USL Championship

Las Vegas Lights FC

Las Vegas Lights FC is Las Vegas's pro soccer club in the USL Championship. The club has played at Cashman Field since its 2018 debut and is known for neon branding and stunts like llama mascots. Its Oct. 17, 2026 home game is billed as the last pro sports game ever at Cashman. [1][2]

Last checked Oct. 8, 2026

LeagueUSL Championship [1]
First season2018 [1]
HomeCashman Field (final season in 2026) [1][2]
OwnershipInvestment group led by José Bautista [1]
Last Cashman gameSat., Oct. 17, 2026, 7:30 p.m. PT vs. Lexington SC [2][3]

When is the next Lights FC game?

  • Sat, Oct 10 · 7 p.m. PTLights FC at Phoenix Rising[3]Phoenix Rising Stadium, Phoenix · Lights FC
  • Sat, Oct 17 · 7:30 p.m. PTLexington SC at Lights FC — Farewell to Cashman Field[3][2]Cashman Field · Lights FC · Billed by the club as the last-ever professional sports game at Cashman Field.
  • Sat, Oct 24 · 7 p.m. PTLights FC at Monterey Bay[3]Cardinale Stadium, Seaside, Calif. · Lights FC

Why is Oct. 17, 2026 a historic night?

The club announced a "Farewell to Cashman Field" campaign. Its final 2026 home games end with what it calls the last-ever professional sports game at Cashman on October 17 [2]. The opponent is Lexington SC, with kickoff at 7:30 p.m. PT [3]. Cashman was home to Triple-A baseball from 1983 to 2018 [4].

The rest of October

  • Sat., Oct. 10, 7:00 p.m. PT: at Phoenix Rising [3]
  • Sat., Oct. 17, 7:30 p.m. PT: vs. Lexington SC at Cashman Field [3]
  • Sat., Oct. 24, 7:00 p.m. PT: at Monterey Bay [3]

Where do fans watch Lights FC games?

Verification in progress. We list a bar or watch party only after confirming it with the venue. Suggest a spot.

Lights FC history timeline

  1. SoccerAug. 11, 2017
    Las Vegas lands a USL team

    Las Vegas was formally announced as a USL expansion market for 2018; fans picked the "Lights" name in an online poll weeks later.[1]

    Lights FC · Cashman Field · permalink
  2. SoccerMarch 17, 2018
    Lights FC win their first match

    Las Vegas opened its USL era with a 3–2 win at Fresno.[1]

    Lights FC · permalink
  3. SoccerAug. 13, 2026
    Lights FC announce their farewell to Cashman Field

    The club confirmed that 2026 is its final season at Cashman, with the last regular-season home game set for October 17 against Lexington SC.[2][4][1]

    Lights FC · Cashman Field · permalink
  4. SoccerOct. 17, 2026 · Upcoming
    Upcoming: Lights FC's last game at Cashman Field

    Las Vegas Lights FC vs. Lexington SC is scheduled as the club's final regular-season match at Cashman Field.[2][3]

    Lights FC · Cashman Field · permalink

Frequently asked questions

Where do the Lights play?

At Cashman Field, 850 North Las Vegas Boulevard, through the 2026 season. The club calls Oct. 17, 2026 the last pro sports game at the stadium. [4][2]

Where will the Lights play in 2027?

We have not found an official announcement. We'll add it once the club confirms. Verification in progress.

Who owns the Lights?

An investment group led by former MLB slugger José Bautista. [1]

Was there pro soccer in Las Vegas before the Lights?

Yes. The Las Vegas Quicksilvers played in the North American Soccer League in 1977 after moving from San Diego. [1][5]

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Sources

  1. Las Vegas Lights FC — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
  2. Las Vegas Lights FC announces farewell to Cashman Field (Aug 13, 2026) — Las Vegas Lights FC. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
  3. Las Vegas Lights FC 2026 fixtures — ESPN. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
  4. Cashman Field — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
  5. Las Vegas Quicksilvers — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.