Texas Baseball Goes Furry as Cats Steal the Spotlight

You've heard of "bark at the park" where several ballparks all you to take your dog for a day of baseball and pups. Well, who says dogs are the only ones to have all the fun? The San Antonio Missions recently had their "take meow't to the ballgame" event and the kitties finally got their day out at the ballpark!

The San Antonio Missions Host First Ever "Take Meow't to the Ballgame

The event, cleverly dubbed "Take Meow’t to the Ballgame," invited fans to bring their cats along for a night of baseball, furry fun, and pet-friendly festivities. Hosted for the first time ever by the San Antonio Missions, the minor league baseball team and Double-A affiliate of the San Diego Padres, the game turned the ballpark into a paradise for animal lovers. With themed activities, special guests, and plenty of feline flair, it was a unique twist on the classic Texas baseball experience.

Why Did the San Antonio Missions Host a Cat Night?

The event wasn’t just for a fun promotion, and for some to show off their cute kitties, to add even more heart to the night, the San Antonio Missions teamed up with San Antonio Pets Alive! to shine a spotlight on some adorable, adoptable kittens. Fans had the chance to meet these furry little stars up close, and maybe even fall in love with a new four-legged family member. It was a perfect way to blend baseball fun with a great cause, giving some sweet kittens a chance at finding their forever homes.

And honestly, words don’t quite do it justice. Luckily, the event was captured and shared on the San Antonio Mission’s social media for all of us to admire. From playful cats to cheering fans, here’s a peek at how cat-loving Texans do baseball!

It was adorable and all for a good cause!

But really, I think my favorite part, and I might be a little biased because I am a cat lover, was the "Simba Cam". As a playful nod to The Lion King, throughout the game, fans were invited to hold up their cats while the camera panned the crowd, projecting their best “Circle of Life” moments onto the big screen. It was equal parts adorable and hilarious, and the perfect way to celebrate the night’s furry guests.

The night blended baseball, community, and a whole lot of furry fun. Whether you came for the game, the cats, or just the good vibes, Take Meow’t to the Ballgame delivered a little something for everyone. And judging by the smiles, both human and feline, it’s safe to say this probably won’t be the last time Texas baseball goes a little bit wild.