The Colorado Rapids have announced that their 30th Anniversary Match will be held at Empower Field at Mile High on April 18, where they will face Inter Miami CF, the reigning MLS Cup champions. The event is presented by UCHealth and will begin at 2:30 p.m. MT, with exclusive coverage on Apple TV.
Haley Durmer, Chief Business Officer of the Colorado Rapids, said, “There’s no better way to celebrate the 30th anniversary of our first home match than by returning to where it all began and hosting reigning MLS Cup champion Inter Miami. Bringing this match to Empower Field at Mile High lets us elevate the experience in a big way, not just for our supporters but for the entire Colorado sports community. The Broncos have been phenomenal partners throughout this process, and we’re excited to work with them to bring this historic celebration to life.”
Currently, single-game tickets are not available for purchase. Fans are advised that listings found on secondary marketplaces may not be authentic. The club recommends securing access through a Season Ticket Membership or a Mini Plan. More information about ticket options can be found at https://www.coloradorapids.com/tickets/memberships.
Any remaining lower-level or single-game tickets will become available starting Thursday, January 15. Fans interested in updates regarding additional details about the match—including team news, celebratory activities, and presale access—are encouraged to sign up for the RapidFire email newsletter at https://Rapids96.com/signup.
The upcoming match marks three decades since the Rapids’ inaugural home game at the former Mile High Stadium on April 21, 1996. In that game, Colorado defeated Dallas Burn (now FC Dallas) 3-1 with two goals from Marcelo Balboa. To commemorate this milestone, various events are planned during the week of the match including an Alumni Weekend featuring former players who contributed to building the franchise over its history.
UCHealth Chief Marketing and Experience Officer Manny Rodriguez stated: “UCHealth is proud to join the Colorado Rapids in celebrating this historic milestone. The 30th anniversary of the club’s first home match is a meaningful moment for Colorado sports, and bringing the celebration back to Empower Field makes it even more special. We’re honored to help elevate the experience for fans and our community as the Rapids take on the reigning MLS Cup champions.”
Empower Field at Mile High is known as one of Denver’s major sports venues with a capacity of over 76,000 seats and an elevation of 5,280 feet above sea level.
The Rapids played their initial seasons from 1996 through 2001 at Mile High Stadium before moving into DICK’S Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City in 2007. Between those years they hosted key matches including playoff games and cup finals which contributed significantly to Denver’s soccer scene.
For further information about anniversary celebrations and ticketing details visit www.coloradorapids.com/30thanniversary.
