Consisting of photo and video content capture opportunities, representatives from key local D.C. organizations will be available for interviews to offer soundbites outlining their excitement surrounding the MLS All-Star Game and what it means for each of their respective organizations. Dignitary attendees include Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, as well as representatives from D.C. Metro, Events DC, Destination D.C. and D.C. United.
Location: Audi Field, 100 Potomac Ave SW, Washington D.C. 20024
Contact: Berk Communications for MLS, _MLS@BerkCommunications.com_
From interactive fan zones including Beats, Cleats, and Eats to music, games, autographs, free giveaways, MLS watch parties, and more, MLS All-Star Soccer Celebration presented by Coca-Cola Zero Sugar is the ultimate fan experience taking place in the leadup to the MLS All-Star Game.
Location: The Wharf, 101 District Sq. SW, Washington D.C. 20024
Contact: Berk Communications for MLS, _MLS@BerkCommunications.com_
MLS hosted Watch Party will highlight Saturday programming at Soccer Celebration at The Wharf. MLS 360 broadcast talent will interact with fans watching MLS 360 and D.C. United vs. the New England Revolution. MLS 360 will air segments live from the MLS Watch Party throughout the broadcast.
Location: Dockmaster Building at The Wharf, 101 District Sq. SW, Washington D.C. 20024
Contact: Berk Communications for MLS, _MLS@BerkCommunications.com_
Credential pick up is for pre-approved media only. No new credentials will be issued. Media must show a photo ID to pick up their credential. Media may not pick up credentials for other colleagues. Parking passes for stadium events will be distributed to media upon request on a first-come, first-served basis. Limit one parking pass per organization for each event.
Location: JW Marriott Washington DC, 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004
Contact: comm.credentials@mlssoccer.com
MLS and various partners are joining forces to positively impact the D.C. community as All-Star guests will have an opportunity to work side by side in partnership with U.S. Hunger to pack 100,000 healthy meals for local children and families in need. After volunteering, participants will enjoy a family-friendly celebration with food, music, entertainment, games and more.
Location: Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater, 1101 Sixth Street SW, Washington, DC 20024
Contact: Berk Communications for MLS, _MLS@BerkCommunications.com_
In celebration of MLS All-Star week happening July 15-19 in DC, Apple Carnegie Library is hosting an exclusive art battle with Secret Walls and featuring guest judges from MLS Season Pass, Jake Ziving and Max Bretos. This one-of-a-kind event will feature an exciting art battle between local artists Kelly Towles and Matt Corrado as they take up their Procreate tools on iPad and paint.
Location: Apple Carnegie Library, 801 K St NW, Washington, D.C. 20001
Contact: Angela Alfano (MLS), Angela.Alfano@MLSsoccer.com; Bernadette Simpao (Apple), bsimpao@apple.com
From interactive fan zones including Beats, Cleats, and Eats to music, games, autographs, free giveaways, MLS watch parties, and more, MLS All-Star Soccer Celebration presented by Coca-Cola Zero Sugar is the ultimate fan experience taking place in the leadup to the MLS All-Star Game.
Location: The Wharf, 101 District Sq. SW, Washington D.C. 20024
Contact: Berk Communications for MLS, _MLS@BerkCommunications.com_
Superstars including former football star, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson, Washington, D.C. native and rapper, Wale, and notable streamer Edwin “Castro1021” Castro, will compete in the star-studded fourth edition of the eMLS All-Star Challenge presented by Coca-Cola® Zero Sugar for a dynamic, fun, and entertaining two-versus-two-competition.
Location: The Wharf, 101 District Sq. SW, Washington D.C. 20024
Contact: Peter O'Brien, peter.obrien@mlssoccer.com
Located at SOMEWHERE’s Navy Yard retail store, the MLS All-Star x WJW & SOMEWHERE Retail Pop-Up will feature limited-edition MLS All-Star merchandise produced in collaboration with both brands. The pop-up will also feature a café integration including a signature MLS drink and latte art stencils. The pop-up will run from Saturday, July 15th to Friday, July 21st but stop by on Sunday from 5:30 – 6:00 to meet and chat with the brand owners.
Location: SOMEWHERE Retail Store, 1239 First St. SE, Washington, D.C. 20003
Contact: Berk Communications for MLS, _MLS@BerkCommunications.com_
Credential pick up is for pre-approved media only. No new credentials will be issued. Media must show a photo ID to pick up their credential. Media may not pick up credentials for other colleagues. Parking passes for stadium events will be distributed to media upon request on a first-come, first-served basis. Limit one parking pass per organization for each event.
Location: JW Marriott Washington DC, 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004
Contact: comm.credentials@mlssoccer.com
Media shuttles will run from multiple locations to help those covering events on Monday travel around Washington, D.C.
9:30 a.m. – Departure from Hotel Washington for Arsenal training at George Mason University
11:00 a.m. (approx.) – Departure from Arsenal training for MLS training at American University
12:45 p.m. (approx.) – Shuttle returns to Hotel Washington
6:45 p.m. – Shuttle departs Hotel Washington for Media Mixer at Tiki TNT
9:15 p.m. – Shuttle returns to Hotel Washington
Location: See event description above.
