Denver Summit FC to Participate in 2026 Coachella Valley Invitational

Denver Summit FC announced today that it will participate in the 2026 Coachella Valley Invitational (CVI), joining top clubs from the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) and Major League Soccer (MLS) for the largest preseason soccer event in North America.

Hosted by AEG at the iconic Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, the Coachella Valley Invitational will take place from February 7–21, 2026, bringing together professional clubs, players, and fans for two weeks of elite preseason action ahead of the 2026 NWSL and MLS seasons.

Denver Summit FC will make its first-ever preseason appearance at the Invitational as the club continues preparations for its inaugural NWSL campaign.

With the support of MLS and the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), the 2026 edition of CVI will host players, coaches, and executives from participating clubs for preseason matches, training sessions, and organizational meetings at the iconic venue.

“AEG is proud to once again partner with MLS and the NWSL to bring the best of professional soccer to the Coachella Valley,” said Dan Beckerman, President and Chief Executive Officer of AEG. “Through Goldenvoice and the LA Galaxy, we’re thrilled to transform one of the world’s most iconic festival settings into a showcase for the sport, the players, and the fans.”

Passes for all dates will go on sale to the public on Thursday, October 16 at 11 a.m. <T at www.coachellavalleyinvitational.com. CVI is Back pricing for General Admission Day Passes will start at just $30 and pricing for General Admission Weekend Passes (Feb 7-8 and Feb 14-15) will start at $59. All GA pricing will increase once the match schedule is released later this year. VIP Passes include preferred parking, access to the VIP Pavilion with lounge seating, unlimited food and refreshments (beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic options), VIP restrooms, and shaded seating.

In addition to providing MLS and NWSL clubs an unparalleled environment to prepare for their upcoming 2026 seasons in optimal weather and world-class facilities, CVI will once again offer fans an intimate and immersive opportunity to see some of the sport’s most decorated players and rising stars in action. Fans can also look forward to unique activations and experiences throughout the two-week event.

“Building upon our collaboration with AEG, the Coachella Valley Invitational has become an important platform for our clubs to prepare collectively and showcase the continued growth of the women’s game,” said NWSL Senior Director of Sporting Sarah Gregorius. “We’re looking forward to another productive preseason and the chance for our teams to build momentum ahead of the NWSL’s next campaign.”

The match schedule, additional clubs, and fan experience details will be announced in the coming weeks.

MLS clubs currently committed to the 2026 Coachella Valley Invitational include:

• Austin FC 

• Charlotte FC 

• Chicago Fire FC 

• D.C. United 

• LAFC 

• LA Galaxy (pending Concacaf schedule) 

• Minnesota United FC 

• New York City FC 

• Portland Timbers 

• San Diego FC 

• San Jose Earthquakes 

• Sporting Kansas City 

• St. Louis CITY SC 

NWSL clubs currently committed to the 2026 Coachella Valley Invitational include: 

• Angel City FC  

• Denver Summit FC 

• Houston Dash  

• Portland Thorns FC 

• San Diego Wave FC 

• Seattle Reign FC

EVENT SCHEDULE – Passes and Ticket Packages Available Thursday, October 16 at 10 a.m. PT

With more than 250 acres of lush gardens and pristine polo fields, Empire Polo Club stands among the premier venues for outdoor sporting events and executive gatherings. In addition to hosting the world-renowned Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival and Stagecoach Festival, the site’s fields are operated by Goldenvoice, the Los Angeles–based concert promoter and live event company owned by AEG Presents.

Fans are encouraged to sign up at CoachellaValleyInvitational.com for CVI promotions and additional ticketing information and follow @coachellavalleyinvitational on Instagram for the latest updates.