We are kicking off this summer with a prime Western Conference matchup against Austin FC. Make sure to head out to DICK’S Sporting Goods Park to celebrate the beginning of summer with friends, footy, and a postgame firework show!
Check out our gameday timeline for Summer Kickoff below:
Pregame Activities
New Expanded Block Party Begins at The Dale's Bar Patio | 5:30 p.m.
- During this weekend's Block Party ONLY, Oskar Blues will be handing out 500 Rapids x Oskar Blues branded Koozies for dad in celebration of Fathers Day on Sunday.
- The Block Party is free to the public, so bring all of your friends and family to amp up the gameday energy!
- The expanded Block Party in 2024 will span from The Dale's Bar patio to the VIP East Lot on the south end of the stadium.
- Food trucks featured at the Block Party include Taco Bron and Hip Hop Popsicle.
- The Colorado 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.
- Note: Stadium entry directly through The Dale’s Bar or adjoining Gate D will not be available due to the updated Block Party footprint. Fans should enter The Block Party through Gate E.
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.
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 Austin FC | 7:30 p.m.
In-Game Activities
- Keep your eyes on the pitch during halftime to catch our bubble soccer games, back just in time for some summer fun!
- 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
9:45 P.M. Pitch Open to Fans
- Following the final whistle and Man of the Match ceremony, fans in attendance can start to make their way to the pitch to find a spot for the fireworks show!
Approx. 10:10 P.M. Fireworks Show
- Cap the night off with the first of three fireworks shows this season! Following the game, fans in attendance are invited sit directly on the field and view the Fireworks Celebration.
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