Contact: Esteban Camino, esteban.camino@nycfc.com
Arsenal FC will host media availability with select Arsenal FC players prior to training and a provide B-roll opportunity of the first 15 minutes of training.
10:30 a.m. – Media Availability with select Arsenal Players
11:00 a.m. – First 15 min. open to media for b-roll.
11:15 a.m. – Arsenal FC Training Closes to Media
Location: George Mason University Field House, 4501 University Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030
Contact: Sahar Abdur-Rashid, sahar.abdurrashid@mlssoccer.com
B-roll opportunity during training followed by Media Availability with select MLS players on the field.
10:30 a.m. – Training Begins
Media are encouraged to arrive by 11:15 a.m. for Media Availability following training.
Location: American University - Reeves Athletic Complex, 3701 University Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20016
Contact: Alex Zerkel, alex.zerkel@mlssoccer.com
MLS Greats and Arsenal Legends will join MLS, D.C United, BODYARMOR and the U.S. Soccer Foundation to officially unveil a new soccer mini-pitch at Seaton Elementary School. Beneficiaries of the soccer mini-pitch include youth from Seaton Elementary, the surrounding neighborhoods, as well as participants from D.C SCORES who use soccer and poetry to inspire confidence on the field and in the classroom. The day will consist of youth soccer clinics, coach mentor training and soccer themed activities for community members.
Location: Seaton Elementary School, 1503 10th St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20001
Contact: Berk Communications for MLS, _MLS@BerkCommunications.com_
Media are invited to join MLS Communications for a Media Mixer with food and drinks in celebration of MLS All-Star Week.
Location: Tiki TNT, 1130 Maine Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024
Contact: Justin Sousa, justin.sousa@mlssoccer.com
Two-time GRAMMY® nominated R&B star Kehlani will headline the MLS All-Star Concert with special guest DJ Pee .Wee on Monday, July 17 in Washington, D.C. at The Anthem. Tickets will go on sale tomorrow, Tuesday June 27 at 10 a.m. ET on Ticketmaster.com. Concert doors open at 6 p.m. ET. Tickets are $25 and will benefit DC Central Kitchen (DCCK), whose mission is to use food as a tool to strengthen bodies, empower minds, and build communities. Media must have a ticket to attend the concert.
Location: The Anthem, 901 Wharf Street, SW, Washington, DC 20024 (Media can access via 990 Main Ave.)
Contact: Berk Communications for MLS, _MLS@BerkCommunications.com_
Located steps from The Anthem, the venue for the MLS All-Star Concert, IHG Hotels & Resorts will be hosting an RSVP-only concert after party at The Stories Bar, located within The InterContinental Hotel. Boasting a nearly 360-degree view of the Potomac and the Washington skyline, the invite-only event will begin at 10 p.m. ET.
Location: 12 Stories, 75 District Square SW, 12th Floor, Washington, D.C. 200024
Contact: Berk Communications for MLS, MLS@BerkCommunications.com; Stacy Spector (IHG Hotels & Resorts), stacy.spector@ihg.com
Credential pick up is for pre-approved media only. No new credentials will be issued. Media must show a photo ID to pick up their credential. Media may not pick up credentials for other colleagues. Parking passes for stadium events will be distributed to media upon request on a first-come, first-served basis. Limit one parking pass per organization for each event.
Location: JW Marriott Washington DC, 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004
Contact: comm.credentials@mlssoccer.com
Delegation shuttles available to media for the 2023 MLS All-Star Skills Challenge presented by AT&T 5G, which will depart from the JW Marriot to Audi Field from 5:00 p.m. to midnight. Shuttle transportation will not be available for any other MLS All-Star events on Tuesday.
Location: JW Marriott Washington DC, 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004
Contact: Esteban Camino, esteban.camino@nycfc.com
The second annual MLS All-Star Hometown Heroes Showcase presented by RBC Wealth Management and in collaboration with Black Players for Change and D.C. United will recognize local Hometown Hero organizations who are making positive change in the community. These organizations include Latin Youth American Center, WETATi Academy, So Kids Soar, Rainbow Families and Honorary Hero Howard University Men’s Soccer Program. Each organization will receive a $15,000 grant to elevate their work, and the program will also include a performance by local artist Fly Zyah and a student reading from DC Scores.
*Media are welcome to attend at any point during this timeframe to conduct interviews and capture content.
Location: InterContinental The Willard, 1401 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004
Contact: Berk Communications for MLS, _MLS@BerkCommunications.com_
B-roll opportunity during training followed by Media Availability with select MLS players on the National Mall. Media are encouraged to arrive by 10:30 a.m. Photo opportunities to be coordinated with MLS All-Stars in the heart of Washington, D.C.
MLS NEXT All-Stars will be in attendance prior to and after the conclusion of training.
Location: The National Mall, at the intersection of Madison Dr. and the 9th St. NW. Media must enter from the north side of 9th St and an image is located below.
Contact: Alex Zerkel, alex.zerkel@mlssoccer.com
Media are invited to work from the Hotel Washington in a Media Workroom ahead of the 2023 MLS All-Star Game Press Conferences. Lunch will be provided.
