SAN JOSE, Calif. – The San Jose Earthquakes announced the launch of their 2023 MLS Playoff push campaign, “There’s an Earthquake Coming,” to capture the pressure, anticipation, and energy building up to the last three matches of the season. The Quakes prepare to face a brand-new playoff format and announce the club’s current qualifying situation, viewing parties for away matches and activations taking place around the community.
A New Playoff Format
This year features the debut of a new format for the Audi 2023 MLS Cup Playoffs. The top seven teams of each conference automatically qualify for the first round, while eighth and ninth place play in a Wild Card match for the final playoff spot.
The first round consists of a best-of-three series with the first team to win two matches advancing, with the first seed facing the eighth seed, and so on. The following rounds will be single elimination.
Where We Stand
The Earthquakes remain in contention for their first playoff appearance since 2020, sitting in eighth place with three games remaining. As it stands, the Quakes qualify a Wild Card spot and would need to win a play-in match to enter the postseason.
Decision Day
Decision Day marks the final match of the regular season, and the culmination of all the work done in the pursuit of playoffs. San Jose will host Austin FC at PayPal Park on Saturday, Oct. 21, presented by CEFCU. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. PT. Tickets for the match are now on sale and can be purchased on Ticketmaster.com. Tickets for groups of 10 or more can be purchased by calling the Earthquakes Front Office at (408) 556-7700 or by filling out an online form here.
Quakes Watch Parties
The Quakes will host viewing parties for fans to support their club in the final two road matches of the season. The first will take place on Saturday, Sept. 30, at The Plex in San Jose, presented by Trumer Pills. Fans will enjoy prizes, ticket giveaways, and an appearance from Q the mascot as San Jose face Minnesota United FC at 5:30 p.m. PT.
The final watch party will take place at two San Jose locations on Saturday, Oct. 7, first at JACK’S, presented by Trumer Pills, and at Hapa’s Brewing Company. San Jose face FC Dallas at 5:30 p.m. PT. There will be prizes and ticket giveaways at both watch parties. Q the mascot will be present at Hapa’s. To RSVP to any of the watch parties, click here.
Our Activations
Building up to Decision Day, the Earthquakes will hosting numerous activations around the community with giveaways, Q the mascot appearances, and more. Information on the events is included below:
Saturday 9/30:
Event: BBQ in the Glenn (Hosted by Willow Glen Neighborhood Association)
Location: 1245 Lincoln Ave, San Jose, CA 95125
Event Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Description: Q appearance.
Event: Quakes Watch Party
Location: The Plex
Event Time: 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Description: Marketing booth with giveaways + Q appearance. Quakes away match showing.
Sunday 10/1:
Event: Copita
Location: Bechet Field, Redwood City
Event Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Description: Marketing booth with giveaways + Q appearance.
Thursday 10/5:
Event: Quake it up in Downtown San Jose
Location: Downtown San Jose/San Pedro
Event Time: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Description: Marketing reps go around the area to hang up Decision Day game posters and recruit new businesses to our Team 408 program.
Friday 10/6:
Event: Quake it up in Willow Glen
Location: Willow Glen, San Jose
Event Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Description: Marketing reps go around the area to hang up Decision Day game posters and recruit new businesses to our Team 408 program.
Saturday 10/7:
Event: SJ Veggie Fest
Location: Plaza de Cesar Chavez, San Jose
Event Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Description: Marketing booth with giveaways + Interactive soccer station. Q appearance.
Saturday 10/7:
Event: Quakes Watch Party
Location: Hapa’s Brewing Company
Event Time: 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Description: Marketing booth with giveaways + Q appearance. Mural unveiled prior to watch party. Quakes away match showing. Players/Alumni meet and greet.
Event: Quakes Watch Party
Location: Jack’s Restaurant and Bar (Japantown)
Event Time: 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Description: Marketing booth with giveaways. Quakes away match showing.
Sunday 10/8:
Event: Step up for Down Syndrome Walk
Location: Oak Hill Park, Danville
Event Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Description: Q appearance.
Event: Albion SC Tournament
Location: Burrell Field, San Leandro
Event Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Description: Marketing booth with giveaways + Interactive soccer station.
Tuesday 10/10:
Event: Quake it up in Campbell
Location: Campbell, San Jose
Event Time: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Description: Marketing reps go around the area to hang up Decision Day game posters and recruit new businesses to our Team 408 program.
Wednesday 10/11:
Event: Quake it up in Santa Clara
Location: Santa Clara
Event Time: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Description: Marketing reps go around the area to hang up Decision Day game posters and recruit new businesses to our Team 408 program.
Thursday 10/12:
Event: Quake it up in Palo Alto
Location: Palo Alto
Event Time: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Description: Marketing reps go around the area to hang up Decision Day game posters and recruit new businesses to our Team 408 program.
Friday 10/13:
Event: Quake it up in San Francisco
Location: San Francisco (Mission District)
Event Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Description: Marketing reps go around the area to hang up Decision Day game posters and recruit new businesses to our Team 408 program.
Saturday 10/14:
Event: Autumn Harvest Festival
Location: Almaden Community Center
Event Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Description: Q appearance.
Sunday 10/15:
Event: Quake it up in Hayward
Location: Downtown Hayward
Event Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Description: Marketing reps go around the area to hang up Decision Day game posters and recruit new businesses to our Team 408 program.
