Vancouver has hosted some spectacular sporting events in the past, and in 2026, we are a proud host city of the FIFA World Cup 26™! Whether you have tickets to a match, to one of the live concerts, or you just want to be a part of the excitement, there are plenty of ways to connect with your community and be a part of FIFA action.
Find out more about FIFA World Cup 26™ Events here!
Canyon Kick Off
Lace up your boots and head to this fun, soccer-themed experience. Whether you’re a local who frequents the park often, have had it on your bucket list for a while, or you’re a tourist in Vancouver looking for the best place to celebrate the world’s greatest game while experiencing the outdoors, Capilano Suspension Bridge Park is the place to be! For more details, click here.
Soccer in the Square 
UBC Properties Trust brings the excitement of the global soccer stage to Wesbrook Village with Soccer in the Square, a free, all-ages outdoor viewing experience. Catch live matches on the big screen at Norman MacKenzie Square, where fans can gather under a shaded tent with picnic seating to cheer on their favourite teams. For more details, click here.
Kick It at Central City
From June 12 – July 23, connect with family, friends, and your community at Kick It! At Central City. Here you will find all the before, after and during match mayhem for all ages, including interactive soccer game stations, live music, and selfie stations to show your team spirit. Soccer fans and friends can score free swag and enter to win great prizes as part of the exciting giveaways. For more details, click here.
Burnaby:
⚽️ Game On Watch Party: The Amazing Brentwood is hosting an outdoor watch party for fans to catch their favourite teams go head-to-head. Grab some food, do a little shopping, and connect with your community at these fun outdoor parties.
Date: June 11 – July 19, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Venue: The Amazing Brentwood – Plaza and TABLES
Address: 4567 Lougheed Highway, Burnaby
Website: www.theamazingbrentwood.com
Coquitlam:
⚽️ Summer of Soccer: Bring your own chairs and blankets for a neighbourhood-style block party to watch Canada take on Switzerland! Enjoy watching the match on a big screen with fan activities and food trucks on site from 11am.
Date: June 24, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Venue: Blue Mountain Park
Address: 975 King Albert Road, Coquitlam
Website: www.coquitlam.ca
⚽️ Canada Day Viewing Party: Take in Canada Day celebrations AND a game at the Canada Day Viewing Party! The soccer viewing area will show two round 32 matches; one beginning at 1:00 PM and the other at 5:00 PM.
Date: July 1, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM & 5:00 PM
Venue: Town Centre Park
Address: 1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam
Website: www.coquitlam.ca
⚽️ Grand Finale Viewing Party: Say goodbye to the FIFA World Cup in style at the final community watch party celebration. Enjoy family-friendly activities and games, food trucks, and fan activities, and watch the gold medal game at 12pm with friends, family, and community members.
Date: July 19, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Venue: Percy Perry Stadium
Address: 1290 Pipeline Road, Coquitlam
Website: www.coquitlam.ca
Delta:
⚽️ Soccer Fan Zone: From June 11 – July 19, Delta celebrates the World Cup in style with watch parties, live entertainment, community activations and challenges, pop up park games, and opportunities to create your own swag for the watch parties!
Date: June 11 – July 19, 2026
Time: Varies by date
Venue: North Delta Recreation Centre & Laner Village Pop Up Park
Address: 11415 84 Ave., Delta & 4926 Chisholm St., Delta
Website: www.delta.ca
Langley:
⚽️ Red & White Out Watch Party: Join your Vancouver Football Club to watch Canada take on Bosnia this Friday, June 12th, surrounded by friends, family and community members. Wear your red and white and get ready to shout your support as you watch the greatest game on the big screen. All attendees to the Red & White Watch Party will also receive a FREE ticket to the Vancouver FC game on Sunday!
Date: June 12, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM
Venue: Langley Events Centre
Address: 7888 200 Street, Langley
Website: www.facebook.com
⚽️ Global Game Day: Catch your favourite teams on the big screen and participate in community activations, family-friendly crafts, and watch live entertainment in between matches. Food trucks will be on site to keep fans full of good food. Bring your own chairs or a picnic blanket to sit on.
Date: June 18, July 2, 7, 19, 2026
Time: Varies based on day.
Venue: Langley Events Centre
Address: 7888 200 Street, Langley
Website: www.langleycity.ca
Maple Ridge:
⚽️ Game On Maple Ridge: Join the citywide watch parties with massive 20-ft screens and full-broadcast sound, a high-energy, family-friendly atmosphere, pre-game entertainment and halftime programming, a family activity zone, and incredible food truck options.
