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Welcome to one of the best stadium atmospheres in the country. Sounders matchday is more than just watching 90 minutes of soccer - it's an experience to remember. Here is everything you need to know for our next home match at Lumen Field.

Youth Day Match for Sunday, August 24th vs. Sporting Kansas City

4:45 PM | Gates Open

6:15 PM | Match Time

6:25 PM | Actual Kickoff Time

Are you attending through our First Match On Us program? Check out our First Matchday Guide.

Traffic Alert

All northbound lanes through the State Route 99 tunnel under downtown Seattle will close for up to five nights beginning Monday night, Aug. 18, as a new pavement texturizing project begins work.

From 11 p.m. to 4:30 a.m., all northbound SR 99 traffic will need to exit to South Dearborn Street. A signed detour will guide people around the tunnel closure using city streets and northbound Interstate 5.

Pre-match Activations

Join the fun in North Plaza

Enjoy a musical performance by local band Pilot Seat from 5:15 to 6:00 p.m.! Pilot Seat are three Seattle-based musicians fusing together indie/alternative pop and psychedelic rock to create a bright, clean, melodic yet raw sound. Pilot Seat have been playing throughout Seattle since 2021.

There will be a host of fun activities pre-match for kids of all ages, including a Kids Sprint hosted by RAVE Green Run, an inflatable field for pick-up soccer games presented by Arena Sports, a Hit the Target Challenge, and more!

Our favorite orca, Sammy the Sounder, will also be joined by fellow Seattle area mascots like Rucky from the Seattle Seawolves, Doppler from the Seattle Storm, Rudy the Redhawk from Seattle University, and Harry the Husky from the University of Washington.

Sammy's Squad
Enhance your matchday experience by joining Sounders FC's free kids club for fans ages 5 to 12 years old! Sammy's Squad members will enjoy exclusive opportunities and bonuses on matchday -- be sure to stop by the Sammy's Squad booth in the North Plaza before kickoff for fun activities and surprises.Don't miss out on making the most of your Youth Match experience and join Sammy's Squad now!

Vamos Sounders Club
Don't miss out and join our recently launched Vamos Sounders Club, a community-powered fan club that recognizes and celebrates the organization's Spanish-speaking fanbase! Fans can stop by the Vamos Sounders booth in Olympic Hall on matchday to learn more and join the club. For more information on the program, click HERE.

Vamos Sounders Club es un club de fans lanzado por Sounders FC para reconocer y celebrar a nuestra gran comunidad hispanohablante, y a su vez invitar a nuevos fanáticos a la familia Sounders FC. Fanáticos pueden ir a la zona de activación antes del partido en Olympic Hall para registrarse o aprender más! Tambien fanáticos pueden aprender más aquí.

Alliance Member Central

Season Ticket Members can head to the AMC located in the North Plaza to retrieve an exclusive Georgi Minoungou button.

Food & Concessions

2025 Value Menu

We are excited to offer more fan friendly priced items than ever before. At most of the concessions stands throughout Lumen Field, you will be able to find a meal under $10.

Locate all our value menu and more concession options HERE.

Youth Match Menu Offerings

Kid Friendly Items​

  • Section 105 &114: Dippin Dots Stands​
  • Section 116 and CLB 209: Mister Softee (soft serve small cup)​
  • East Main: Tutta Bella & Grab and Go will be offering PBJ sandwiches​
  • Section 114: PNW Market- Blue Slushee Drinks​
  • Section 109, 124, 135,149: Bavarian Meats: Pretzel w/ Cheese, $9.49 & Hot Dog, $5.99 ​
  • Section 111 : Kidd Valley: Small Rookie Chicken Tender Basket, $10

       Section 118, 133: Ivars: Small Chicken Tender Basket $10​ ​

Additional Notable Items/Value-Menu​

  • VEGAN OPTION: Section 116: Tierra Madre: Esquite, $9.99 ​
  • Section 107: Tuttabella Pizza $9.99 Greek Salad​
  • Section 111: Grab and Go: Value Beers and Cider ($5-$6)​

Club Level Offerings: ​

  • Section CLB214 & 230: Big Walt's Chicken - small chicken basket available at these locations $10​
  • Section CLB 209 & 235: Mister Softee (soft serve)- small cup​

BIPOC and diverse-owned businesses

Food Trucks: Located in North Plaza

  • Heart in Seoul
    • Serving Korean street food made with love, Heart in Seoul is sure to delight with its vibrant flavors made from the finest ingredients.
  • Yummy Catch
    • Specializing in American style fry seafood (southern and tempura style), Yummy Catch serves fried fish and chips and popcorn shrimp, panko battered chicken strips, as well as Asian cuisine favorites like crispy orange chicken or shrimp, katsu chicken/tempura fish with Japanese vegetarian curry serve over rice.
  • Dippy's Ice Cream
    • Dippy's, your go-to ice cream truck, brings a splash of joy and flavor to all through its delightful range of ice creams, perfect for every family member.
  • Zuri's Gourmet Donutz
    • Zuri’s Gourmet Donutz is not your average donut shop! With galaxy-swirled donuts, garlic chili chicken donuts, and Bailey’s apple fritters, you’ve never seen donuts like this before! Owner Davis Vincent is a U.S. Navy veteran, self-taught baker, and culinary mad genius behind the truly unique and inventive flavors. Be sure to try out Zuri's vegan and gluten-free options!

Pop-Up Restaurants: Located outside Section 113

  • Big Boys Kainan
    • Feeding the Seattle community for over 10 years, owners Nate and Mel Daep firmly believe that nothing brings a family together like a great meal. Big Boys Kainan keeps customers far and wide coming back for more with its delicious Filipino/Hawaiian fusion food. Don't miss out on this opportunity to try this fusion cuisine!
  • Puffy Pandy
    • Founded by Donna Chan, Puffy Pandy is a unique dessert cafe serving panda-themed treats in the White Center neighborhood. Swing by the pop-up to try some adorable cream puffs, macarons, and puddings in a variety of flavors ranging from strawberry and cookies ‘n’ cream to ube and durian.
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