Black Excellence Night
Portland Timbers vs Columbus Crew
This game has been played
Providence Park, Portland
About this theme night
Season opener with cultural celebration and limited-edition scarf by Pedro Ponce.
Presented by Bank of America.
Source: the team’s published schedule · checked Nov 5, 2026
This game
- Opponent
- Columbus Crew
Fan guide
What to expect at a theme night
Theme nights are games built around a community, a culture, a hobby or a pop-culture property. The baseline experience is the game itself with themed music, video board content and often in-game entertainment. The themed item, when there is one, is almost always tied to a theme ticket package rather than handed out at the gates, so a regular ticket gets you into the game but not the item.
If you want the themed shirt, hat or jersey, buy the theme ticket package from the team. Theme packages are capped and sell out ahead of popular nights. Some theme nights include pregame events on the plaza or postgame activities on the field.
Providence Park, quick facts
- Gates
- Gates open 90 minutes before kickoff.
- Bag policy
- Max bag 14" x 14" x 6".
- Parking
- See the official parking page. Official parking
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Do I need a special ticket for Black Excellence Night?
The Portland Timbers listing names no special ticket, so any game ticket should count. It is handed out while supplies last.
Who presents Black Excellence Night?
Bank of America.
Do I get the theme item with any ticket?
Usually not. Themed items are typically part of a theme ticket package.
Is a theme night different from a giveaway night?
Yes. A giveaway is handed out at the gates to everyone while supplies last. A theme night item is usually included only with a package.
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