$20 or Less: Everyone Can Afford A Little Natitude

It was early June. Two of my friends had recently gone to baseball games just a few days apart. I gazed into the distance with envy, dreaming of the day this summer when I would get to go to a game myself. But a tight budget and multiple June events demanding the attention of my wallet meant that even a baseball game seemed like a lofty financial goal. The summer always slips by so quickly, and here I was at the end of June without having gone to a baseball game. Oh how I dreamed of returning to America’s pastime, soaking up summertime with a game, a cold beer, and a suspicious yet oh-so-delicious hot dog…

Luckily, the Nationals had me covered with their amazing 5 Series.

 The Nats 5 Series was an idea born from pure genius. I love it, because it seems like it was created purely because the Nats care for their fans whose bank accounts may not be as fat as others. Sure, baseball games are relatively cheap to attend compared to other sports, but when you add up tickets and refreshments it can still get pricey. Not so with this epic deal. Last week my friend and I took advantage of series #2 of 5 for the season, finally making it to our first ballgame of the year. Needless to say, it was pretty awesome. 

So what's the main foundation behind the 5 Series? FIVE DOLLAR TICKETS, that's what! You want to know what else? FIVE DOLLAR BEERS. Given that we're talking about a sporting event, that's practically the bargain of the century. The beer is where the biggest catch comes in - you can only get particular brands (Coors and Miller Lite), at a particular stand, and before the first pitch. Still, who cares?! It's cheap! My friend and I only stuck to one beer a piece since we’re working off really tight budgets and had work in the morning, but if that doesn't matter to you then go ahead and stock up early, my friends.

Guess what – it doesn't end there! Along with cheap-o tickets and beers, an additional deal for that particular game was $1 hot dogs. Two dogs a piece to make for a filling dinner and we were all set. Once we totaled everything up (can’t forget the $2 purchasing fee for tickets), we got a ballgame, beer, and dinner (and a fun night out of course)…for only $14 DOLLARS! An entry-level 20-something’s dream…

There will be three more series this season. I will sadly be missing the next/current one since it’s going on this week and I’m headed out of town. But if you’re looking for a fun night out in D.C. then you should definitely check it out! Plus the deals change up, too. The $5 tickets and beers are consistent for each series, but some of the games also have free concerts, fireworks shows, and even food drives.  If you want to see the deals for the current series, check ‘em out here!

The Nationals definitely got it right with this deal. Keep it up, team! Your fans appreciate it!