Fans are encouraged to arrive early for pre-match festivities in FanFest and remain in their seats for a special halftime performance by the Bay Area native
SAN FRANCISCO (Apr. 29, 2026) – Bay FC today announced that Bay Area native hip‑hop artist P‑Lo will headline halftime entertainment during the club’s Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Match on Sunday, May 10, against the Utah Royals at 1 p.m. PT at PayPal Park. P-Lo, a Pinole native, is widely recognized for his role in elevating Bay Area culture through his work with the HBK Gang, a collective of local artists, as well as collaborations with some of the world’s top artists, including Sage the Gemini, Wiz Khalifa, and YG. P-Lo’s performance will celebrate the Bay Area’s creativity, culture, and community during a night dedicated to honoring AANHPI heritage. Last season, P-Lo joined Oakland legends Too Short and Mistah F.A.B. as headliners for The Show at Oracle Park.
Fans are encouraged to arrive when gates open at 11 a.m. PT to enjoy pre‑match festivities. Additional events for AANHPI Heritage Night include:
- In-Stadium Host Duda Pavão: Fans will be welcomed to PayPal Park by Bay FC’s official in-stadium host, Duda Pavão, an experienced host and trusted voice in women’s football.
- FanFest Host Megan Reyes: Fans that arrive early will enjoy Asian-American award-winning host and creator Megan Reyes take over and host FanFest festivities.
- FanFest Performances: LionDanceME Team (lion dancers), Lokahi Polynesian Dance Group dancers
- Partner Activations presented by Sutter Health, Meriwest Credit Union, Visa and SanDisk:
- Sutter Health: Show off your skills at soccer darts and earn giveaways like new poppy themed socks and other items, presented by Sutter Health.
- Meriwest Credit Union: Spin to win co‑branded stress balls and other giveaways, presented by Meriwest Credit Union.
- Visa: Accuracy meets strategy at Tic Tap Toe – line up your kick, make your move, and tap it in, presented by Visa.
- National Anthem: Rose Crelli, an Asian-American and Bay Area violinist who is classically trained and known for her high-energy performances will perform the National Anthem.
- Honor Influential AANHPI Individuals of the Bay Area: Throughout the match, Bay FC will feature videoboard graphics highlighting influential individuals who identify as AANHPI with Bay Area ties across sports, business, media, and more.
- Food and Beverage Ticket Bundle: Fans can take advantage of Bay FC’s Ticket and Concession Voucher bundle, which includes one match day ticket plus a $15 concession voucher. Starting at $39, fans can purchase a bundle at BayFC.com/tickets/offers.
- Item of the Match: Unisex Bay FC AANHPI Navy T-Shirt. Art designed by Bay Area artist, Brandon Tam. As part of the AANHPI Item of the Match, Bay FC will be making a donation to support Hawai’i community initiatives. Available only at the match for $40.
Bay FC Mother’s Day Scavenger Hunt
In addition to the halftime performance and AANHPI Heritage Match celebrations, Bay FC will extend the celebration beyond the pitch with interactive fan experiences throughout the day, beginning with a special scavenger hunt in and around the stadium. Building on the success of Bay FC’s inaugural egg hunt on April 5, the AANHPI and Mother’s Day edition will feature 90 hidden eggs scattered throughout PayPal Park and surrounding tailgate areas. Each egg will contain a prize designed for fans of all ages, ranging from exclusive signed Bay FC merchandise to memorable matchday experiences. The in-stadium scavenger hunt will begin when gates open and continue until all eggs are found. Fans may redeem one prize per person.
In addition to the in-person festivities, Bay FC will launch its first-ever Digital Scavenger Hunt, giving all fans another chance to crack the fun and win exclusive prizes. Beginning matchday morning on May 10 through Tuesday, May 12, fans are encouraged to follow along on Bay FC’s Instagram (@wearebayfc), where clues will be released to help uncover a secret password. Fans who crack the code will receive a 10% Bay FC merchandise discount, along with automatic entry to win two special prizes, which include:
Bay FC is back in action this Sunday, May 3, as they face San Diego Wave FC on the road. The match kicks off at 4 p.m. PT, and fans can stream it live on Victory+, the official streaming partner of Bay FC.
Single-match tickets for all 2026 Bay FC home matches are on sale now at BayFC.com/tickets, giving all fans the opportunity to lock in their spot at PayPal Park for the season’s most anticipated contests. Visa is Bay FC’s preferred way to pay for tickets.
