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Dunkin’ brings Banana Ball stars to Nashville for hospital visit, grand opening

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June 18, 2026

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Banana Ball players from the Party Animals and Texas Tailgaters will host community events in Nashville this week, including a hospital visit and a Dunkin' grand opening store takeover, according to a Dunkin' news release.

The players are in town for a three-game series from Thursday, June 18, through Saturday, June 20, at First Horizon Park as part of the 2026 Banana Ball World Tour.

Ahead of the games, players will visit the Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt on Friday, June 19, from 10:15 a.m. to 11 a.m. During the visit, players will meet with patients and families, sign autographs, take photos, and surprise select patient families with tickets to the upcoming Banana Ball games.

The community events will continue Saturday, June 20, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the new Dunkin' restaurant located at 7120 Highway 70 South. Players will participate in a ceremonial ribbon cutting to mark the grand opening of the location, step behind the counter to serve orders, and interact with fans. The event will feature giveaways, including Dunkin' merchandise and 5 dollar promotional gift cards.

During the grand opening celebration, Dunkin' will present a $5,000 donation to the National Children's Alliance. The funds will support the organization's mission to provide hope, healing, and justice for children through its nationwide network of Children's Advocacy Centers.

The new location will also host a Grand Opening Week celebration from June 22 through June 26 featuring additional promotional offers and giveaways.