Orlando Match Day: Pride Home Opener and Solar Bears Hockey Fights Cancer Night

Double the Action in the City Beautiful

Orlando sports fans are in for a thrilling Sunday today, March 15, 2026, as two of the city’s professional teams take to their home venues for high-stakes matchups. Whether you are a fan of world-class soccer or hard-hitting hockey, the downtown area will be buzzing with energy this afternoon. From the season kickoff for our reigning NWSL stars to a meaningful cause-driven game on the ice, here is your complete guide to today’s local sports action.

NWSL Home Opener: Orlando Pride vs. Seattle Reign FC

The wait is finally over for soccer enthusiasts. The Orlando Pride officially kick off their 2026 NWSL regular season today at Inter&Co Stadium. This season marks a historic expansion for the league, which now includes a 30-game schedule with the addition of new teams in Boston and Denver. However, today the focus is strictly on the Seattle Reign as they visit the City Beautiful for a 4:00 PM kickoff.

• Venue: Inter&Co Stadium, Downtown Orlando
• Time: 4:00 PM ET (Gates open at 3:00 PM)
• Broadcast: Victory+

Expect a festive atmosphere as the Pride look to start their campaign on a high note. Fans are encouraged to arrive early for the home opener celebrations. With a roster featuring world-class talent and a long season ahead, today’s match against Seattle serves as a vital first test in their quest for the playoffs.

ECHL Hockey: Orlando Solar Bears vs. Greenville Swamp Rabbits

Just a short walk away at the Kia Center, the Orlando Solar Bears are hosting a special "Hockey Fights Cancer" event. Today's match against the Greenville Swamp Rabbits is more than just a battle for points in the ECHL standings; it is a community-driven afternoon presented by Frank Gay Services, featuring the "Sk8 to Elimin8 Cancer" ice show. As part of the "Sunday Funday" series, the puck drops early, making it a perfect outing for families.

• Venue: Kia Center, Downtown Orlando
• Time: 3:00 PM ET
• Theme: Hockey Fights Cancer / Sunday Funday

The Solar Bears are looking to snap a recent slide and capitalize on the home-ice advantage against their divisional rivals from South Carolina. Fans can expect a high-energy performance on the ice and plenty of philanthropic activities throughout the arena to support cancer research and awareness.

Plan Your Match Day

With both Inter&Co Stadium and the Kia Center hosting games at nearly the same time, traffic in the downtown corridor is expected to be heavy. Fans are encouraged to use the SunRail or local ride-share services to ensure they don’t miss a minute of the action. Whether you’re wearing the purple of the Pride or the teal and orange of the Solar Bears, today is a banner day for Orlando sports.