FAQ's

We’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions for staff, volunteers, and vendors supporting Seattle Fan Celebrations during the FIFA World Cup 2026™ in Seattle. These FAQs provide answers to common questions, helpful reminders, and important operational information to support your involvement in our off-stadium activations and distributed celebration sites.

If you have additional questions, please contact our support team at info@seattlefc26.com

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

Staffing: If interested in staffing opportunities, please email staffing@connorsandco.com or check our website. Positions will be posted as they become available.

Food Vendors: Food vendors interested in participating in Seattle Fan Celebrations should complete the Food & Beverage Interest Form available on our website.

Merchants: Unauthorized merchandise sales are not permitted. Approved retail opportunities will be coordinated through designated partners and official retail locations only.

Volunteering: Volunteers play an important role in our ecosystem, and we’d love to hear from you. Please email volunteers@connorsandco.com or check our website for available roles.

  • Each event will have its own hours of operation. The full programming schedule will be posted on the Sea26 website.
  • All Seattle Fan Celebrations are free and open to the public.
  • All Seattle Fan Celebrations are family-friendly, and all participants will be expected to adhere to a code of conduct.

Seattle Fan Celebrations will activate multiple public locations outside of the stadium footprint during the FIFA World Cup 2026™, creating a connected network of free, public viewing parties and fan experiences across the city. These distributed sites are designed to bring the excitement of the tournament directly into neighborhoods — making it accessible, inclusive, and community-driven.

Current celebration locations include:

Seattle Center – Let’s Play SEA ’26

A large, family-friendly gathering space in the heart of the city. The Seattle Center campus will feature large-format viewing screens, cultural programming, public art, live DJs, immersive fan experiences, food vendors, kid-friendly play areas, and festival-style activations across the grounds. The Armory will serve as a primary indoor viewing hub, with additional programming throughout the campus.

Pacific Place

A high-energy indoor match viewing experience featuring a newly completed four-story, high-resolution LED screen inside the five-story atrium. Surrounded by interactive activations and fan engagement areas, Pacific Place will transform into a vibrant soccer hub showing matches daily through Seattle’s final match on July 6.

Waterfront Park – Park Activation

Seattle’s iconic waterfront will host free public programming throughout the tournament. Pier 62 will feature World Cup viewing experiences from June 15 through July 6, alongside cultural activations, community programming, and opportunities for food vendors within Seattle’s newest civic gathering space.

SODO (Victory Hall) – Seattle Matchday Live

Located near Lumen Field, Victory Hall will provide a dynamic matchday atmosphere with large-screen viewing and a high-energy fan environment throughout the tournament.

Waterfront March to the Match Activations

Taking place on June 19, June 24, and July 6, these activations will energize the fan journey along the waterfront, creating additional opportunities for engagement, entertainment, and vendor participation.

The Last Mile Activation

On Seattle match days (June 15, 19, 24, 26, July 1, and 6), the Pioneer Square corridor leading to Lumen Field will come alive with pedestrian-focused programming, small business opportunities, and fan engagement experiences designed to enhance the pre and post-match atmosphere.

Additional neighborhood sites may be added throughout the spring.

These activations spread economic impact across multiple Seattle neighborhoods and are designed to ensure small and BIPOC-owned businesses have opportunities to participate in this historic global event. Together, these celebration sites help spread economic opportunity and community participation throughout Seattle, ensuring the benefits of the World Cup are shared broadly across neighborhoods rather than concentrated in a single location.

Parking will not be provided for staff, volunteers, or vendors. Please plan your journey in advance and allow extra time, as match-day traffic impacts are expected throughout the city. We strongly encourage the use of public transportation. For transportation options and trip-planning resources, please visit the Sea26 transportation page.

Please bring only essential items to your assigned location. Secure storage is not guaranteed, and we recommend leaving valuables at home.

  • First aid locations will be identified in the Staff & Volunteer Handbook.
  • Site maps will be distributed at check-in and shared in advance via email.
  • In case of emergency, follow instructions from on-site supervisors or public safety personnel.

Seattle Fan Celebrations are committed to accessibility and inclusion. For accessibility information or to request special accommodations, please contact info@seattlefwc26.com in advance of your shift or participation.

The following items are not permitted at activation sites or during shifts:

  • Pyrotechnics or open flames
  • Firearms or weapons of any kind
  • Alcohol or illegal drugs during working or volunteer shifts

 

Additional site-specific restrictions may apply and will be communicated in advance.