Nashville is set to host a summer packed with soccer, music, and community celebrations as part of the 2026 Visit Music City Summer Kickoff. Running from June 1 through July 17, the lineup includes free FIFA World Cup 26 watch parties, live concerts, youth soccer camps, and a rare chance to watch the Japan Men’s National Team train live at GEODIS Park. Here is everything on the schedule.

Japan Men’s National Team Open Training

• Date: Monday, June 8, 2026
• Time: Starting at 5:45pm
• Location: GEODIS Park, Nashville, TN
• What to Expect: Watch Japan’s national team train on the field as they prepare for the FIFA World Cup 26. This community session is free and open to the public, though tickets are required.
• Get More Details: GEODISPark.com

Free FIFA World Cup 26 Watch Parties

• Dates: June 12, June 19, and June 25, 2026
• Time: Varies by match
• Location: Publix Plaza at GEODIS Park (June 12 and June 25); Centennial Park (June 19, alongside the Juneteenth615 Festival)
• What to Expect: Free Soccer Celebrations presented by Discount Tire featuring food and beverages, fan activations, live music, and outdoor viewings of USA World Cup matches: USA vs. Paraguay (June 12), USA vs. Australia (June 19), and USA vs. Turkey (June 25). Additional viewing events to be announced.
• Get More Details: GEODISPark.com

Youth Soccer Camps

• Dates: June 1-2 and June 4-5, 2026
• Location: GEODIS Park, Nashville, TN
• What to Expect: The Nashville SC Pro Experience Camp Series gives young players the chance to train on the field at GEODIS Park in a professional environment led by Nashville SC Youth Soccer coaches.
• Get More Details: GEODISPark.com

Forrest Frank Concert

• Date: Friday, June 19, 2026
• Location: GEODIS Park, Nashville, TN
• What to Expect: Forrest Frank brings The Jesus Generation Tour to GEODIS Park, an all ages worship experience with special guests Tori Kelly, Cory Asbury, and The Figs. This event is sold out.
• Get More Details: GEODISPark.com

InterNASHional Night Market

• Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
• Location: GEODIS Park, Nashville, TN
• What to Expect: The sixth annual InterNASHional Night Market, presented by Nashville Soccer Club, brings Wedgewood-Houston’s first local international food festival to GEODIS Park in celebration of the 2026 World Cup.
• Get More Details: GEODISPark.com

Thomas Rhett and Niall Horan Concert

• Date: Thursday, July 9, 2026
• Location: GEODIS Park, Nashville, TN
• What to Expect: Thomas Rhett and Niall Horan bring The Soundtrack to Life Tour to GEODIS Park, with special guests Kashus Culpepper and Emily Ann Roberts.
• Price: Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com
• Get More Details: GEODISPark.com

Fourth Annual Dash at the Castle 5K Night Run

• Date: Sunday, June 28, 2026
• Location: GEODIS Park, Nashville, TN
• What to Expect: The fourth annual Dash at the Castle 5K Night Run winds around GEODIS Park and the Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood, with registration including a complimentary Nashville SC match ticket and a finishers medal.
• Get More Details: GEODISPark.com

Grand Finale: Nashville SC vs. Atlanta United FC

• Date: Friday, July 17, 2026
• Time: 7:00pm
• Location: GEODIS Park, Nashville, TN
• What to Expect: Nashville SC hosts Atlanta United FC at GEODIS Park to close out the Summer Kickoff in their first home match following the FIFA World Cup 26 break.
• Get More Details: GEODISPark.com