game batting helmet. Proceeds support Schwarber’s Neighborhood Heroes.
• The Sweeper, a ribeye sandwich topped with pizza sauce, provolone and pepperoni created with pitcher Jesús Luzardo. The item is sold only when Luzardo pitches and benefits The Luzardo Family Foundation.

Additional food options include Wilt’s Chocolate Smothered Berries, the Bull’s BBQ Sampler Platter and expanded Manco & Manco Pizza locations.

New beverages include Yuengling Lager Phillies Powder Blue cans introduced with pitcher Aaron Nola and Budweiser limited-edition Phillies cans celebrating the company’s 150th anniversary and America’s 250th birthday.

Citizens Bank Park will also introduce the GHOST Energy Deck in the Left Field Scoreboard Porch. Drinks available there include Broad Street Bomber, GHOST Fusion, Red, White & BOOM and the Creamsicle Walk-Off. GHOST Energy is the official energy drink of the Phillies and was co-founded by Ryan Hughes of West Chester.

Other additions include Corona Beer Garden grab-and-go locations in Sections 314 and 327 and a Coca-Cola Home Plate grab-and-go market using Amazon Just Walk Out technology near Section 126.

The stadium will also open a two-level New Era Team Store selling All-Star merchandise and apparel brands including Lululemon, Ralph Lauren, Travis Mathew and Tommy Bahama. Senior merchandise manager Francis Winkey said a new line of Phanatic women’s accessories will include a backpack, purse and clutch.

Star Wars Night at Citizens Bank Park is scheduled for June 3.

At Coors Field in Denver, new items include Boozy Ice Cream served in a mini helmet for fans age 21 and older, a Dubai Cinnamon Roll with ice cream and pistachios, Pizza Donuts, Taco Momalona with brisket and pork belly and cheesesteak sandwiches from the Wit Love brand.

At Daikin Park in Houston, menu items include the Banh Mi Dog, Boomin Onion variations, Brisket Donuts, Buffalo Chicken Pizza and the Crawlache sausage pastry. The stadium will also open a renovated Phillips 66 Diamond Club with an open kitchen.

At Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, the menu includes a Beef Short Rib Corn Dog, a Beef Wellington Hot Dog and a Chicken and Waffle Cone.

At Fenway Park in Boston, new foods include Lobstah Poutine, Mini Empanadas, the Surf & Turf Dog and a Spicy Cabot Grilled Cheese sandwich.

At Oracle Park in San Francisco, additions include the Char Siu Dog, Birria Loaded Grilled Cheese, banh mi sandwiches and rice bowls at Pacific Eats in Section 127 and the Peruchín Sandwich with jerk chicken and mango salsa. Theme nights at the park will feature limited-time food and drinks.

At PNC Park in Pittsburgh, menu items include the Boricua Dog, Coop Puppy chicken sandwich, Heavy Hitter Dog served in a bat-shaped container, Nutella Beignets and a Smoked Turkey Leg served with mac and cheese. The park will also bring back the Treasure Map attraction and add two locations of Tenders, Love and Chicken.