Fans heading to Daikin Park early on Fridays can start the weekend with First Bud Friday Happy Hour, a two-hour pregame event held at the Michelob Ultra Bar.
Bud Light Night includes a special giveaway, drink specials, and one of the most popular themed nights on the Astros’ 2026 promotions schedule.
From 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. CT, fans can enjoy $5 Budweiser draft beers, music from a live DJ, and views of the ballpark before first pitch.
The promotion takes place during every Friday night Astros home game throughout the season, making it one of the most consistent weekly events on the Astros’ promotional calendar.
What to Expect
- $5 Budweiser draft beer specials
- Live DJ entertainment
- Pregame atmosphere at the Michelob Ultra Bar
- Ballpark views before first pitch
First Bud Friday is typically followed by Friday Night Fireworks, creating one of the most popular weekly game-night experiences at Daikin Park.
2026 First Bud Friday Game Dates
- March 27 — vs. Angels
- April 17 — vs. Cardinals
- April 24 — vs. Yankees
- May 15 — vs. Rangers
- May 29 — vs. Brewers
- June 5 — vs. Athletics
- June 19 — vs. Guardians
- July 3 — vs. Rays
- July 17 — vs. Orioles
- July 31 — vs. Rangers
- August 14 — vs. Mariners
- August 21 — vs. Athletics
- September 4 — vs. Diamondbacks
- September 18 — vs. Braves
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