Major League Baseball announced the return of its Field of Dreams game on August 13, 2026, featuring the Philadelphia Phillies against the Minnesota Twins in Dyersville, Iowa. The event, the first since 2022, will be broadcast on Netflix as part of a new media rights partnership. It marks the debut of a refurbished facility at the iconic movie site.
The announcement came from MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred on Wednesday in Minneapolis, highlighting the game's role in delivering a unique experience for players and fans. "Major League Baseball is excited to return to Iowa in 2026 and to deliver a unique experience to the Twins, the Phillies, their players, our two Minor League teams, and fans across the game," Manfred said in a statement. "We look forward to working with Netflix and creating an event that all sports fans can enjoy."
The game is scheduled as the Twins' home opener in a three-game series, with an off-day on Friday before the series resumes at Target Field in Minneapolis on Saturday. Ahead of the major league matchup, the site will host a Triple-A contest on August 11 between the St. Paul Saints (Twins affiliate) and Iowa Cubs.
Twins executive chair Joe Pohlad expressed enthusiasm: "The Minnesota Twins are thrilled to be playing in the return of MLB at Field of Dreams. Taking the field in Dyersville, where so much of baseball’s magic comes alive, is special for our club and for our fans in Iowa. August 13, 2026, will be a true celebration of our sport and a memorable day in Twins history."
Philadelphia Phillies managing partner and CEO John Middleton added: "It is an honor to have been selected for the return of the prestigious MLB at Field of Dreams game. For our players, this will be an experience they never forget as they step onto the set of one of the most iconic baseball movies ever made."
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds welcomed the event: "Iowa is thrilled to welcome MLB and its players back to the iconic Field of Dreams and a new permanent stadium for one of America's favorite baseball traditions. Set against a backdrop of rolling cornfields and a star-filled summer sky, this is an event unlike any other."
The Field of Dreams games began in 2021 with the White Sox versus Yankees, followed by the Reds and Cubs in 2022. The site has since undergone renovation and expansion, making the 2026 edition the first at the updated venue. This game continues MLB's tradition of non-traditional venues, including the Fort Bragg Game in 2016, MLB in Omaha in 2019, Rickwood Field in 2024, and the Speedway Classic at Bristol Motor Speedway in 2025.
Netflix's involvement stems from a new three-year media rights deal with MLB, ESPN, and NBC, where the streaming service will also air Opening Night on March 25 and the T-Mobile Home Run Derby. MLB Network will produce the events alongside Netflix.