Midwest Member Chapter
AIST Midwest Night at the Ballpark
Friday, July 31, 2026 • 6:45 PM CST First Pitch • Steel Yard Stadium – Gary, IN, USA
Post-Game Fireworks Included!
Join the AIST Midwest Chapter for an exciting summer evening at the ballpark as the Gary SouthShore RailCats take the field on Friday, July 31, 2026. This family-friendly networking event combines baseball, great food, beverages, fireworks, and an opportunity to connect with friends and colleagues from across the steel industry in a relaxed atmosphere.
This year’s event features a new indoor/outdoor party deck and suite experience, giving attendees a premium view of the game along with all-inclusive buffet and beverage options. Following the game, enjoy a spectacular post-game fireworks show.
To make the event more family-friendly and accessible, we are now offering two ticket options:
- All-Inclusive Ticket – Includes game ticket, buffet, beer & wine package
- Buffet-Only Ticket – Reduced-price option without alcohol package
Group discounts are also available when purchasing 4 or more tickets, making it a great opportunity to bring coworkers, friends, and family members.
Attendees who purchase tickets before July 1st will be entered into a raffle for the opportunity to throw out the ceremonial first pitch before the game. Bonus raffle entries are available for larger group purchases.
We look forward to another great evening of networking, entertainment, and industry camaraderie with the AIST Midwest Chapter.
Bring Your Own Young Professional (BYOYP) Program
AIST recently launched the Bring Your Own Young Professional (BYOYP) program to encourage our members to help boost the next generation’s involvement in AIST and the steel industry. If you are an AIST member and are bringing a Young Professional (age 30 and under) to the conference, you can receive a free gift. All you have to do is enter their contact information on the registration form when you sign up for the conference. Find out more information about the program here.