Seattle Fan Festival Locations for World Cup 2026

Seattle will be one of the host cities for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ — with multiple fan festival and celebration zones where supporters can watch matches, enjoy food and entertainment, and soak up the tournament atmosphere even if they don’t have tickets to games at Lumen Field.

🎉 1) Seattle Center – Official Seattle Fan Celebration

📍 Located in the heart of Seattle near the Space Needle, Seattle Center is set to be the primary fan festival hub during the World Cup.

What to expect:

• Large screens broadcasting live matches

• Entertainment, music stages, and cultural programming

• Local food vendors and beverages

• Family-friendly zones and activities

• Space for up to hundreds of thousands of fans in downtown Seattle

This space will be the main destination for fans visiting Seattle for World Cup 2026 — especially on match days involving the U.S. team or other major games.

📺 2) Pier 62/63 at Seattle Waterfront – Fan Fest & Viewing Park

📍 The waterfront area along Elliott Bay is another planned festival location where fans can gather for live match screenings and festivities.

Highlights:

• Large open-air screens with match viewings

• Food trucks and local vendors

• Stands for merchandise and community programming

• Beautiful views of the water while you cheer

This location combines classic Seattle scenery with World Cup atmosphere — perfect for lighter fan celebrations outside of downtown.

📍 3) Neighborhood Pop-Up Fan Zones (Seasonal & Weekends)

In addition to the major locations, expect temporary pop-up fan zones in downtown and other neighborhoods as announced closer to the tournament. These could include:

• Outdoor plazas with big screens

• Bars and live-music fan spots

• Local community fan markets and watch parties

Seattle is coordinating community access with the organizing committee, so additional official and licensed fan views may be arranged throughout the city.

📢 Fan Zoning Outside Seattle

Washington State is planning a network of nine official fan zones — not just in Seattle but in:
✔ Tacoma
✔ Everett
✔ Spokane
✔ Bellingham
✔ Bremerton
✔ Yakima
✔ Tri Cities (Pasco/Kennewick/Richland)
✔ Olympia/Lacey/Thurston County

These zones will host open-air viewing events, cultural celebrations, and community match parties throughout the tournament.

⚽ Matches at Lumen Field

Seattle will host six World Cup matches at Lumen Field, offering plenty of chances to be in town for big games and fan festival excitement.

🗓 When Festivals Will Be Active

Fan festival activity across Seattle (especially Seattle Center and the waterfront) is expected to be most intense on match days and evenings, generally from:
📅 June 11–July 19, 2026
Especially during group matches and knockout rounds in Seattle.

📍 Tips for Visiting Seattle Fan Festivals

✔ Arrive early on match days — fan festivals draw crowds fast.
✔ Explore multiple zones — downtown and waterfront offer different vibes.
✔ Check local schedules closer to 2026 — specific screening locations & times will be announced.
✔ Use public transit — Seattle Center and the waterfront are easily accessible via light rail, buses, and rideshare.