Ny Red Bulls Vs Orlando City: 2026 Home Opener Match Guide

The match guide for ny red bulls vs orlando city lays out kickoff and matchday logistics for the home opener at Inter&Co Stadium on Saturday, February 21. Fans should note a full schedule of pre-match activations, stadium access rules and a discrepancy in listed kickoff times that is not publicly confirmed.

Ny Red Bulls Vs Orlando City Timeline

The club’s published schedule lists kickoff for the fixture on February 21. The match guide states a 7: 30 p. m. ET kickoff, while the detailed timeline shows a 7: 40 p. m. ET kickoff with a player procession and national anthem scheduled at 7: 32 p. m. ET; the final kickoff time is not publicly confirmed. Gates are listed to open to the general public at 6: 30 p. m. ET.

Key published matchday times include early fan access and plaza activity openings. Mane Street Tailgate parking opens in the afternoon, the ticket office at Gate A opens later in the afternoon, and Mane Street Plaza opens an hour before gates. A starting XI reveal is scheduled shortly before gates open to the public.

Fan access and stadium policies

Ticketing and entry guidance emphasizes mobile tickets: screenshots of tickets are not valid, and fans are strongly recommended to add tickets to smartphone wallet apps before arrival. If problems occur loading tickets in the official app, logging out of the ticketing portion and logging back in is suggested; alternative ticket access is available through the club’s online ticketing portal.

Bag policy aims to expedite entry. Small bags no larger than 4. 5 inches high and 6. 5 inches wide are acceptable. Larger bags must be clear totes no larger than 14 x 14 x 6 inches. Mobile lockers are available across from Gate B on Pine Street for storage if needed. Gate assignments are specific: West Club and Suite ticket holders should use Gate D; Supporter Section ticket holders must use the Supporters Gate; other fans should use Gates A, B or C.

Fans are advised to review travel routes as additional road closures may be in effect on matchday.

Pre-match activities and amenities

Mane Street Plaza, opening at 5: 00 p. m. ET, will feature family-friendly activities such as a photo booth, face painting, poster making, soccer darts, a free kick challenge and tailgate games, along with food trucks, drinks, giveaways and new food-and-beverage options added in the off-season. Beverage locations in the plaza include branded bars and a new spirit cart. A limited supply of home opener acrylic magnets will be distributed at stadium entry while supplies last.

Fireworks, pyrotechnics and lighting effects will be used before the match, during the match and at halftime. In partnership with an accessibility organization, sensory bags will be available to check out from the Guest Services Booth located on the southeast main concourse across from Section 1.

• Key takeaways: Gates open 6: 30 p. m. ET; kickoff listed at 7: 30 p. m. ET but timeline shows 7: 40 p. m. ET (not publicly confirmed). Mane Street Plaza opens at 5: 00 p. m. ET. Bring mobile tickets and follow gate assignments.

Practical next steps for attendees are straightforward: plan arrival with gates opening at 6: 30 p. m. ET, use the stadium app to manage tickets and wallet integration, and allow extra time for security screening if carrying permitted bags. If kickoff timing remains inconsistent in published materials, arriving before gates open will ensure fans can experience pre-match activations and avoid last-minute entry issues for the home opener.