KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
MATCHDAY GUIDE
Date | Friday, April 26
Opponent | Phoenix Rising FC
Location | Beirne Stadium
Kickoff | 7:30 PM
Gates Open | 6:00 PM
Box Office Opens | 4:30 PM
Parking Lots Open | 4:30 PM
Matchday Program | Available here
Theme | Champions Night – Highlighting sports programs from across the Ocean State for their excellence!
Theme | $5 Beer Night – Featuring the RIFC Pale Ale!
Item pick up at the RIFC Ticketing Tent
- Season Ticket Member Scarf (For Season Ticket Members who have not picked up)
PARKING & TRANSPORTATION GUIDE
Parking Lots Open at 4:30 PM
- Bryant University Stadium Lot (Limited Access)
- Click here for directions.
- RIFC Season Ticket Members who have purchased a full season parking pass have guaranteed access into the Bryant University Stadium Lot.
- Due to unreliable cellular service around the stadium, Season Ticket Members who have purchased a full season parking pass must download and have the SeatGeek mobile app opened before arriving to access their parking pass. Printed tickets, screen shots and emails will not be accepted.
- Full season parking passes are currently sold out. Email tickets@rhodeislandfc.com to join the waitlist.
- A limited number of single match parking spots inside the Bryant University Stadium Lot are available on a first-come first-serve basis. Single match parking is $20 per spot. Reminder: Rhode Island FC at Beirne Stadium is a cashless venue (credit or debit only; cash not accepted). Once the Bryant University Stadium Lot reaches capacity, single match parking fans will be directed to park in the Off-Site Overflow Lot at 100 Salem Street, located one mile from Beirne Stadium.
- Off-Site Overflow Lot (General Access)
- Click here for directions.
- Single match parking at the Off-Site Overflow Lot is available for purchase upon arrival.
- Fans can access the Off-Site Overflow Lot via Salem Street or Essex Street.
- Single match parking is $20. Reminder: Rhode Island FC at Beirne Stadium is a cashless venue (credit or debit only; cash not accepted).
- Shuttle service included.
Four ways to secure parking at Beirne Stadium:
- *Pre-purchase a full season parking pass ($255) to the Bryant University Stadium Lot at checkout on seatgeek.com or the SeatGeek mobile app.
- *Pre-purchase a single match parking pass ($20) to the Bryant University Stadium Lot at checkout on seatgeek.com or the SeatGeek mobile app.
- *Pre-purchase a single match parking pass ($20) to the Salem Street Garage at checkout on seatgeek.com or the SeatGeek mobile app.
- Purchase a single match parking pass in-person ($20) for the Salem Street Garage upon arrival.
Shuttle Service (Off-Site Overflow Lot)
- Round trip shuttle service is provided for all fans parked at the Off-Site Overflow Lot.
- Shuttle service from the Off-Site Overflow Lot starts three hours prior to kickoff.
- The final shuttle departs Beirne Stadium 60 minutes after the match has ended.
- Shuttle service transportation is mandatory. Fans are required to take shuttle service from the Off-Site Overflow Lot to the stadium, and from the stadium to the Off-Site Overflow Lot. Anyone who walks to and from the Off-Site Overflow Lot and the stadium assumes all risk of injury and releases Fidelity, Bryant, and RIFC from any and all liability.
Tailgating
- Tailgating is permitted prior to every match, only in the Bryant University Stadium Lot.
- Tailgating is not permitted at the Off-Site Overflow Lot.
- Tailgating starts when parking lots open three hours prior to kickoff, unless communicated otherwise.
- Tailgating is limited to one spot per car.
- Groups wanting to tailgate together must arrive at the same time. Parking spots cannot be held.
- For complete tailgating details and information, visit rhodeislandfc.com/a-z-guide.
Public Transportation
- RIPTA Bus route #50 is available for service to and from Bryant University. To view routes and plan your trip, visit ripta.com.
Ride Share
- Rideshare drop off and pick up, including Taxi, Uber and Lyft, is only available at the Off-Site Overflow Lot at 100 Salem Street.
- Fans using rideshare are required to use shuttle service to and from the stadium.
- Anyone who walks to and from the Off-Site Overflow Lot and the stadium assumes all risk of injury and releases Fidelity, Bryant, and RIFC from any and all liability.
DIGITAL TICKETS GUIDE
HOW TO ACCESS + DOWNLOAD YOUR DIGITAL TICKETS
To access your tickets, download the SeatGeek mobile app and use the e-mail associated with your account to log in or create an account.
HOW TO TRANSFER YOUR DIGITAL TICKETS
To transfer your tickets, log in to your SeatGeek account, select the match tickets you wish to transfer and enter the email address of the account you are sending the tickets to.
IMPORTANT: Printed tickets, screenshots, and emails with tickets are not accepted at the gates. Cellular coverage around Beirne Stadium can be spotty — To ensure entry to Beirne Stadium, have the SeatGeek mobile app open prior to your arrival or save your tickets directly to your smartphone wallet before you arrive at the stadium on matchday.
TICKET FAQS
How do I access my tickets?
