Colorado Rapids

Gameday Guide | Your complete guide to the Rocky Mountain Cup match with Real Salt Lake

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It's all come down to this weekend––a Rocky Mountain Cup-deciding match with rivals Real Salt Lake at DICK'S Sporting Goods Park. A Block Party, halftime bubble soccer and contest that will shake up the Western Conference are just the beginning, as the Rapids will cap off the night with a Rocky Mountain Rivalry-themed drone show by Sky Elements! This matchup with the team on the other side of the Rockies is one you won't want to miss. Secure your tickets today!

Pregame Activities

New Expanded Block Party Begins at The Dale's Bar Patio | 5:30 p.m.

  • 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.
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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.
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Backpack Drive with Adelente

  • Before you make your way into the stadium, head to Gate B or G to donate to Adelente's backpack drive! Lightly used or new backpacks will be accepted, and fans will receive one complimentary ticket to a home game in September for each backpack donated.
  • Adelente is a non-profit organization dedicated to aiding Spanish-speaking entrepreneurs and their families by providing education and support with technical skills, essential business skills, health, and wellness. Adelente will be handing out swag bags at Section 105 during the game--stop by to learn more about their mission!

All Gates Open | 6:30 p.m.

  • For this game only, 5,000 Rapids x DICK'S Sporting Goods pennants will be handed out on ingress! Get in the gates early to make sure you snag one, along with some coloring tools to fill it in with the colors of your choosing.
  • 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.
  • If you haven't treated yourself to one of our new food items available at the stadium yet, save some room 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.
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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 Real Salt Lake | 7:30 p.m.

In-Game Activities

  • Keep your eyes on the pitch during halftime to catch our bubble 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

Rocky Mountain Rivalry Drone Show

If you missed our first drone show on Soccer For All Night in May, your second chance to catch one is sure to impress! This drone show will feature elements of our rivalry with Salt Lake, honor some Rapids legends and celebrate your Burgundy Boys' performances on the pitch! Fans will be invited to make their way onto the field postgame (or remain in their seats) to get the best view of the drone show above the north end of the stadium. This is a show you won't want to miss!

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: 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.

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