FC Edmonton announces inaugural Winter City Footie Fest

FC Edmonton is set to make history. The Northern Alberta club will travel to face the Spring Season champion Indy Eleven in the North American Soccer League (NASL) postseason semifinal. In celebration, the Eddies and several partners will present the first-ever WINTER CITY FOOTIE FEST at Churchill Square on November 5.

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In partnership with the City of Edmonton, Explore Edmonton, GoodLife Fitness and Tres Carnales Tacqueria, the Eddies will broadcast the match live at Churchill Square on North America’s largest mobile screen, with a flurry of activities to partake in before, during and after the match. The free-to-enter WINTER CITY FOOTIE FEST will include a Family Fun Zone, beer garden, live local music, food trucks galore, FC Edmonton player appearances and MORE!

It has been a season to remember so far, and it’s not over yet. The Eddies will face Indy Eleven in the semifinals, with a win opening the door for the Eddies’ first-ever trip to The Championship Finals. Support your Boys In Blue at Churchill Square as they head into battle in a single-match, winner-take-all fixture on November 5!

Winter City Footie Fest Details

Who: FC Edmonton vs. Indy Eleven

What: NASL - The Championship Semifinal

When: November 5 @ 1:00 p.m. MT

Where: Churchill Square, Edmonton

Why: Show your support for Edmonton’s Professional Soccer Club! Bring your family for a fun afternoon with a ton of activities for everyone.

For additional details and information, please call 780.700.2600 or visit www.fcedmonton.com!

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