FIFA World Cup 2026™

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As one of the host cities for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, Atlanta is ready to bring the energy and welcome players and fans from around the world. Get ready for eight action-packed matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium beginning on June 11, 2026, and ending on July 15, 2026.

From fan experiences to watch parties and local events across the metro area, Atlanta is the place to be for soccer fans from around the globe. Stay tuned here for updates on game schedules, city-wide festivities and can’t-miss happenings across Atlanta.

Check the events listed below to make the most of your time in the city and experience the culture that makes Atlanta a top travel destination.

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Atlanta United Soccer fans wave the Colombian Flag. (Photo by Andrew Clark. @Explorer.Dream.Discover)

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7/5/26

Weekend Family Tour

Explore the High as a family on this interactive, docent-led adventure through the galleries. Designed…

High Museum of Art

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7/10/26

Fernbank After Dark: Under Construction

Offered the second Friday of each month, Fernbank After Dark brings the museum to life…

Fernbank Museum of Natural History

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7/11/26

2026 WORLD CUP COMMUNITY WATCH PARTY IN THE PARK

Atlanta’s most diverse neighborhood hosts its biggest FIFA celebration! Free entry. 15+ international food vendors….

Historic 4th Ward Park

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Every Saturday until 07/25/2026

Savanna Nights at Zoo Atlanta

The month of July brings three opportunities to enjoy casual, inspirational evenings in the Zoo…

Zoo Atlanta

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7/12/26

UPS Second Sunday at HMOA

On the second Sunday of each month, we offer free admission for all visitors and…

High Museum of Art

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7/14/26

Bastille Day at Bar Blanc

On Tuesday, July 14 from 6-9 p.m., the steak friterie will host a Bastille Day…

Bar Blanc

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7/15/26

Access for All at HMOA

Join us for a day of free admission and drop-in programming for adults of all…

High Museum of Art

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7/19/26

A Celebration of Soccer & Sound

To cap a historic summer of Atlanta hosting the world for the FIFA World Cup,…

Piedmont Park

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Every Thursday until 08/13/2026

The Infinite After Dark

Every Thursday evening, Space Explorers: THE INFINITE transforms into an adults-only after-dark experience — complete…

Pullman Yards

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7/5/26 – 7/19/26

Decatur WatchFest ’26

Decatur WatchFest ‘26 is a 34-day free soccer and music festival offering music, games, activities,…

Decatur Square

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7/5/26 – 9/7/26

T Rex: The Ultimate Predator

Come face-to-jaws with the famous Tyrannosaurus rex in the new exhibit, T. rex: The Ultimate…

Fernbank Museum of Natural History

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Every month on 1st until 07/19/2026

Soccer Fest

A two-acre commons in the heart of Castleberry Hill with an open lawn, food trucks,…

The Commons at Castleberry Hill

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Every month on 1st until 07/15/2026

Discover ATL Hop & Ride

Our Discover ATL FREE Cultural Shuttle will be traveling an exciting round-trip route, connecting you…

Atlanta Neighborhoods

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7/5/26 – 7/21/26

Prime Fan Zone Experience

The Fan Zone Experience is an outdoor event celebrating the World Cup Tournament occurring in…

F1® Arcade Atlanta

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7/5/26 – 7/19/26

All the Soccer Things at The Works

Celebrate all things soccer with non-stop entertainment at The Works! Join us for community watch…

The Works

7/7/26

Lady Bunny in Big Wig Energy

City Winery Atlanta presents Lady Bunny live on July 7th at 8pm. Lady Bunny brings…

City Winery – Atlanta

7/7/26

Youth Kickfest

Stay #ClaytonConnected during a historic world cultural summer experience! Join Clayton County Parks and Recreation…

Gerald Matthews Complex

7/8/26

Flyleaf & Lacey Sturm

Get ready for Flyleaf lighting up The Tabernacle Atlanta on Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at…

The Tabernacle

7/8/26 – 7/9/26

Patti Austin

City Winery Atlanta and WCLK 91.9 presents Patti Austin live on July 9th at 8pm,…

City Winery – Atlanta

7/10/26 – 7/11/26

Jill Scott – To Whom This May Concern

Rooted in live musicianship, intentional storytelling, and the unmistakable warmth of Scott’s voice, the To…

Fox Theatre

7/11/26

Ariana Grande Night at Virtue Rooftop

Celebrate Ariana Grande’s Atlanta concert weekend with an Ariana-themed rooftop party in the heart of…

