When Is Mlb Opening Day 2025. The official start date for the 2025 mlb season is march 18, 2025 , as the dodgers will face the chicago cubs. Just like in 2024, opening day will take place.

Mlb moved opening day from thursday march 27 to friday march 28, to provide additional time to prepare the ballpark for the rays home opener. The official start date for the 2025 mlb season is march 18, 2025 , as the dodgers will face the chicago cubs.