A New Community Hub in Fishtown

A new street soccer park is currently under construction in Fishtown, marking a significant upgrade to the neighborhood's Tiptop Playground. This project aims to transform the existing space into a dedicated hub for both soccer and community development.

The initiative is part of a larger effort to build street soccer parks in all 11 U.S. host cities ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Located at 1036 N. Front St., the new facility is a collaborative project between Visa and Bank of America.

Facility Features and Community Impact

The revamped Tiptop Playground will feature two regulation-sized soccer pitches. Beyond the playing fields, the site is designed to provide space for learning, workforce development, and various community events.

“Communities are built on accessible opportunities for connection, healthy activity, and growth,” said David Tyrie, Bank of America’s president of marketing. “These are more than just places to play; they are spaces where people of all ages can find common ground through the game of soccer, develop essential life skills and forge lasting bonds that strengthen our community fabric.”

Programming and Long-Term Goals

Sponsors have confirmed that the park is intended to be a permanent fixture rather than a temporary installation. Once the park officially opens in June, it will host a variety of activities, including organized leagues, free training clinics, and youth soccer programs.

Street Soccer USA, the organization overseeing the parks, will manage the facility and facilitate casual pickup soccer outside of scheduled programming. The primary goal is to increase accessibility to the sport, allowing residents to engage with soccer without the barriers of pay-to-play leagues.

Organizers also plan to integrate local small businesses into the park's ecosystem. While specific plans are still being finalized, the site is expected to serve as a stepping stone for youth by offering resume workshops and job-readiness training in partnership with local organizations.