Illinois Soccer Unveils 2026 Promotional Schedule
July 15, 2026 | Soccer
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2026 Illinois Soccer Schedule
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – Illinois soccer has announced its promotional schedule for the 2026 season, with the Illini kicking off the home slate on Thursday (Aug. 13) against Georgia in Demirjian Park at 6 p.m. CT.
Admission is free to all home Illinois soccer matches, with spectator parking available in the Atkins Tennis Center parking lot and the grass lots just east of the soccer practice field.
2026 ILLINI SOCCER PROMOTIONAL SCHEDULE
All times central.
Thursday, Aug. 13 vs. Georgia I 6 p.m.
Youth Soccer Night – All youth soccer teams in central Illinois are encouraged to pack Demirjian Park for the home opener, more information to come.
Thursday, Aug. 20 vs. Cincinnati I 6 p.m.
Pride Night – Celebrate the LGBTQ+ community with Illinois soccer.
Sunday, Aug. 23 vs. UIC I 5 p.m.
FamILLy Night – Bring the whole FamILLy out to Demirjian Park to experience inflatables, the kids zone, and more.
100 vs. Illini – 100 eighth grade and under members take on Illini soccer in a scrimmage following the match.
Sunday Night Fútbol – Enter to win four free tickets to Illinois Football's home opener against UAB on Sept. 3.
Thursday, Aug. 27 vs. Saint Louis I 6 p.m.
Back to School Bash – Celebrate heading back to school with the Illini.
Hail to the Orange Out – Be sure to wear orange to Demirjian Park, a limited number of orange t-shirts will be available to early arriving fans.
Thursday, Sept. 10 vs. Wisconsin I 6 p.m.
Party at the Park – Join the party at Demirjian Park for the Big Ten home opener.
Neon Out – Join the party at Demirjian Park for the Big Ten home opener.
Sunday, Sept. 13 vs. Michigan I 1 p.m.
Kick the Stigma – Students across the country are feeling increased levels of stress, anxiety, and depression. This game is designed to increase awareness of on campus groups as well as raise money for mental health resources to help expand programs that make a difference.
FamILLy Night – Enjoy concessions deals, a kids zone, and pregame soccer clinics with Soccer Planet.
Sunday, Sept. 27 vs. Oregon I 1 p.m.
Senior Day – Help celebrate Illinois soccer's senior class.
Women's Empowerment Match – Celebrate our female athletes and coaches during Senior Day.
FamILLy Night – Enjoy concessions deals, a kids zone, and pregame soccer clinics with Soccer Planet.
Sunday, Oct. 4 vs. Michigan State I 1 p.m.
Pack Demirjian – Pack Demirjian Park for this Big Ten match.
Alumni Day – Honor Illinois soccer alumni as we celebrate the program's 30th season.
FamILLy Night – Enjoy concessions deals, a kids zone, and pregame soccer clinics with Soccer Planet.
Thursday, Oct. 22 vs. Northwestern I 6 p.m.
Kick Cancer – Illinois will honor and promote the fight against cancer with their annual Kick Cancer promotion. Each fan will receive a colored ribbon according to the type of cancer they would like to support and each ribbon will be tied to a net.
Friday, Oct. 30 vs. Minnesota I 6 p.m.
Halloween Match – Wear your best costume to Demirjian Park as Illinois soccer celebrates Halloween.
