By OnMilwaukee Staff Writers   Published Sep 21, 2017 at 4:14 PM Photography: David Bernacchi

The Brewers return to Miller Park tonight and continue their push for the playoffs as they begin the crucial and final regular-season homestand of 2017, starting with four games against the rival Chicago Cubs.

Following the weekend set, Milwaukee closes out the home portion of its schedule with three games against the Cincinnati Reds, beginning Sept. 26.

The Brewers will thank fans for their support during the Fan Appreciation Series. In all three games, fans will receive a scratch-off card containing prizes such as free 2018 tickets, food and beverage vouchers, game-used jerseys and more. Several prizes will be awarded exclusively to fans that download and "check in" at Miller Park via the Ballpark app. In addition, on Wednesday, Sept. 27, during Fan Appreciation Night, one lucky supporter will win the grand prize, a 2018 Chevrolet Equinox.

Ticket availability

Tickets remain for all four games against the Cubs, including good availability Thursday and Friday, according to the Brewers; inventory is limited for the Saturday, Sept. 23 and Sunday, Sept. 24 contests. Fans are encouraged to act now to secure seats.

Game-time changes

Three games in this homestand have adjusted start times:

Friday, Sept. 22 vs. Chicago: first pitch moved to 6:35 p.m. CT to accommodate a national telecast. The game will be televised locally on FOX Sports Wisconsin.
Saturday, Sept. 23 vs. Chicago: first pitch set for 12:05 p.m. CT to accommodate a national FOX telecast.
Thursday, Sept. 28 vs. Cincinnati: first pitch was changed to 3:10 p.m. CT on FOX Sports Wisconsin.

Homestand highlights

Thursday, Sept. 21 vs. Chicago Cubs – 7:10 p.m.

Season Seat Holder Appreciation Days: Brewers Season Seat Holders (20-Game Plan Holders and above) will enjoy 25% off food and beverage, 25% off merchandise, and early access to Miller Park to watch the Brewers take batting practice. For complete details, visit brewers.com/sshappreciation.

Health & Wellness Night: Join the Crew for Health and Wellness Night Miller Park. In the first event of its kind at the Brewers home park, fans who purchase this select ticket package will receive a ticket to the game against the Cubs and a copy of Donald Driver’s latest book 3D Body Revolution. In addition, the former Green Bay Packer will throw out the first pitch. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit Brewers.com/themenights.

Friday, Sept. 22 vs. Chicago Cubs – 6:35 p.m.

Miller Lite Beerpen: Every Friday home game, fans 21+ who sit in the Miller Lite Beerpen in the right-field Loge Bleachers will receive a FREE Miller Lite Brewers trucker cap. Must be 21+ to sit in Miller Lite Beerpen.

Student Nights: Friday nights are Student Nights at Miller Park! All high school and college students can purchase $10 Terrace Reserved, plus enjoy a special $3 menu – featuring hot dogs, nachos, soda and beer – through the end of the first inning.

Saturday, Sept. 23 vs. Chicago Cubs – 12:05 p.m.

Saturday Night Fever: Who said disco was dead? Certainly not the Milwaukee Brewers. The Crew will roll back the clock to 1977 as they celebrate the 40th anniversary of the hit-movie Saturday Night Fever. Fans will dance to the music of the Bee Gees as a Disco Inferno will take over Miller Park. Ticket package holders will receive a limited edition Bill Schroeder Disco Pose Bobblehead. Stop your Jive Talkin’ and head to the ballpark. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit Brewers.com/themenights.

Season Seat Holder Appreciation Days: See above.

Sunday, Sept. 24 vs. Chicago Cubs – 1:10 p.m.

Helfaer Sundays: Before all Sunday home games, kids can play catch on Helfaer Field. Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin offers a number of fun activities, including the chance to meet Bernie Brewer and the Klement’s Famous Racing Sausages®.

Kids Base Run: Following Brewers Sunday home games, all kids 16 and under can come down to the field and run the bases at Miller Park. Postgame Kids Base Run line begins along the first-base line on the Field Level.

Kids Eat Free Sundays: Every Sunday home game, all kids 14 and under will receive a lunch voucher good for a free hot dog, bottled water, applesauce, and ice cream treat, courtesy of Pick ‘n Save and Blue Bunny.

Tuesday, Sept. 26 vs. Cincinnati Reds – 6:40 p.m.

2018 Magnet Schedule Giveaway: All fans will receive a 2018 magnet schedule, compliments of Pick ‘n Save.

Wednesday, Sept. 27 vs. Cincinnati Reds – 7:10 p.m.

Fan Appreciation Night: All fans will receive a 2018 magnet schedule, compliments of Pick ‘n Save, and have the chance to win fabulous prices throughout the game, presented by Chevrolet. In addition, one lucky fan will win the grand prize, a 2018 Chevrolet Equinox.

Community Achievers presented by Meijer: The Milwaukee Brewers community involvement initiative, known as the "Community Achievers Award presented by Meijer," recognizes residents throughout the state of Wisconsin each month during the season for displaying extraordinary efforts in their community. On Wednesday, David Frazier will be recognized in pre-game ceremonies as September’s Community Achiever.

bp C’mon Back Club Card: Fans making seven purchases of eight gallons of gas or more at participating bp stations can receive a free Terrace Reserved ticket by completing a bp C’mon Back Card.

Thursday, Sept. 28 vs. Cincinnati Reds – 3:10 p.m.

2018 Magnet Schedule Giveaway: All fans will receive a 2018 magnet schedule, compliments of Pick ‘n Save.

Season Seat Holder Appreciation Days: See above.

Kids & Senior Citizens Discount Days: Kids 14 and under and seniors 60+ save 50% on tickets for all weekday afternoon home games at Miller Park. Excludes All-Inclusive Areas and Uecker Seats.