San Francisco Giants' LDS Night at AT&T Park on June 15

SAN FRANCISCO — For the first official time ever, the San Francisco Giants are reaching out to Bay Area Mormons by holding an LDS Night at AT&T Park.

The Giants will play an interleague baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles on June 15 at 7:15 p.m.

Before the first pitch, a player from San Francisco's past will receive a family history gift from a representative of the LDS Church.

While this isn't the first time San Francisco has had an LDS-theme night, Cameron Lochte, special events coordinator for the Giants, said it will definitely be the biggest one they've done.

"Last year was more of a group-ticket offer for the LDS community," Lochte said. "We sold a few hundred tickets. But this year, we're trying to grow the event and make it more interactive."

Festivities start at 5:30 p.m., when the club will host "Giants County Fair" in lot A at the ballpark. LDS entertainers will perform on the main stage, and admission is free.

The first 2,500 people who buy tickets will also get a free ride at the fair.

Instead of seating everyone in the same general place, the Giants have decided to give fans options: there will be sections in the lower box, bleachers and box level for Mormons to purchase.

Group rates are available. Lochte said this is so Latter-day Saints who want to pay more to be closer to the action can do that at a discounted rate, but those who want to be part of it for a more family-friendly time have an affordable price.

Lochte added that the prices of tickets will decrease with the amount of people who purchase in one given group.

Mormons who are planning a vacation in the area or who are visiting family can attend.

"Bring your whole wards and stakes," he said. "It will give the event a more community feel."

Tickets can be purchased at sfgiants.com/specialevents, or by calling 415-972-2233. For groups of 25 or more, call Lochte at 415-972-2254.

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