Everton are bringing the excitement of the Premier League’s opening weekend to the USA this month as part of the Premier League’s Coast to Coast initiative.
On August 22, the Blues will host an official watch party at Pitch 25 in downtown Houston, Texas, centred around Everton’s first fixture of the 2026/27 season against Crystal Palace at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
The event – in the city where The Friedkin Group are based – which will see doors open from 8am CDT ahead of the 9am CDT kick-off, will give Evertonians from across North America the opportunity to come together and experience the opening-day atmosphere as David Moyes’ side begins the new campaign on home soil.
Alongside live coverage of the game, supporters can look forward to a Q&A with a former Everton player, a range of interactive football activations, giveaways, and spot prizes. Everton’s presence in Houston forms part of the Premier League’s Coast to Coast initiative, which will see clubs create special fan experiences across the United States to mark the start of the new season.
Andrew Middleton, Everton’s president of business operations, said: “The opening day of a new Premier League season is always a special occasion, and we are delighted to be bringing Evertonians together in Houston to share that experience.
“We know how passionate and committed our supporters in Texas are as well as across North America, and this event gives us an opportunity to strengthen those connections, celebrate our global fanbase and create a memorable matchday experience thousands of miles from Hill Dickinson Stadium.
“Pitch 25 will be a fantastic setting for supporters to watch the game together, enjoy the activities taking place throughout the event and hopefully celebrate a positive start to the season.”
Everton are hosting an official watch party in Houston on August 22
Everton are hosting an official watch party in Houston on August 22
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Tony Sampson, Chair of North American Toffees, said: “We’re delighted that the club will be hosting a watch party in Houston for our season opener. The first game of a new season always brings a real sense of excitement and, no matter how many miles separate us from Hill Dickinson Stadium, watching Everton together reminds us that we are all part of the same Blue family.
“There is an established and active network of Blues right across North America, and we would encourage as many supporters as possible to make the trip to Houston. This will give us another opportunity to show our support for the team, connect with fellow Evertonians and hopefully celebrate a winning start to the season.”
Further details about the event, including timings and entry information, will be shared with registered supporters in due course. Supporters can register their interest in attending Everton’s Premier League Coast to Coast watch party at Pitch 25, with all ages welcome, using the link below.