Major League Soccer Commissioner Don Garber announced Wednesday that Charlotte’s Bank of America Stadium will host the 2026 MLS All-Star Game.
Garber credited Charlotte FC’s determination to build a contender, along with the enthusiasm from the fans which made the city an attractive first-time site for one of the league’s Crown Jewel events.
“Charlotte has turned into a big-time soccer city, and we are pleased to bring the 2026 MLS All-Star Game to the Queen City,” said MLS Commissioner Don Garber in a statement provided by the league. “The city and region keep showing up for the sport — from packed Charlotte FC crowds to global events like the FIFA Club World Cup and Copa América the past two summers. We’re excited to bring another marquee soccer event to Charlotte.”
The commissioner said the game is set to take place in a to-be-determined date in July, as the 2026 MLS schedule is still being finalized. Garber said the league plans to pause for the World Cup, which will take place in the United States for the first time since 1994.
Charlotte FC finds itself in the midst of its fourth season of existence, making the playoffs the last two seasons. The Crown have found themselves routinely in the top three in weekly MLS attendance rankings, and the organization looks forward to the 2026 All-Star Game providing a national showcase for Charlotte as a soccer city.
“The success of soccer matches at Bank of America Stadium has helped position Charlotte on the global stage as a premier destination for hosting some of the world’s top players and teams,” said club owner David Tepper, in a statement. “With 2026 set to be a landmark year for soccer in the United States, we’re honored to play a part by hosting the MLS All-Star Game.”
The clubs’ Season-Ticket Members will have the first priority to purchase All-Star Game tickets, with tickets going on sale to the general public at a later.