COMMERCE CITY, Colo. — The Colorado Rapids will close out their 2026 Major League Soccer regular-season home schedule by hosting Fan Appreciation Night, presented by Colorado Potatoes, on Saturday, October 31 against Chicago Fire FC at DICK’S Sporting Goods Park.
As the Burgundy Boys host their final regular-season home match of the year, the club is turning the evening into a double-header celebration: honoring the most vital pillar of the organization - the fans, while providing a fun Halloween experience for all ages. Featuring a pre-game Halloween Village in the VIP East lot, extensive concourse activations, family-friendly festivities, and exclusive merch giveaways, the evening is primed to celebrate the holiday and most essential piece of the club--our fans.
The fun starts at the pre-game Halloween Village in the VIP East Lot for trick-or-treating, spooky games, a costume contest and more! Activities include:
- Halloween-themed photo booth
- Live DJ
- Kids Zone
- Game Truck
- Kids Trackless Train Rides
- Fire Truck and Police Cars
- Potato decorating and potato bobbing contest, presented by Colorado Potatoes
The Halloween Village will operate from 4-7 p.m. with fans allowed entry into the gates at 6:30 p.m.
Fans also have the opportunity to get their photo taken at the Fan Appreciation photobooth before entering the gates, located on the south end of the stadium. Commemorate your favorite matchday memories with a pic!
Once inside the gates, fans can enjoy a stadium-wide Trick-or-Treat Trail featuring specially designated, Halloween-themed candy and giveaway stations. Select stadium concessions will feature specialty Halloween-themed cocktails and some festive seasonal treats, such as:
- RapidMan's Revenge (Spicy margarita)
- Bleed Burgundy (Bloody Mary)
To thank the fanbase, the Altitude Authentics Team Store is offering storewide discounts across all inventories, including 15% off for all fans, 25% off Headwaters Kits, and 30% off for Season Ticket Members (an additional 10% above standard STM discount). The Merch of the Match will feature the exclusive Rapids Patchwork Tee ($35).
Halloween costumes are encouraged; however, masks, fake weapons, and full-coverage face paint will not be allowed within the stadium footprint, including the main stadium, parking lots, and surrounding fields. Refer to the full DICK'S Sporting Goods Park Fan Guide for a list of prohibited items and best gameday practices.
On-Field Post-Match Traditions
- Lap of Honor:Â Stay in your seats as the team will compllete a Lap of Honor, circling the stadium to thank fans for their unwavering support all season long!Â
- Jersey Off Our Backs: Following the Lap of Honor, all players will participate in the annual Jersey Off Our Backs ceremony, where select fans receive a game-worn jersey directly from a Rapids player on the field.
- Man of Match Oar Ceremony: To conclude the evening’s festivities, Centennial 38, the Rapids supporters’ group, will present commemorative oars to this season’s Man of the Match winners. Â
Don't miss out on all the fun slated for a night of spooky Halloween festivities, Fan Appreciation celebrations, and a crucial final regular season home match! Get your tickets today at ColoradoRapids.com/tickets.
Fan Appreciation | Saturday, October 31
For the Rapids' final regular season home game of the 2026 season, join us in celebrating the most important part of the team: the fans! Fan Appreciation presented by Colorado Potatoes will feature giveaways, celebrations and more, all in appreciation of the dedicated Rapids fans who supported the Burgundy Boys this season.