Las Vegas Mayor’s Cup International Showcase Returns With 995 Teams Across Two February Weekends

Las Vegas Mayor’s Cup International Showcase returns for its 18th year with 995 boys and girls teams competing across Southern Nevada. The platinum-ranked youth soccer tournament is expected to generate more than $45 million in economic impact while attracting international teams and college scouts.
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LAS VEGAS — The Las Vegas Mayor’s Cup International Showcase returns for its 18th year this February, bringing 995 youth soccer teams to Southern Nevada in one of the largest international tournaments of its kind.

The 2026 event will feature 683 boys teams competing Feb. 14–16 and 312 girls teams competing Feb. 20–22. Admission for spectators is free.

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Co-hosted by the city of Las Vegas and the Downtown Las Vegas Soccer Club, the tournament is expected to draw thousands of players, families and fans from across the United States and abroad.

International and National Reach

Tournament organizers expect 67 international teams from Brazil, Canada, Costa Rica, Ecuador, England, France, Germany, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Russia, South Africa and Sweden. Teams from 29 U.S. states will also compete.

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Mayor Shelley Berkley said the event has been split over two weekends to accommodate demand.

“Players are anxious to be seen by recruiters while enjoying our wonderful weather, making new friends and experiencing great soccer competition,” Berkley said. “I am proud that Las Vegas hosts such a wonderful annual event.”

$45 Million Economic Impact

Roger Tabor, president of the Downtown Las Vegas Soccer Club, estimates the tournament will generate more than $45 million in local economic activity, including hotel stays, transportation rentals, tournament fees and dining.

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With 200-plus college coaches and scouts expected to attend, the showcase also serves as a major recruiting platform for high school-age players.

Teams are guaranteed four games, with individual medals awarded to first- and second-place finishers in each division. The Mayor’s Cup trophy will be presented to all first-place teams.

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Tournament Locations

The platinum-ranked tournament will be headquartered at:

  • Bettye Wilson Soccer Complex (7353 Eugene Ave.) – Tournament headquarters
  • All-American Park (1551 S. Buffalo Drive)
  • Cragin Park (984 Hinson St.)
  • Ed Fountain Park (1400 N. Decatur Blvd.)
  • Kellogg Zaher Sports Complex (7901 W. Washington Ave.)
  • Teton Trails Park (7850 N. Bradley Road)
  • James Regional Soccer Complex (8400 W. Robindale Road)
  • Heritage Soccer Park (350 Racetrack Road, Henderson)
  • Aventura Park (2525 Via Firenze, Henderson)
  • Craig Ranch Regional Park (628 W. Craig Road, North Las Vegas)

Competition Schedule

Boys Division (Ages 10–19)

  • Saturday, Feb. 14: 8 a.m.–9:30 p.m.
  • Sunday, Feb. 15: 8 a.m.–9:30 p.m.
  • Monday, Feb. 16: Championship games, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Girls Division (Ages 10–19)

  • Friday, Feb. 20: 8 a.m.–9:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, Feb. 21: 8 a.m.–9:30 p.m.
  • Sunday, Feb. 22: Semi-finals and championships, 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

Spectators are encouraged to bring their own seating and carpool, as parking lots are expected to fill quickly.

Schedules, scores and tournament updates are available at lvmayorscup.com. Matches for U15 divisions and older will be livestreamed via BallerTV.

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