Celebrate the FIFA World Cup Final at Atlanta’s Free Soccer & Sound Festival in Piedmont Park

By Daniela Cintron

Published July 16, 2026

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Looking for the best place to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final in Atlanta? Head to Piedmont Park on Sunday, July 19, for A Celebration of Soccer & Sound, a free, all-day festival featuring a giant watch party, live music, local food vendors and activities for the whole family.

Whether you’re coming for the match, the music or the atmosphere, here’s everything you need to know before you go.

Event Details

What: A Celebration of Soccer & Sound
When: Sunday, July 19, 2026 | 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
Where: Piedmont Park
Admission: Free. No ticket, RSVP or QR code required.

The FIFA World Cup Final kicks off at 3 p.m., with the match streamed on three giant screens throughout the park.

Why You Should Go

Atlanta is wrapping up its historic summer as a FIFA World Cup Host City with one final celebration that blends soccer, music and culture.

Produced by ONE Musicfest in partnership with Showcase Atlanta, the festival brings together live entertainment, local businesses, international cuisine, interactive activities and one of the country’s largest public World Cup watch parties.

“As we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games introducing the world to Atlanta, FIFA World Cup 2026 will remind the world that we are the city that influences it every day,” said Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens. “As we close out what will be a historic summer, we want every Atlantan—from Bankhead to Buckhead, from Grant Park to Grove Park—to unite and enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime moment together.”

Showcase Atlanta is a nonprofit, created by Mayor Andre Dickens, built on a simple and powerful conviction that major global events should happen with Atlanta and not to Atlanta.

“We brought the world here this summer,” said Lamar Stewart, interim executive director of Showcase Atlanta. “On July 19, we’re inviting every single Atlantan to close it out together in Piedmont Park.”

Event Lineup

Stay all day for performances from Atlanta favorites and special guests. Check out the line up and plan your day.

A Celebration of Soccer & Sound Main Stage

11:00 AM – Union Fit Stretch & Mobility Class
11:15 AM – DJ Stormy
12:00 PM – DJ Rasta Root
12:30 PM – Red Sample Band
1:00 PM – DJ Rasta Root
1:30 PM – The BoykinZ
2:15 PM – FAMU Marching 100 Alumni Band
3:00 PM – FIFA World Cup Final Watch Party (streamed live on all screens throughout the park!)
5:30 PM – Pastor Troy
6:00 PM – Ludacris
7:00 PM – DJ Kash

Showcase Atlanta Social Club Stage

11:30 AM – Reggaeton Dance Class with Camila
12:30 PM – Capoeira Percussion Circle
1:30 PM – Salsa Dance Lesson with Quic and Shebah

Atlanta Cultural Exchange DJ Stage

11:00 AM – DJ Florista
1:00 PM – DJ Jay Envy

Kids & Family Zone (11 AM – 6 PM)

• Children’s Museum of Atlanta Imagination Lab
• Face Painting
• Hair Braiding
• Temporary Tattoos
• Sticker Station
• Passport Challenge & Prizes
• Jersey Customization
• Family Activities

Soccer Activities

Bring your cleats—or just your energy! Enjoy free open-play soccer pitches for both kids and adults throughout the day.

Eat, Drink & Shop

Come hungry.

The Food & Merch Village features restaurants, artists and small businesses from across Metro Atlanta, serving everything from local favorites to international cuisine.

Don’t miss the Gran Maché Haitian Street Market, where you’ll find Haitian-owned businesses, authentic food, handcrafted goods and even community domino games.

Beer, wine and cocktails will also be available for guests 21 and older with valid ID.

Getting There

Parking will be extremely limited, so organizers recommend leaving the car at home.

The easiest ways to get to Piedmont Park are:

• MARTA
• Atlanta BeltLine
• Walking
• Biking
• Rideshare

A complimentary bike valet will also be available.

What to Bring

Pack for a full day in the park.

Bring:

• Blankets
• Lawn chairs
• Refillable water bottle
• Sunscreen
• Friends and family

Free water refill stations, misting areas and first aid stations will be available throughout the festival.

What Not to Bring

Leave these items at home:

• Pets
• Glass containers
• Drones
• Grills
• Smoking materials
• Tents with stakes
• Bikes, scooters and other personal vehicles inside the festival

Final Tip

Arrive early to enjoy the music, food and family activities before the FIFA World Cup Final begins at 3 p.m. Then stick around after the trophy is lifted as Ludacris closes out Atlanta’s unforgettable World Cup summer with a hometown performance.

Check out more places to watch the FIFA World Cup Finale in Atlanta.

Daniela Cintrón is an award-winning journalist, editor and producer passionate about storytelling at the intersection of food, art, and culture. She is the senior content manager and editor for Discover Atlanta and has contributed to publications like the Los Angeles Times, Atlanta Magazine and Eater.