You’ll be able to watch World Cup knockout games with a lake breeze in your face and the country’s biggest public pool just a short walk away. This summer, Hansen Dam is turning into the rare place where a full-on soccer fan zone and a massive summer swim day collide in one spot — and it might be the most chaotic, fun way to watch a match anywhere in L.A.
A FIFA fan zone next to the biggest pool in the U.S.
Right next to the lake, Hansen Dam Aquatic Center is home to a 1.5-acre swimming lagoon that holds the title of largest public pool in the United States. It’s basically an inland beach day: sandy shoreline, water slides, lifeguards everywhere, and cheap tickets. Now imagine dropping a World Cup fan zone right next to that.
From July 2 to 5, one of FIFA’s official World Cup 26 Fan Zones will set up at Hansen Dam Lake, bringing giant screens, live music, food, and a beer garden to the park. It’s part of a citywide plan that spans 39 days and 10 fan zones.
What to do in the Hansen Dam Lake Fan Zone
So why head to the Valley? Here is what makes the Hansen Dam Lake Fan Zone an absolute must-visit.
- Stadium-Style viewing: 4 massive LED screens will broadcast the matches in both English & Spanish
- Non-Stop Entertainment: The venue will keep the energy alive with DJs, interactive soccer challenges, and performances by professional soccer freestylers.
- A Global Food Truck & Beer Garden Lineup: A curated selection of food trucks representing L.A.’s diverse culinary scene, alongside a fully stocked beer garden for fans 21+.
- Dedicated Kids’ Zone: Perfect for families, the event features specialized games, face painting, and soccer-inspired activities to keep future stars entertained all day long.
- Giveaways, prizes, and crowd activations throughout the day
This specific fan zone is timed to broadcast some of the most dramatic phases of the tournament, meaning you will experience round of 32 and quarter-final matches in a festival-style environment!
Hansen Dam Fan Zone schedule
- Thursday, July 2
- Gates Open: 10:00 AM – 11:30 pm*
- Games: 12:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 8:00 pm
- Friday, July 3
- Gates Open: 9:00 am – 10:00 pm*
- Games: 11:00 am, 3:00 pm, 6:30 pm
- Saturday, July 4
- Gates Open: 8:00 am – 6:30 pm*
- Games: 10:00 am, 2:00 pm
- Sunday, July 5
- Gates Open: 11:00 am – 8:30 pm*
- Games: 1:00 pm, 5:00 pm
*According to the hosts, closing times are subject to change.
The fan zone operates as its own ticketed festival area. To cool off in the Hansen Dam swimming pool, visitors must walk over to the adjacent Hansen Dam Aquatic Center and pay the standard pool admission fee.
🌐 More info and tickets available in Hansen Dam Lake’s Fan Zone official website!
📍10965 Dronfield Avenue, Lake View Terrace, CA 91331
