KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: Semifinals Presented by Alarm.com

Whether you’ve attended every Spirit match of the 2024 season or are attending your first, here’s everything you need to know for matchday:

 

GATES OPEN: 10:30 a.m. | KICKOFF: 12:00 p.m.

Help Line: At the stadium, fans can text Audi Field officials with any questions, concerns, or emergencies at 202-918-3838.

Mobile Tickets: Audi Field is a mobile-only venue. Before arriving, log into your Ticketmaster account or Account Manager and add your tickets to your Apple or Google Pay Wallet. Learn more here.

 

TRANSPORTATION

Metro: Audi Field can be accessed from both the Navy Yard-Ballpark and Waterfront stations. Parking is available at the Anacostia station just one stop away on the Green Line. Fans in needed of assistance can use the ADA shuttle that runs from the Navy Yard Metro stop to Audi Field starting pregame and running through postgame. 

Biking: Two Wheel Valet allows fans to securely store their bike and helmets during the match. The valet is located at the southwest corner of the stadium at the intersection of 2nd and T St.

Parking: The Nationals Geico Garage at 1500 South Capitol Street SE will be open two hours prior to kickoff and cost $50. Cash is not accepted, and the spots will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. The garage closes one hour after the game.

You can book parking in Navy Yard and Buzzard Point in advance through SpotHero, the nation’s leading parking reservations app. To reserve your parking spot for Washington Spirit games, visit the Audi Field SpotHero Parking Page and book a spot with rates up to 50% off drive-up.

 

BEFORE ARRIVING

Bar Network: Dacha Beer Garden in Navy Yard will open at 10:00 a.m. for Spirit fans looking to grab a bite or drink before the match, and the Spirit Squadron and supporters will gather at Solace Outpost starting at 10:00 a.m. as well.

Outside Gate A: Sandlot Bar will be open alongside Good Company Doughnuts and Others Coffee starting at 10:00 a.m. In addition to drinks, coffee, and pastries, fans can enjoy a Trinity Rodman hair braiding station, face painting, tailgate games, and poster making. A merch stand will also be open for fans to shop cold-weather items.

 

AUDI FIELD POLICIES

Security: All guests must pass through a form of metal detection to enter the stadium. Guests declining to be searched will be denied access to the stadium.For full Audi Field policies and procedures, please review the Audi Field A-Z Guide.

Baggage Policy: Bags must be smaller than 14″ by 14″ by 6″, and no backpacks, coolers, or luggage are allowed. Fans with medical needs or diaper bags should email Audi Field’s Guest Experience and use Gate B to expedite entry. Learn more here.

Signage Policy: Per Audi Field policy, any signs, flags or banners may not contain or display any profane, offensive, graphic, obscene language, and/or pictures as determined by event management. Displaying signs, symbols or images for commercial purposes or for electioneering, campaigning or advocating for or against any candidate, political party, legislative issue, or government action are prohibited. All signs, banners, and flags must be approved by Audi Field management. In the event that a banner, flag, or sign does not meet the above guidelines, guests should be prepared to discard the item or return the item to their vehicle.

Per NWSL Policy, any sign, tifo, etc. that is offensive, explicit, racist, homophobic, is in bad taste, or is intended to incite undesirable actions will not be permitted in the venue. Team management reserves the right to deny banners, signs, or flags that they deem inappropriate, in the interests of fan and team safety.

 

AROUND THE CONCOURSE

Giveaway: The first 6,000 fans through the gates will receive a Spirit-branded trucker hat.

Spirit Stage: Before the match, Pedro Night will entertain fans just inside Gate A.

Spiritville: Located on the East Concourse, Spiritville will feature face painters, caricature artists, a soft play area for tots, an EAFC lounge, cornhole, and more!

Spirit Shop: Merch stands located throughout the concourse and Events DC club, as well as at the tailgate outside Gate A before the match. Playoff-specific merchandise will be available, including the item of the match: a Spirit vs. Everyone black crewneck sweatshirt. Any ticketed fan can order items online for in-stadium pickup during the match.

Halftime: DC’s own platinum recording artist DJ Kool will perform!

 

SUPPORTERS

Supporters March: The Spirit Squadron and supporters will gather at Solace Outpost starting at 10:00 a.m., then match to the stadium at 10:45 a.m. After entering the stadium at Gate A, the march will continue clockwise around the concourse until supporters arrive at the north endline.

Supporters Section: The north endline of Audi Field is our designated Spirit Supporters Section. Led by our supporters groups, fans in these sections chant loudly, play drums, wave flags, and may deploy smoke during the match. Opposing team fans and gear are not permitted in the Spirit Supporters Section. Sections 136-137 are SAFE STANDING ONLY sections. Please wear appropriate footwear and comfortable attire that will allow you to stand and cheer for the entirety of the match.

 

FOR PARENTS

Guests who need to nurse can use the Mamava Nursing Pod located just inside Gate A near Stroller Check-in. To access the pod, download the Mamava App on the App Store or Google Play Store then search by location to unlock the pod.

Fans who need to bring in diaper bags, pumps, or other essentials should email Audi Field’s Guest Experience and use Gate B to expedite entry.

 

ACCESSIBILITY

Guests with special needs or accessibility questions are encouraged to contact the Audi Field Guest Experience team prior to matchday. To learn more about the courtesy shuttle, sensory room, and accessible seating, click here.

Accessible Seating: Guests may contact a Guest Experience Supervisor upon arrival to the stadium, or stop by Guest Services located inside Gate A.

KultureCity Sensory Room: Fans with sensory sensitivities can take a break from the visual and auditory stimulations of matchday in the KultureCity Sensory Room located on the Heineken Rooftop.

Sensory Bags: Sensory bags are available while supplies last at Guest Services for any guest who may feel overwhelmed by the environment. Each bag is equipped with noise canceling headphones provide by Puro Sound Labs, fidget tools, verbal cue cards produced in conjunction with Boardmaker, and weight lap pads.

For more information on accessibility and other services, visit the Washington Spirit gameday accessibility page.

 

POST-MATCH

Access: For the safety of players and guests, only Premium ticketholders (F1-12, C1-9, and S1-31) are allowed in sections F1-F12 along the east sideline after the match. General ticketholders wanting to get closer to the field after the match can head to sections 135-138.

Bar Partners: Following the match, the fun will continue at Dacha Beer Garden and Bluejacket. Dacha will offer fans with tickets $5 Dachnik beers, while BlueJacket will offer a $15 Holy Trinity special including a burger, fries, and house lager.

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