5Church Restaurant

7/11/26 – 7/12/26

Atlanta Summer Halal Food Fest

Atlanta’s culinary diversity takes center stage at the Atlanta Summer Halal Food Festival, a weekend…

Historic Old Fourth Ward Skatepark

7/11/26

Summer Goals Tour at Target

Target is turning the excitement around this summer’s global soccer tournament into a shared family…

Target

7/11/26 – 7/12/26

Tame Impala – DEADBEAT Tour

After 2025 and 2026 global sell-outs, Tame Impala has added another run of North American…

State Farm Arena

7/12/26

CVS Soccer Block Party

Join us for the CVS Soccer Block Party, a soccer-themed community event packed with interactive…

CVS Pharmacy

7/14/26

LAUGHS FOR LEGACY CHARITY COMEDY SHOW

Jaylen Brown and the 7uice Foundation proudly present the 2nd Annual Laughs for Legacy Charity…

Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University

7/14/26 – 7/15/26

Trojan G.O.A.T. Semi Spectacle Watch Party

Join Trojan at Atlanta’s most recognized soccer bar for an immersive watch party experience. Attendees…

Brewhouse Cafe

7/14/26

You Are Here: Atlanta Soccer Map

As Atlanta reaches the final stretch of its FIFA World Cup moment, we’re asking a…

Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA)

7/15/26

Dee Lucas – Heart & Soul Tour

City Winery presents Dee Lucas – heart & Soul Tour live on July 15th at…

City Winery – Atlanta

7/15/26

FIFA World Cup 26™ – Semi-final

FIFA World Cup 26™ – Semi-final takes place on Wednesday, July 15th at Mercedes-Benz Stadium!

Mercedes-Benz Stadium

7/15/26

Mega Watchfest

The Clayton County Development of Community & Economic Development presents an arena-scale watch fest experience…

Arena at Southlake

7/15/26

Nutrl Semifinal After Party

When the semifinal ends, the party begins. Join us at REVERB by Hard Rock Atlanta…

Reverb by Hard Rock Downtown Atlanta

7/15/26

Rialto Feed Your Senses Crawford & Whitaker

Unwind and recharge at Rialto Feed Your Senses with Atlanta-based songwriters Chas Crawford and Frank…

Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University

7/17/26

FIFA KICK SHOWCASE

An end-of-ATL FIFA celebration and song release concert. The FIFA Kick Showcase is the ultimate…

Londzell Performing Arts Theatre

7/17/26 – 7/18/26

J. Cole – The Fall-Off Tour

J. Cole announces a major global tour spanning North America, Europe, the UK, Australia, New…

State Farm Arena

7/17/26

Kurt Vile and The Violators

Atlanta music lovers, welcome to an unforgettable night with Kurt Vile and The Violators at…

The Eastern

Multiple dates until 07/15/2026

2026 FIFA World Cup

The world’s premier international football competition will return in 2026, for the first time in…

Atlanta’s Stadium

7/5/26 – 7/19/26

FIFA Fan Festival 2026

We’re kicking things off with a core program of festival days — designed to launch…

Centennial Olympic Park

Every month on 1st until 07/19/2026

Fadó Buckhead: The World Plays Here

This summer, fans and diners can catch the latest match at Fado Buckhead! Cheer on…

Fadó Irish Pub Buckhead

7/5/26 – 7/19/26

Fútbol Fever at AltaToro Midtown

Fútbol Fever at AltaToro kicks off June 11 and runs through July 19. Join us…

AltaToro

7/5/26 – 7/20/26

Game Day, Elevated

Join us at The Americano for the ultimate World Soccer to watch the games. Enjoy…

The Americano (Intercontinental Buckhead)

7/5/26 – 7/15/26

Rise ATL at Centennial Yards

We’re bringing iconic flavors and unforgettable experiences, sourced straight from the 404. Experience a rotating…

Centennial Yards Entertainment District

7/5/26 – 7/19/26

Soccer Match Viewing at Atrium

Atrium is the only place in Ponce City Market to catch the games while dining,…

Atrium

7/5/26 – 7/18/26

Summer Kickoff ATL

Atlanta takes the global stage this summer as the international soccer matches arrive in the…

State Farm Arena

7/5/26 – 7/15/26

The LEGO® Brand x FIFA Fan Fest

WHAT: Soccer meets bricks. Set against the backdrop of the world’s biggest sporting event, the…

Centennial Olympic Park

Every month on 1st until 07/19/2026

World Cup Watch Party

Join us at **Stars Cafe Atlanta** for the ultimate World Cup Watch Party experience! Catch…

Stars Cafe

Every Friday until 07/10/2026

5 Points Fridays at Underground Atlanta

Underground Atlanta, in partnership with the City of Atlanta, will be hosting a series of…

Underground Atlanta

Every month on 1st until 07/15/2026

Welcome To Atlanta Experience

Welcome to ATL is a local cultural market taking over the Steele Bridge at Centennial…

Centennial Yards Entertainment District

7/5/26 – 7/15/26

Elevate Your Match Day Watch Party

Take your game day to new heights at the Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar, and View….

