Los Angeles is going all out for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with free watch parties, fan festivals, beachside celebrations, art exhibitions, and cultural events happening across the city all summer long.
Whether you want to catch the matches on giant outdoor screens, celebrate with fellow fans at official Fan Zones, or explore World Cup-inspired film and art programming, there are countless ways to join the excitement beyond the stadium. Here are some of the best FIFA World Cup events and fan experiences happening around L.A. this summer.
Free outdoor World Cup Final screening at the Autry Museum on July 19 — reserve tickets in advance. If you want a big, stadium-style atmosphere without spending a dime, head to the Autry Museum in Griffith Park for a free outdoor screening of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final on Sunday, July 19. The museum will turn its lawn into a giant open-air stadium with a 52-foot screen, local vendors, food trucks, and a cashless concessions experience. The event opens at 10:30 AM with kickoff at 12:00 PM; admission is free but tickets must be reserved in advance.
Join CicLAvia’s car-free 6.6-mile route and catch the World Cup Final at the Walk of Fame Hub — for free. For a World Cup day plan that doubles as a classic L.A. experience, CicLAvia: Meet the Hollywoods closes 6.6 miles of streets across East Hollywood, Hollywood and West Hollywood on Sunday, July 19 for a free open-streets celebration (9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.). The event includes four hubs with services, plus a World Cup Final watch party at the Walk of Fame Hub.
Today Spain face Belgium in L.A.’s final World Cup match — kick-off at 12:00 PM local time. If you want to see one last FIFA World Cup 2026 game in the city, Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood opens for the final time this World Cup as L.A. wraps up hosting eight matches. Today’s quarter-final pits Spain against Belgium with kick-off at 12:00 PM local time.
Angelenos can watch this summer’s FIFA World Cup matches on large LED screens at 19 participating parks and rec centers. “Kick it in the Park” is a series of more than 100 free outdoor watch parties planned at parks and rec centers all over Los Angeles.
Kick it in the Park features a rotating schedule of live match screenings across the city throughout the FIFA World Cup, from June 11 to July 19, 2026.
Experience five days of live World Cup action at the L.A. Coliseum! The FIFA Fan Festival at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum runs June 11–15, 2026, with live match broadcasts, music, cultural programming, interactive experiences, and food. General admission is listed at $10; children 12 and under may attend free. Final daily hours are TBA.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup lands in L.A. this summer, and fans can look forward to watching the action at ten fan zones around the city. Every week, fans will have an opportunity to join the festivities at numerous different hubs around the city. Check out all the Fan Zones below!
See soccer reimagined as cultural sculpture and stop-motion art. If you want to take a break from match-watching while still staying in the fútbol mindset, LACMA’s Fútbol Is Life by Lyndon J. Barrois, Sr. examines soccer’s global cultural and political influence through hand-built miniature sculpture and stop-motion animation, using everyday materials to create detailed ‘sportraits.’
This summer, U.S. Soccer is bringing the excitement of the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup straight to the California coast with the launch of U.S. Soccer House presented by Bank of America in Venice Beach. Running June 11 through June 26, the free fan experience will take over 57 Windward Avenue, transforming the beachside neighborhood into a massive celebration of soccer, culture, music, and community.
Celebrate FIFA and Pride at the NFMLA Monthly Film Festival
The NFMLA Monthly Film Festival on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at South Park Center in Downtown Los Angeles will showcase short films from FIFA participating countries including Canada, Mexico, Spain, the USA, and more. The program will also feature films centered on athleticism, competition, pressure, and belonging, alongside Pride-focused screenings celebrating the LGBTQ+ community. The daylong event will run from approximately 12pm to 10pm. Get more info here.
Watch World Cup matches next to the U.S.’s largest public pool at Hansen Dam. From July 2–5, 2026, an official FIFA World Cup Fan Zone will take over Hansen Dam Lake with giant LED screens, live music, food trucks, a beer garden and family activities right next to the Hansen Dam Aquatic Center.
Benny Boy Brewing World Cup Watch Parties
From June 11 to July 19, Benny Boy Brewing will be showing all U.S. and Mexico matches across indoor and outdoor screens, along with select knockouts and finals. The watch parties will also feature delicious food trucks, ice-cold beer, fruity ciders, cider slushies, and micheladas. It’s free entry (21+ only), valet parking available and pet friendly. For the full schedule of matches: https://bennyboybrewing.com/worldcup26
Smorgasburg LA has just announced THE WORLD GRUB, a World Cup–inspired series turning Sundays at ROW DTLA into a global street-food festival. If you want to pair match-day energy with incredible food, Smorgasburg LA launches THE WORLD GRUB, a World Cup–inspired Sunday series at ROW DTLA featuring international street food, live match screenings, music, family activities, and themed bar offerings. The market runs Sundays from June 14 through July 19, with drop-in hours from 10:00 AM–4:00 PM.
