(Seattle, WA) The State of Washington is preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in style and on Tuesday The Seattle FIFA World Cup 26™ Local Organizing Committee (SeattleFWC26) announced they will be partnering with nine locations around the state who will host FIFA fan zones. The festivities will be at these locations:
Fan zone locations include:
● Bellingham – Whatcom County
● Bremerton – Kitsap County
● Everett – Snohomish County
● Olympia/Lacey – Thurston County
● Pasco/Richland/Kennewick (Tri-Cities) – Benton & Franklin Counties
● Spokane – Spokane County
● Tacoma – Pierce County
● Vancouver – Clark County
● Yakima – Yakima County
The Local Organizing Committee is working with FOX 13 Seattle, a broadcast partner of FIFA World Cup 26™, to support fan zones across the state. Programming for fan zones during the Seattle FIFA World Cup matches may feature live entertainment, interactive fan activations, and food & beverage.
This opportunity allows soccer fans in Washington state to be a short distance from celebrating the largest tournament the world has ever seen. The North American World Cup 2026 will feature a record high 48 countries across Canada, the United States and Mexico.
Fans will be able to enjoy watch parties and cheer on some of the finest soccer talent the world has to offer. This is on top of the main World Cup interactive hub in Seattle Center.
Seattle will host the 2nd Team USA group stage match on June 19th, 2026, including three other group stage tilts, and two knockout round matches.
With soccer being put on full display in 2026, the state of Washington is setting the stage to welcome the world to the Emerald City.
Peter Tomozawa, CEO, SeattleFWC26 said, “The World Cup brings the entire world together around their love of soccer and their country. We’re excited to work with these nine communities to bring the thrill of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ experience to all corners of Washington state.”
Representatives from the following cities and counties were on hand to announce their local participation:
Joint Statement from Kitsap County Commissioner Katie Walters, Bremerton Mayor Greg Wheeler, and Port Orchard Mayor Rob Putaansuu, Bellingham Mayor Kim Lund, Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin, Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers, Lacey Mayor Andy Ryder, Thurston County Board of Commissioners Chair Tye Menser, Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown, Tacoma Mayor Victoria Woodards, Pierce County Executive Ryan Mello, Vancouver Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle, Yakima Mayor Patricia Byers and Yakima County Commissioner Amanda McKinney.
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About Seattle FIFA World Cup 26™ (SeattleFWC26)
SeattleFWC26 is the local organizing committee for Seattle’s participation as one of the 16 host cities selected for the FIFA World Cup 26™. As a not-for-profit organization, SeattleFWC26’s vision is to foster a lasting legacy for our region, guided by the spirit of soccer, innovation, and inclusion. To keep updated on the latest news and involvement opportunities with SeattleFWC26, please sign up at http://www.seattlefwc26.org/get-involved.
About FIFA World Cup 26™
FIFA World Cup 26™ will be the largest international sporting event ever staged, with three Host Countries, 16 Host Cities, 48 teams, and 104 matches uniting an entire continent to showcase a momentous new tournament format. With more countries, cities, teams, and
games, FIFA World Cup 26™ will be the most inclusive tournament ever, engaging millions of fans across 16 unique stadiums and billions worldwide. The tournament will take place in June and July 2026. For the latest FIFA World Cup 26™ information, please visit the FIFA World Cup26™ website.