Sun Dial Restaurant

7/5/26 – 7/15/26

Fanfare on the Front Drive

On official Fan Fest days in Atlanta, stop by our Front Drive to enjoy refreshments…

Westin Peachtree Plaza Atlanta, The

Multiple days until 07/15/2026

The Family Dog: World Pup

World Pup: THE BIG GAMES ARE COMING TO ATLANTA!! We all know this is a…

The Family Dog

7/5/26 – 7/15/26

The Summer of Soccer

This Summer Atlanta is hosting the world’s biggest soccer tournament, and Lanier Islands Resort is…

Lake Lanier Islands Resort

7/5/26 – 7/15/26

Watch the World Cup at SFS

The World Cup is coming to SFS. Come watch every match at East Atlanta’s food…

Southern Feedstore

Multiple dates until 07/15/2026

World Cup Watch Party @ SweetWater Taproom

Official Atlanta United watch parties at the SweetWater Taproom on June 17 and July 15,…

Sweetwater Brewery

7/5/26 – 7/15/26

Soccer Luau Party

Join us on the patio for the summer’s biggest matches. Enjoy free admission, island-inspired cuisine,…

Trader Vic’s (Hilton Atlanta)

7/5/26 – 7/19/26

Showdown Social Alpharetta Watch Parties

Showdown Social’s World Cup Watch Parties bring fans together for a high-energy viewing experience, featuring…

Showdown Social

Multiple dates until 07/15/2026

Kick It In The District : The Tasting Table

Soccer’s biggest Soccer’s biggest matches deserve more than just your average watch party. The Tasting…

The Tasting Table

6/27/26 – 7/5/26

Fernbank Celebrates the USA

As part of the celebrations around America’s 250th Anniversary, Fernbank is showing film selections that…

Fernbank Museum of Natural History

7/5/26 – 7/26/26

Serial Killer Exhibition in Atlanta

Serial Killer: The Exhibition World Tour is a gripping, immersive experience into the dark psychology…

Pullman Yards

7/5/26 – 7/19/26

Footwork: Where We Gather

Footwork: Where We Gather joins traditional sports photography with contemporary works by photographer Sheila Pree…

Michael C. Carlos Museum (Emory University)

7/5/26 – 8/13/26

Space Explorers: THE INFINITE

Beginning March 27, 2026, Space Explorers: THE INFINITE arrives at Pullman Yards, offering Atlanta audiences…

Pullman Yards

7/5/26 – 9/9/26

Niki in the Garden

Explore 41 colorful sculptures by French-American artist Niki de Saint Phalle throughout the Garden and…

Atlanta Botanical Garden, Inc.

Every Thursday until 09/24/2026

Cocktails in the Garden

Enjoy specialty cocktails from cash bars with a “Cultures of the World” theme in celebration…

Atlanta Botanical Garden, Inc.

7/5/26 – 8/9/26

Georgia Aquarium’s Glow Nights

Starting May 29, summer nights glow brighter at Georgia Aquarium with the return of Glow…

Georgia Aquarium

Multiple days until 07/31/2026

Escape the NETHERWORLD

Beat the heat and dive into adventure this summer at Escape the NETHERWORLD, the immersive…

Netherworld Haunted House

7/5/26 – 7/19/26

Smyrna Cup Daze

Village Green Park is transforming into the ultimate summer soccer viewing zone during Cup Daze!…

Smyrna Community Center

7/5/26 – 7/26/26

The Match House

The Match House is a 39-day World Cup viewing and culture experience in Buckhead, built…

The Carlyle Venue

Multiple dates until 09/03/2026

Seoul of the South Korean Food Tour

From traditional Korean restaurants and markets to spas and karaoke, there’s not much you can…

Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce

7/5/26 – 8/31/26

Things to do this Summer at the High

Play outside with Los Porfiados (The Stubborns), a free installation by Chilean creative studio gt2P….

High Museum of Art

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