1. Atlanta, Georgia
Centennial Olympic Park – Fan Festival
As a football fan, you can’t skip this festival. It’s where you blend into Atlanta’s vibrant energy with live music, street food, drinks, and crowds of fans all buzzing for matchday. Perfect for hanging out with friends and soaking up the atmosphere.
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Distance: 1 km
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Entry: Free
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Food/Drink: $5–$12 USD
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Mercedes‑Benz Stadium Fan Plaza
The go‑to spot before and after the match. Fans gather here to warm up the vibes, take photos, grab quick bites, and feel the stadium energy even before stepping inside.
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Distance: 1.5 km
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Entry: Free (outside area)
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The Battery Atlanta
If you want a full day off from football for shopping, dining, entertainment, and a lively atmosphere, this is the place! Come here to recharge, treat yourself, or enjoy a relaxed day before the next match.
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Distance: 20 km
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Food/Drink: Beer $6–$9 USD
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2. Boston, Massachusetts
Boston Common Fan Zone
If Atlanta’s Fan Festival is already on your list, then why not add Boston to your FIFA festival collection too? One of the biggest and most energetic fan zones during World Cup season, Boston brings its own flavour such as passionate crowds, live music, great food, and that classic East Coast vibe that hits differently.
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Distance: 0 km
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Entry: Free
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North End (Italian District)
Craving Italian food? Boston’s North End is basically little Italy by the harbour, with over 100 restaurants, cafés, and bakeries packed into a walkable neighbourhood. Perfect for a pre‑match meal or a late‑night slice after celebrating with fans.
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Distance: 1–2 km
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Food/Drink: Pizza $5–$8 USD, beer $6–$9 USD
Charles River Esplanade
If you want a calm moment away from the football buzz, the Esplanade is ideal. A riverside path with a gorgeous sunset view, great for walking, relaxing, or just clearing your head before the next matchday.
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Distance: 2 km
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Entry: Free
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3. Dallas / Arlington, Texas
Klyde Warren Park – Fan Festival
Add this one to your FIFA festival collection. Compared to other fan festivals, Dallas brings something unique. You can actually buy a personalised brick and have your name placed in front of The Texan Golden Boot, creating a small but meaningful mark in the community and World Cup history.
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Distance: 1 km
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Entry: Free
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AT&T Stadium Fan Plaza (Arlington)
Besides watching the World Cup match, you can also book a stadium tour to get a deeper understanding of this iconic venue. There are multiple options to choose from art tours, VIP tours, educational tours, and game‑day tours. Each one is designed to be short, easy to fit into your schedule, and available daily, so you can pick whatever suits your matchday plan.
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Distance: 30 km from Dallas
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Entry: Free (outside area)
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Deep Ellum
One of Dallas’s top spots for art, music, culture, and creativity. Once a key district for African‑American and European immigrant communities, it’s now a must‑visit if you love history and local culture. The area is full of restaurants, murals, live‑music venues, and entertainment for you to explore.
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Distance: 2 km
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Food/Drink: Beer $5–$8 USD
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4. Houston, Texas
Discovery Green Fan Zone
One of Houston’s most popular World Cup fan zones, Discovery Green turns into a lively hub with big screens, food trucks, live music, and family‑friendly activities. It’s right in the heart of downtown, making it super easy to join the crowd and enjoy the matchday atmosphere.
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Distance: 1 km
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Entry: Free
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EaDo (East Downtown)
For football fans, this neighbourhood is a great place to walk around and explore. It’s known for its authentic soccer culture, with locals gathering to celebrate matches and enjoy the atmosphere. You’ll also find plenty of restaurants and different cuisines to try before or after the game.
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Distance: 2 km
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Food/Drink: Beer $4–$7 USD
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Memorial Park
If you’re keen on hiking or want to try another sport besides football, Memorial Park has plenty to offer. You’ll find tennis courts, playing fields, a swimming pool, and over six miles of mountain and recreational bike trails along the bayous. This is a great way to stay active during your trip.
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Distance: 8 km
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Entry: Free
5. Kansas City, Missouri
Power & Light District
Right in the heart of downtown, this district is the main fan‑gathering zone during the World Cup. The place including bars, restaurants, and live entertainment, it’s the perfect place to feel the matchday hype
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Distance: 0 km
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Food/Drink: Beer $4–$7 USD
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KC Live! Arena
KC Live! located inside the Power & Light District and turns into a massive outdoor fan zone. Big screens, full-concert stage, and a proper matchday vibe.
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Distance: 0 km
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Entry: Free
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Swope Soccer Village
A big football complex about 12 km out, and it’s completely free. It’s the kind of place where anyone can turn up for a casual kick‑about, get some practice in, or even join locals for a friendly match. Proper community football vibes.
