Cosmic Baseball Is Coming to Myrtle Beach: What to Know About the Blacklight Game at Pelicans Ballpark in 2027

Summer nights at Pelicans Ballpark already have a rhythm locals know by heart: the crack of a bat drifting over 21st Avenue North, the smell of hot dogs and salt air, and a crowd that stays for the fireworks as much as for the final out. In 2027, that rhythm is going to take on a very different glow.

Cosmic Baseball, the blacklight baseball spectacle that has sold out stadiums across the country, has announced that Pelicans Ballpark in Myrtle Beach will host a stop on its 2027 Cosmic Takeover Tour. MyHorryNews reported that Myrtle Beach is the tour’s only South Carolina stop. The stadium lights go dark, ultraviolet lamps take over, and everything that matters, from the ball and bats to the bases and uniforms, glows in neon green, pink and orange.

A game date has not been announced yet, and tickets will be sold through a lottery, so the best thing a fan can do now is understand how it works and get ready. Here is what Cosmic Baseball is, how it started, what to expect at the ballpark and how to turn a glowing night of baseball into a full Grand Strand trip.

Cosmic Baseball in Myrtle Beach at a Glance

Dates, prices and ticketing details are expected later, according to the tour’s announcement. We will update our coverage as they are released, but always confirm with the official Cosmic Baseball channels before making plans.

What Is Cosmic Baseball?

Cosmic Baseball bills itself as part professional baseball and part immersive show. Organizers describe it as the first immersive, UV-reactive baseball experience: the regular stadium lights are switched off, banks of black lights flood the field, and the ball, the bats, the bases and the uniforms glow against the dark. Fans join in with glow sticks and neon gear, so the grandstand becomes part of the light show.

The two teams on tour are the Cosmic Chili Peppers and the Glow Mojis. If that pairing sounds like a cousin of the Savannah Bananas, the comparison is a fair one. WMBF News noted that Cosmic Baseball uses a ticket lottery much like the Bananas do, and the goal is similar: real baseball, wrapped in enough spectacle that even people who have never watched an inning stay in their seats until the end.

The baseball itself is the real thing. When MLB.com spoke with players after the early games, they said the glowing ball was actually easier to pick up than in a typical night game. The tricky parts were reading the spin on a curveball and judging fly balls against a dark sky, which adds a little extra drama every time a ball goes up.

From Glow Sticks in Virginia to a National Tour

The idea came from a small ballpark in Colonial Heights, Virginia. According to MLB.com, the Tri-City Chili Peppers, a college summer team in the Coastal Plain League, tossed glow sticks into the stands during a 2023 game, and owner Chris Martin wondered what would happen if the stadium lights went off. A year later, after installing 18 high-powered black lights on the existing light poles at an estimated cost well above $100,000, the team played its first blacklight game in June 2024. Tickets sold out within 24 hours.

From there, the concept went on the road. MLB.com reported roughly 150,000 fans across the 2025 tour, and MyHorryNews and KTSM both reported that the 2026 tour sold out 74 games. For 2027, Martin said in a release that the production has been scaled up, with new in-game features, a nighttime performance and a 360-degree fireworks display. Reports differ on the exact number of 2027 stops, but the published schedule lists more than 40 minor league ballparks, from Worcester to Sacramento.

About Pelicans Ballpark

Pelicans Ballpark opened in April 1999 at 1251 21st Avenue North in Myrtle Beach and seats roughly 6,600 fans. It is home to the Myrtle Beach Pelicans, the Chicago Cubs’ Low-A affiliate, and it sits near Broadway at the Beach, which makes it easy to pair a game with dinner and a stroll around the lake before the first pitch.

The ballpark stays busy beyond the Pelicans’ season, hosting college exhibitions, community clinics and holiday events. Its compact size is a big part of why a Cosmic Baseball night should feel special. With seats close to the field and a bowl that wraps around the infield, the glow from the diamond and the stands should feel immersive from almost any seat.

How the Ticket Lottery Works

Cosmic Baseball does not put tickets on general sale at first. Fans sign up for the Cosmic Lottery on the Chili Peppers’ website, chilipeppersbaseball.com, for a chance to buy tickets once a date is set. The tour’s 2026 run sold out every game, so entering the lottery early is the surest way to be in the running.

A few practical tips: use an email address you check often, since lottery notices can arrive with a short window to buy, and decide ahead of time how many seats your group needs. If you are traveling from out of town, hold off on non-refundable travel until the Myrtle Beach date is confirmed, then book quickly, because a sold-out event in a summer beach town can tighten lodging fast.

What to Expect on Game Night

Dress for the glow. White and neon clothing light up under black lights, and glow sticks, glow necklaces and light-up accessories are a big part of the fun in the stands. Expect music, lighting effects and between-inning entertainment, with the fireworks that the 2027 tour is promising to close the night.

Plan your arrival with Myrtle Beach summer traffic in mind. Pelicans Ballpark sits in the busy Broadway at the Beach area, and the roads around it fill up on summer evenings. From North Myrtle Beach, allow extra time for the drive south on Highway 17 or Highway 31. If your group would rather keep the evening going afterward, our guide to things to do in Myrtle Beach at night has plenty of ideas.

Building a Trip Around Cosmic Baseball

A glowing ballgame is a great anchor for a summer week at the beach. Spend the days on the sand, the evenings on the boardwalk and one night at the ballpark watching baseball turn into a light show. Families with young fans can round out the week with mini golf and the attractions in our pillar guide to things to do in Myrtle Beach, and our Myrtle Beach events calendar will show what else is happening the same week.

Sports fans planning ahead may also enjoy our roundup of North Myrtle Beach sports bars for watching other games during the trip, and golfers in the group can look at our guide to where to stay on a 2027 Myrtle Beach golf trip.

Where to Stay in North Myrtle Beach

North Myrtle Beach makes a relaxed home base for a Myrtle Beach game night, with quieter beaches and an easy drive south. Windy Hill is the closest section to Myrtle Beach and Barefoot Landing. Crescent Beach offers a central, family-friendly stretch of sand, Ocean Drive puts you near Main Street’s restaurants and music, and Cherry Grove is the choice for marsh views and peaceful mornings.

Groups heading to the ballpark together will appreciate oceanfront homes with room for everyone and a deck for a post-game recap, while couples and smaller families may prefer the convenience of oceanfront condos.

Frequently Asked Questions

Make Cosmic Baseball Part of Your Beach Summer

When the Myrtle Beach date drops and the lottery opens, a glowing night at Pelicans Ballpark could be the highlight of your summer. Pair it with long beach days and quiet mornings in North Myrtle Beach and you have a trip the whole group will talk about for years.

Sources: MyHorryNews (October 11, 2026); WMBF News (September 28, 2026); KTSM via Yahoo Sports (October 6, 2026); MLB.com; Myrtle Beach Pelicans; Pelicans Ballpark records. Dates, ticketing and features are subject to change, so confirm with Cosmic Baseball before you go.