Three Fan Zones launch at St Mary's for Premier League opener
Premier League football returns to St Mary's this Saturday (24th Aug, 3pm KO) and to mark the occasion, we are delighted to open three enhanced Fan Zones for supporters to enjoy pre and post game.
There is entertainment for everyone as we build up to kick-off against Nottingham Forest in our Fan Zones, as well as after the match too.
After significant improvements to St Mary's and footprint, supporters can now enjoy a wide array of entertainment across the three new Fan Zones.
From 12pm onwards supporters are encouraged to come to St Mary's early and experience the Family Zone (Chapel), Northam Fan Zone and Kingsland Fan Zone.
With enhanced food and drink options in the Fan Zones, as well as fantastic discounts for Season Ticket holders for food and drink, St Mary's is the best place to be pre and post game. Season Ticket holders will find their voucher on the Saints Official App from Friday.
Guinness and Sapporo have been added to our drinks selection, alongside 'The Halo Burger', premium hot-dogs, and much more on offer to enjoy.
Northam Fan Zone
Open: 12pm | Closes: 9pm
Saturday will see the official opening of the new home-only-end in the Northam Stand. As well as safe-standing, we are delighted to open the Northam Fan Zone too.
Season Ticket holders can enjoy a 10% discount in the Northam Fan Zone until 2pm. Ensure you come along early to capitalise on that offer and enjoy the following entertainment schedule:
12pm: DJ set from Ed Martin.
12.30pm: Manchester United vs Brighton on our giant external screens.
12.50pm: Exclusive interview with Matt Le Tissier.
1.10pm: Saints Brass vs Artful Dodger.
1.55pm: The Moonrunners.
Artful Dodger is widely regarded as one of the most successful and influential UK Garage acts to have emerged from the scene. Local Sotonian, MC Alistair from Artful Dodger, lines up alongside Saints Brass and guest vocalist Shannon B for a high octane set featuring big hits from UK Garage classics to Dance anthems.
Beat the queues at half-time by heading out to the Northam Fan Zone to grab a half time refreshment.
Post game, head back into the fan zone for more entertainment and discounted drinks for Season Ticket holders (discount ends 6pm):
5pm: Live music fromThe Moonrunners.
5.30pm: Arsenal vs Aston Villa on our giant external screens.
6pm: Live music from Calum Lintott.
7pm: Live music from The Moonrunners.
8.30pm: Last orders.
9pm: Close.
Family Zone
Open: 12pm | Closes: After half-time
Now situated outside the Chapel Stand, the Family Zone offers fun for all the family in the lead up to kick-off.
12pm: Family Zone opens with football games, challenges, and facepainters. Live music from Calum Lintott too.
1.15pm: Arrival of
Sammy and Mary Saint.
1.30pm: Quizzes, prizes, and giveaways from Kenzie Benali.
2pm: Charlie Collis fundraiser bike ride welcome.
2.15pm: Live music from Calum Lintott.
Before supporters head to their seats, they will have the opportunity to welcome Charlie Collis, 8-years-old, on his fundraising bike ride for the Saints Foundation. Charlie will be cycling 220 miles from Charlestown to the game in memory of his grandad. Ensure you are ready to cheer Charlie over the line at 2pm.
For the first time, supporters can head back out to the Family Zone at half-time for the new range of food and drink.
Kingsland Fan Zone
Open: 12.30pm | Closes: 7.30pm
Finally, supporters can enjoy live football, food, and drink in the Kingsland Fan Zone. Season Ticket holders can redeem their 10% off up until 2pm pre-game and until 6pm after full-time.
Pre-game:
12.30pm: Manchester United vs Brighton.
2pm: Saints Brass.
Like the other Fan Zones, you will be able to head out at half-time to beat the concourse queues.
Post-game:
5.30pm: Arsenal vs Aston Villa.
7pm: Last orders.
7.30pm: Head over to the Northam Fan Zone, which is open until 9pm.
In the Bowl
We encourage supporters to enjoy the Fan Zones and head to their seat at 2.45pm to give Russell Martin's side a heroes welcome back to the Premier League.
Season Ticket holders will receive 10% off food and drink in the concourse up until 2pm.
Remember for the smoothest entry on the day, download your match tickets to the Saints Tickets app prior to arrival. More information on how to do this can be found here.
With so much to enjoy, make sure you arrive early to make the most of the pre-match entertainment.
We encourage all supporters to be in their seat at 2.45pm to give the team a heroes welcome.
Timings and guests are subject to change.
