HARDBALL 25TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION – CHICAGO ⚾🎬

25 Years Later… The Love for the Game and the Memories Live On!

Chicago, it's time to bring the team back together!

Join us on Saturday, November 21, 2026, for an unforgettable celebration of the 25th anniversary of the beloved film Hardball!

For 25 years, Hardball has captured hearts, inspired generations, and remained a cultural favorite. Now, we're bringing that nostalgia back to the city where it all began for an exclusive, up-close-and-personal experience with members of the original cast!

Whether you grew up watching the movie, still quote your favorite scenes, or simply want to relive a piece of cinematic history, this is an experience you won't want to miss.

🎬 THE MEET & GREET EXPERIENCE

Your ticket includes access to a 2½-hour reunion experience featuring:

• Meet the Cast: Get up close and personal with original Hardball cast members, including Julian Griffith (Jefferson), Michael Perkins (Kofi), Dewayne Warren (G-Baby).
• Photo Opportunities: Capture memorable moments and take pictures with the cast.
• Autographs: Bring your favorite Hardball memorabilia for an opportunity to get it signed.
• Behind-the-Scenes Stories: Hear personal memories, untold stories, and experiences from the making of the movie.
• Interactive Fan Experience: Connect with the cast, ask questions, and celebrate the film's lasting impact.
• Exclusive Merchandise: Commemorative merchandise available for purchase.
• Music, Nostalgia & Great Vibes: Enjoy an atmosphere celebrating the movie, its legacy, and the city of Chicago.

This isn't just another meet and greet. It's a chance to reconnect with a film that became part of our childhoods and created memories that have lasted 25 years.

📍 EVENT DETAILS

Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026

Location: Room 43 (1039-1043 E 43rd St
Chicago, IL 60653)

Duration: 2½ hours

Admission: Limited tickets available. Advance purchase is strongly encouraged.

🥂 EXCLUSIVE PRIVATE AFTER PARTY

The reunion doesn't have to end at the Meet & Greet!

Keep the celebration going at our exclusive private after party from 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM, featuring music, entertainment, great vibes, and an opportunity to celebrate with fellow Hardball fans and special guests in a more intimate social setting.

PLEASE NOTE: The After Party requires a separate ticket. Meet & Greet admission does NOT include After Party access.

After Party tickets are limited and subject to availability.

⚾ 25 YEARS. ONE MOVIE. COUNTLESS MEMORIES.

From the baseball diamond to the big screen, Hardball became more than a movie. It became a story about friendship, perseverance, community, and the love of the game.

Now, 25 years later, we're celebrating that legacy together in Chicago.

Secure your tickets and be part of the reunion!

Additional cast appearances and event details will be announced as they are confirmed.

Presented by The JG Experience

More than an event. An experience.