- Media must show 2023 MLS All-Star Game credentials for access to the lunch and media work room.
Location: Hotel Washington, 515 15th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
Contact: Sahar Abdur-Rashid, sahar.abdurrashid@mlssoccer.com
Commissioner Garber to participate in a question-and-answer session with media in attendance. Virtual access via Zoom is available for media to watch and listen only.
- Media must show 2023 MLS All-Star Game credentials for access to event.
- Media Work Room will be open starting at 12 p.m.
Register and Join Virtual Access:
Passcode: MLSASG2023
Location: Hotel Washington, 515 15th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
Contact: Sahar Abdur-Rashid, sahar.abdurrashid@mlssoccer.com
Select MLS All-Stars and All-Star Head Coach Wayne Rooney to participate in a question-and-answer session with media in attendance regarding the MLS All-Star Game. Virtual access via Zoom is available for media to watch and listen only.
Participating MLS All-Stars:
MLS All-Star Head Coach Wayne Rooney (D.C. United)
FC Cincinnati midfielder and 2023 MLS All-Star Game Captain Luciano Acosta
FC Dallas forward Jesús Ferreira
Register and Join Virtual Access:
Passcode: MLSASG2023
Location: Hotel Washington, 515 15th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
Contact: Sahar Abdur-Rashid, sahar.abdurrashid@mlssoccer.com
Select Arsenal FC players and Manager Mikel Arteta to participate in a question-and-answer session with media in attendance regarding the MLS All-Star Game. Virtual access via Zoom is available for media to watch and listen only.
Participating Arsenal FC players and coaches:
Arsenal FC Head Coach Mikel Arteta
Player TBD
Player TBD
Register and Join Virtual Access:
Passcode: MLSASG2023
Location: Hotel Washington, 515 15th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004
Contact: Sahar Abdur-Rashid, sahar.abdurrashid@mlssoccer.com
Providing fans with a fun and uniquely competitive take on the highly anticipated faceoff, the stars of both MLS and Arsenal FC will be on display as ten players from each team compete in this ultimate test of skill. MLS and Arsenal players will participate in a mixed zone at the stadium following the event.
Location: Audi Field, 100 Potomac Ave SW, Washington D.C. 20024. Media entrance and accreditation at Gate B will open at 5:30 p.m.
Contact: Sahar Abdur-Rashid, sahar.abdurrashid@mlssoccer.com
Credential pick up is for pre-approved media only. No new credentials will be issued. Media must show a photo ID to pick up their credential. Media may not pick up credentials for other colleagues. Parking passes for stadium events will be distributed to media upon request on a first-come, first-served basis. Limit one parking pass per organization for each event.
Location: JW Marriott Washington DC, 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004
Contact: comm.credentials@mlssoccer.com
Delegation shuttles available to media for the 2023 MLS All-Star Game, which will depart from the JW Marriot to Audi Field from 3:30 p.m. to midnight.
An additional shuttle will run to the MLS NEXT All-Star Game presented by Allstate, departing the Hotel Washington at 8:45 a.m and dropping off at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Media will then take the Naval Academy fan shuttle to the stadium from that location. The return shuttle will leave from the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium at 1:30 p.m.
Locations: Hotel Washington, 515 15th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004 and JW Marriott Washington DC, 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004
Contact: Esteban Camino, esteban.camino@nycfc.com
MLS NEXT and Allstate will provide a world-class experience for 44 of North America’s rising stars to showcase their talents in an East vs. West matchup at the Naval Academy’s Glenn Warner Soccer Facility in Annapolis, Md. Media opportunities will be available with head coaches, players, and MLS NEXT executives.
Location: Glenn Warner Soccer Facility at the U.S. Naval Academy, Santee Rd, Annapolis, MD 21402
Parking: Media members who choose to drive are highly encouraged to park at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium and ride the free shuttle bus to and from the game due to security restrictions. A map with parking can be found below.
Contact: Will Glenn, william.glenn@mlssoccer.com
As part of the Special Olympics Unified Sports® All-Star experience, MLS WORKS and Coca-Cola will host 52 Unified team members, representing 26 MLS clubs for an 11 v. 11 competitive match. The Unified Sports® All-Star Game is free and open to the public. The teams, comprised of players with intellectual disabilities (Special Olympics athletes) and without intellectual disabilities (Unified partners), will be outfitted in authentic uniforms provided by adidas. MLS Greats will serve as celebrity coaches for the game.
Location: Glenn Warner Soccer Facility at the U.S. Naval Academy, Santee Rd, Annapolis, MD 21402
Contact: Berk Communications for MLS, _MLS@BerkCommunications.com_
The MLS All-Stars will take on Arsenal FC in the 2023 MLS All-Star Game. All MLS and Arsenal players will conduct in-person media availability after the match. Coaches and select players will also be available in the post-game Press Conference and participants will be available to answer questions from media in attendance.
Location: Audi Field, 100 Potomac Ave SW, Washington D.C. 20024. Media entrance and accreditation at Gate B will open at 5:00 p.m.
Contact: Lauren Hayes, lauren.hayes@mlssoccer.com
