Washington Nationals' Racing Presidents and Screech to Make Special Appearances During the 98th Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival®

The Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival® is thrilled to announce that the Washington Nationals Racing Presidents will join Nationals legend Ryan Zimmerman during this year’s festival! George, Tom, Abe, and Teddy are lacing up their oversized shoes for special appearances during the 98th Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival, including a stop at the Partlow Insurance Sports Breakfast on Saturday morning, May 3 from 8:00 to 9:00 am in the Tolley Dental Zone at James R. Wilkins, Jr. Athletics and Events Center. The Racing Presidents will also greet fans as they ride through the streets in Old Town Winchester during the Glo Fiber Grand Feature Parade at 1:30 pm on Saturday afternoon, May 3. And don’t miss Screech, the beloved Nationals mascot, who will be bringing his signature energy and team spirit to the festivities.

The Washington Nationals Racing Presidents have been a mainstay at Nationals games since 2006. Originally a scoreboard video feature, the Presidents came "to life" in 2006. They are regularly featured on ESPN and have garnered the IDEA Conference “Best Interactive Feature” Award and GameOps.com "Best OF On-Field Promotion" award on multiple occasions.

Since their debut in 2006, the Racing Presidents have become a fan favorite, delighting Nationals fans young and old during the fourth inning of every home game. With their towering foam heads and unpredictable antics, the mascots have become a staple of the ballpark experience and a key part of the Nationals' identity.

This season, fans can look forward to new themed races, special guest appearances, interactive fan opportunities, and celebratory moments tied to key U.S. holidays and events. 
Whether Teddy finally breaks his losing streak, Abe flexes his speed, or George surprises everyone with an upset win, the races are sure to continue sparking cheers, laughs, and unforgettable moments for fans at every game.  For more information about the Washington Nationals, game schedules, or to purchase tickets, visit nationals.com.

Festival fans can purchase tickets to the Partlow Insurance Sports Breakfast or Glo Fiber Grand Feature Parade seats by visiting our events page.