Applications to Host 2026 Canada Soccer Grassroots Soccer Fests Now Open
Soccer Fests Applications Now Open
Canada Soccer is pleased to announce that hosting applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Canada Soccer Grassroots Soccer Fests program. It will mark the 30th season of the country’s largest and longest running grassroots soccer program. Clubs looking to host a Canada Soccer Grassroots Soccer Fest in 2026 can now apply online starting today.
As Canada’s largest national grassroots soccer program, community soccer club administrators, coaches and volunteers are encouraged to apply online today to host a fun-filled event in your community. With the festival schedule expected to fill-up quickly, prospective hosts are encouraged to submit their applications early to secure their desired festival date.
APPLY: 2026 Canada Soccer Grassroots Soccer Fests Online Registration
Canada Soccer Grassroots Soccer Fests have supported community soccer activity for three decades and reached over five million Canadians through the delivery of financial grants and promotional and technical resources to clubs from coast to coast to coast. Since its’ inception, the program has distributed over one-and-a-half million dollars directly to community clubs across the country.
“Canada Soccer Grassroots Soccer Fests is a great way for communities to come together for a fun day full of soccer. With this year’s FIFA World Cup 26™, the excitement around soccer is at an all time high and events like the Canada Soccer Grassroots Soccer Fests provide an opportunity to celebrate players, coaches, volunteers and organizers for their dedication to soccer,” said Dave Nutt, Canada Soccer’s Director of Development. “Participation in sports helps keep children active while also teaching them valuable skills that they can carry throughout their life. We’d like to thank all our partners for supporting the incredible program.”
In addition to the financial and programming support provided to all festival hosts, the program’s corporate partners enhance the festival events through the provision of giveaways, and the implementation of unique technical programming at select festivals. Be sure to visit canadasoccer.com for regular updates.
For more information on the Canada Soccer Grassroots Soccer Fests program and to learn how you can grow the game in your community visit https://www.canadasoccer.com/events/active-start-soccer-fests/fest-info/. Also, be sure to check out the Canada Soccer Pathway page for comprehensive grassroots resources, including detailed toolkits across all ages of development.
About Canada Soccer Grassroots Soccer Fests
Canada Soccer Grassroots Soccer Fests is a grant-based program designed to provide resources to host a soccer celebration in communities across the country. Community soccer clubs in Canada are encouraged to apply to host a festival via the online application process. In addition, participating clubs will receive a festival hosting package which includes individual participation certificates and a wide array of promotional giveaways from the program’s national partners.
In support of ensuring all soccer environments across Canada are safe, fun, developmentally appropriate, accessible, inclusive, and welcoming, continuing in 2026, all member clubs that operate a youth program will be required to hold, at minimum, the Quality Soccer Provider recognition as a part of the Canada Soccer Club Licensing program. To initiate an application for recognition, clubs should contact their Provincial/Territorial Member Association.
For more information about Canada Soccer Grassroots Soccer Fests program and to learn how bring a festival to your club and community, visit CanadaSoccer.com. Also, be sure to check out the Canada Soccer Pathway page for comprehensive grassroots resources, including detailed toolkits across all ages of development.