There’s just 11 days until Opening Day — otherwise known as the unofficial #TakeAHalfDay Day!

Did you know this year, Marlins Park is opening its doors at 2:00 PM – that’s two hours early – for fans to celebrate the big game?

HOT TIPS: Opening Day festivities start at 3:15 PM, and MLB is implementing Metal Detectors across the League which will slow things down a little bit, so give yourself plenty of time! We’d also recommend you reserve a parking pass at marlins.com/parking ahead of time to avoid any delays on that front.

With so many amusements and attractions to enjoy before 4:10 PM even rolls around, we’ve come up with nine reasons why you should #TakeAHalfDay and come to the ballpark early next Monday afternoon!

9) Watch Batting Practice! – Enjoy a view of Marlins BP beginning at 2:00 PM! Opening Day will be the only game this season where gates will open to the public two hours prior to the first…