Nashville to Host 2027 Banana Bowl at Nissan Stadium
The Savannah Bananas will conclude their 2027 season with a championship game held in Nashville on Sept. 25, 2027.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Baseball
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The Savannah Bananas officially announced that the 2027 Banana Bowl will take place at Nissan Stadium in Nashville on Sept. 25, 2027. This championship event follows the inaugural game held in Washington, D.C., in October 2026.
Why it matters
The choice of a major venue like Nissan Stadium reflects the growing scale of the exhibition baseball tour and its move toward hosting large-scale championship events in professional stadiums. Fans can now register for the ticket lottery to secure seats for this upcoming match.
The 2027 tour will feature 30 dates, marking a significant expansion for the exhibition series. The first Banana Bowl concluded with a 2-1 victory for the Texas Tailgaters over the Savannah Bananas.
The players
Savannah Bananas
The Savannah Bananas are an exhibition baseball team known for their unique brand of Banana Ball which incorporates fast-paced rules and entertainment.
Texas Tailgaters
The Texas Tailgaters are a competing exhibition team that defeated the Savannah Bananas in the inaugural Banana Bowl.
Nissan Stadium
Nissan Stadium is a major multipurpose venue in Nashville that serves as the home field for the Tennessee Titans.
The details
The 2027 season is set to kick off on Feb. 5, 2027, in Monterrey, Mexico, before continuing with games across the United States and Canada. Fans interested in attending the championship at Nissan Stadium can register for the ticket lottery through the team website.
Timeline
2025: Savannah Bananas played at Nissan Stadium.
June 2026: Savannah Bananas played at First Horizon Park.
Oct. 10-11, 2026: First Banana Bowl occurred in Washington, D.C.
Oct. 15, 2026: 2027 Banana Bowl location announced.
Sept. 25, 2027: 2027 Banana Bowl occurs at Nissan Stadium.
Season Trajectory
The 2027 event follows the pattern established by the first Banana Bowl held in Washington, D.C., by expanding to a larger stadium. This announcement signals a shift toward hosting major championship games in professional arenas rather than traditional minor league parks.
Fans can register for the championship game ticket lottery through the official team website until the Oct. 31 cutoff. Those interested in the 2027 season should note that the tour will visit multiple stadiums across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
The takeaway
The move to Nissan Stadium highlights the increasing popularity of exhibition-style sports tours. Attendees should prepare for the ticket lottery process early to ensure access to high-demand championship matches.
What happens next
Fans must sign up for the 2027 ticket lottery by the Oct. 31 deadline to be eligible for tickets to the event.
Further reading
For more news regarding local events and team schedules, visit the Nashville Baseball section.
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