Mickey Mouse and Jesse Cole, the creator of Banana Ball and founder of Fans First Entertainment. (Credit: Disney Parks Blog)
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. - Banana Ball is returning to Walt Disney World in 2027 for a four-day tournament at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.
What we don't know:
The Banana Ball Open will be held April 15-18.
All six Banana Ball teams will attend the tournament, with four of them competing head-to-head.
The teams include The Savannah Bananas, The Party Animals, The Firefighters, The Texas Tailgaters, The Indianapolis Clowns and The Loco Beach Coconuts.
What we don't know:
The schedule and the lineup have not yet been announced.
This will mark the second time Disney World has hosted Banana Ball. Two games were held at ESPN Wide World of Sports earlier this year.
How to get tickets
Fans who want to attend the games will need to enter the online ticket lottery system on the Banana Ball website for a chance at tickets.
Before the games, a random drawing is held. Fans who are selected will be able to buy tickets.
Tickets start at $35.
The lottery registration closes on Oct. 31.
Banana Ball coming to other Florida cities
Banana Ball teams will also make stops at other Florida cities, including Jacksonville and Tampa Bay.
March 5-6: Loco Beach Coconuts vs Party Animals - VyStar Ballpark in Jacksonville
May 7-8: Savannah Bananas vs Loco Beach Coconuts - Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg
May 21-22: Loco Beach Coconuts vs Indianapolis Clowns - Blue Wahoos Stadium in Pensacola
Sept. 11: Loco Beach Coconuts vs Party Animals - LoanDepot Park in Miami
Brand-new documentary
Banana Ball is also getting a new documentary that's scheduled to debut on Disney+ and Hulu in fall 2027.
The film, directed by David Beilinson, will follow the Banana Ball's 10-year journey, from its start in Savannah, Georgia, to its rise as a national entertainment attraction.
It offers fans a behind-the-scenes look at the people who helped build the sport.
What is Banana Ball?
Banana Ball is a fast-paced, action-packed version of baseball created by Jesse Cole.
The experience, known as the "Greatest Show in Sports," combines athletic competition with entertainment and fan experiences.
The Source: This article was written based on information released by Walt Disney World and Banana Ball.