Nine match days. Six double-headers. One big Local Derby. An international DJ. And Family Fun Day returns. You don’t want to miss the Blast with the Bears.
The new Vitality Blast season gets underway on Saturday 31 May with the historic moment when Bears Women and Men line up at Edgbaston for the first time as part of our T20 double-header match day, Blast Off.
In total, Edgbaston will host nine match days across May, June and July. There’s Friday night and weekend action to look forward to, with the new addition of MidlandsMania, our Men’s double-header, while the big Bears v Pears Local Derby has once again been handed a prime summer slot.
Tickets will go on sale to priority groups from 5 February and fans can register now to get access. Secure your seat at the best prices.
Here’s what fans can expect this summer.
Saturday 31 May, 12pm & 4pm
Vitality Blast Off: Bears Women v Durham and Bears Men v Durham
The event returns for a third year at Edgbaston, now as our Family Fun Day, presented by Circle Heath. Both Bears sides will face Durham (Women 12pm / Men 4pm).
Tickets for this day are available for only £10 for adults and £5 for U16s, offering amazing value for money.
A host of talent are expected including Issy Wong, Mady Villiers, Moeen Ali and Mark Wood, who could be on show for the iconic double-header.
What’s more, fans will be treated to a bigger and better Blast Off for the T20 season including inflatables, live music, face painters and balloon modellers. Circle Health will also be providing all day family entertainment.
Experience the famous Edgbaston atmosphere and get behind your Bears as they run out in their first home opener side-by-side.
Tickets are available from only £10 for adults, £5 for Under 16s.
Friday 6 June, 3pm & 7pm
Bears Women v Somerset and Bears Men v Yorkshire
Bears Women welcome Somerset to Edgbaston on Friday 6 June, 3pm start, as part of a double-header day as Bears Men face Yorkshire under lights (7pm).
The perfect post-work summer social with friends or colleagues. We have an afternoon full of entertainment to enjoy around the stadium, including live music and free giveaways.
Thinking of bringing a group? Email our dedicated groups team at groups@edgbaston.com to find out more.
Fans can get tickets from £15, while Under 16s are £5 and Under 5s go free.
Sunday 8 June, 12pm & 4pm
Bears Women v Thunder and Bears Men v Falcons
A third double-header in eight days and our first Sunday afternoon T20 of the summer. Our Junior Bears Takeover Day returns for a third year, with our Junior Members being the stars of the show.
Bears Women kick-off the day against the Thunder at 12pm, before the Men take on Derbyshire from 4pm. Our young fans get the opportunity to be fully immersed in a Bears Match Day helping with the running of a Match Day in roles including, Junior Reporter and Junior Announcer.
There’s more entertainment including our Kids Zone, live music and our Warwickshire Cricket Foundation activation, you’re guaranteed to have a jam-packed day of fun.
Be the start of the day as a Junior Bears, with Memberships available for only £10. It also includes a free ticket for mom or dad.
Saturday 14 June, 3pm & 7pm
MidlandsMania: Falcons v Foxes and Bears Men v Notts Outlaws
Two games of cricket. Live International DJ. It’s a Vibe.
Join us for our popular Men’s double-header, now named MidlandsMania, as four Midlands teams do battle with Falcons facing Foxes (3pm) followed by Bears against Outlaws (7pm).
Fans will be treated to a performance from Brit Award winning DJ, Joel Corry, famous for top 10 hits such as ‘Head and Heart’ and ‘Bed’. He will be bringing the vibes to Birmingham between matches.
Don’t miss your chance to see chart-topping music artist at a T20 Vitality Blast game for the first time!
Fans can get tickets now from £27, while Under 16s from £5.
Sunday 15 June, 3pm
Father’s Day: Bears Women v Hampshire Hawks
The perfect way to treat your dad on Father’s Day, bring him down to the cricket!
Bears Women’s first home standalone fixture sees them take on Hampshire Hawks (3pm start). This will be your first chance to see England stars in Birmingham ahead of the Women’s International, with Issy Wong and Lauren Bell set to feature.
Share this special day with your family, and enjoy our Bears Food Festival as well as top-class cricket. Get behind your Bears and get down to Edgbaston.
Fans can get tickets from £15, while Under 16s are £5 and Under 5s go free.
Wednesday 18 June, 11.30am
Bears Women v Essex
Our mid-week T20 of the summer, Bears Women host Essex on Wednesday 18 June (11.30am start) as the fight for Finals Day places hots up.
This will be our Schools Day, giving young Bears fans the opportunity to come down and witness some of the biggest names in Women’s Cricket. You can expect an exciting day full of activities and even the chance to meet our mascots Hugh and Carmen.
Schools are able to access a bespoke package, enquire at tickets@edgbaston.com.
Tickets only £15 when purchased in advance, 16-25 £5 and Under 5s go free.
Friday 20 June, 3pm & 7pm
Local Derby: Bears Women v Blaze and Bears Men v Rapids
The most anticipated T20 of the summer is back at Edgbaston. It’s the Bears v Pears local derby, a match which attracted record crowds in previous years.
Bears Women kick off Derby Day with their rivalry against Blaze at 3pm, followed by Bears v Pears at 7pm. We don’t think there’s a better time to leave work early and come down for a primetime Friday night at Edgbaston.
Start your weekend right with friends or colleagues plus stay after play to enjoy our post-match party, an Edgbaston favourite. A number of group offers are available now at our Super Early Bird prices. Looking for the complete package? Our Group packages can now include drink tokens, so everything’s sorted, you just need to book!
Tickets from £20 with Under 16s for £5.
Wednesday 9 July, 3pm & 7pm
Bears Women v Surrey and Bears Men v Lightning
After a short break we are back at Edgbaston for a midweek double-header and time for our Women’s final home game after an notable first season at Edgbaston.
Bears Women are up against Surrey at 3pm, before the Men take on Lancashire Lightning from 7pm. As always there is plenty of entertainment to explore with your mates, colleagues and family so don’t miss out! It’s our summer social match.
Get over that midweek hump and come and support your Bears Women in their final group home game of a historic season.
Tickets from £15 with Under 16s for £5.
Sunday 13 July, 3pm
Bears Men v Steelbacks
Your last time to get a slice of that Edgbaston atmosphere at the final home group match of the summer. The Bears host the Steelbacks seeking a place in the all-important quarter-finals and we need your support!
The Sunday afternoon clash will see non-stop entertainment on and off the field such as our Fan Zone with free giveaways, live music and our Warwickshire Cricket Foundation’s ‘Give it a Go’ activation.
It really is the perfect way to end your weekend!
Tickets from only £15 in advance, Under 16s £5 and Under 5s go free.
For more information about Vitality Blast action at Edgbaston in 2025, please visit edgbaston.com/bears.
Most fun in cricket! Register for Blast priority
It’s back and bigger than ever. With nine home match days and six double-headers, there’s something for everyone. Blast with the Bears, its the most fun in cricket.
Tickets, starting from just £10, will go on sale to priority groups from Wednesday 5 February. Register now to get access.
