Every year, we dedicate one game to honoring the men and women who serve in the armed forces. We welcome veterans and fans alike to come out to thank those who have risked their lives for our country.
In addition to recognizing those in the armed forces we will be hosting the Rapids Unified Team for their first home game of the season! Stick around postgame to catch the Rapids Unified Team take on New York Red Bulls Unified on the first team pitch.
Check out our complete gameday timeline below:
Pregame Activities
Armed Forces Exhibitions
Check out all the military branches represented at our Armed Forces Night pregame and what they're bringing along with them for you to learn more about ⬇️
- Navy – 2 vehicles
- Marines – 1 vehicle
- Army – 1 vehicle/squad
- Air Force – 1 vehicle w/ trailer
- National Guard – 1 vehicle w/ trailer
The Dale's Bar Open | 5:30 p.m.
- Located on the south end of the concourse, Dale's Bar has got you covered on food and drink all night!
- The Rapids are excited to partner with Oskar Blues to offer a limited-edition Dale’s x Rapids Beer Crowler. You can only get this new item in stadium, available at The Dale’s Bar for $15.
Park Everything Lot Opens | 5:30 p.m.
- Fans that live near DSG Park are encouraged to use the Park Everything Lot outside Gate B! Strollers, scooters, wagons, bikes, and other wheeled vehicles will be accommodated at the Park Everything Lot and secured by stadium security for the entirety of gameday.
Rapids Rideshare Lot
- Located on west side of the stadium, the brand new Rapids Rideshare Lot will operate out of the first two lanes of the Victory North parking lot outside of gates G and H for both pre-game and post-game rides. Fans are encouraged to use this lot as their drop-off and pick-up location on gameday for a safer and more convenient way to catch their ride home.
All Gates Open | 6:30 p.m.
- If you didn't make it to our last home game, check out the new food items available at the stadium on Saturday! From Brisket Grilled Cheese to Chicken Parmesan Sandwich to Green Chili Mac & Cheese, we've got something for every footy fan around the stadium. Check out a full menu here and some mouth-watering shots of the new items below:
- As always, don't forget to grab your very own chant card and roster card (double-sided to function as a yellow card 😉) on your way in! This year, our cards will feature a QR code for an Enter To Win contest with various prizes to be won! Make sure to scan the QR code to submit your entry at any time.
- One lucky fan will receive a roster card with a golden sticker to redeem for a special prize at that specific game! The winner on Saturday will receive an autographed kit, available to pick up at Guest Services.
- Find MAA Milepost 35 in Section 105 to test your luck for the chance to win a mix of incredible prizes (Airpods, giftcards, & more!) and learn about Central Park’s newest apartment community located just minutes from DICK'S Sporting Goods Park!
Pregame Procession | 7:20 p.m.
- BE IN YOUR SEATS for the pregame countdown to kickoff! Don't miss our hype videos and pyro as the Rapids step onto the pitch.
KICKOFF vs New York Red Bulls | 7:30 p.m.
In-Game Activities
- Join us as we swear in 60 new military members across all branches at halftime! The swearing-in ceremony will take place at centerfield.
- Keep your eyes on the pitch during halftime to catch our mini soccer games!
- RapidMan Meet & Greet presented by DICK'S Sporting Goods: From the start of halftime until the 75th minute head to Section 134 to snap a photo with the best mascot in MLS, RapidMan!
Postgame Activities
Rapids Unified vs New York Red Bulls Unified
- Stick around as the Colorado Rapids Unified team will face New York Red Bulls Unified following the final whistle of the first-team game in their first home game of the season!
Player Appearance in The Dale's Bar
- Head over to Dale's Bar to hang out with defender Michael Edwards, grab some pics and get an autograph!
- The Dale's Bar will remain open postgame, don't miss out on a $5 12oz beer deal!
Hear from the Boss
- The Rapids will livestream the postgame press conference on the club’s YouTube page immediately following the match. Catch the postgame commentary from Head Coach Chris Armas and a player at YouTube.com/ColoradoRapids.
Rapids Rideshare Lot
- Remember to use the new Rideshare Lot to get home safely!
In-Stadium Info
TICKETS: Single-game tickets are still available on the official Rapids site here.
PARKING: Parking at DSGP is free! Enjoy the game without having to pay any additional parking fees when you arrive.
HEALTH AND SAFETY: Effective February 23, 2022, all fully vaccinated individuals can attend events at DICK’s Sporting Goods Park without a face mask and it is encouraged that all unvaccinated individuals wear masks while at DICK’S Sporting Goods Park.
Visit our official stadium Health & Safety guide here to stay informed on what to expect on gameday.
A-Z GUIDE: Find all stadium and gameday-related information at our A-Z Guide here.
WEATHER: Keep up to speed on all weather announcements here until we kick off!
For all of your in-stadium gameday needs, such as parking, health & safety measures, and concessions, check out our official Gameday page.
Can't Make It To The Game?
- Watch the game on MLS Season Pass here.
- Listen along on Altitude Sports Radio 950 AM
- Catch all the action on our social media channels at @ColoradoRapids
- Find exclusive pregame content, highlights and postgame interviews on our YouTube channel and website
