How many days until Major League Baseball Season Start?
Major League Baseball Season Start is on Wednesday, March 24, 2027. There are 166 days left until Major League Baseball Season Start. Major League Baseball Season Start is observed on March 24, 2027 for Opening Night; March 25, 2027 for traditional Opening Day.
Date & Planning Details
Major League Baseball Season Start is observed on March 24, 2027 for Opening Night; March 25, 2027 for traditional Opening Day.
Major League Baseball has announced March 24, 2027 as the start of the regular season with a standalone Opening Night game. Traditional Opening Day follows on March 25.
This seasonal boundary is not a public holiday.
Major League Baseball Season Start Calendar (2027)
| Year | Date | Day | Days Left | Weekend? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | March 24 | Wed | 166 days | No |
What is Major League Baseball Season Start?
The 2027 Major League Baseball regular season begins on Wednesday, March 24 with a standalone Opening Night game. The matchup has not yet been announced. Traditional Opening Day follows on Thursday, March 25 with 14 games, and the first full slate of 15 games is scheduled for Saturday, March 27. The March 24 date is the first regular-season game and therefore the date used for this countdown.
How People Observe It
Fans mark the start of the MLB season by attending or watching the opening games, following team lineups and schedules, and beginning season-long fantasy baseball and standings tracking.
Planning note
Game times, matchups, and broadcast details may be updated before the season begins, so fans planning attendance or travel should confirm the final schedule closer to Opening Day.
Broadcast note
The March 24 Opening Night game is scheduled to stream live on Netflix. Traditional Opening Day on March 25 will include a primetime game on NBC, with the matchup to be announced.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the 2027 MLB season start?
The 2027 MLB regular season begins on Wednesday, March 24, 2027 with a standalone Opening Night game.
When is MLB Opening Day in 2027?
Traditional MLB Opening Day is Thursday, March 25, 2027, when 14 games are scheduled.
Why does this countdown use March 24 instead of March 25?
March 24 is the first regular-season game of 2027. March 25 is the traditional Opening Day for the broader league schedule.
Will every MLB team play on March 25, 2027?
No. Fourteen games are scheduled for traditional Opening Day on March 25. The first full 15-game slate is scheduled for March 27.
Does Spring Training count as the start of the MLB regular season?
No. Spring Training consists of preseason exhibition games. The regular season officially begins with Opening Night on March 24, 2027.
Can the 2027 MLB opening schedule change?
Yes. MLB schedules can be revised, and individual game times or matchups may be updated before the season begins.
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