Mayor Whitmire Partners with Houston Dynamo & Dash to Provide 10,000 Free Tickets to 2026 Matches

Mayor Whitmire Partners with Houston Dynamo & Dash to Provide 10,000 Free Tickets to 2026 Matches

This initiative builds on excitement for soccer to help Houston families experience professional soccer in their own backyard

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• Mayor John Whitmire and the teams will provide 10,000 complimentary tickets to first-time Houston Dynamo FC and Houston Dash attendees during the second half of the season.
• Thousands of tickets will be distributed to Houstonians, with a dedicated allocation reserved for children participating in local youth and community programs. Fans can claim their tickets online.
• The initiative builds on Houston's excitement following this summer's World Cup, helping families experience professional soccer in their own backyard for the very first time.

July 23, 2026 -- Houston Mayor John Whitmire, in partnership with the Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash, today announced an initiative to provide 10,000 complimentary tickets to first-time attendees during the second half of the 2026 season, ensuring that thousands of Houstonians who discovered a love for soccer during this summer's FIFA World Cup have the opportunity to experience the sport live in their own city.

Following a summer in which Houston welcomed the world through the beautiful game, the initiative is designed to transform World Cup excitement into a lasting connection with the city's hometown clubs. It will give families from across Houston the opportunity to experience the energy of a live match at Shell Energy Stadium and continue building their relationship with the sport in their own backyard.

During the July 23 news conference, Mayor John Whitmire said Houston's excitement for soccer has never been stronger, and both the City of Houston and Houston Dynamo and Dash want to capture and sustain that energy and passion for the sport.

"We know from being in the community that there are young people and families who might never be able to experience a professional soccer game. They saw it on TV during the FIFA World Cup, but how do we continue that excitement? It's good for Houston - not only to improve the quality of life, but it's good business," Mayor Whitmire said. "We don't want to let up, we don't want the joy to subside, and this is one measure that is going to allow us to do that."

"One of the greatest legacies the World Cup can leave behind is a new generation of soccer fans," said Jessica O'Neill, President of Business Operations for Houston Dynamo FC and Houston Dash. "We are incredibly grateful to Mayor Whitmire for making that vision a reality. There is nothing like experiencing a match at Shell Energy Stadium for the first time, and thanks to this initiative, 10,000 people will have the opportunity to discover what makes Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash soccer so special. We cannot wait to welcome them home."

The complimentary tickets will be distributed beginning immediately for matches throughout the remainder of the 2026 regular season through community organizations, nonprofit partners, youth programs, and to Houstonians who have never attended a match. Fans can claim their tickets online. Included matches and locations will vary based on availability. Claimed tickets will not be able to be resold.

The initiative reflects a shared commitment between the City of Houston, Houston Dynamo FC and Houston Dash to ensure that the lasting impact of the World Cup is measured not only by the matches played in Houston, but also by the new fans, families and communities that remain connected to the game long after the tournament concludes. As Houston continues to strengthen its position as one of North America's leading soccer cities, the initiative represents another step toward making the sport welcoming, accessible and available to people throughout the community.

For more information and to claim tickets, visit houstondynamofc.tixr.com/houston26.

Media Contacts

Mary Benton
Chief Communications Officer
Houston Mayor's Office
Mobile: 713.208.6229
[email protected]

David Wiese-Carl
Vice President, Communications & Corporate Affairs
Houston Dynamo FC | Houston Dash | Shell Energy Stadium
(856) 361-4323
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