Report: Marlins to Allow Fans to Have Musical Instruments at Games in 2024 MLB Season

The Miami Marlins are bringing their home atmosphere to another level in the 2024 season.

According to Andy Slater of Fox Sports 640, the Marlins will be letting fans bring flags, drums, and all musical instruments into home games at LoanDepot Park. However, pots and pans are not allowed.

The inspiration for the updated policy seems to stem from the 2024 Caribbean Series, which took place at LoanDepot Park. Fans were allowed to bring instruments including bongos, maracas, and cowbells which created an energetic environment for the fans as well as the players.

"We know how special baseball is for our community, many with roots in the Caribbean, and we are going to bring that passion and energy back in a special way," said Marlins President of Business Operations Caroline O'Connor in a press release. "We want fans dancing, playing their drums, waving their flags, and chanting along to every pitch!"

Miami previously permitted instruments and flags ahead of the 2019 season, although fans who planned on bringing them were only permitted to sit in an outfield section named "Comunidad 305."

Now, fans in any seat will be allowed to bring flags, drums, and instruments to the game. This could help the Marlins fill up seats after the team ranked No. 29 among all MLB teams in average home attendance during the 2023 season.