Birmingham Legion FC Soccer Team Hosting Block Party Thursday

BIRMINGHAM, AL - The Birmingham Legion Football Club will celebrate its addition to the Magic City sports scene with an open-to-the-public summer block party, scheduled for Thursday, June 21, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.

The family-friendly event will be held at Legion FC’s new headquarters, located at 2213 1st Ave. S, and will feature food, fun and games.

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“Birmingham has been amazing in welcoming Legion FC as its professional soccer team,” said Jay Heaps, Legion FC president and general manager. “This event is meant to not only thank the community for the ongoing support, but to provide the opportunity for us to celebrate with our fans and partners.”

The event will feature face painting, a gaming truck, an inflatable soccer game and food available for purchase from both Devil Dawgs Concessions and Repicci’s Italian Ice and Gelato. Good People Brewing Company will also provide beverages while supplies last.

Attendees will enjoy an exclusive, event-only 10 percent discount on new merchandise and apparel at the Official Legion FC Store. Additionally, fans who place season ticket deposits onsite will be entered for a special raffle.

There is no cost for event entry, and kids ages 12 and under eat free of charge. Attendees are encouraged to park along 22nd St. for easy block party access.

The team will begin play in 2019, and will play home games at UAB's BBVA Compass Field.

Photo via Birmingham Legion FC

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