The Savannah Bananas have unveiled their 2025 Banana Ball World Tour schedule, marking a significant expansion in both scale and reach. This season, the team will perform across 40 cities in 25 states, including 18 Major League Baseball stadiums and three football venues
In a move that cements their status as one of the most electrifying entertainment acts in sports today, the Savannah Bananas have officially announced their 2025 Banana Ball World Tour schedule. The announcement, made live during a packed fan event at Grayson Stadium and streamed globally, has already sent waves of excitement through the baseball community and beyond.
The 2025 schedule is their biggest and boldest yet, spanning 40 cities in 25 states, with performances set to be staged at 18 Major League Baseball stadiums and, for the first time ever, three large football venues. This marks a significant leap forward in scale and reach for the Bananas, who have transformed baseball from a traditional pastime into a full-throttle, laugh-out-loud spectacle that fuses athleticism, entertainment, and sheer unpredictability.
A Bold Leap Forward
Known for their viral dances, comedic antics, and fan-first philosophy, the Bananas have steadily grown from a quirky independent baseball team in Savannah, Georgia, into a worldwide phenomenon. Their unique take on the sport—known as Banana Ball—has captivated fans of all ages, blending the rules of baseball with entertainment in a way no other team dares to attempt.
“This is more than just a schedule—it’s a statement,” said Jesse Cole, the team’s founder and owner, during the unveiling. Dressed in his signature yellow tuxedo, Cole added: “We’re bringing Banana Ball to the biggest stages in sports, proving that fun and joy can change the way the world sees baseball.”
MLB Stadiums Open Their Doors
One of the most notable aspects of this year’s tour is the Bananas’ partnership with Major League Baseball venues. Iconic ballparks such as Fenway Park in Boston, Yankee Stadium in New York, Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, and Wrigley Field in Chicago will all host Banana Ball for the first time.
The inclusion of MLB stadiums is a groundbreaking step, signaling not just recognition but a kind of endorsement from the highest level of the sport. While traditionalists have occasionally questioned the Bananas’ style, MLB’s willingness to open its most hallowed venues to the spectacle shows that Banana Ball is being taken seriously as a cultural force.
Football Venues Enter the Mix
Equally eye-catching is the expansion into football arenas, including the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, AT&T Stadium in Dallas, and Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara. Each of these venues can seat tens of thousands of fans, giving the Bananas an opportunity to stage performances at an unprecedented scale.
“We wanted to see how big this could get,” said head coach Tyler Gillum. “When you walk into a football stadium and imagine Banana Ball with 70,000 fans dancing, singing, and celebrating together—it gives you chills.”
A Festival Atmosphere
The 2025 tour is not just about the games. Each stop will include fan festivals, live music, interactive experiences, and opportunities for fans to meet the players and performers. The Bananas have promised new rules, surprises, and even bigger stunts for the coming season, keeping in line with their philosophy of constantly reinventing what sports entertainment can look like.
Fans are already buzzing online, with social media exploding after the announcement. Tickets are expected to sell out quickly, as many of the 2024 tour stops saw record-breaking attendance and overwhelming demand.
Cultural Impact
The rise of the Bananas has been nothing short of extraordinary. What started as a small-market team facing financial uncertainty has evolved into a brand that is reshaping the way people think about sports. The 2025 tour stands as a milestone not only for the team but for baseball itself, symbolizing a shift toward entertainment-driven experiences that appeal to both die-hard sports fans and casual audiences.
As Jesse Cole summarized during the event: “We’re not just playing baseball—we’re creating memories. And in 2025, we’re going to create more memories than ever before.”
The Banana Ball World Tour kicks off in February 2025, with the opening game slated for Fenway Park, and concludes in late September at Levi’s Stadium in California.