{"id":511743,"date":"2026-03-15T19:43:03","date_gmt":"2026-03-16T02:43:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/?p=511743"},"modified":"2026-03-19T11:51:37","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T18:51:37","slug":"fifa-vancouver","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/fifa-vancouver\/","title":{"rendered":"The World is Watching! Your Guide to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Vancouver"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Vancouver has hosted some spectacular sporting events in the past, and in 2026, we are a proud host city of the FIFA World Cup! In partnership with Mexico and the United States, two Canadian cities, Vancouver and Toronto, have the honour of hosting matches. Root for Team Canada and get all important updates here so you are game-day ready!<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/fifa-world-cup-2026-events\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FIFA Fan Festival &amp; Concerts<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;ve scored tickets to one of Vancouver&#8217;s biggest events or you just want to celebrate with the community, the FIFA Fan Festival will be a family-friendly gathering space to watch all the big games. The large screens will show all games, and live concerts will be held on days when there are no matches. The concert line-up has just been released! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/fifa-world-cup-2026-events\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click here<\/a> to see what&#8217;s coming up!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Date<\/strong>: June 11 &#8211; July 19, 2026<br \/>\n<strong>Venue<\/strong>: The Ampitheatre at the PNE<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vancouverfwc26.ca\/matches\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vancouver FIFA World Cup 26 Match Schedule<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Team qualifications are still taking place, with team matches expected to be confirmed in December 2025. So far, here are the dates and times, including games that Team Canada will be playing! All matches will be at BC Place.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Group Stage Matches:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Saturday, June 13 | Group D: <strong>Australia<\/strong> vs. UEFA Playoff C Winner<br \/>\nThursday, June 28 | Group B: <strong>Canada<\/strong> vs. <strong>Qatar<\/strong><br \/>\nSunday, June 21 | Group G: <strong>New Zealand<\/strong> vs. <strong>Egypt<\/strong><br \/>\nWednesday, June 24 | Group B: Canada vs. TBD<br \/>\nFriday, June 26 | Group G: Teams TBD<\/p>\n<p><strong>Round of 32:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Thursday, July 2 | Teams TBD<\/p>\n<p><strong>Round of 16:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Tuesday, July 7 | Teams TBD<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/vancouverfwc26.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-511745 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/files\/2025\/10\/Image-3-\u2013-Vancouver-Soccer-Spirit.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1664\" height=\"832\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/files\/2025\/10\/Image-3-\u2013-Vancouver-Soccer-Spirit.jpg 1664w, https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/files\/2025\/10\/Image-3-\u2013-Vancouver-Soccer-Spirit-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/files\/2025\/10\/Image-3-\u2013-Vancouver-Soccer-Spirit-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/files\/2025\/10\/Image-3-\u2013-Vancouver-Soccer-Spirit-1536x768.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1664px) 100vw, 1664px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fifa.com\/en\/tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Get Game Tickets<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Official tickets will become available in phases via lottery, and regular tickets are not yet on sale, but hospitality packages are already on sale (starting at $2,500 per person).<\/p>\n<p>However, you can also enter the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/myle.com\/goalaccess\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visa Presale Ticket Draw Entry<\/a> for Visa customers on October 29 at 11:59 PM (EST). Keep in mind that this is not a ticket contest \u2014 if you are selected, you will only have the chance to purchase tickets early.<\/p>\n<p>If you are successful in the Visa Presale Ticket Draw, you will be given a date and time slot to purchase tickets (subject to availability), with time slots starting from November 15.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/vancouverfwc26.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-511744 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/files\/2025\/10\/Image-1-\u2013-BC-Place_Canada-Flags.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1664\" height=\"832\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/files\/2025\/10\/Image-1-\u2013-BC-Place_Canada-Flags.jpg 1664w, https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/files\/2025\/10\/Image-1-\u2013-BC-Place_Canada-Flags-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/files\/2025\/10\/Image-1-\u2013-BC-Place_Canada-Flags-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/files\/2025\/10\/Image-1-\u2013-BC-Place_Canada-Flags-1536x768.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1664px) 100vw, 1664px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/fifa-world-cup-volunteer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Volunteer<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Whether you call it football or soccer, there is an undeniable energy in being a part of something great. Vancouver is excitedly anticipating welcoming the world for the 2026 FIFA World Cup between June 11 &#8211; July 19, 2026. With 16 host cities (including \ud83c\udde8\ud83c\udde6 cities Vancouver &amp; Toronto) gearing up to welcome the best players from around the world, you can be a part of the action as a volunteer.<\/p>\n<p>First up, you must be 18+ to volunteer and you must be available for 8 or 9 shifts between June 11-July 19, 2026. Once you complete the online application, FIFA will contact you to set up an interview and proceed with further details. Volunteer positions include everything from welcoming the athletes and helping with arrivals and transport, connecting with fans to assist, or assisting with media relations (just to name a few of the MANY roles available!)<\/p>\n<p>Volunteers will receive official FIFA Volunteer gear, a volunteer certificate, paid meals during every shift, official training, and the opportunity to connect with soccer fans from around the world.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/vancouverfwc26.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-511746 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/files\/2025\/10\/Image-4-Vancouver-Soccer-Demo.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1664\" height=\"832\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/files\/2025\/10\/Image-4-Vancouver-Soccer-Demo.jpg 1664w, https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/files\/2025\/10\/Image-4-Vancouver-Soccer-Demo-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/files\/2025\/10\/Image-4-Vancouver-Soccer-Demo-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/files\/2025\/10\/Image-4-Vancouver-Soccer-Demo-1536x768.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1664px) 100vw, 1664px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fifa.com\/en\/tournaments\/mens\/worldcup\/canadamexicousa2026\/articles\/clutch-maple-zayu-mascots-unveiled\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The FIFA World Cup 26 Mascots Unveiled<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Celebrating the diversity and unique attributes of all three host countries, the mascots for the FIFA World Cup 26 have been revealed, and they are spectacular! Maple the Moose will represent Canada, Zayu the Jaguar will represent Mexico, and Clutch the Bald Eagle will represent the United States. In an effort to connect with young fans, these mascots are full of colour and playfulness, and will also be included in official FIFA video games. Learn more about each unique character <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fifa.com\/en\/tournaments\/mens\/worldcup\/canadamexicousa2026\/articles\/clutch-maple-zayu-mascots-unveiled\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/vancouverfwc26.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-511749 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/files\/2025\/10\/FIFA-World-Cup-Mascots-Black.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/files\/2025\/10\/FIFA-World-Cup-Mascots-Black.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/files\/2025\/10\/FIFA-World-Cup-Mascots-Black-600x450.png 600w, https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/vancouver\/files\/2025\/10\/FIFA-World-Cup-Mascots-Black-768x576.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Stay tuned for more information as it becomes available!\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>FIFA World Cup 26 Vancouver:<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Date<\/strong>: June 13 &#8211; July 7, 2026 (Vancouver matches)<br \/>\n<strong>Venue<\/strong>: BC Place<br \/>\n<strong>Address<\/strong>: 777 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver<br \/>\n<strong>Website<\/strong>:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/vancouverfwc26.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">vancouverfwc26.ca<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Vancouver has hosted some spectacular sporting events in the past, and in 2026, we are a proud host city of the FIFA World Cup! 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