Wave FC Turns 5 – Let’s Pack Snapdragon for the Home Opener

Five seasons already. San Diego Wave FC is celebrating its 5 year anniversary, and there’s no better way to mark it than showing up strong for the 2026 home opener at Snapdragon Stadium.

Season 5 officially kicks off this Saturday, and the club is starting things off the right way – with a full stadium, a prematch Fan Fest, and a limited-edition 5th anniversary rally towel giveaway.

If you’ve been with Wave since the beginning or you’ve been meaning to make it to a match, this is the one to circle.

Home Opener vs Houston Dash

Wave FC takes on the Houston Dash to open the 2026 season, and the energy is always different for Game One. There’s something about that first match – fresh kits, fresh momentum, and the whole stadium buzzing.

The prematch Fan Fest, presented by La Croix, gets things going before kickoff, so it’s worth arriving early and soaking it all in. Expect music, activations, and that unmistakable Wave crowd energy.

Rally towels are limited, so the earlier we’re in our seats, the better.

New Season, New Kit

Season 5 also introduces the Balboa Park Kit, now part of the 2026 lineup. If we’ve been waiting to refresh our match-day look, this is the time. The full 2026 collection is available now, with new styles ready for the season ahead.

Be There From the Beginning

Tickets are moving quickly, and for an anniversary season opener, that’s no surprise. Snapdragon always delivers when it’s packed, and there’s nothing like being part of that first roar of the year.

Whether we’re season ticket holders or grabbing seats for the first time, this is the match that sets the tone.

san diego fc home opener

See you there!

Five years in and Wave FC is just getting started. Let’s show up loud and celebrate Season 5 together.

📆 Saturday, March 14, 2026 | 5:45 PM
📍 2101 Stadium Wy, San Diego
🎟️ Buy tickets here
ℹ️ More info here

See you there, San Diego!

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    March 14, 2026 5:45 pm
  • End Date
    March 14, 2026 8:00 pm
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    • Snapdragon Stadium
  • Address
    2101 Stadium Wy, San Diego, CA
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