It will be a special night this Friday at Inter&Co Stadium as the Orlando Pride take on the Chicago Stars to open the 2025 NWSL regular season with a special pre-game banner ceremony. The game, presented by Orlando Health, is scheduled to kick off at 8 p.m. ET, with gates opening at 7 p.m. ET. Fans are encouraged to be in their seats at 7:45 p.m. for the 2025 NWSL Shield and NWSL Championship Banner raising ceremony.
Scroll below to learn more about all the activities taking place on matchday.
Orlando City SC Season Ticket Members
Orlando CIty STMs, it's time to rally behind the Pride! Your tickets to the 10th Season Kickoff, presented by Orlando Health, are confirmed via Ticketmaster—save your ticket to your wallet now and be there for the electrifying home opener.
Match Day Timeline
6:00 PM - Mane Street Plaza, presented by Publix opens
6:00 PM - Ticket Office, powered by Ticketmaster, located at Gate A Opens
7:00 PM - Gates Open to General Public
7:05 PM - Starting XI Reveal, presented by Orlando Health
7:55 PM - Special Pregame Ceremony begins
8:03 PM - Procession begins
8:04 PM - Banner Raising Ceremony begins
8:12 PM - Kickoff
Pre-Match Activities
Opening at 6 p.m. ET, Mane Street Plaza presented by Publix, located just outside Gate B, will feature kid-friendly activities, including a photo booth, speed kick, free kick challenge, photobooth in Fan Zone next to the Kick'n Cruiser and tailgate games, as well as food trucks, drinks, giveaways from our partners, and more.
Don't forget to grab your pre-match drinks at the Heineken Star Bar and the new Jameson cart, located in Mane Street Plaza.
Mane Street Plaza, presented by Publix will close at 7:30 PM as fans are encouraged to head into Inter&Co Stadium early for a special pre-game ceremony.
Merch and Patch of the Match
The Merch of the Match is the 2025 Decennial Kit. The Patch of the Match is the Pride Unites Us All Patch. Both will be available at all retail locations inside Inter&Co Stadium and on ShopOrlandoPride
Match Day Poster
The matchday poster will be available at all retail locations inside Inter&Co Stadium and on ShopOrlandoPride
Ford Gameday Beats
Parking
To view all parking information pricing, including options around Inter&Co Stadium and additional option in Downtown Orlando, please visit the Inter&Co Stadium website.
What's New at Inter&Co Stadium
With new technology upgrades such as an updated self-checkout system, new Orlando Made food & beverage offerings and more, the team isn't the only thing that was enhanced this off season.
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Access Your Tickets
The LionNation App is the official app of Orlando City. Manage your tickets, learn our chants, keep track of rewards, use the Stadium Map feature, and stay connected to your favorite team like never before. SCREENSHOTS OF TICKETS ARE NOT VALID AND WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. View your tickets prior to arriving at the stadium using your smartphone. We STRONGLY RECOMMEND to add your tickets to your Apple or Google wallet prior to arrival. If you have problems loading your tickets, please log out of the ticketing portion of the LionNation app and log back in. You can also visit orlandocitysc.com/mytix to access your tickets at anytime!
Know Before You Go
Bag Policy: To expedite entry into Inter&Co Stadium and to reduce security screening interactions, we recommend that you do not bring a bag with you to the match. Small bags no larger than 4.5" high and 6.5" wide are acceptable. If you must bring a larger bag, make sure that you use a clear tote no larger than 14" x 14" x 6". Mobile lockers are available across from Gate B on Pine St. if needed for storage.
Know Your Gate: Fans with West Club or Suite tickets must use Gate D. Fans with Supporter Section tickets must use Supporters Gate and adhere to Supporter Section Policies. All other fans must use Gates A, B, or C.
A-Z Guide: For a detailed list of match day and stadium-related policies and information, refer to the A-Z Guide.
Sensory Warning
Please be advised that fireworks, pyrotechnics and lighting effects will be used before the match, during the match and at halftime. In partnership with Kulture City, sensory bags are available to check out from the Guest Services Booth located on the SE Main Concourse, across from Section 1.
