Tickets are on sale now for Thunder at Lynn Family Stadium — and fans are encouraged to act fast.
A club-record 11,365 attended last year’s Racing Louisville FC pro soccer game, air show and fireworks display. Another large crowd is expected Saturday, April 12, at the Butchertown neighborhood venue with tickets providing stadium access — including restrooms and concessions — throughout all the day’s events.
Tickets start at just $25. Fans can purchase below or call (502) 568-2489 to reach a ticket representative.
Thunder at Lynn Attractions
As a Kentucky Derby Festival event, Thunder at Lynn Family Stadium will also serve as the festival’s Official Thunder Tailgate spot in 2025. Lots will open at 7 a.m. Stadium gates follow at 1 p.m. leading up to a 5 p.m. kickoff between the National Women’s Soccer League’s Racing Louisville and the Washington Spirit, who feature U.S. national team star Trinity Rodman.
Thunder day ticket holders will receive a wristband allowing for reentry. Seating will be reserved for the Racing Louisville game before fans are permitted to move throughout the stadium to scope out their favorite vantage point for the fireworks. The show is highly visible from Lynn Family Stadium, which is also located steps from Waterfront Park.
Fans are advised to read over Lynn Family Stadium’s A to Z guide for questions and answers related to the venue, located at 350 Adams Street in Louisville’s Butchertown neighborhood. Please note that the stadium is a cashless facility and now operates with a Clear Bag Policy.
Thunder at Lynn Schedule
7 a.m. – Parking lots open
1 p.m. – Stadium gates open
5 p.m. – Racing Louisville vs. Washington Spirit
9:30 p.m. – Fireworks show starts
10 p.m. – Last call
11 p.m. – Stadium closes
12 a.m. — Parking lots close
Parking
There are four pre-purchased surface parking lots at the stadium. Check out recommended arrival routes to avoid traffic.
- Gold Lot is located off of Adams on the East side of the stadium.
- Gray Lot is located off of Cabel on the Southeast side of the stadium.
- Purple Lot is located off of Adams on the Northwest side of the stadium.
- Green Lot is located off of Witherspoon on the Northwest side of the stadium.
Reminder: Lock your doors and place valuables out of sight when parking at public events.
Entry
Lynn Family Stadium box offices are located outside of Gates 1 and 6.
BlueOval SK Fan Zone
Located at the north/waterfront end of Lynn Family Stadium, the BlueOval SK Fan Zone includes entertainment for all ages: inflatables, mini pitch soccer, face painting and sponsor activations.
Team Store
Lynn Family Stadium’s Team Store — regularly open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Saturday — will close to the public before kickoff. The store will re-open to ticket holders as games start in addition to merchandise kiosks set up around the stadium concourse. Visit LouSoccerStore.com for team gear 24/7.
Report an Issue
Lynn Family Stadium has the capability to receive text messages from fans who want to report unruly fan behavior or any other issue without leaving their seat.
Text “LouCity” (at Louisville City FC games) or “Racing” (at Racing Louisville FC games) with the issue and location to 69050. A stadium staff member will let you know that we have received your text message and will work to ensure the issue is being addressed.
Severe Weather Policy
In the event of severe weather in the vicinity of Lynn Family Stadium, fans should listen for public address announcements, keep an eye on the video board, and follow the club on social media to receive any pertinent updates.
Should fans be advised to exit the stadium for shelter due to conditions, re-entry will be allowed once the game is scheduled to resume.
Upon a resumption of play, games will restart from where they stopped, preceded by a warmup period. If a game is postponed to a later date, tickets and parking passes from the original date will be honored.
Generally, soccer games go on through rain unless conditions make playing impractical or dangerous.
Regular-season NWSL games can be declared official after 75 minutes are complete.
When we win, you win!
We’ve partnered with Penn Station to celebrate all Racing Louisville FC victories with a free sub with the purchase of a sub. Simply go to any participating Louisville-area Penn Station the day after a win and mention a Racing win to redeem or use promo code “RACINGBOGO25” to order online. Visit RacingLouFC.com/pennstation for a list of participating locations.
Sensory Bags
Please be advised that a coordinated music and light show will follow each home goal. It contains bright, flashing lights that fans with photosensitive epilepsy should be aware of. Sensory bags, courtesy of Brightspring Health Services, are available at Guest Services outside section 115.
