Amway Stadium Announces its Frist Non-Tenant Event
Amway Stadium announced today the University of Michigan and Michigan State University will bring their in-state rivalry to the state’s newest 8,500-seat soccer stadium this spring. The Michigan Wolverines and Michigan State Spartans Men’s and Women’s soccer teams will face each other for an exhibition doubleheader on Saturday, April 10.
This is the first non-tenant booked event announced for Amway Stadium with additional events to follow that will continue to welcome fans from across the state to share in the excitement of live sports and entertainment in West Michigan. Previously announced events include home matches of the stadium’s MLS NEXT Pro team, Athletic Club Grand Rapids.
"The West Michigan Sports Commission is proud to work with Legends Global and the Convention Arena Authority to highlight our new asset, Amway Stadium,” said Mike Guswiler, President of the West Michigan Sports Commission. “Hosting this in-state rivalry at this incredible venue will excite both our soccer community and alumni from these schools. It is sure to be one of many impactful events at this new venue.”
Currently, this event will be the debut for both collegiate and women’s soccer at Amway Stadium, giving fans the chance to be a part of a historical moment in Grand Rapids.
Tickets will be available to the public for this event. To be the first to be notified when tickets go on sale, fans can sign up for the Amway Stadium VIP Email List at AmwayStadium.com.
About Michigan Athletics
Intercollegiate Athletics at the University of Michigan began in 1866 with baseball as its first varsity team. Today, U-M supports 29 varsity programs, annually ranking among the nation's premier collegiate athletic departments both on the field and in the classroom. The Wolverines have won 60 national team titles, with ice hockey and men's swimming and diving leading all Division I schools in championships, and student-athletes have claimed 333 NCAA individual titles. Michigan's women's teams have also set milestones, including NCAA team titles in field hockey, softball and women's gymnastics.
U-M's dominance extends to the Big Ten, with a record 425 conference team titles as of 2026 and more titles than any other school in nine sports. Michigan football holds the most all-time victories in college football history, and women's gymnastics has captured 22 of the past 29 Big Ten championships. Academically, Michigan student-athletes have earned over 195 Academic All-America honors. Learn more at MGoBlue.com.
About Michigan State Athletics
Michigan State Athletics has a proud tradition of excellence, including 27 national championships and 162 conference championships. Spartan student-athletes strive for greatness on the field of competition and in the classroom, creating a foundation that will shape the rest of their lives. Competing as a member of the Big Ten Conference, Michigan State sponsors 23 teams. The iconic Spartans nickname was first used in 1926. Learn more at MSUSpartans.com.
About Amway Stadium
Located in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids, Amway Stadium is an 8,500-seat professional soccer stadium being developed to serve as the home of West Michigan’s MLS NEXT Pro team, AC Grand Rapids. Opening Spring 2027, the venue will host professional soccer matches while also welcoming youth, amateur, collegiate, and community events. Amway Stadium joins a trusted network of Grand Rapids entertainment venues that have been successfully managed for more than 30 years. Amway Stadium is managed by Legends Global, the world’s leading premium live experiences company. To learn more, visit AmwayStadium.com or follow Amway Stadium on social.
About Legends Global
Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. They deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services, including feasibility & consulting, owner’s rep, sales, partnerships, venue management, hospitality, merchandise, and content & booking. Through their white-label approach, they keep their partners front and center while leveraging the power of our global network: over 450 venues, 20,000 events, and 165 million guests annually. To learn more, visit www.LegendsGlobal.com or follow on LinkedIn and Instagram.
About the West Michigan Sports Commission:
The non-profit West Michigan Sports Commission identifies, secures, and hosts youth and amateur sporting events to positively impact the economy and quality of life in West Michigan. Since its inception in 2007, the WMSC has booked 1,433 events attracting over 2.8 million athletes and visitors, generating over $822 million in total estimated economic impact. For more information, visit westmisports.com and follow on Facebook and Instagram.
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