Download the SeatGeek mobile app and click the “Log in” button to log in to your account. Use the email address that was used to purchase your tickets and link your account to Rhode Island FC. If you purchased tickets and cannot log in, contact SeatGeek support at 1-888-798-8826 or soccer@seatgeek.com.
What if I don’t see my tickets in my account?
Verify that you previously linked your SeatGeek account to Rhode Island FC. If you are a single match customer, double check that you logged in using the email address or the account used to purchased your tickets with. If you are a Season Ticket Member or Flex Plan holder, please contact your Service or Sales Representative for additional assistance linking your account.
What if I see my tickets but they are grayed out?
Please contact RIFC Ticketing at 401-955-RIFC (7432).
Additional questions?
View the Rhode Island FC Ticketing FAQ page here.
To speak to a RIFC ticketing representative, email tickets@rhodeislandfc.com or call 401-955-RIFC (7432).
STADIUM POLICIES
- No outside food or beverage will be allowed into the stadium. Exceptions for people with dietary restrictions or health conditions may be requested by emailing goal@rhodeislandfc.com.
- Seat cushions and seat backs for bleacher sections are permitted. Please be mindful and courteous to surrounding fans.
- No metal container/bottles allowed (i.e. Hydro Flask).
- Umbrellas are prohibited. Fans should bring raincoats/ponchos for inclement weather.
- Clear bags, diaper bags, and medical bags are permitted but are subject to search upon entry. A small wristlet or handheld wall, with or without a strap, is allowed if it does not exceed 6.5” x 4.5”. Bags that are clear plastic, clear vinyl or PVC must not exceed 12” x 12” x 6”. To request an exception to the stadium’s bag policy, please email goal@rhodeislandfc.com at least 48 hours in advance of the match you plan to attend.
For a complete A-Z Guide on important stadium information, visit rhodeislandfc.com/a-z-guide.
FAN INSIGHTS
- Chip the Harbor Seal — find Chip around the stadium on matchday, including the following times and locations:
- 5:50pm – Gate Entrance
- 6:20pm – TerRIFC Kids Club
- 7:40pm – Supporters Section
- Post-Match – Gate Exit
- National Anthem: Live performance by Abby Giansiracusa, University of Rhode Island c/o 2025
- “BLUE OUT” Beirne Stadium — Wear Bay Blue to the match!
- Coin Toss: Capt. Kenneth Jones, Rhode Island State Police
- Color Guard: Rhode Island State Police
- Chip the Harbor Seal — find Chip around the stadium on matchday, including the following times and locations:
- 5:50pm – Gate entrance
- 6:20pm – TerRIFC Kids Club
- Halftime – Food Truck Village
- Post-Match – Gate Exit
- National Anthem: Live performance by Kristina DeCotis, Tiverton High School
- “BLUE OUT” Beirne Stadium — Wear Bay Blue to the match!
- Chip the Harbor Seal — find Chip around the stadium on matchday, including the following times and locations:
- 2:30pm – Gate entrance
- 2:40pm – Kids Club
- 3:20pm – Kids Club
- Halftime – Food Truck Village
- Post-Match – Gate Exit
- Pre-match: Black Hawk flyover
- National Anthem: Live performance by Rhode Island native and American Idol finalist Erika Van Pelt
- Honor Guard: Smithfield Police Department
- Live entertainment:
- Providence Drum Troupe
- Freestyle Soccer performers
FOOD TRUCK VILLAGE
- A Mano
- Blount Clam Shack
- Del’s Frozen Lemonade
- Hometown Poke
- Red’s Street Kitchen
- Sweet B’s BBQ
FAN FEST
Rhode Island FC
- Fan Services
- RIFC Merchandise Tent
- TerRIFC Kids Club (Tattoo + Stickers)
- RIFC Ticketing
- RIFC Season Ticket Member HQ
- Facepaint
Rhode Island FC Partners
- Breeze Airways
- Ortho Rhode Island
- CollegeBound Saver
- LIUNA
Games
- Cornhole
- Plinko
- Teqball
- Soccer Dart Board
Rhode Island FC Partners
- Breeze Airways
- Cape Cod’r
Do Wicked Good Organizations
- American Parkinson Disease Association
- Crossroads
- Leukemia Lymphoma Society
- Make-A-Wish
- Meeting Street School
- Narragansett Council Boy Scouts
- Newport Festival Foundation
- Oliver Hazard Perry Rhode Island
- Project Goal
- Project UnderCover
- RI State Police Community Outreach
GATE GIVEAWAY
Gate Giveaway: The first 500 fans in attendance will receive a FREE mini soccer ball courtesy of Capelli!
MERCH OF THE MATCH
RIFC River Blue Crest Flag
Get the RIFC Crest Flag in River Blue for 13% off ONLY at the RIFC Merchandise Tent inside Beirne Stadium on April 26 when Rhode Island FC hosts Phoenix Rising FC. This 5×3 feet flag displays the colors, crest and logo for Rhode Island FC. The RIFC Crest Flag in River Blue is perfect for showing your allegiance for the Ocean State club and cheering on our team from inside Beirne Stadium or at home.
Visit our online team store for additional RIFC merch!