Even without tickets, you can experience the 2026 World Cup atmosphere at official FIFA Fan Festivals + city-organized fan zones in each US host city. They're free, family-friendly, and have huge screens.
What's a fan zone?
- A central public space (park, plaza, square)
- Huge LED screens broadcasting every match
- Food trucks + alcohol vendors
- Live music + DJs between matches
- Merchandise booths
- Free entry (some require ticket for big matches)
Confirmed fan zones by US host city
Atlanta — Centennial Olympic Park
Same park used for 1996 Olympics. Walking distance from Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Boston — Boston Common
The country's oldest public park. Free big-screen viewing of every match.
Dallas — Klyde Warren Park
Park built over a freeway. Modern, walkable, downtown Dallas location.
Houston — Discovery Green
12-acre park downtown. Massive capacity, full WC programming.
Kansas City — Power & Light District
Outdoor entertainment district downtown. WC takeover for all 6 KC matches.
Los Angeles — Grand Park + Hollywood Bowl plaza
Massive screens at Grand Park (downtown LA). Some matches also at the Hollywood Bowl plaza.
Miami — Bayfront Park
Waterfront park downtown. Beachy vibe, Cuban + Latin food trucks.
New York / NJ — Times Square + Pier 17
Times Square gets a WC takeover for big matches. Pier 17 (Seaport) for more relaxed viewing.
Philadelphia — Independence Mall
Historic core of the city. Big screen for every match, especially USMNT.
San Francisco Bay Area — Civic Center Plaza + Levi's Stadium plaza
Civic Center plaza in downtown SF. Plus on-site outdoor area at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara.
Seattle — Seattle Center
Home of the Space Needle. WC fan zone occupies the central plaza.
How to find a fan zone for your match
- Official FIFA Fan Festival — fifa.com/fanfestival lists all official sites
- City tourism boards — local sites have additional unofficial zones
- Sports bars — every major US city has dedicated soccer-bars for matches
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What is a World Cup fan zone?
A central public space with big screens broadcasting every match, food, drinks, music, and free entry. The alternative for fans without match tickets.
Where is the NYC fan zone?
Times Square gets a WC takeover for big matches. Pier 17 in the Seaport has additional FIFA Fan Festival space.
Is entry to fan zones free?
Mostly free, but some big matches require an RSVP / wristband. Check fifa.com/fanfestival.