The new season is just around the corner, and that means only one thing: our annual fan day is coming up. On Sunday, July 26, we’ll welcome all Club fans to Jan Breydel for a day packed with fun. From a lively fan village with entertainment for all ages, performances by DJ Ketnet, Gene Thomas, and DJ Vanathic, to the player introductions and autograph sessions with Club NXT, Club YLA, and the first team. All the ingredients are in place to make it another unforgettable Club Day.
Schedule
- 10:00 a.m.: Fan Day begins
- 10:30 – 11:00 a.m.: YLA Skill Games Workshop 1
- 11:00 – 11:30 a.m.: YLA Skill Games Workshop 2
- 11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.: DJ Ketnet
- 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.: Autograph session with Club NXT and Club YLA (artificial turf field)
- 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.: Autograph session with former players (Supporters Federation champagne bar)
- 1:00 – 1:40 p.m.: Gene Thomas
- 2:00 – 2:30 p.m.: First-team player introductions
- 2:30 – 5:00 p.m.: First Team autograph session (around Jan Breydel)
- 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.: DJ Vanathic
- 6:00 PM: End of Fan Day
Our Stadium Shop & tent and the Club Museum will be open continuously. Between 10:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., you can take the Jan Breydel Tour at your own pace and participate in the quiz; at 11:00 a.m., there will be a separate guided tour for people with disabilities and wheelchair users.
Fan and Kids Village
The fan day officially kicks off at 10:00 a.m. A fan village will once again be set up around the Jan Breydel Stadium, where fans of all ages can enjoy themselves all day long. Starting at 11:00 a.m., DJ Ketnet will kick things off with the first musical tunes, followed by Gene Thomas at 1:00 p.m., who will further get the crowd pumped up for the absolute highlight: the player presentation at 2:00 p.m. This event will be highlighted with support from DJ Vanathic, who will then spin another set until 5 p.m.
Our youngest fans won’t be left out either. In the East parking lot, you’ll once again find the Club Play villagepowered by LAGO, featuring plenty of activities and attractions for our youngest fans. There, you’ll find face painting and airbrush tattoos, a panna cage, a foosball table, soccer golf, a toddler obstacle course, a go-kart track, and a ball pit for the littlest ones. In addition, various bounce houses and inflatable obstacle courses will provide extra fun. LAGO, Kinepolis, and Lollywood will be there with their own activity booths, and in the Club Play tent, young fans and their parents can ask questions about Club Play membership. Behind De Klokke, you’ll find a photo booth for anyone who’d like to have their picture taken with our championship trophy.
If you’d like a snack or a drink in between activities, head to the various food and beverage stands at Verkindere or enjoy an ice cream from Da Vinci.
Giant Ball Pit
Looking for extra excitement, great prizes, and (extra) Loyalty points? Then literally dive into the giant ball pit. Anyone who finds one of the golden balls has a chance to win exclusive prizes.
Jan Breydel Tour & Club Museum
Between 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., you can take part in a unique guided tour of Jan Breydel. During the Jan Breydel Tour, discover all the stadium’s hidden spots at your own pace and test your knowledge along the way with a fun quiz. Our stadium guides will share extra stories, trivia, and information as you go. The tour starts at the East Stand. At 11:00 a.m., there’s also a separate guided tour for people with disabilities and wheelchair users.
In addition, the Club Museum will be open all day (10 a.m.–5 p.m.). It’s the perfect opportunity to reflect on the rich history of Blauw-Zwart.
FCBike and bike parking
Are you coming to Fan Day by bike? Great idea! On the east side of the stadium (next to the East parking lot entrance / near LAGO and Bowl Inn), there’s a large bike parking area where you can safely leave your bike. At the South Stand, the focus is on traffic safety. There, you can try out a real rollover simulator, with an emphasis on wearing your seatbelt and the dangers of distractions while driving.
Stadium Shop
The Stadium Shop (and the large tent next to it) are an absolute must for every Club fan. There, you can buy our new home jersey and , for the first time,check outand purchase the new away jersey. You’ll also find our latestCastore training and travel collection there.
Stadium Shop & Tent Hours:
- Saturday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Sunday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Autograph Sessions
A fan day without autographs? That’s unthinkable. This year, you’ll once again have the chance to meet your favorite players up close. From 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., you can stop by the tent on the practice field (artificial turf) next to the Jan Breydel Stadium to meet some of the Club NXT players and Club YLA players for an autograph or a photo.
From 2: 30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., it’s the turn of the first-team players. They’ll be stationed at various locations around the Jan Breydel Stadium, ready for autographs and selfies.
There will also be an autograph session (12:00 PM–1:00 PM) with severalformer players at the supporters’ federation’s champagne bar.
Partner Stands
As they do every year, our partners will be providing extra fun with plenty of activities and giveaways:
- Konvert: soccer darts—test your accuracy and go for the win;
- Snickers Workwear: pop-up shop with fun giveaways;
- AB InBev: crate stacking—work together and try to build as high as possible;
- Pepsi: Panna Cage—show off your skills and take on the challenge;
- AA Drink: Catch The Bottle—catch as many bottles as you can and win great prizes.
So be sure to mark Sunday, July 26, on your calendar. Whether you’re coming for the atmosphere, the players, the activities, or just to have fun together: our fan day is once again going to be a day you won’t want to miss!