Foothills Community Match Night
Canada vs Qatar Watch Party in Calgary
Join us for a community-wide soccer celebration as Canada takes on Qatar.
Foothills Community Match Night is a free, family-friendly event designed to bring people together and introduce new players to soccer in Calgary.
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📅 Event Details
* Date: June 18, 2026
* Time: Doors open at 3:00 PM; 4:00 PM kickoff
* Location: Macron Performance Centre, Calgary
* Cost: Free (no registration required)
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⚽ What to Expect
* Large screen live match viewing
* Free play soccer activity zones for kids
* Community information stations
* Giveaways and event t-shirts. The FIRST 200 IN THE DOOR WILL RECEIVE A FREE SHIRT. The remainder will be available for a fee, while supplies last. THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR, KICKS SPORT!
* Special guests and speakers including our new Mascot!
* Food and refreshments available including a free bbq. THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR, KALTIRE!
The match will be shown indoors on a large screen with sound, giving families a weather-safe place to gather and cheer together. Guests are encouraged to wear red, bring their Canada spirit, and help turn the Macron Performance Centre into a true watch party.
A CMSA information table will also be available for families who want to learn more about soccer opportunities in Calgary. This will be a welcoming space for anyone interested in discovering how to get involved in the sport.
Bring Your Chairs and Get Ready to Cheer!
- Families should bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating on the turf.
- Chairs are welcome on the field; food is not.
- To help protect the playing surface, all food and snacks, with the exception of water, must be enjoyed in designated areas.
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👨👩👧 Who Should Attend?
* Current Foothills families
* Kids and youth interested in trying soccer and not already playing elsewhere
* Families new to the sport
* Friends and community members
We encourage all attendees to bring a friend who is not currently registered in soccer.
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🌍 Why This Event Matters
Foothills Community Match Night is part of a broader initiative to:
* Grow participation in soccer across Calgary
* Create a welcoming and inclusive environment
* Connect families with opportunities to get involved
This event is supported by the Calgary Minor Soccer Association through the World Cup Community Impact Grant.