Get ready to experience the excitement of the 2026 FIFA World Cup firsthand! Across Canada, Mexico, and the United States, host cities are preparing to welcome football fans with official 2026 FIFA World Cup Fan Zones Festivals and vibrant public viewing areas.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will introduce a significant change to the tournament format, expanding to 48 teams, which will be divided into 12 groups of four. A notable aspect of this new structure is that eight of the 12 third-placed teams will advance to the knockout stage. The 2026 World Cup Schedule will take place from June 11 and the final will be played on Sunday July 19, 2026, in New York, New Jersey.
To accommodate the millions of fans expected to descend upon North America, host cities are planning extensive Fan Fests and dedicated fan zones, which will extend the World Cup experience beyond the stadiums.
Philadelphia’s Lemon Hill Park, for example, anticipates drawing 25,000 people to its Fan Fest. In the New York/New Jersey region, Liberty State Park in Jersey City will host a 40-day FIFA Fan Fest, serving as one of the few dedicated public viewing spaces and offering accessibility via light rail.
The Seattle FIFA World Cup Local Organising Committee has announced the creation of fan zones in nine cities across Washington state, including Bellingham, Bremerton, Everett, Olympia/Lacey, Spokane, Tacoma, Tri-Cities, Vancouver, and Yakima.
Seattle Centre is designated as the primary hub for fan activities in the Seattle area. These fan zones are designed to offer a vibrant atmosphere, featuring live entertainment, interactive fan activations, and a variety of food and beverage options.
2026 FIFA World Cup Fan Zones and Public Viewing Areas
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be co-hosted by 16 cities of 16 Stadiums across Canada, Mexico, and the United States. FIFA Fan Festivals (officially organised public viewing events) are a key part of the fan experience, offering live match broadcasts, cultural performances, food, and other entertainment. Host cities are responsible for operating these fan zones.
This table lists confirmed or highly anticipated FIFA Fan Festivals and major public viewing areas for the 2026 FIFA World Cup team matches. Please note that details are still being finalised by host cities and may be subject to change. “FIFA Fan Festival” refers to events officially sanctioned by FIFA, while “Public Viewing Area” may pertain to large-scale watch parties organised by the city or local entities.
While the complete list of Fan Festival and Public Viewing Area locations is still being finalised and will be announced by the individual host cities, here is a comprehensive list of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Fan Zones available as of June 2025:
2026 FIFA World Cup Fan Zones and Public Viewing Areas
| Host City | Country | Confirmed/Anticipated Fan Zone/Public Viewing Area Location(s) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | USA | To be announced | Expected to have a major Fan Festival. Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium is designed for a fan-first experience. |
| Boston | USA | To be announced | Expected to have a major Fan Festival. |
| Dallas | USA | To be announced | Expected to have a major Fan Festival. |
| Guadalajara | Mexico | Plaza de la Liberación | Confirmed FIFA Fan Festival location. |
| Houston | USA | EaDo (East Downtown district) | Confirmed FIFA Fan Festival location. Will feature “Football Fiesta Houston” honoring Hispanic culture. |
| Kansas City | USA | To be announced | Expected to have a major Fan Festival. |
| Los Angeles | USA | To be announced | Expected to have a major Fan Festival. |
| Mexico City | Mexico | Zócalo (Plaza de la Constitución) | Confirmed FIFA Fan Festival location. |
| Miami | USA | To be announced | Expected to have a major Fan Festival. |
| Monterrey | Mexico | Fundidora Park | Confirmed FIFA Fan Festival location. |
| New York/New Jersey | USA | To be announced | Expected to have a major Fan Festival, as the host of the final. |
| Philadelphia | USA | To be announced | Expected to have a major Fan Festival. |
| San Francisco Bay Area | USA | To be announced | Expected to have a major Fan Festival. |
| Seattle | USA | Seattle Centre (primary hub), with fan zones in Bellingham, Bremerton, Everett, Olympia/Lacey, Spokane, Tacoma, Tri-Cities, Vancouver, and Yakima (all within Washington State) | Seattle Centre (primary hub), with fan zones in: Bellingham, Bremerton, Everett, Olympia/Lacey, Spokane, Tacoma, Tri-Cities, Vancouver, and Yakima (all within Washington State) |
| Toronto | Canada | Fort York National Historic Site and The Bentway | Confirmed official FIFA Fan Festival locations. |
| Vancouver | Canada | Hastings Park | Confirmed FIFA Fan Festival location. |
