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FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston Announces Tickets Now on Sale for Club 104 and Cabana Premium Hospitality Experience
The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee today announced that tickets are now on sale for Club 104, a premium hospitality experience designed for fans seeking an elevated way to experience FIFA Fan Festival ™ Houston throughout the tournament. Located within the FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston footprint, Club 104 will offer guests access to an exclusive hospitality environment featuring premium seating, air conditioning, and elevated amenities, including complimentary snack

FWC26 Houston
May 292 min read


FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston announces Aramco Arena as its official pitch
The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee confirmed today that its Official Houston World Cup 2026™ Host City Supporter, Aramco, will supply and host the official ‘Aramco Arena’ soccer pitch —the internationally recognized term for a soccer field—at the FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston. The Aramco Arena will be a centerpiece of the FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston, where fans, youth teams and community groups will come together to play, learn, practice and develop their skills. Th

FWC26 Houston
May 273 min read


FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston to Celebrate the City's Culture Through Local Food, Music, and Art
The FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston is set to deliver a memorable celebration of the city’s rich culture, bringing together world-class football energy with the unmistakable flavors, sounds, and spirit of Houston. Anchored by a dynamic lineup of local food vendors and live entertainers, the event will highlight Houston’s spirit and diversity. Fans attending the FIFA Fan Festival ™ Houston can expect a curated selection of nearly 20 local food options, including: Asian Streetness

FWC26 Houston
May 263 min read


Hunton Group Named Official Houston World Cup 2026 Host City Supporter
The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee is proud to announce Hunton Group as an Official Host City Supporter, reinforcing Houston’s commitment to delivering a world-class tournament experience through strong local collaborations and industry expertise. As part of its role, Hunton Group will provide comprehensive air conditioning and HVAC services for the FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston, supporting key environments including VIP spaces, Houston Hall, and critical back-of-ho

FWC26 Houston
Apr 171 min read


Democratic Republic of Congo to Hold Base Camp in Houston for FIFA World Cup 2026™
The Democratic Republic of Congo delegation visits Houston ahead of selecting the city as their Team Base Camp for FIFA World Cup 2026™ The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee proudly announces that Houston will serve as the official base camp location for the Democratic Republic of Congo during the global soccer tournament, further solidifying the city’s role as a premier destination for world-class soccer. Houston will serve as one of 48 sites across North America

FWC26 Houston
Apr 152 min read


24 Youth Soccer Teams Punch Their Ticket to the Road to the Cup, Presented by Reliant, Finals at FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston
After two weekends of competitive play, 24 standout youth soccer teams have earned their right to play at FIFA Fan Festival ™ Houston this summer in the Road to the Cup, presented by Reliant 7v7 Youth Soccer Tournament Finals. The qualifying teams emerged from 126 teams representing 55 youth soccer clubs, with more than 1,500 athletes participating in the tournament. Now, the top teams across 12 age divisions will take the field on the Aramco Pitch this summer, competing in a

FWC26 Houston
Mar 192 min read


Impact Houston 26 Unites Dozens of Organizations to Advance Green Corridor for a Greener Future
The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee is proud to advance the Green Corridor, an initiative to highlight resilience and sustainable transit across the 14-mile loop connecting FIFA World Cup 2026™ venues. The Green Corridor concept, which originated in 2024 with the Sustainability Subcommittee led by Elizabeth Carlson, unifies under one name the connected network of public transit routes, hike-and-bike trails and public spaces that link key areas in Houston and FIF

FWC26 Houston
Mar 174 min read


Legends Loft Premium Hospitality for FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston on Sale Now
As Houston prepares to host the world’s largest sporting event, fans and corporations will have the chance to elevate their FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston experience. Premium hospitality packages for the exclusive Legends Loft — a private, air-conditioned venue accommodating up to 100 guests and featuring private restrooms and customizable catering additions — are now live, with more than 60 booking sessions available across the 34 match days of the FIFA World Cup 2026™. Taking p

FWC26 Houston
Mar 102 min read


FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee Unveils Historic-In-Breadth Grow the Game legacy initiative
The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee today unveiled FREEKICKS Soccer , a transformative new initiative launched under the Grow the Game pillar of Impact Houston 26 , the Host Committee’s legacy program. FREEKICKS Soccer is an unprecedented, collaborative effort between the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee, the City of Houston and Harris County Precincts 1-4, and the youth soccer community. It reflects the stewardship of Mayor John Whitmire, Commissioner

FWC26 Houston
Feb 274 min read


FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee Launches Citywide Talent Search for FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston
Local artists and performers invited to apply to take stage at FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston, which will open for 34 match days during the FIFA World Cup 2026™ HOUSTON, Texas (February 9, 2026) – As Houston prepares to welcome the world for FIFA World Cup 2026™, the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee announces a citywide search to showcase local talent to perform on the live stage at FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston. The goal of the search is to bring Houston’s own creativ

FWC26 Houston
Feb 92 min read
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