Updated
Updated · Fox News · Jun 4
MLB Puts 4 New Philadelphia Dishes to Fan Vote for 2026 All-Star Game
Updated
Updated · Fox News · Jun 4

MLB Puts 4 New Philadelphia Dishes to Fan Vote for 2026 All-Star Game

3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jun 4

Summary

  • Four Philadelphia-themed food items are competing in a fan vote to become a new offering during 2026 MLB All-Star festivities at Citizens Bank Park.
  • The candidates are the Declaration Dog, Liberty Stack, Betsy’s Banana Ice Cream Sundae and Revolutionary Rib Melt, all designed to tie the game to Philadelphia’s food identity and America’s 250th birthday.
  • Citizens Bank Park, home of the Phillies, will host the All-Star Game in Philadelphia, where organizers are using the vote to add a locally flavored attraction beyond the on-field events.
  • The promotion underscores how MLB is packaging the 2026 game as both a baseball showcase and a broader civic celebration built around Philadelphia history, branding and ballpark food.

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