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Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event

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  • July 19’s Grande Final Event will begin approximately one hour before match kickoff so fans can arrive early, enjoy activities and find seating. The broadcasted match kickoff time is scheduled to start at 12 p.m. for each event, with pre-game broadcasted activities starting about 20 minutes prior to each match. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early to allow time for parking, security screening and finding seating before kickoff.

    *Important Venue Closure Information*

    Please note that access to Percy Perry Stadium, including the track, will be closed on July 18 for event set up and will re-open for the July 19 event at 10:30 a.m. 

    The track is closed during the event for regular track/fitness users on July 18 and 19. 

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event General Event Information
  • No. Admission is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is not required. Seating and space are first-come, first-served.

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event General Event Information
  • Percy Perry Stadium has a venue capacity of no more than 4,000 people. As the event is first come, first serve, guests may need to wait for entry if the venue reaches capacity.

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event General Event Information
  • Percy Perry Stadium has built in covered bleacher seating for up to 1600 spectators, and uncovered bleachers for up to 300 and is available on a first come, first serve basis. Additional picnic table seating is also available in the spectator plaza, where a second screen to view the match is available. For information regarding accessible seating please refer the accessibility section.

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event General Event Information
  • No, you cannot bring your own chair as there is not a space to set up the chair onsite. However, additional Adirondack chairs and picnic tables are available onsite. 

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event
  • Guests who leave the venue and plan to return will receive a wristband for re-entry, subject to venue capacity. Should the venue be at capacity and there is a line at the door, then the venue will change to a one (1) out, one (1) in policy. 

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event General Event Information
  • The broadcast will continue until the match is complete, including extra time and penalty shootouts.

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event General Event Information
  • Events will proceed rain or shine, unless severe weather makes it unsafe.

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event General Event Information
  • In the event that the event is cancelled, due to FIFA World Cup 2026 public viewing licenses, the event will not be rescheduled and the missed broadcast match will not be shown.

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event General Event Information
  • You may want to bring:

    • Sunscreen, hats and water bottles
    • Your favourite team jersey or fan gear
    • Money for food and beverage purchases. Many food vendors are cashless, and accept debit/credit cards only. Please plan accordingly. 
    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event General Event Information
  • Leashed dogs are allowed within Percy Perry Stadium, but are strictly prohibited from accessing all artificial turf fields within the venue. Artificial turf fields in Percy Perry Stadium include Percy Perry Field, Ted Fridge Field, Mobilio Field, the javelin, shot put and discus areas. 

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event General Event Information
  • Please watch the Summer of Soccer Event page, and follow the City of Coquitlam social channels to receive the most up to date information! 


    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event General Event Information
  • The Stadium is located within Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park and is easily reached by transit, wheels or walking. There are multiple bus stops surrounding Percy Perry Stadium, and Town Centre Park, as well as the Lafarge Lake Douglas College SkyTrain stop at the South end of Town Centre Park. Please use the BC Translink Trip Finder application, to plan your trip. 

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Getting to/from the Event, Parking, and Onsite Bike Services
  • Yes, a free bike valet will be available on July 19 from 10:30 – 4:00pm. The bike valet is located by main north entrance to Percy Perry Stadium. 

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Getting to/from the Event, Parking, and Onsite Bike Services
  • The following Town Centre Parking Lots will be open for spectator (public) parking for the July 19th event at Percy Perry Stadium:

    • Parking LOT A
    • Parking LOT C (Limited parking)
    • Parking LOT D
    • Parking LOT E

    Accessible parking spots are available in each parking lot and are first come first serve.  For more information, please refer to the Accessibility section.

     *Parking Lot B will NOT be available on July 18 and 19 for spectator (public) parking.*

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Getting to/from the Event, Parking, and Onsite Bike Services
  • Parking is free at Town Centre Park. 

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Getting to/from the Event, Parking, and Onsite Bike Services
  • Yes! Food services will be available with vendors providing a range of game-day favourites and will be located along King Albert Avenue. 

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Food and Beverage
  • Yes. Outside food and alcoholic beverages are permitted.

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Food and Beverage
  • There will be no onsite alcohol service available at Blue Mountain Park.

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Food and Beverage
  • Many food vendors are cashless, and accept debit/credit cards only. Please plan ahead.

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Food and Beverage
  • Spectators can enjoy the live broadcast of the match on a large outdoor screen in a lively, family-friendly fan atmosphere.

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Spectator Experience
  • Blue Mountain Park’s July 4 event will have a first come, first serve accessible matted area for those in mobility devices. In addition, there will be limited shade tents for those looking to get out of the weather elements, and are available on a first come, first serve basis. 

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Accessibility
  • The accessible drop off zone is located along King Albert Avenue close to Marmont Street. Please refer to the parking map for more information. 

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Accessibility
  • Accessible parking is located on King Albert Avenue and is first come first serve. Please refer to the parking map for more information. 

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Accessibility
  • Blue Mountain Park has accessible washrooms.  Additional accessible, portable washrooms are also available during the event and are on King Albert Avenue close to the food truck zone. 

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Accessibility
  • Please visit the Information Booth located in the main event site, where staff and volunteers can help you, or any one of our staff volunteers located throughout the event.

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Accessibility
  • First Aid services will be available on site. If you need assistance, please notify a staff member or volunteer immediately.

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Safety and Services
  • Yes, local contracted security is onsite during the event to ensure public and staff safety.

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Safety and Services
  • Yes, bags and backpacks are allowed in the venue.

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Safety and Services
  • The following items are not permitted:

    • No glass bottles or beverage containers
    • Drones
    • Fireworks or open flames
    • Flag poles (bring your flags, please keep your flag poles at home)
    • Laser pointers
    • Illegal substances
    • Other items deemed unsafe by event organizers or security personnel 
    • Additional restrictions may apply
    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Safety and Services
  • Smoking and vaping are not permitted in Coquitlam Parks in accordance with Coquitlam Bylaw No.3037, 1996.

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Safety and Services
  • Yes, a baby change table is available onsite, and is located in the main building washrooms at Blue Mountain Park. 

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Safety and Services
  • Please visit the Information Booth to report lost items.

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Lost and Found
  • Please bring found items to the Information Booth located in the main event area. 

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Lost and Found
  • Please speak with an event staff member or volunteer, or visit the Information Booth located in the main event area. Alternatively, email the Summer of Soccer Events team at summerofsoccer@coquitlam.ca

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Event Contact
  • Please email the Summer of Soccer Events team at summerofsoccer@coquitlam.ca.

    Summer of Soccer Kick-Off Event Event Contact

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    Coquitlam, BC Canada V3B 7N2

    Map to City Hall


    Hours: Mon to Fri, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

    Reception: 604-927-3000

We acknowledge with gratitude and respect that the name Coquitlam was derived from the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ (HUN-kuh-MEE-num) word kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (kwee-KWET-lum) meaning “Red Fish Up the River”. The City is honoured to be located on the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm traditional and ancestral lands, including those parts that were historically shared with the q̓ic̓əy̓ (kat-zee), and other Coast Salish Peoples. 

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