Colorado Rapids

Gameday Guide | Your complete guide to our Home Opener against Portland Timbers 

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SOCCER AT ALTITUDE IS BACK!

Join us Saturday afternoon for the first home game of 2026! Kickoff at DICK'S Sporting Goods Park is set for 2:30 p.m.

Whether you're cheering on the Burgundy and Blue from the stands, your couch, or favorite bar, make sure to download theĀ Rapids App! Fans can access tickets, get in-game notifications like real-time scores, stats and highlights and use the interactive map to find what they need at DSGP.

First off--updates to food & beverage, gameday experience and more happening on Saturday!

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New Food & Beverage Options

Burgundy Bites Value Menu, each priced at $5

  • Hot Dogs, Popcorn, Pretzels, Nachos & Cheese
  • Goal Ice Cream Pop, French Fries, Bottled Soda, Water
2026 Food & Beverage Updates
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New (or Returning) Local Food & Beverage Partners

  • Taco Bron — Stand 1 on the Northeast Corner
  • Big Belly Brothers BBQ — Stand 2 on the Midfield East
  • Maria Empanada — Stand 4 on the Southeast Corner
  • Infinitus PieĀ  — Stand 5 at Corner Kick
  • GB Fish & Chips — Dale’s Bar on the South Endline
  • Jake Baby D'sĀ  — Gate F

Matchday Drink SpecialsĀ 

  • Pregame – until 30 minutes prior to kickoff – 12ozĀ draft beer for $5 (limit 2 per transaction/valid ID)Ā 
  • Postgame – for atleast 1-hour post-match - 12oz draft beer for $5 (limit 2 per transaction/valid ID)

Learn more about other updates and partners here.

Gameday and Stadium Upgrades

Rush to KickoffĀ 

The club continues to make improvements to the presentation of the match with a few newĀ momentsĀ inĀ storeĀ this season!Ā Make sure to be in your seat at least 20 minutes before kickoff to view all the pyro, videos and, most importantly, welcome the team to the pitch as part of the pregame procession.

  • 2,500 flags will be placed in the South Bank each gameĀ 
  • Fireworks, cryo, and a surprise at the south end of the stadium right before kickoff šŸ‘€

Full Fan Experience

  • Upgraded Altitude Authentics Team Store
  • Trophy Cases & MuralsĀ 
    • Check out new trophy cases inside Gate G and by The Dale's Bar, plus incredible murals at Legends Corner and the South Bank that honor our history as an original MLS club and might even include some easter eggs on the future of the Rapids šŸ–¼ļø

Find more details on stadium upgrades here.

Pregame Activities

Tailgating

  • Tailgate with our supporters group, Centennial 38, in Lot F or create your own in any parking lot located at DICK'S Sporting Goods Park. Eat, drink, and get hype before gates open!
  • Join C38 in their March to the Match, starting at Lot F and coming through Gate E!

The Dale's Bar Opens | 1:00 p.m.

  • Located on the south end of the concourse between Gates D and E, The Dale’s Bar has got you covered on food and drink all night, including postgame! Grab your refreshments as early as 1:00 p.m. in preparation for the 2:30 p.m. kickoff.

Park Everything Lot Opens | 12:45 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 Opens | 12:45 p.m.

  • Located on west side of the stadium, the Rapids Rideshare Lot operates as fans' drop-off and pick-up location on gameday for a safer and more convenient way to catch their ride home. This year, the Rapids Rideshare Lot has relocated next to Lot H on E 60th Ave--Check out it's new location on the interactive map within the Rapids App.

All Gates Open | 1:30 p.m.

  • While you wait for the game to start, visit any of our cashless concessions stands, official team stores, or The Dale's Bar! Make sure to be in your seat at least 20 minutes before kickoff to view all the pyro, videos and, most importantly, welcome the team to the pitch as part of the pregame procession.

Rush to Kickoff | 2:25 p.m.

  • BE IN YOUR SEATS for the pregame countdown to kickoff! We've got new pyro, hype videos and more to welcome the team to the pitch that you won't want to miss šŸ‘€

KICKOFF vs Portland Timbers | 2:30 p.m.

In-Game

  • Keep your eyes on the pitch during the half for dizzy penalty kicks!
  • 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

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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