What a perfect finish for the Party Animal Headliner Tour! Thank you @msstate for an epic weekend to cap off our 21 date tour in 9 cities with over 200,000 fans!
Having @hailstatebb legends, Coach Ron Polk, Mitch Moreland and Jonathan Papelbon with us was special!
But it was seeing all the pink in the stadium and fans from all over the country embrace this brand that has absolutely blown me away.
The amount of effort the team and the cast has put in over the years is second to none. Watching @partydownofficial rock these stadiums, and the Party Crashers, Party Starters, @thepharty and Official Bartenders bring the party to the fans has been amazing to watch!
It’s crazy to think that this party is just getting started! In 2026 this team and cast will be bringing the Greatest Party in Sports all over the country and to some of the most iconic stadiums.
For now, I’m proud and grateful.
Party on Party Animals.
What a Perfect Finish: Wrapping Up the Party Animal Headliner Tour at Mississippi State
As the sun set over Mississippi State University this past weekend, I stood backstage for a moment of stillness amidst the vibrant chaos—music pulsing, fans cheering, energy radiating from every corner of the stadium. It hit me right then: this was it. The final stop of the Party Animal Headliner Tour. A tour that began as a crazy dream and turned into something far bigger, far more meaningful than I ever imagined.
21 dates. 9 cities. Over 200,000 fans.
And every single one of you showed up in your own way, decked out in pink, carrying that undeniable energy that makes this community so special. I’m still blown away.
Let me take a moment to properly thank every single person who made this possible—and share just a bit about why this final weekend at Mississippi State felt like such a full-circle moment.
The Final Stop: Mississippi State
We knew we wanted to end this tour with a bang. And there’s just something about Dudy Noble Field—the atmosphere, the fans, the history—that made it the perfect place to bring it all home. From the moment we pulled into Starkville, the vibes were electric. The streets were buzzing, the local community rolled out the red carpet, and you could tell everyone was ready.
But what made this stop especially unforgettable was the honor of having three Mississippi State baseball legends join us: Coach Ron Polk, Mitch Moreland, and Jonathan Papelbon. These men are giants—not just in terms of athletic accomplishments but in the legacy they’ve built here and the inspiration they’ve given to generations of fans and players.
Coach Polk’s name is synonymous with the golden era of college baseball. Mitch Moreland, the World Series champ who still swings with that signature quiet power. And Papelbon… well, Pap brought that same fiery intensity to the field with us that made him a legend in Boston and beyond.
Sharing the stage, the field, and those moments with them felt like something straight out of a dream. To stand beside the very people who laid the foundation for this stadium’s greatness—while bringing our own brand of entertainment and chaos—was surreal.
The Power of Pink: A Movement, Not Just a Color
Now, let’s talk about the pink.
When we first started integrating pink into our brand, it was bold, sure. Loud, even. But it was also purposeful. It symbolized fun, fearlessness, inclusivity, and a break from tradition—while still celebrating the spirit of baseball. And what started as a branding decision quickly turned into a full-blown movement.
To look out over the stadium at every stop on this tour and see waves of pink shirts, hats, foam fingers, face paint—even pink cowboy boots (shoutout to whoever wore those in Tulsa)—was honestly overwhelming.
It told me something deeper: people aren’t just watching. They’re buying in. They’re embracing what we’re doing. They see the joy, the humor, the showmanship—but also the heart underneath it all.
And in Starkville, that energy was turned up to eleven. I saw families who had driven six, seven hours just to be there. Fans who’ve followed us from city to city. Kids who’ve memorized our routines and show up in full costume. It reminded me why we do this.
This brand, this movement—it’s bigger than us now. It belongs to the fans. And you’ve taken it to places I never could have imagined.
Highlights from the Tour
Every city had its own magic. Every stop gave us memories we’ll never forget. But a few moments stand out:
Opening Night: That feeling of stepping on stage for the first time on this tour, unsure how it would go, only to hear the crowd erupt. It set the tone for everything to come.
The Crowd in Charlotte: I still get chills thinking about that wall of sound from the stands. Every time we hit a routine or dropped a beat, the entire stadium seemed to move in sync.
Rainout in Austin: What could’ve been a disaster turned into one of the most unforgettable nights of the tour. The skies opened up, but so did the crowd. Dancing in the rain, singing at the top of their lungs—pure magic.
Our Midseason Charity Night: We raised over $150,000 in one night for pediatric cancer research. It wasn’t just a show—it was a reminder of our power to do good while having fun.
The Bus Life: Late nights, bad coffee, impromptu jam sessions, the weirdest inside jokes—life on the road was an experience I’ll always treasure. Exhausting? Yes. Worth it? 1000%.
The Team Behind the Madness
None of this happens without the most dedicated, passionate, slightly insane group of people I’ve ever had the privilege of working with.
From the production crew who pulled off miracles every night, to the merch team who kept the pink flying off the shelves, to the musicians, dancers, writers, logistics wizards, security, social media crew—you all are the real MVPs.
You believed in this vision even when it sounded crazy. You showed up early, stayed late, rolled with every punch and celebrated every win. I can’t thank you enough.
And to the fans who came out, who shouted our slogans, who wore our gear, who waited in line just to take a selfie or get a high five—you are the lifeblood of this entire thing.
What’s Next?
That’s the big question, right?
After a tour like this, it’s tempting to take a long nap (and don’t worry, I probably will). But the truth is, this feels like just the beginning.
We’ve proven there’s a hunger for something different in baseball. For personality. For fun. For connection. And now, we get to build on that.
We’ve got new projects in the works. Bigger stages. More collaborations. And yes, a few wild ideas we’re keeping under wraps for now. But just know: the Party Animal spirit isn’t going anywhere.
If anything, we’re just getting started.
A Final Thank You
Standing on the field this weekend, surrounded by legends, friends, and 12,000 fans in pink, I felt this overwhelming sense of gratitude. We started this thing with a simple idea: make baseball fun again. But somewhere along the way, it turned into something so much more.
It turned into a community.
So thank you, Mississippi State, for being the perfect finale.
Thank you to every city that welcomed us.
Thank you to every fan who came out and brought the noise.
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