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Distance: 12 km
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Entry: Free
6. Los Angeles, California
LA Live
Right next to the stadium, LA Live is where the energy kicks in before every match. If you’re building your FIFA festival collection, this is definitely one to tick off. Come enjoy the vibe with other football lovers and feel the matchday hype.
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Distance: 1 km
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Food/Drink: Beer $6–$10 USD
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Santa Monica Pier Fan Zone
If you want to switch things up from the usual stadium vibe, this fan zone gives you football by the beach. There’s a big screen set up right by the ocean, so you can enjoy seafood, cocktails, and the sound of the waves while watching the match. It’s all about relaxing, soaking in the California breeze, and enjoying the game with other fans.
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Distance: 25 km
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Entry: Free
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Griffith Park
Griffith Park gives you a totally different side of LA. You can wander the trails, catch a glimpse of the Hollywood Sign, or head up to the Griffith Observatory for those classic skyline views. It’s an easy way to reset and soak in a bit of LA’s outdoors.
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Distance: 10 km
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Entry: Free
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7. Miami, Florida
Bayfront Park Fan Festival
Bayfront Park is where Miami turns the World Cup into a party with waterfront views, big screens, and that classic Miami heat. It’s free, it’s lively, and it’s the perfect spot for football lovers to kick off their holiday and soak up the atmosphere with fans from everywhere.
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Distance: 1 km
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Entry: Free
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Wynwood District
Wynwood feels like football meets street art. It’s the perfect spot to chill between matches or celebrate a win with something cold.
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Distance: 4 km
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Food/Drink: Beer $5–$8 USD
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South Beach Park Fields
If you want football with sunshine, this is the spot. Locals come here for casual games, or quick drills. And if you feel like switching things up, there’s also a skate park right next door for a bit of extra fun.
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Distance: 7 km
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Entry: Free
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8. New York / New Jersey
Times Square Fan Zone
Times Square turns into a full‑on football carnival. It’s right in the middle of everything, so you can’t get more central than this.
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Distance: 0 km
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Entry: Free
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Hudson River Park Piers
If you want something a bit calmer, the Hudson River piers give you space to breathe. Walk along the waterfront, catch sunset views, or chill with other fans
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Distance: 2–4 km
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Entry: Free
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Hoboken / Jersey City Bars
Just across the river, you can cheer with your football friends in Hoboken and Jersey City. It’s cheaper than Manhattan, the bars get packed, and the fan atmosphere is unreal, especially when the locals start getting loud.
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Distance: 6–10 km
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Food/Drink: Beer $6–$10 USD
9. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Dilworth Park Fan Zone
Right in the centre of Philly, Dilworth Park turns into a full‑on fan zone with big screens, fountains, food stalls, and crowds of supporters. It’s the easiest place to dive straight into the World Cup atmosphere.
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Distance: 0 km
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Entry: Free
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Fishtown
Fishtown brings the cool neighbourhood energy. It’s where football fans mix with artists, students, and locals for a proper Philly night out.
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Distance: 4 km
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Food/Drink: Beer $4–$7 USD
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Penn Park
A big open green space with proper pitches, perfect for a casual kick‑about, a quick training session, or just relaxing with skyline views.
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Distance: 3 km
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Entry: Free
10. San Francisco Bay Area (Santa Clara)
San Pedro Square Market (San Jose)
A lively open‑air market packed with food stalls, bars, and plenty of spots to grab a drink before or after a match.
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Distance: 7 km
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Food/Drink: Beer $6–$9 USD
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Great America Parkway Fan Zone
This is the main fan zone near the stadium. Easy to reach, free to enter, and perfect for getting into matchday mode.
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Distance: 3 km
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Entry: Free
Crissy Field (San Francisco)
Crissy Field sits right under the Golden Gate Bridge, with wide open space, walking paths, and a relaxed vibe. If you want a scenic break from the football energy, this is the spot.
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Distance: 70 km from Santa Clara
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Entry: Free
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11. Seattle, Washington
Seattle Center Fan Festival
This is the last US city, but definitely not the last festival. You can visit the Space Needle right next to the fan zone, walk over to the International Fountain for a quick break, explore nearby museums and cafés, or head to Climate Pledge Arena for team events and merch.
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Distance: 1 km
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Entry: Free
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Pioneer Square
Seattle’s oldest neighbourhood and one of the best spots for matchday drinks. Think cosy pubs, craft beer, and lively bars where fans gather before and after games.
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Distance: 2 km
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Food/Drink: Beer $5–$8 USD
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Green Lake Park
A peaceful escape from the city, perfect for a walk, a jog, or a casual football game with your friends and family
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Distance: 8 km
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Entry: Free
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If you’re also planning to visit other host countries, explore our Canada World Cup Travel Guide and Mexico World Cup Travel Guide for the best places to go and what to do 🇨🇦 🇲🇽.
