Bay FC to celebrate the region’s vibrant LGBTQIA+ communities, diversity and inclusion with special recognitions, giveaways and performances
SAN FRANCISCO (June 5, 2025) – Bay FC, the women’s professional soccer franchise representing the Bay Area in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), will host Pride Night Saturday, June 7 when Portland Thorns FC visits the Bay Area for the first matchup between the two clubs this season. Bay FC fans can take part in special FanFest activities before the match, grab an exclusive giveaway item upon entry, and pick up the 2025 Pride Collection.
“We look forward to celebrating Pride again this season to support the Bay FC community members, players and staff who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community and allies,” said Bay FC CEO Brady Stewart. “The Bay Area is defined by its incredible diversity, inclusiveness and unique personality, which is reflected across our club community.”
Fans in attendance can participate in a number of fun activities, grab special giveaways and more from the time gates open to the final whistle. In addition, the club is bringing back the popular Pride Collection, refreshed for 2025, with 10% of net profits donated to support San Francisco Spikes, a non-profit 2SLGBTQAI+ adult soccer club. Activities, promotions, and giveaways for Saturday’s Pride Night celebration include:
- Bay FC Pride Bandana Giveaway: The first 3,000 fans through the gates will receive an exclusive Bay FC Pride bandana, created by local queer artist and Bay FC supporter Orlie K.
- Bay FC x Golden State Valkyries Fan Bus: Bay FC and the Golden State Valkyries have teamed up to offer a special ticket package for a full day of action Saturday. For just $105 fans can get a ticket to the Valkyries game at Chase Center at Noon, bus transportation to PayPal Park, and a ticket to Bay FC’s match at 4:30pm. To purchase, click here.
- Brand New Bay FC Pride Merch: Bay FC fans at PayPal Park will receive exclusive first access to the brand-new Pride Collection. Skip the wait and shipping fees by showing up to the Bay FC match and snagging the fresh Bay FC merch firsthand.
- Drag Performances: Drag Queen Cassie Brown who came to shine at last year’s Bay FC Pride match returns to PayPal Park with guest Silvanna Danniels to add a little extra sparkle to the Bay FC sidelines.
- FanFest Spirit Station: Fans can stop by the Spirit Station for face painting, write letters of support to LGBTQAI+ youth, create-your-own friendship bracelets, and learn about Pride at the Pride History Education Station.
- Fog City Harmonia: A San Francisco-based treble choir who is rooted in showcasing diverse musical backgrounds will perform the Star-Spangled Banner prior to kickoff.
- In Lak’ech Dance Academy Dancers: Pamé Cortes Ortiz and Kayla Jones, a professional Salsa duet performance, energetic salsa choreography and Queer & Trans dynamic duo will perform pre-match during FanFest.
- Pride Kits + Pre-Match Tops: Debuting Saturday, Bay FC will wear kits and pre-match tops with special designs to celebrate Pride Month.
- Soccer Darts with Sutter Health: Bay FC Kit Sponsor Sutter Health will have a 10 ft. soccer dart competition with giveaways like poppy co-branded socks and other items.
- Spin to Win with Meriwest Credit Union & SJC: Meriwest Credit Union and San Jose Mineta International Airport will have a spin to win giveaways at Fan Fest with Bay FC merch items as the grand prize.
- A Photo at your Locker: Courtesy of Visa, fans can take a photo in front of authentic Bay FC lockers prior to kickoff
Kickoff for Saturday’s match is set for 4:30 p.m. PT from PayPal Park and will be broadcast on ION. Tickets remain available at BayFC.com/tickets.
About Bay Football Club
Bay Football Club (Bay FC) is the professional soccer franchise representing the Bay Area and the 14th team to join the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). Bay FC was established in April 2023 and co-founded by USWNT legends Brandi Chastain, Leslie Osborne, Danielle Slaton, and Aly Wagner in partnership with global investment firm Sixth Street and an investor group of leading tech, business and sports executives. Sixth Street’s investment is the largest institutional investment to date in a women’s professional sports franchise. Bay FC is changing the face of women’s soccer as we know it. The Club began play in the 2024 season. Tickets are now on sale for Bay FC at bayfc.com and fans can follow Bay FC’s social channels (@wearebayfc) for the latest news, merchandise, and events.
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