Date: June 18 & 24; July 1, 14, 15, 19, 2026
Time: Depends on date
Venue: Memorial Peace Park and ACT Arts Centre
Address: 11930 224th Street, Maple Ridge & 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge
Website: www.mapleridge.ca
New Westminster:
⚽️ Fired Up for Football: Friends, food, and football make for a perfect summertime! Head to one of New Westminster’s many football (soccer) watch party events to celebrate the world’s greatest game and cheer on your team.
Date: June 12 – July 19 (select dates)
Time: Varies by date
Venue: Varies by date
Website: www.newwestcity.ca
North Vancouver:
⚽️ Canada Soccer House: Enjoy live entertainment, soccer-themed activations, and plenty of community fun at these free, family-friendly watch parties! Plus, head to the website below to ‘register’ when you will be attending, and you’ll be entered to win great Canada Soccer prizes!
Date: June 11 – July 7, 2026
Time: Varies by date
Venue: The Shipyards
Address: 125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Website: canadasoccerhouse.ca
Surrey:
⚽️ City of Surrey: Watch countries compete in the most highly anticipated matches live on the big screen surrounded by community members, family, and friends! Kids will enjoy playing their own soccer games, participating in community activities and activations, and making crafts. Enjoy live music, food trucks, and a beer garden (for the 19+ crowd!)
Dates: June 11 – July 12, 2026
Venues & Addresses:
City Centre: 13450 104 Ave., Surrey
Cloverdale: 17763 62 Ave., Surrey
South Surrey: 14600 20 Street, Surrey
Website: www.surreysoccerfanzones.ca
Richmond:
⚽️ World Soccer Day Kick-Off: Join the City of Richmond and the Richmond Olympic Oval on June 12 for the World Soccer Day Kick-Off Event — a free, family-friendly celebration featuring live match screenings, soccer and foosball tournaments, BBQ, live music, and interactive community activations.
Date: June 12, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Venue: Richmond Olympic Oval
Address: 6111 River Road, Richmond
Website: www.richmondcelebratessoccer.ca
⚽️ City of Richmond: Join the City of Richmond in celebrating the arrival of the World Cup festivities with a range of community events, including a picnic, live performances, children’s activities, and watch parties. The festivities kick off on June 12 with all School District 38 classrooms and students being invited to the Olympic Oval for a day of soccer, play, and activities. Later in the afternoon, the public is invited to join a BBQ, watch the first Canada match, and participate in activities. Closing out the 6 weeks of fun is a community party at Aberdeen Neighbourhood Park. Click the link below to see what is happening (and where!) around Richmond.
Dates: June 12 – July 19, 2026
Venue: Various
Website: www.richmondcelebratessoccer.ca
⚽️ The Great Soccer Social: McArthur Glen comes alive with soccer excellence from June 11 to 14th! Enjoy interactive skill challenges, family-friendly activities, and live watch parties!
Date: June 11 – 14, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue: McArthurGlen
Address: 7899 Templeton Station Rd #1000, Richmond
Website: www.mcarthurglen.com
Vancouver
⚽️ Lowtide Properties: Enjoy free Vancouver soccer watch parties this summer! Visitors will love playing outdoor games, participating in family fun, and grabbing a bite to eat at the food trucks available on site. Attendance is free, but registration is required to account for numbers. Register below to watch game-day matches.
Date: June 11 – 13, June 18 – 21. Times vary by date.
Venue: South Flats, Vancouver
Address: 1155 East 6th Avenue
Website: www.lowtideproperties.com
⚽️ Granville Street Pedestrian Zone: Summer in Vancouver is here, and Granville Street is kicking out the cars so pedestrians can roam freely! For 5 weeks, Granville Street will come alive with live entertainment, soccer-themed activations, giant light installations, and additional seating.
Date: June 11 – July 19, 2026 (Thursday – Sundays)
Time: 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Venue: Granville Street – 700, 800, 1000 blocks.
Website: www.dtvanc.ca
⚽️ Granville Island Watch Parties: Enjoy free entertainment, watch parties on a huge screen, and plenty of good food and good vibes to go around at the Granville Island Watch Parties. The 24-ft screen will be set up under the bridge, and live music, family activities, and a family play zone, plus a beer garden for 19+ fans. Bring your own chairs – the space only has room for the first 1000 fans, so arrive early!
Date: June 11 – July 19, 2026
Time: Depends on the day
Venue: Granville Island
Website: www.granvilleisland.com
⚽️ Science World: Soccer & Technology: Take a hands-on approach to learning about the game-changing science behind the world’s most popular sport at Soccer & Technology in partnership with the FIFA Museum. Try your hand at making proper calls, scoring the winning goals, and learning about the intense science behind standardizing the beautiful game.
Date: May 15 – September 7, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue: Science World
Address: 1455 Quebec Street, Vancouver
Website: www.scienceworld.ca
