Dodgers Host Braves in 2026 NLDS at Dodger Stadium

The Los Angeles Dodgers return to Dodger Stadium for the 2026 National League Division Series, hosting the Atlanta Braves for Games 1 and 2, with a potential winner-take-all Game 5 scheduled for Friday, October 9.

The Dodgers, coming off back-to-back World Series championships, open the series Saturday, October 3 at 1:00 p.m. PT. Game 2 follows Sunday, October 4 at 5:00 p.m. PT.

Tickets Available

Tickets remain available through Dodgers.com/Postseason. Fans can also check postseason ticket inventory through the Dodgers’ trusted secondary-market partner, SeatGeek.

DODGERS AND BRAVES RENEW POSTSEASON RIVALRY

The Braves won five of six regular-season games against the Dodgers in 2026, including a three-game sweep at Truist Park in August.

The NLDS matchup marks the sixth postseason meeting between the two franchises and their first postseason meeting since the 2021 National League Championship Series.

Atlanta won that 2021 NLCS four games to two before capturing the fourth World Series championship in franchise history.

The Dodgers and Braves have also met three previous times in the NLDS. Their most recent NLDS matchup came in 2018, when Los Angeles won the series three games to one.

GAME-DAY ENTERTAINMENT

Saturday, October 3, 1:00 p.m.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Atlanta Braves

National Anthem: Keith Williams Jr.
Ceremonial First Pitch: Adrián González
Pregame: B-52 flyover and Marine Corps Color Guard
Centerfield Plaza: Adelaide Pilar
Stadium Entertainment: Top Shelf Brass
Military Hero of the Game: U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel Gabriel Estrella, posthumously

Sunday, October 4, 5:00 p.m.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Atlanta Braves

National Anthem: Mike Phillips
Ceremonial First Pitch: Reggie Smith
Pregame: Branch Rickey Minor League Player and Pitcher of the Year presentation
Centerfield Plaza: The Nandos
Stadium Entertainment: Sidle Drumline
Military Hero of the Game: U.S. Marine Corps Corporal Richard Valdez

Friday, October 9, 5:00 p.m., if necessary
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Atlanta Braves

National Anthem: Amber Blu
Ceremonial First Pitch: Manny and José Mota
Centerfield Plaza: RemiX
Stadium Entertainment: Sidle Drumline
Military Hero of the Game: U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel George Leonard

NEW FOOD OPTIONS FOR THE NLDS

Fans attending the postseason games can also try several new food offerings around the stadium.

• • Churro Waffle Ice Cream Sandwich: Cinnamon sugar-dusted waffles with chocolate chip ice cream, caramel sauce and whipped cream.
• • Spam Musubi Dog: A tempura-fried rice bun with a Spam hot dog, oyster sauce, spicy mustard and scallions.
• • Colossal Burger: A 24-ounce burger patty with American cheese, shredded lettuce, grilled onions, tomatoes and secret sauce on a 10-inch brioche bun. The burger comes with fries on a four-pound tray.
• • Chicharron & Guacamole: House-made crispy chicharron with fresh guacamole.
• • Orange Chicken Fries: Loaded fries topped with crispy chicken, orange sauce, shredded mozzarella, spicy mayo and green onions.
• • Wing Sampler: A 45-wing platter featuring buffalo, lemon pepper, and spicy and sweet gochujang sauces.

ARRIVE EARLY AND PREPARE FOR THE HEAT

Fans are encouraged to arrive early.

• For Game 1, auto gates open at 10:30 a.m. and stadium gates open at 11:00 a.m. before the 1:00 p.m. first pitch.
• For Game 2 and a potential Game 5, auto gates open at 2:30 p.m. and stadium gates open at 3:00 p.m. before the 5:00 p.m. first pitch.
• With high temperatures expected, fans should prepare with caps, sunscreen and other protection from the heat.
• Outside non-alcoholic beverages of one liter or less are permitted when carried in factory-sealed plastic bottles. Fans may carry those beverages in a clear bag no larger than 12″ x 12″ x 6″.
• Glass bottles, cans, coolers, glass containers and thermoses are not permitted.
• Refillable water bottles are permitted if they are empty, one liter or less and contain no glass components.
• Water bottle filling stations are available in Centerfield Plaza and at Loge 152 and 153. Water fountains are located throughout the Field, Loge, Reserve and Top Deck levels, as well as the outfield pavilions.

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