Merrimack Soccer Complex, Huntsville, Alabama July 5-11, 2027

Opening Ceremonies

OPENING CEREMONIES – MONDAY EVENING

We are looking forward to our Opening Day Ceremonies on Monday, July 5th at 7:00pm at Huntsville City FC, Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium. We are hoping this is the best opening ceremonies yet!

Yes! Join us for a fun-filled evening to start the games off in spectacular fashion! Bring your camera for this once in a lifetime experience.

  • Plan for traffic
  • Parking and admission is FREE! Parking lots open at 4:30pm
  • Gates and Concessions open at 5pm for all guests.
  • 2 sealed, plastic water bottles are allowed to be brought in.  Bring one for your player during their time in the staging area.
  • Player and Coach MUST be in the staging area NO LATER than 5:45pm… teams should try to gather together in the concourse area (have a designated meeting place for before and after) and walk in together with their coaches. Promptly find your Section sign in the secured teams area and sit with your section. See Map below – enter at Area designated for Player/Coach Entrance and Direct parents to the parent entrance.
  • Security will only allow two coaches with wristbands to enter with their players into the secured area.
  • Teams may bring in a banner or wind flag for the parade. Once the team enters the stands, the flags/banners must be laid down.
  • All teams must be in uniform (at minimum a matching team jersey).
  • All people marching should wear sneakers (no cleats), as stairs and walking on cement are involved.
  • Please remind your players that they must stay with their team at all times.
  • A clear bag policy will be in effect – please refer to the Huntsville City FC website as to what is allowed to be carried into the stadium STADIUM RULES
  • Referees – please refer to your referee newsletter for more information and requirements. All are invited to march.

Stadium Map PDF

Stadium Map w/ Parking

 

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National Games Opening Ceremonies!