Los Angeles will host 10 official fan zones for the 2026 World Cup, providing free and low-cost options for fans. The FIFA Fan Festival will take place at the Coliseum from June 11–14, offering live match broadcasts and community experiences.
Key points
Los Angeles will have 10 official fan zones for the World Cup
FIFA Fan Festival scheduled for June 11–14 at the Coliseum
Fan zones will feature live match broadcasts
Events aim to create a World Cup celebration atmosphere
Venues will be located throughout the L.A. region
DOHA, QATAR - NOVEMBER 19: A general view during the celebration party ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2022 Qatar Fan Festival at Al Bidda Park on November 19, 2022 in Doha, Qatar. (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images)
(Francois Nel / Getty Images)
The Los Angeles Organizing Committee for the 2026 World Cup announced on Monday the details of the 10 official fan zones that will be set up at locations throughout the L.A. region during the 39-day tournament.
These venues will complement the start of the tournament following the opening of the FIFA Fan Festival Los Angeles, scheduled for June 11–14 at the Coliseum, which will serve as a central gathering point for fans.
The goal is to transform the city into an extended celebration of the World Cup, providing live broadcasts of the matches and various experiences designed to bring the tournament atmosphere to communities throughout L.A.
Match broadcasts in the fan zones will be available via Fox and Telemundo, allowing attendees to follow the tournament live throughout the competition. Each venue will have different programming, so fans are encouraged to check the schedule in advance to be sure they catch their preferred games.
The organizing committee urged fans to plan their travel in advance, highlighting the Metro public transit system as the most convenient option for getting to both FanFest and the various Fan Zones located throughout the region.
Here is the watch party schedule:
The Original Farmers Market: June 18–21
Ticket prices: $5 per day/$17 multi-day pass; free admission for children 3 and under.
Q&A
What are the dates for the FIFA Fan Festival in Los Angeles?
The FIFA Fan Festival in Los Angeles is scheduled for June 11–14, 2026.
How many official fan zones will be set up in Los Angeles for the World Cup?
There will be 10 official fan zones set up throughout the Los Angeles region during the World Cup.
What will the fan zones in Los Angeles offer to visitors?
The fan zones will provide live broadcasts of the matches and various experiences to celebrate the World Cup atmosphere.
Where will the central gathering point for World Cup fans be located in L.A.?
The central gathering point for World Cup fans will be at the Coliseum during the FIFA Fan Festival.
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It will feature a full lineup of group stage matches, including the United States vs. Australia and Mexico vs. South Korea.
The event will include soccer zones for the whole family, beer gardens, and international cuisine from more than 40 restaurants and specialty market shops.
City of Downey: June 20
Free community event with optional VIP packages available for purchase.
There will be an opening ceremony, a massive viewing area, entertainment, soccer exhibitions, an arts and crafts fair, interactive booths, and food and beverage vendors.
A free multi-day event in the heart of downtown Los Angeles.
It will feature live broadcasts of key matches and international games, including the United States vs. Turkey.
It will include DJ performances, meet-and-greets with guests, interactive challenges, competitive activities, and immersive experiences.
Hansen Dam Lake: July 2–5
Ticketed outdoor event: $25 general admission, with VIP options available.
The event will feature round of 16 and quarterfinal matches in a festival-like atmosphere.
The event will feature a transformed lakeside area with DJs, international cuisine, beer gardens, an outdoor movie theater, muralists, games with prizes, and continuous entertainment.
Earvin Magic Johnson Park: July 4–5
Free community celebration.
Will include quarterfinal games.
It will feature activities, a community market, local resources, music, food trucks, drinks, and more.
Whittier Narrows Recreation Area: July 9–11
Free community celebration.
It will feature semifinal matches and other moments from the tournament.
It will include cultural activities, a community market and a variety of local dining options. After the matches, fans can tour the park and explore the San Gabriel Valley.
Venice Beach: July 10–11
Ticketed fan zone on the waterfront: general admission starting at $10, with VIP options available.
Will feature single-elimination matches at one of the city’s most iconic destinations.
There will be international food vendors, beverage areas, live music, DJs, cultural performances and additional family-friendly programming.
Fairplex: July 14–15 and 18–19
Ticketed event.
$10 for all four days through May 31; $20 after that date.
VIP options available.
Packages will include multiple matches, including the semifinals, third-place match, and final.
There will be interactive games, recreational activities, appearances by local mascots, educational exhibits on the “science of soccer” and a resident DJ.
San Pedro'sWest Harbor: July 14–15 and 18–19
Waterfront experience with ticket: $5 per ticket, with VIP options available.
Will feature the tournament semifinals and final.
Will offer soccer-inspired activities, interactive experiences, food, drinks, and live DJ music.
Downtown Burbank: July 18–19
Ticketed event starting at $25.
The event will feature the tournament’s final matches, including the World Cup final.
The event will include live entertainment, family-friendly games, VIP experiences, and an adjacent free international fair showcasing cuisine and cultural expressions from around the world.
