Milwaukee Dancing Grannies to Perform at World Series
The local group will join a large ensemble of performers for the pregame show at American Family Field this Friday.
Updated on Oct. 19, 2026 in Dance
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The Milwaukee Dancing Grannies will take the field alongside 350 performers for the 2026 World Series pregame show on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026. The performance at American Family Field will be broadcast nationally by FOX.
Why it matters
The event serves as a high-profile showcase for local talent on a major national stage during one of baseball's most-watched games. The performance emphasizes community movement and presence as part of the opening ceremony.
A total of 350 participants are slated to take the field during the pregame show. This large-scale production will be broadcast to a national television audience via FOX.
The players
Milwaukee Dancing Grannies
This local performance group is composed of grandmothers who participate in parades and major community events.
FOX
This national media organization is the primary broadcaster for the World Series games.
The details
Selected performers, including the Milwaukee Dancing Grannies, will utilize presence and movement to fill the field just minutes before the first pitch is thrown. The group members secured their spots after receiving official selection confirmation emails.
Timeline
Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026: Rehearsals and costume fittings are expected to begin.
Friday, Oct. 23, 2026: Game 1 of the World Series occurs.
Industry Dynamics
The production follows a trend of large-scale, televised pregame ceremonies that prioritize mass participation to build excitement for major sporting events. This strategy contrasts with more intimate, instrument-focused entertainment by utilizing a broader ensemble to increase visual presence.
Viewers can watch the ensemble performance on FOX during the pregame coverage prior to the first pitch on Friday. Those attending in person at American Family Field will witness the choreography live just minutes before the game begins.
The takeaway
Large-scale sporting events often rely on local talent to generate community engagement and spectacle. Fans attending future major events should check for pregame schedules early to avoid missing ceremonial performances.
Further reading
For more on local performance groups, see Milwaukee Dance.
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