On November 28, the Seibu Lions will hold their fan appreciation event, 'LIONS THANKS FESTA 2026 supported by Olive,' at their home stadium, Belluna Dome. The theme is 'Again this year! Let's connect at an overwhelmingly close distance,' and they will host numerous events where fans can interact with players at the closest proximity among all 12 teams.

Player Association President Shuta Tonosaki released a comment through the team, saying, "Thank you very much for all your support this season. This time, we want to make it a day where we players can express our gratitude. At last year's Entertainment Baseball, we had a lot of fun ourselves, like having our great senior Nakamura-senshu sprint at full speed (laughs). I am looking forward to meeting all the fans again this year at an overwhelmingly close distance!"

On the ground, the player-versus-player baseball showdown 'Overwhelming Entertainment Baseball!', which was a huge hit last year, will be held for an extended duration of one hour. All players will participate, and fans can enjoy an event packed with entertainment elements, including serious competition as well as unpredictable special rules. Additionally, a '2026 Draft New Player Unveiling' will be held, where eight players, including first-round draft pick pitcher Keito Kawajiri from Asia University, are scheduled to appear before the fans.