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Rays replace 2021 Fan Fest with charity “Drive-Thru Event” on March 27

In lieu of a traditional Fan Fest event, the Tampa Bay Rays will host Drive to Opening Day, a new drive-thru event in the Tropicana Field parking lots.

“Presented by Bayfront Health St. Petersburg, Drive to Opening Day” will take place on Saturday, March 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

With COVID-19 still prevalent in the Tampa Bay area, the Rays have transformed the preseason event into a drive-thru concept with giveaways, experiences and photo opportunities from fans’ cars. Fan hosts, DJs and mascots Raymond and DJ Kitty will be on hand at stations throughout the event.