Nashville SC is launching a seven-week celebration at GEODIS Park, featuring World Cup watch parties, concerts, and community events. The Summer Kickoff will take place during Major League Soccer's break for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and culminate with Nashville SC's return to league play against Atlanta United FC on July 17. According to the club, the Summer Kickoff will include free World Cup watch parties, concerts from country star Thomas Rhett and Christian artist Forrest Frank, youth soccer camps, a night market, a 5K race, and other community events. Nashville SC Chief Business Officer Lindsey Paola stated that part of the vision for GEODIS Park has always been to serve as a world-class sports and entertainment venue. The event is being promoted in partnership with the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp. and Visit Music City. The Summer Kickoff schedule includes FIFA World Cup watch parties, concerts, and community events, such as the InterNASHional Night Market and the Fourth Annual Dash at the Castle 5K Night Run. The festival runs throughout the World Cup period and concludes two days before the FIFA World Cup final on July 19. Additional details regarding programming, parking, and future events will be announced in the coming weeks.