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We break down everything you need to know ahead of Sunday’s Hello Kitty® Day vs Bay FC
📅 SCHEDULE:
11:00 PM – Gates open
11:45 PM – Warm-ups begin
12:30 PM – Kickoff
TRAFFIC ADVISORY:
The Washington Nationals have a game on Saturday at 12:15 p.m. ET. Fans may see increased traffic before and after the match in the Buzzard Point area. We recommend taking the Metro (Green/Yellow → Navy Yard-Ballpark) for a stress-free start to Sunday’s matchday.
Before Arriving
🎒 REVIEW THE BAGGAGE POLICY: Bags must be smaller than 14″ by 14″ by 6″. No backpacks, coolers, or luggage are allowed. Review Audi’s Field Guide for information on restricted items (ie no umbrellas). Fans with medical needs or diaper bags should email Audi Field’s Guest Experience and use Gate B to expedite entry.
🥁 MARCH TO THE MATCH:Meet up with Spirit Supporters Groups at Dacha Beer Garden starting at 11:00 a.m. ET before heading to the traffic circle (S. Capitol St. and Potomac Ave.) and walking over to Gate A together at 11:45 a.m. ET. The march will continue inside the stadium and around the concourse, join as you can!
Prematch
🎶 ENTERTAINMENT: Kids Table will be performing at the Spirit Stage inside of Gate A at 11:00 a.m. ET!
🩷 PREMATCH HONOREES & CEREMONY
NATIONAL ANTHEM: Ryan Flood
COLOR GUARD: MPD Honor Guard
CAREFIRST COMMUNITY CAPTAIN: Robin Taylor, DC Scores.
HONORARY CAPTAIN: Felismina Andrade, Director of External Communications & Community Relations at Giant Food.
DISTRICT DIARIES HONOREE PRESENTED BY EVENTS DC: Jeanne Konicki from Latin American Youth Center.
Hello Kitty® Day Off the Pitch
💫 SPIRITVILLE: East Concourse is the move; face painting, coloring sheets, friendship bracelet-making, photo moment at the Hello Kitty-branded SPIRIT letters, and more!
- A Dream Collab Giveaway: the first 5,000 fans through the gates take home a reversible Spirit x Hello Kitty bucket hat. Two looks, one hat.
🏟️ IN MATCH:
- Keep an eye on your seat: one Lucky Row will win a set of Hello Kitty prizes!
- In-match trivia: test your Hello Kitty knowledge.
- Strike a pose: be ready to show some love while on Hello Kitty Friendship Cam!
📣 HALFTIME SHOWCASE: Experience the full program! Stay through halftime to witness an exhilarating 7v7 friendly match featuring our area’s finest young athletes from Maury Elementary and LFCU (MSI team) presented by the community-minded team at Lafayette Federal Credit Union.
❇️ ROOFTOP: The Heineken Rooftop is open before kickoff and all match long, grab a drink, soak in the skyline, and set the tone for the night.
Items of the Match
Introducing the Hello Kitty x Spirit Scarf, part of the Hello Kitty x Spirit collection! Grab it at Audi Field this Sunday as the Spirit take on Bay FC!
🛍️ HOW TO GET YOURS: Purchase during the game at the following merch locations: Spiritville, Section 130, Club Level, or Section 119.
If you placed an online order for in-stadium pickup, please use the designated line at the Spirit Shop location in Spiritville to collect your order, and please have your order confirmation number ready.
👚 KIT CUSTOMIZATION: Drop off your jersey by 12:30 p.m. ET on August 30 for same-day customization with any Spirit player’s name and number.
Postmatch
🔒 ACCESS: For the safety of players and guests, only Premium ticketholders (F1-F12, C1-C9, and S1-S31) are allowed in sections F1-F12 along the east sideline after the match. General ticketholders wanting to get closer to the field after the match can head to sections 135-138. Learn more >
Transportation
🚅 METRO: Audi Field can be accessed from both the Navy Yard-Ballpark and Waterfront stations. The ADA shuttle will run from the west entrance to the Audi Field Club Shop on a continuous 15-30 minute loop, starting an hour before kickoff and ending an hour after the match.Parking is available at the Anacostia station, just one stop away on the Green Line.
🚗 PARKING: Members, make sure to book your parking ahead of time with your member discount code through SpotHero.
🚲 BIKING: Two Wheel Valet allows fans to store their bikes during the match. The valet is at the southwest corner of the stadium at the intersection of 2nd and T St. The valet opens when gates open and will remain open at least one hour after the end of a match.
Accessibility
Guests with special needs or accessibility questions are encouraged to contact the Audi Field Guest Experience team (guestexperience@dcunited.com) prior to matchday. To learn more about the courtesy shuttle, sensory room, and accessible seating, click here.
KULTURECITY SENSORY ROOM: Fans with sensory sensitivities can take a break from the visual and auditory stimulations of matchday in the KultureCity Sensory Room, located on the Heineken Rooftop.
SENSORY BAGS: Additionally, sensory bags are available while supplies last at Guest Services for any guest who may feel overwhelmed by the environment. Each bag is equipped with noise-cancelling headphones, fidget tools, and verbal cue cards.
TEXT FOR HELP: Text (202) 888-2375 for fan assistance if you’re in need while at Audi Field.
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