Q: Will the Colorado Rapids vs Montreal Impact MLS match still take place as scheduled on August 3 at 7:00 PM?
A: Yes. Our highest priority is the health and safety of our fans, staff, and local community. In accordance with the Tri-County Health Department’s recommendation for the safety of all attendees, parking lots at DICK’S Sporting Goods Park will be restricted to asphalt lots only until further notice. The health department feels that these precautions will greatly minimize the risk of exposure to patrons, players, and employees and help ensure a safe experience.
Q: Will the postgame fireworks show take place following the match on August 3?
A: No. Following recommendations from the Tri-County Health Department and the City of Commerce City, the Colorado Rapids have cancelled the post-game fireworks display scheduled for Saturday, August 3 due to the confirmed presence of plague-infested fleas affecting prairie dog colonies in the region.
Q: As a fan, am I safe to attend the match on Saturday night and in the future?
A: Yes, the Tri-County Health Department have requested the closure of certain areas as a precaution but have approved games going ahead as they believe these precautions will greatly minimize the risk of exposure to patrons, players, and employees and help ensure a safe experience. You can find more information and contact the Tri-County Health Department with any health-related inquiries here.
Q: What is the plague, how is it transmitted and what are the symptoms?
A: Please direct all health-related questions to the Tri-County Health Department here.
Q: Where should I park while the dirt lots are closed?
A: Fans will be asked to park on the surface, asphalt lots. All dirt parking lots surrounding DICK’S Sporting Goods Park are closed.
Q: How long will the areas be closed?
A: The areas are closed until further notice, you can contact the Tri-County Health Department here, the Rocky Mountain Arsenal here and the Colorado Rapids will provide more information as we have it available.
