How many days until Major League Baseball Opening Day?
Major League Baseball Opening Day is on Thursday, April 1, 2027. There are 257 days left until Major League Baseball Opening Day. Major League Baseball Opening Day is observed on The first scheduled day of the MLB regular season. This date is marked as tentative.
Date & Planning Details
Major League Baseball Opening Day is observed on The first scheduled day of the MLB regular season.
MLB season start dates are set by the league schedule and should be checked against the official MLB schedule before booking travel, buying tickets, or planning around a specific team opener.
Usually treated as an observance, not a day off.
Major League Baseball Opening Day Calendar (2027)
| Year | Date | Day | Days Left | Weekend? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | April 1 | Thu | 257 days | No |
What is Major League Baseball Opening Day?
Major League Baseball Opening Day marks the start of the MLB regular season. The date usually falls in late March or early April, but it can shift because of the league schedule, special opening games, venue planning, travel, and broadcast arrangements.
How People Observe It
Fans follow the first games of the season, attend home openers, check team rosters, set fantasy baseball lineups, and plan around local broadcast times.
Planning note
Team home openers may not all fall on the same date as the first official regular-season game, so fans should check the schedule for their specific team.
Broadcast note
Game times, national broadcasts, streaming options, and local blackout rules can vary by matchup and market.
History and Background
MLB Opening Day is tied to the long-running structure of the regular season and the World Series championship cycle. A season starts with Opening Day, moves through the regular schedule, continues into the postseason, and ends with the World Series champion.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the next MLB season start?
The next listed MLB season start date is April 1, 2027, but it should be checked against the official MLB schedule once the full schedule is released.
Is MLB Opening Day always on the same date?
No. MLB Opening Day changes each year and is usually scheduled in late March or early April.
Do all MLB teams start on the same day?
Not always. Some seasons begin with one or more special games before the full Opening Day schedule.
Who won the last World Series?
The Los Angeles Dodgers won the 2025 World Series, defeating the Toronto Blue Jays in seven games.
Is Opening Day a public holiday?
No. MLB Opening Day is not a public holiday, but many fans treat it as the start of the baseball calendar.
Should I use this date for travel planning?
Use it as an early planning date, but confirm the official MLB schedule and your team’s home opener before booking travel.
MLB Season and Championship Timeline
These milestones show how the MLB season start connects to league history, postseason changes, and recent World Series winners.
The National League began play, forming one of the main roots of modern Major League Baseball.
The American League began play as a major league.
The first modern World Series was played between the Boston Americans and the Pittsburgh Pirates.
MLB introduced divisional play, changing how teams moved from the regular season into the postseason.
MLB moved to three divisions per league.
A second Wild Card team was added in each league.
The Atlanta Braves won the World Series, defeating the Houston Astros 4-2.
The Houston Astros won the World Series, defeating the Philadelphia Phillies 4-2.
The Texas Rangers won the World Series, defeating the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-1.
The Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series, defeating the New York Yankees 4-1.
The Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series, defeating the Toronto Blue Jays 4-3.
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