ORLANDO, Fla. (May 3, 2023) -- Orlando Pride has announced its promotional calendar for the 2023 NWSL regular season, with the Club offering six theme nights for fans at Exploria Stadium, and at least one theme night planned each month for the remainder of the season.
The first theme night is set to be the return of the popular Pups of Pride night on Saturday, May 20 against the Washington Spirit, with fans able to bring their canine companions to Exploria Stadium for the evening.
The Club will kick off the start of Pride month on June 11 with their Pride in Our City match against the Portland Thorns, as the organization will continue to remember and pay tribute to the victims of the Pulse Nightclub tragedy and celebrate Pride Month. Local LGBTQIA+ organizations will also be recognized as part of the Club and the city of Orlando’s continuance to celebrate love in the City Beautiful.
The Pride will turn back the clock as they host Decades Night on Friday, July 7 before welcoming the San Diego Wave for the first-ever Star Wars Night on Saturday, Aug. 25 and Noche Latina against the North Carolina Courage on Sunday, Sept. 17.
The Pride will round out their 2023 regular season by welcoming space-race rival Houston Dash to Exploria Stadium in what will serve as the Club’s annual Breast Cancer Awareness match during Breast Cancer Awareness month on Oct. 15.
Fans attending the matches will have the opportunity to purchase specialty merchandise items, such as t-shirts, CITYiD patches and unique jersey customizations, specialty apparel and more. Tickets for all Pride home games can be purchased at the link here.
The complete 2023 theme night schedule can be found below.
Pups of Pride
Sat., May 20 vs. Washington Spirit (7 p.m.)
Love puppies and the Pride? You won’t want to miss out on Pups of Pride Night! Fans are able to bring their furry friends along with them to watch the best women’s soccer players in the world! It will be a night filled with puppies, a pup-centric pre-game Fan Zone, games, and much more! Plus, be sure to stop by and see our friends from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando, who will be onsite with adoptable animals!
Tickets are available for the general public throughout the venue, while those wishing to bring their canine companions should use the Dog Package link below. Fans can also add on a Pride dog bandana for just $3 more! Season Ticket Members who wish to bring their dogs can contact their respective Member Experience Specialist for accommodations.
Pride in Our City
Sun., June 11 vs. Portland Thorns (7 p.m.)
Show your Pride in our City, as the Club celebrates those in the vibrant and strong LGBTQIA+ community of Orlando. Additionally, the Club will continue its tradition of reflecting and remembering the 49 lost in the Pulse tragedy seven years ago.
Decades Night, pres. by Walt Disney World
Fri., July 7 vs. OL Reign (7 p.m.)
Join the Pride and get groovy, rad, and fly as Exploria Stadium takes a step back in time for Decades Night! This will be a night full of fun for the whole family. Dress up to fit your favorite Decade from the 70s, 80s, 90s or 2000s! You won’t want to miss out on Fan Zone activities, karaoke in the concourse with throwbacks & greatest hits, costume contests with prizes, and more!
Star Wars Night
Fri., Aug. 25 vs. San Diego Wave (7 p.m.)
This Summer in a Galaxy Not So Far Away...Prepare for battle as the Empire of San Diego attempts to take over Exploria Stadium. Come prepared for a night of Star Wars festivities, complete with costumed characters, themed merchandise and more!
To celebrate May the Fourth, the Pride will be offering a special, one-day-only ticket promotion featuring $5.04 tickets to the match. The discounted tickets can only be purchased on May 4, with information sent out on the Club’s social media channels that morning.
May the Fourth Ticket Offer (only valid May 4, 2023)
Noche Latina, pres. by Publix
Sun., Sept. 17 vs. North Carolina Courage (7 p.m.)
¡Celébrala con nosotros! Comemore conosco! Join the Pride as they celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and the Latin cultures on the field, in the stands, and throughout the many different parts of Central Florida! It will be a night filled with Latin-inspired music, food and games.
Breast Cancer Awareness, pres. by Orlando Health Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women & Babies
Sun., Oct. 15 vs. Houston Dash (5 p.m.)
Join the Club in turning Exploria Stadium pink in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The Pride will be recognizing those who have been impacted by Breast Cancer and celebrating those strong and brave people. It’s also the team’s final regular season home match, so be sure to arrive early for extra giveaways, prizes, and fun!
