The Menace's 2011 promotional schedule offers some familiar fan favorites.

The season starts May 14 and features 11 home matches at Valley Stadium, including newly announced exhibitions against Des Moines International (June 4), the Winnipeg Lions (June 25) and a team of Menace Alumni on a July 16 "Throwback Night" celebrating past players and coaches of Iowa's Premier Soccer Team.

Back by popular demand are the Independence Day tradition of a free pre-game picnic and post-game fireworks (Friday, July 1 vs. Premier Development League newcomer WSA Winnipeg); a pair of nights encouraging fans to wear team colors and get in for just $5 (a May 21 "Black-Out" vs. St. Louis and painting the stadium red for the July 23 home finale vs. Kansas City; and a slate of promotional giveaways.

Dollar hot dogs are also back at every home game, sponsored by Ball Park; One fan (18 or older) at every regular-season home match will win two roundtrip tickets from Allegiant Air. And we'll be going t-shirt crazy, sending more than 1,000 airborne shirts into the stands this season.

Check out the 2011 promotional schedule and put these dates on your calendar and make plans to come cheer on the Menace in a fun, family-friendly environment!

If you're looking for exceptional value (and who isn't?), check out these ticket options: season tickets, flex packs, and the $5 Cleat Crew kids club that includes tickets and food for three select games.