{"id":241128,"date":"2026-05-22T22:34:50","date_gmt":"2026-05-22T22:34:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/241128\/"},"modified":"2026-05-22T22:34:50","modified_gmt":"2026-05-22T22:34:50","slug":"summer-of-soccer-features-themed-nights-and-fan-events","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/241128\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer of Soccer Features Themed Nights and Fan Events"},"content":{"rendered":"

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As the world\u2019s game takes over our nation, Brooklyn FC\u2019s summer-long celebration supports the borough\u2019s vibrant soccer community with special themed matchdays, a pop-up soccer bar, and tickets starting at just $15 \u2014 all in!\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

This summer, soccer will take over our nation, our city, and our borough, and Brooklyn FC will be right in the thick of it.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Anchored by a slate of special matchdays, cultural events, and global soccer celebrations, Brooklyn FC\u2019s \u201cSummer of Soccer\u201d will be a driving force for Brooklyn\u2019s soccer party this summer from Memorial Day to Labor Day.<\/p>\n

And unlike some other soccer events, BKFC\u2019s matches won\u2019t break the bank. A special \u201cSummer of Soccer\u201d ticket price means fans can enjoy pro soccer in the borough starting at $15, all in.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Themed Matchdays at Maimonides Park<\/p>\n

Brooklyn FC Men\u2019s summer home schedule features a slate of themed matchdays built around community, culture, and summertime in Brooklyn:<\/p>\n

Pride \u2013 Sunday, June 7, 3:00 pm vs. Portland Hearts of Pine<\/p>\n

This matinee celebration of inclusion, in partnership with five local LGBTQ+ organizations, features a pre-match \u201cCeremonial Goal\u201d with Refuge America and the drop of a BKFC x @lgbtbrooklyn cobranded graphic tee in the team store. Plus, for kids, a special activity on the concourse: tie-dye! TICKETS<\/a><\/p>\n

Rep Your Country Night \u2013 Saturday, June 20, 7:00 pm vs. Tampa Bay Rowdies<\/p>\n

Maimonides Park becomes the UN on this special night. Activations include a USMNT-themed giveaway (details will be revealed soon) and the release of a limited edition BKFC x US Soccer co-branded \u201cClub & Country\u201d scarf. Fans are encouraged to show their national pride by sporting their favorite national team kit. TICKETS<\/a><\/p>\n

Volunteer Appreciation Night \u2013 Saturday, July 25 vs. San Antonio FC<\/p>\n

In association with NYC Service, BKFC will honor those in our community who serve others with no strings attached. TICKETS<\/a><\/p>\n

Beach Day \u2013 Saturday, August 8 vs. Birmingham Legion<\/p>\n

Just steps from the ocean, Maimonides Park will become an extension of the Coney Island beach for one night only. The first 500 fans through the gates will receive a free Brooklyn FC tank top. All fans are encouraged to wear their favorite beachwear, from speedos to bikinis, with special prizes given out to the Best Beach Bums in attendance. TICKETS<\/a><\/p>\n

Youth Sports Night \u2013 Saturday, August 22 vs. Charleston Battery<\/p>\n

A celebration of Brooklyn\u2019s youth sports community. Kids will get the opportunity to join a pregame parade and take penalty kicks on the field after the match. Plus, a free pair of Brooklyn FC sunglasses will be given away to the first 500 fans through the gates. TICKETS<\/a><\/p>\n

Paws at the Pitch \u2013 Saturday, August 29 vs. Sporting JAX<\/p>\n

A matchday dedicated to our furry friends. All dogs in attendance will be invited to participate in a Dog Parade and will receive a custom, Brooklyn FC-branded poop bag dispenser, perfect for those early morning walks through the neighborhood. TICKETS<\/a><\/p>\n

Introducing the Brooklyn Soccer Bar @ Threes Brewing<\/p>\n

In celebration of the FIFA World Cup, Brooklyn FC and Threes Brewing<\/a> have partnered to create \u201cThe Brooklyn Soccer Bar @ Threes Brewing\u201d \u2014 a temporary home away from home for soccer fans in Brooklyn.\u00a0<\/p>\n

In June and July, the Threes locations in Gowanus and Greenpoint will have all of the biggest soccer matches on TV and the BKFC-branded \u201cGolden Goal\u201d beer on tap.<\/p>\n

The club will level up its presence for select matchdays with unique activations, giveaways, and a pop-up shop. The BKFC activation schedule at the Brooklyn Soccer Bar includes:<\/p>\n

Opening match, June 11: Mexico-South Africa, 3pm<\/p>\n

\u201cFutbol Fridays\u201d<\/p>\n

June 12: USA-Paraguay, 9pm (Brian McBride appearance\/Q&A)<\/p>\n

June 19: USA-Australia, 3pm<\/p>\n

June 26: Norway-France, 3pm<\/p>\n

July 3: Round of 32, 2pm\/6pm<\/p>\n

July 10: Quarterfinals, 3pm<\/p>\n

Final, July 19: Kickoff 3pm<\/p>\n

Additional BKFC Events This Summer<\/p>\n

Downtown Brooklyn Soccer Village \u2013 June 17 \u2013 Downtown Brooklyn Commons Park<\/p>\n

The Brooklyn FC Street Team will hang out at this large soccer-focused community event in Downtown Brooklyn. Fans can spin the BKFC \u201cPrize-O-Rama\u201d to see if they can win a 2026 official Brooklyn FC kit.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Able Made Pop-Up Shop & Soccerobics Class \u2013 July 9 \u2013 Moxy Williamsburg<\/p>\n

Able Made will host a pop-up shop at Moxy Williamsburg from 3-8 p.m., featuring soccer-inspired apparel and community vibes. Hotel guests can also take part in a \u201cSoccerobics\u201d workout class from 6:30-7:30 p.m., blending fitness and soccer culture in a unique Brooklyn experience.<\/p>\n

New Balance SoHo pop-up \u2013 July 12,<\/p>\n

BKFC\u2019s official kit partner, New Balance, will host a pop-up shop in SoHo from July 10-19. BKFC will take over the space on July 12, when head coach Marlon LeBlanc will make an appearance, and the club will host a community tournament in the pop-up mini-pitch.\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"As the world\u2019s game takes over our nation, Brooklyn FC\u2019s summer-long celebration supports the borough\u2019s vibrant soccer community…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":241129,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[36],"tags":[98,100,99,9,24,63],"class_list":["post-241128","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-brooklyn","tag-brooklyn","tag-brooklyn-headlines","tag-brooklyn-news","tag-new-york","tag-new-york-city","tag-nyc"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/241128","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=241128"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/241128\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/241129"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=241128"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=241128"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=241128"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}