Catch World Cup matches at the Getty Center’s scenic hilltop campus with gardens, sunset views, and free admission. For a more elevated (literally) FIFA World Cup 2026 viewing experience in Los Angeles, head to the Getty Center starting June 11, 2026, when it will host watch parties across its hilltop campus with large viewing screens, food and drink offerings, and sunset views. Admission to the Getty Center is free (timed-entry reservations required) and free parking after 5:00 PM runs through July 19, 2026.
Four days of live matches, big-name music, and festival fun at the LA Memorial Coliseum. If you’re looking for a can’t-miss fan zone experience during FIFA World Cup 2026 in LA, the FIFA Fan Festival™ Los Angeles runs June 11–14 at the LA Memorial Coliseum, featuring stadium-sized broadcast screens, global street food, and a music lineup alongside live World Cup match broadcasts.
Visit the Academy Museum for free this Sunday, June 14 — 10:00 AM–6:00 PM. As part of the city’s FIFA welcome, the Academy Museum is offering free admission on Sunday, June 14 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM—plus 35mm film screenings, a free fruit giveaway, inflatable human foosball, food vendors, and guided tours.
Catch the FIFA Gaming Couch pop-up to celebrate the launch of FIFA World Cup – Launch Edition
The FIFA Gaming Couch pop-up rolls into LA this Sunday, June 14 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. for a free, public event celebrating the launch of FIFA World Cup – Launch Edition. Get hands-on with the new game before almost anyone else, plus expect giveaways, food and drinks, and big-screen match viewing. Registration is free but required.
Catch live World Cup screenings and live music for just $10 at the FIFA Fan Festival. For a can’t-miss summer fan zone in L.A., head to the FIFA Fan Festival at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Exposition Park, running from Friday, June 12 through Sunday, June 14, 2026. Expect live World Cup match screenings plus a lineup of musical performances—and organizers recommend buying $10 tickets on Ticketmaster for the remaining festival days.
Plan to arrive 2–3 hours before kickoff and consider Metro or park-and-ride options to avoid heavy match-day congestion. If you’re catching a FIFA World Cup 2026 match at SoFi Stadium, this practical travel guide covers how to get there and navigate Los Angeles during the tournament, including parking, park-and-ride, and public transit tips. The tournament runs beginning June 11, 2026, and visitors should expect heavy traffic and crowded transit.
Watch World Cup matches at the iconic Farmers Market! If you’re looking for a central L.A. spot to eat, explore, and cheer on your team, the Fan Zone at The Original Farmers Market runs June 18–21, 2026 from 10:00–21:00 daily, offering screenings, activations and food in central L.A.
Catch daily live World Cup broadcasts and free fan activations on Pine Avenue in Downtown Long Beach. If you’re up for a beachside day trip during FIFA World Cup 2026, Downtown Long Beach has turned Pine Avenue into a free outdoor World Cup viewing destination with a 23-foot screen, fan activations, food and drink options, and LA Galaxy appearances running June 11–27, 2026.
Escape the World Cup crowds at these three California State Parks. When you need a breather between FIFA World Cup 2026 watch parties and fan zones, head to Topanga State Park, Santa Monica State Beach, or Los Angeles State Historic Park. All of these are great spots to recharge between FIFA World Cup 2026 activities.
Catch live FIFA matches, star meet-and-greets and Smorgasburg bites at Union Station — free entry with RSVP. One of the biggest stops to add to your FIFA World Cup 2026 plans in Los Angeles is Los Angeles Union Station’s official FIFA Fan Zone, running June 25–28, 2026. Expect free, family-friendly live match viewing, player meet-and-greets, live music and a Smorgasburg food truck lineup. Doors open daily at 10:30 AM, and digital RSVP is required for entry.
Experience rooftop soccer drills, customization workshops, and a curated New Balance shop — all for free. For a World Cup–season pop-up that mixes play and gear, New Balance opened its Football House on Melrose Avenue June 18–21, offering a free immersive soccer experience with rooftop speed drills, shootout and 1v1 challenges, customization workshops, a gaming lounge, and a curated shop.
California has produced more World Cup talent than any other U.S. state. A new study ranks California as the most influential U.S. state in USMNT World Cup history, producing 23 players, 72 match appearances and nine goals.
