On Saturday, May 9th, the "KASHIMA ANTLERS BUSINESS CLUB KIDS FESTIVAL 2026" will be held at Mercari Stadium, targeting kids (ages 4-5 and 5-6) and elementary school students in grades 1 and 2.
At this event, 5-a-side matches will be played on the Mercari Stadium pitch.
Children who want to try soccer for the first time, or those who want to enjoy soccer with their friends, are all welcome, including beginners.
Food and drink stalls will also be available at the venue, where you can enjoy stadium gourmet food!
In addition, all participants will receive an original event T-shirt as a gift!
Wear your matching original T-shirt and enjoy soccer to the fullest on the Mercari Stadium pitch!
We look forward to many applications!
This event will be held as part of our philosophy-based sponsorship activities (*) with companies affiliated with the ANTLERS BUSINESS CLUB.
(*) What are philosophy-based sponsorship activities?
The ANTLERS BUSINESS CLUB uses a portion of its membership fees as "philosophy-based sponsorship funds" to support activities aimed at contributing to the local community and society.
[Date and Time]
Saturday, May 9th
・Morning Session
8:15 AM - 8:45 AM: Reception
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM: Opening Ceremony
9:30 AM - 11:45 AM: Games
・Afternoon Session
12:45 PM - 1:15 PM: Reception
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM: Opening Ceremony
2:00 PM - 4:15 PM: Games
[Venue]
Mercari Stadium (26-2 Kohyama, Shinkoji, Kashima City, Ibaraki)
[Target Participants]
Kids (ages 4-5 and 5-6), Elementary school students in grades 1 and 2
*Games will be divided into two parts: Kids (ages 4-5 and 5-6) and Elementary school students in grades 1 and 2.
[Number of Participants]
Participation is in teams.
Please form a team with your friends and register with 5 to 10 members.
*If the maximum number of participants is reached, a lottery will be held.
[Participation Fee]
Free
[Participation Prize]
All participants will receive an "original T-shirt."
*T-shirts are planned to be available in 5 colors.
*We will prepare sizes for kids (ages 4-5 and 5-6) and elementary school students in grades 1 and 2.
*The color and size will be determined by the club in advance and handed over on the day of the event. Please note that exchanges are not possible.
[Event Details]
5-a-side match format
[Rules]
(1) Matches will be played with 5 players (no goalkeeper).
(2) Player substitutions are free.
(3) Each half will be 5 minutes long. (2-minute interval)
(4) There is no offside rule.
(5) Out of bounds ball:
・Kids (U-6)
The game restarts with a throw-in by the pitch manager. However, if the game can proceed smoothly, it will continue as is.
・Elementary school students in grades 1 and 2 (U-8)
The game restarts with a kick-in or dribble-in from where the ball went out. However, if the game can proceed smoothly, it will continue as is.
(6) Referees will be provided by the organizers.
(7) Match results will not be recorded or announced.
[Application Form]
*A J.League ID is required for entry. Registration is free.
[Application Deadline]
Until 11:59 PM on Sunday, April 12th
*If there are many applications, participants will be selected by a strict lottery.
*If there are many applications, the deadline will be moved up. Please apply as soon as possible.
[Notification of Participation Status]
Friday, April 17th, 6:00 PM *Scheduled
*Notification of participation status will be sent to the email address registered with your J.League ID.
[Parking]
Kashima Stadium F・C parking lot is available for 1,000 yen (tax included).
*Payment will be in cash on site on the day of the event.
[Notes]
・Regarding escorts, only up to 3 guardians with ID cards handed out at reception are allowed on the ground.
・In case of cancellation, the representative will be contacted via the email address registered with their J.League ID at the time of application.
・For injuries on the day, we will provide first aid, but after that, each family is responsible for their own care. Please be aware of this in advance.
・Photos or videos taken at this event may be published on the club's official website and club media. Please apply only if you consent to this.
・For personal information, please refer to our privacy policy.
https://www.antlers.co.jp/others/privacypolicy.html
ANTLERS BUSINESS CLUB
https://www.antlers.co.jp/pages/partner-business-club
[Contact Us]
Kashima Antlers Call Center
Contact Form
support@antlers.co.jp
*We are replying to inquiries in order, but it may take some time.