NC Courage Announce Promotional Schedule
Published on February 24, 2026 under National Women's Soccer League (NWSL)
North Carolina Courage News Release
CARY, N.C. - The North Carolina Courage today unveiled the promotional schedule for the 2026 National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) season as single-game tickets go on sale for all 15 matches at First Horizon Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park.
Single-game tickets are available online here, and the full 2026 promotional schedule is available here.
"We're fired up about the lineup of themes and promotions coming to Courage Country this season. We've been intentional in building a schedule that brings something for every fan. Creating an unforgettable matchday experience is always our top priority," said Chief Operating Officer Ralph Vuono.
Tried-and-true favorites are back and ready to shine in 2026. Fans can jump to hyperspace when Star Wars© Night returns on May 16, presented by Cii. The Courage will welcome the newest member of the Ring of Honor on July 11, with the honoree to be announced soon.
The club will celebrate love, inclusion, and community on Pride Night on August 26, presented by Cary Estate Planning, and recognize NCFC Youth Shield Award recipients on May 2 and October 17, presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina.
New promotions bring fresh flavor to the schedule this summer. The Courage will celebrate the season's biggest blockbuster with Supergirl© Night on July 4, presented by Governor's Institute, followed by Peanuts: A Christmas in July Special on July 25. Fans can stay Courageously Cool at Margaritaville Night on July 31, presented by Alpaca, and get ready for the school year with Nickelodeon© Night on August 22, presented by Best Nutrition.
The Courage are also excited to introduce an expanded Game Changers program, spotlighting standout students from across the Triangle on March 28, presented by Bojangles, and again on November 1 when the regular season wraps with a celebration of the fans who support Courage Country on Fan Appreciation Night during the Decision Day finale.
Full promotional schedule:
Date Kickoff (ET) Opponent Theme
March 14, 2026 7:00 p.m. Racing Louisville Home Opener
March 28, 2026 7:00 p.m. Bay FC
Game Changers
April 4, 2026 6:30 p.m. Portland Thorns Go Green
May 2, 2026 6:30 p.m. Kansas City Current NCFC Youth Shield Award
May 16, 2026 6:30 p.m. Chicago Stars Star Wars© Night
July 4, 2026 6:30 p.m. Seattle Reign
Supergirl© Night
July 11, 2026 6:30 p.m. Washington Spirit Ring of Honor
July 25, 2026 7:45 p.m. Utah Royals
Peanuts: A Christmas in July Special
July 31, 2026 8:00 p.m. Orlando Pride
Courageously Cool at Margaritaville Night
August 16, 2026 7:00 p.m. Houston Dash TBA
August 22, 2026 7:30 p.m. Boston Legacy
Nickelodeon© Night
August 26, 2026 8:00 p.m. Angel City Pride Night
September 19, 2026 6:30 p.m. Gotham FC Local Heroes
October 17, 2026 7:00 p.m. San Diego Wave NCFC Youth Shield Award
November 1, 2026 5:00 p.m. Denver Summit
Game Changers and Fan Appreciation Night
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