The San Jose Earthquakes are celebrating our nation’s 250th Birthday in grandiose fashion at the 105th California Clasico presented by El Camino Health on Saturday, July 25, against the archrival LA Galaxy at Stanford Stadium. The incredible event will feature a Fan Fest, a pregame and halftime tribute to American heroes and the Bay Area’s largest summer fireworks show.
Kickoff is slated for 7:30 p.m. PT and will be broadcast globally on Apple TV, as well as via local radio KSFO 810 AM (English) and 1370 AM La Kaliente (Spanish) In celebration of MLS’ post-World Cup return, fans can purchase tickets **HERE**.
Season Ticket Holder FAQs
Do 2026 Season Ticket Holders get tickets to the match on June 28th at Stanford Stadium?
- Yes, tickets to this match are included in your 2026 Season Pass package. Your tickets for the July 25 match have already been issued and can be found in your **Tixr Account**.
When will I know where my seats are?
- Your tickets for the June 25 match have already been issued to you and can be found in your online under your Account Manager on the Earthquakes website. Your seat location will be displayed at the bottom of your ticket.
How can I purchase tickets for the seats next to my season pass seats?
- Please email or call your Account Service Representative. Click **HERE** for contact information.
I have a full season parking pass for the 2026 Season; do I get a parking pass for the match at Stanford Stadium?
- Yes, you will have a parking pass for the match at Stanford Stadium.
- If you have a AUDI Lot parking pass, you are eligible for Lot 5 Toyon Grove. All other parking pass holders will have a pass for ‘Lot 2’. You will be able to park in Lot 2 beginning at 12:00 p.m.
- Please note: Lot 2 will be reserved for Season Parking Holders who have purchased a full season Quakes parking pass. If Lot 2 is full upon your arrival to Stanford Stadium, your Parking Pass will still be valid, and you will be directed to park in the next available lot.
- A map to Stanford Parking can be found **HERE**.
Stanford Stadium FAQs
What time is kickoff for this match?
- Kickoff will be at 7:30 p.m. PT.
What time will gates open?
- Gates will open at 5:30 p.m.
What time will the Box Office open?
- Box Office and Will Call open at 3:00 p.m.
What time will the pre-game activities begin?
- Before the match, a Fan Fest will take place in the Sam McDonald Mall outside Stanford Stadium with a seemingly never-ending parade of activations including a Coors Light Beer Garden and Precision Wall, a military vehicles display courtesy of the Eagle Field Foundation featuring an authentic tank, Humvee and desert patrol vehicle, a custom trading card booth, live music from DJ Chuy Gomez, new merchandise from the Epicenter Shop Truck including an exclusive Tupac Shakur California Love collection, food trucks, inflatables and more partner booths.
What do the halftime activities entail?
- At halftime, former U.S. Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta, NASA Astronaut Warren “Woody” Hoburg, original World War II "Rosies" from the Rosie the Riveter Trust, and local veterans will be honored on field. San Jose-born vocalist Jessica Johnson will sing “America the Beautiful”, followed by a spectacular pyrotechnic display.
When do the fireworks start?
- Fireworks will begin approximately 5 minutes after the final whistle.
What is Stanford Stadium's Bag Policy?
- Approved bags include clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bags that do not exceed 12"x6"x12" and small clutch bags or purses no larger than 4.5" x 6.5" (approximately the size of a hand) with or without a handle or strap.
- For more details and a full list of approved items click **HERE**.
Will alcoholic beverages be sold at Stanford Stadium?
- While alcoholic beverages will not be sold inside Stanford Stadium, they will be available for sale pre-game in the Coors Light Beer Garden by Hammer Throw and Sam McDonald Mall.
Will re-entry be allowed?
- Patrons are allowed to exit and re-enter Stanford Stadium until the 60th minute.
Can I bring any food or beverages into Stanford Stadium with me?
- A sealed water bottle (in 20 oz. or smaller) is permitted.
Parking and Transportation FAQs
Parking lots 2, 3, 4, 5 open at 12:00 PM
All other lots open at 3:30 PM
Where should I park?
- If you have an AUDI Lot parking pass, you are eligible for Lot 5 Toyon Grove. All other parking pass holders will have a pass for ‘Lot 2’. You will be able to park in Lot 2 beginning at 12:00 p.m.
- Please note: Lot 2 will be reserved for Season Parking Holders who have purchased a full season Quakes parking pass. If Lot 2 is full upon your arrival to Stanford Stadium, your Parking Pass will still be valid, and you will be directed to park in the next available lot.
- Paid parking on the day of the match will be mobile payment only - credit cards will also be accepted.
- A map to Stanford Parking can be found **HERE**.
Where can we tailgate?
- Guests may tailgate in all parking lots except Lot 1. Guests must confine their tailgating to the space occupied by their vehicle. No adjacent spaces will be available for tailgating. Only charcoal BBQs are permitted and must be placed in an accessible area (i.e., not blocked by vehicle). For fire safety, please drench your coals and dispose of them in designated metallic containers.
Is alcohol allowed at the tailgate?
- Yes – alcohol will be allowed at tailgates; however, no alcoholic beverages may be brought into Stanford Stadium. Additionally, alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase pre-game in the Coors Light Beer Garden at the Hammer Throw and Sam McDonald Mall.