DBacks-Phillies Game 5 at Chase Field: Who's throwing the 1st pitch and when the gates open

Tiffany Acosta, Arizona Republic
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The Arizona Diamondbacks will host the Philadelphia Phillies for Game 5 of the National League Championship Series on Saturday, Oct. 21, and there's a lot on the line.

If the DBacks win, the NLCS moves back to Philadelphia for Games 6 and 7 (if necessary).

Chase Field has crafted fun food and beverage options for the postseason and arranged for a variety of notable local celebs and notables to throw the first pitch and sing the national anthem.

Here's everything fans need to know about going to the Diamondbacks-Phillies Game 5 in Phoenix.

Can't make it to Chase Field? Fans can watch the game on TBS. Radio coverage is provided by ESPN Radio and Arizona Sports 98.7 in English and 100.3 FM KQMR for Spanish-speaking listeners.

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What time do the Chase Field gates open for Game 5?

The gates at Chase Field will open at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21.

What time is Diamondbacks-Phillies Game 5?

The game starts at 5:07 p.m.

What's the Diamondbacks Game 5 giveaway?

The first 40,000 fans inside Chase Field will receive a DBacks Rally Towel.

Diamondbacks national anthem singer for Game5

The national anthem will be sung by Officer Tyler Service of the Chandler Police Department. The Luke Air Force Base Honor Guard will present the colors during the national anthem.

Michael Phelps will throw the first pitch for DBacks-Phillies Game 5

The first pitch will be thrown by Olympic swimmer and Paradise Valley resident Michael Phelps, one of the most decorated Olympians in history.

How can I get Diamondbacks-Phillies Game tickets?

Limited tickets are available at dbacks.com/postseason.

What is the Chase Field bag policy?

Chase Field's clear bag policy is in effect. Bags must be clear plastic or vinyl and no larger than 12 by 12 by 6 inches.

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New snacks at Chase Field for the playoffs

These new foods and drinks are available at Game 5 of the NLCS:

  • Wise Guy Nachos: Available at Taste of Chase, these nachos have an Italian twist with provolone cheese sauce, fennel sausage, oven-dried tomato, peperoncini, Castelvetrano and black olives, basil pesto crema and Italian parsley.

  • Apple Pie Chimichanga: Available at Sweet Treats, this is deep fried goodness with caramel sauce, vanilla frozen yogurt, whipped cream, Crackerjacks and strawberries.

  • Snake Bite Margarita: Available at all concessions that sell liquor, try this homemade tangy teal margarita with a teal sugar rim.

  • Grand Slam Glitterade: Available at all concessions that sell liquor, this drink is a watermelon extravaganza with watermelon lemonade, Absolut watermelon and edible glitter.

Where can I park at Chase Field?

You can reserve parking before you go. For more information visit dbacks.com/parking. Most parking garages will not accept cash, so bring a credit or debit card if not reserving in advance.

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This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: DBacks-Phillies Game 5: Ultimate fan guide to Chase Field