Famed New York Yankees Centerfielder and guitarist extraordinaire, Bernie Williams, is back for our 8th Annual Bernie Williams Day! This longstanding Playhouse tradition features a star-studded day with celebrities from the worlds of sports and music, all to benefit the Ridgefield Playhouse’s Arts in Education program.
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The day begins with a celebrity softball game at Ciuccoli field on the Playhouse campus with Bernie and a whole lot of special guests, preceded by an on-field ceremony to commemorate the day. During the game, the concession stand will be serving refreshments, snacks and commemorative merchandise! Plus, children (or adults – no judgement) can get their face painted for free!
Following the game will be a VIP cookout for all sponsors and VIP ticket holders. General admission attendees can head to Dimitri’s Diner (16 Prospect St) and receive 10% off when they show their ticket!
After the cookout we’ll head indoors for an All-Star concert featuring Bernie Williams & His Band of Friends. Stay tuned for special guest musician announcements. In previous years, we have welcomed musical guests GE Smith, Paul Simon, John Scofield, Paul Shaffer, Mindi Abair, and many others!
Proceeds benefit the Ridgefield Playhouse Arts in Education Program, which provides FREE educational performances, bussing, lunches, and books to thousands of students every year.
Mariano Rivera
Doc Gooden
Jeff Nelson
John Starks
Nick Fradiani
Nicky Cass
Jeremy Sisto
Kait Maniscalco
Confirmed Musical Guests:
Orianthi
Louis Cato
Timeline
11am Early Access Ticket Holders* | Family Friendly Activities Begin!
12pm Field Opens for Ticket Holders
1-3pm National Anthem, Check Presentation & Celebrity Baseball Game
3pm BMW Sponsored VIP Cookout in Tent**
4pm Playhouse doors open for concert
5pm Indoor Concert
*Early Access Passes are limited. **Access is limited to Gold Circle Ticket Holders & Event Sponsors
Please Note: Special guests will be announced periodically, and based on their schedules, are all subject to change.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Home Run
The Donofrio Family
Triple
Canine Training & Behavior Services, LLC
Merrill a Bank of America Co.
Double
BMW of Ridgefield
Durants Party Rentals
M&T Bank
Carol & Tom Newman
Tiger Sports
Single
Blue Moon
Nuvance Health
Ridgefield Rotary Club
Additional Support By:
Bailey’s Backyard
Bedford New Canaan Magazine
Bridge Street Premium Ice Company
Campari
Dr. Blaine Langberg
Freixenet Mionetto
Local-Insta
MBW Lawyers
The Painted Cookie
Pop Art! Kids
Town of Ridgefield
Whud Radio