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Full 2021 Union promotional schedule released

The Union will host three Rivalry Nights in Chester this season

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Just a day after the CDC released new mask guidelines, the Union released their promotional schedule for the current 2021 season. Most of the team’s home games this season will be either a themed night or a title partner. These events range from promoting inclusivity, honoring military members and raising awareness about childhood cancer. 

It all gets underway way the first of three Rivalry Nights in Chester, when the U take on NYCFC this Saturday, May 1. The festivities continue with the team’s first Title Partner game of 2021 when Subaru of America presents the Union vs New England on Wednesday, May 12.

Below you will find some of the highlights from this year’s promotional schedule:

Now, for the full schedule of this season’s promotional calendar.

Saturday, April 24; 8 p.m.
MIAMI
Home Opener

Saturday, May 1; 7:30 p.m.   
NYCFC
Rivalry Match  

Wednesday, May 12; 7:30 p.m.
NEW ENGLAND          
Subaru of America
Saturday, May 15; 7:30 p.m. 
NY RED BULLS
Rivalry Match

Wednesday, June 23; 7:30 p.m.
COLUMBUS    
Pride Night
Subaru of America
Philadelphia Union celebrate Soccer For All and inclusivity as they welcome defending MLS Cup Champs Columbus Crew SC.

Saturday, July 17; 7:30 p.m.
DC UNITED     
Rivalry Match

Sunday, August 1; 6 p.m.
CHICAGO        
Military Night 
A special night to honor the armed forces through pregame ceremonies and more as the Union take on the Chicago Fire.

Saturday, August 21; 7:30 p.m.
CF MONTREAL
Alumni Night  
Ardent Credit Union
A fan favorite returns as Union alumni are our welcomed guests as the Boys in Blue battle CF Montreal.

Wednesday, September 15; 7:30 p.m.
NEW ENGLAND          
Hispanic Heritage/Rivalry
Philadelphia Union celebrate Hispanic Heritage Night as the club welcomes foe New England Revolution

Sunday, September 19; 4 p.m.
ORLANDO      
Kick Childhood Cancer Night
KCC returns to Subaru Park as the Union honor those battling childhood cancer while on the pitch they battle Orlando City.

Saturday, September 25; 3:30 p.m.
ATLANTA        
Kids Day         
Bimbo Bakeries USA
Kids Day is back in 2021 as we celebrate local youth players as the club battles conference foe Atlanta United FC.

Saturday, October 2; 7:30 p.m.
COLUMBUS    
Thomas English Muffins

Saturday, October 23; 7:30 p.m.
NASHVILLE     
Independence Blue Cross 

Sunday, October 30; 7:30 p.m.
FC CINCINNATI           
Fan Appreciation Day
Captain Morgan
Philadelphia Union wrap up their home schedule with U Thank U where fans will enjoy specials on concessions, discounts in the Union Shop and more.

Sean Sullivan is an Associate Editor for Philadelphia Soccer Now/Brotherly Game, where he has spent the past few years covering game day events for the Philadelphia Union. In his day job, he oversees creative and studio production for a corporate event streaming company based in the Philadelphia region.

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