Too Early for Birds?

What would you get up early for? Perhaps to pick up someone at the airport? Drive a kid to the drop-off for a school field trip? A royal wedding? Or maybe a sport that is played in a different time zone? Now, imagine this: the Orioles Caravan is coming to town. In fact, it’s here right now at Banditos in the Merriweather District.

That’s right, the kick-off event for the Orioles Caravan is in Columbia from 5:30 am to 10 am in the morning. In a place that does not serve breakfast. Belly up to the Banditos bar with the Birds, boys.

Kickoff Caravan with Justin, Scott & Spiegel Live from Banditos, presented by Corona

Live Justin, Scott & Spiegel 98 Rock Morning Show with in-person interviews and photos with players + raffle prizes and giveaways

Time: 5:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Location: Banditos Tacos & Tequila in Columbia

Address: 6000 Merriweather Dr, Columbia, MD 21044

Admission: No ticket required, limited capacity, open to all fans

Featuring: Danny Coulombe, Colton Cowser, EVP/GM Mike Elias, Manager Brandon Hyde, John Means, Ryan Mountcastle, Grayson Rodriguez, Jacob Webb

Participating Sponsor: The Maryland Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling

The crew from 98 Rock is on hand with a few familiar faces.

Honestly, this is the only face that I would be interested in.

Photo from Birdland Caravan

If you’re interested in the origins of the Caravan, here’s some background information. It’s a fairly recent phenomenon.

I may be rolling my eyes over here at the thought of getting somewhere by 5:30 am for the Orioles, but - - who am I kidding? I get up at 5:00 am on most days to write a blog.

Here’s the full list of the upcoming Birdland Caravan Events. Not all of them are at ungodly hours of the morning.

Birdland Caravan 2024

What gets you up early?

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