# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Babe Ruth Sultan of Swat Home Run Derby (100th Anniversary Celebration)
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: WHAT: The 3rd Annual Babe Ruth Sultan of Swat Home Run Derby, presented by Visit Luzerne County and the City of Wilkes-Barre. This year notes the 100th anniversary of Ruth’s legendary 650-Ft. home run into Kirby Park.

WHEN: Saturday, October 10. County vs. City game at 11 a.m. Derby opening ceremonies at 12 noon. Women’s derby at approximately 12:20 p.m. Men’s derby at approximately 1:30 p.m. 

SPECIAL FESTIVITIES: In honor of the 100th anniversary, Babe Ruth’s grandson, Tom Stevens, will be attending the Derby. Mr. Stevens will say a few words during the pre-derby ceremonies and will also throw out the ceremonial first pitch. Wilkes-Barre Mayor George Brown and Wilkes-Barre City Council will proclaim Oct. 12 “Babe Ruth Day” in the City of Wilkes-Barre, and Luzerne County Manager Romilda Crocamo and Luzerne County Council will proclaim Oct. 12 “Babe Ruth Day” in Luzerne County. Mayor Brown will also present Stevens with a Key to the City. Food vendors and “Champ,” the official mascot of the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders, will be on hand.

DERBY DETAILS: The Derby is open to all men and women, ages 16 and up, who feel they are capable of launching a ball out of the ballpark. (There will be a male/female derby, and the distance of the fence will be modified for the women.) The Derby will offer “Sultan of Swat” awards for the male and female contestants who hit the longest home runs and “Bambino” awards for the male and female contestants who hit the most home runs. Participants will be eligible to win both awards. Home runs will be measured using Rapsodo 2.0 technology, courtesy of Russ Canzler Sports  
 
BENEFACTOR: Geisinger Children’s Miracle Network/Janet Weis Children’s Hospital. 

To register: www.visitluzernecounty.com
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wilkes-barre/babe-ruth-sultan-of-swat-home-run-derby-100th-anniversary-celebration/200030022711312
- **Event Categories**: sports, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 62

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Wilkes Barre
- **state**: PA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Kirby Park, Wilkes-Barre, PA
- **lat**: 41.2507
- **long**: -75.89161
- **full address**: Kirby Park, Wilkes-Barre, PA, Wilkes Barre, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Babe Ruth Sultan of Swat Home Run Derby (100th Anniversary Celebration) being held?
  - **A:** Babe Ruth Sultan of Swat Home Run Derby (100th Anniversary Celebration) takes place on Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Kirby Park, Wilkes-Barre, PA, Wilkes Barre, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Babe Ruth Sultan of Swat Home Run Derby (100th Anniversary Celebration)?
  - **A:** Babe Ruth Sultan of Swat Home Run Derby (100th Anniversary Celebration) is organized by Visit Luzerne County.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Babe Ruth Sultan of Swat Home Run Derby (100th Anniversary Celebration) is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Wilkes Barre, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 60+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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