This summer, City Hall Plaza transforms into the football hub for FIFA’s return to Boston.
2026 is the second time in history that the World Cup will take place at Gillette Stadium. But for those of us who’ll be staying in Boston, FIFA is preparing a fully immersive football experience for soccer fans in the city so that you can bask in the thrill of the World Cup, right from Downtown!
Downtown Boston to transform into soccer haven
Fans will enjoy live match broadcasts, highlights, interactive games, activities, and a food and beverage program that reflects Boston’s local flavor — delivering an authentic, high-energy FIFA Fan Festival experience:
“We can’t wait to welcome fans from across the world to the FIFA World Cup and showcase all that Massachusetts has to offer,” said Governor Healey. “Fan Festival is going to be an incredible opportunity for residents and visitors alike to engage with the tournament, watch the matches, and enjoy local food and entertainment. Thank you to Mayor Wu and the City of Boston for hosting this at City Hall Plaza.”
“The City of Boston is thrilled to welcome fans from across the world to the City of Champions and celebrate this historic summer with Fan Festival on City Hall Plaza,” said Mayor Wu. “In addition to neighborhood gatherings, this central event will showcase all that Boston has to offer and deliver a premier viewing experience for all soccer fans to enjoy. We look forward to continuing to work with Boston 26, the Boston Host Committee and Governor Healey to ensure a safe, welcoming and exciting experience for all this summer.”
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the largest sporting event ever – staged across 16 host cities in Canada, Mexico, and the United States, and featuring 104 matches. Boston will host seven matches this summer at Boston Stadium (Gillette Stadium) in Foxborough.
FIFA will announce the exact itinerary of the City Hall Plaza FIFA Fan Festival in spring.