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We break down everything you need to know ahead of Saturday’s District vs Empire.
📅 SCHEDULE:
11:00 AM – Gates open
11:45 AM – Warm-ups begin
12:30 PM – Kickoff
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.
Prematch
🎶 ENTERTAINMENT: Run For Cover will be performing at the Spirit Stage inside of Gate A at 11 a.m. ET!
🩷 PREMATCH HONOREES & CEREMONY
NATIONAL ANTHEM: Black Assets
COLOR GUARD: WMATA Honor Guard
YOUTH COACH OF THE MATCH: Megan Cardenas, PPA
HONORARY CAPTAIN: Dr. Tracy Hadden Loh, WMATA
DISTRICT DIARIES HONOREE PRESENTED BY EVENTS DC: Hannah Penman, Executive Director of Soccer For The Future
District vs Empire Off the Pitch
👕 GIVEAWAY: The first 5,000 fans through Gate A will take home a Tara Rudd building block set.
💫 SPIRITVILLE:
- Celebrate District vs. Empire with a photo moment in Spiritville!
- Visit the iHeart Radio table for free giveaway including sunglasses, phone grips, and more!
- Stop by Sol de Janeiro’s soccer ball wall in Spiritville and you could score full-size Intense Mists and exclusive prizes!
📣 HALFTIME SHOWCASE: Eastern High Marching Band.
❇️ ROOFTOP: The Heineken Rooftop is closed for a private event.
💪 INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE GIRL
Did you know not having a sports bra can keep a girl from playing sports? The Washington Spirit is teaming up with The Sports Bra Project to remove that barrier for International Day of the Girl. Bring a new sports bra or make a monetary donation at The Sports Bra Project table on Audi Drive.
Didn’t bring one? Stop by anyway to learn how you can help make sports more accessible.
Items of the Match
Show your Spirit pride with the District vs. Empire T-shirt! Grab your gear and support the District proudly.
🛍️ 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 October 17 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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