This crowd is global.This spirit is local.
Celebrate the 2026 Games in the U District
U District's World Soccer Fan Celebration
Two days. Two matches. One neighborhood.
The final two matches of the world's biggest soccer tournament are the most-watched sporting events on the planet. On July 18 & 19, the U District is your front-row seat: outside, together, and free.
July 18 & 19, directly above the U District light rail station
Free and open to all ages. No tickets required.
What's Happening
For the final weekend of the tournament, we're transforming the heart of the neighborhood into a two-day celebration of soccer, community, and pure global energy. Watch the third-place match and the championship final live on a giant LED screen. Catch live music, youth soccer zone, and other activities all weekend. Then stay for a soccer-themed movie under the summer sky. Everyone is welcome: all ages, all abilities, all fans, and the soccer-curious too.
You Voted, and the Winner Is...
Shaolin Soccer (2001) takes the crown in our audience movie vote. Join us Saturday at 7pm for this beloved martial-arts soccer comedy on our giant LED screen. Thanks to everyone who cast a ballot.
Schedule at a Glance
Saturday, July 18
9am - Nearby: U District Farmers Market (until 2pm)
10am - Youth Soccer Zone opens / family activities begin
2pm - Third-place match on the big screen
4pm* - Live music with Farplane
5pm* - Live music with Leo Leo
7pm* - Outdoor movie: Shaolin Soccer (2001) - PG-13
10pm* - Thanks for coming, see you tomorrow!
Sunday, July 19
10am - Marching band opens the day
10am - Youth Soccer Zone opens / family activities begin
12pm - Championship final on the big screen
3pm* - Live music with Craetorus
5pm* - Live music with Steven Wang Band
7pm* - Celebration concludes
Full Schedule
Arrive early: first come, standing room welcome. Bring a low chair or blanket for the movie.
* Start times are dependent on the finish of the soccer match. Some flexibility is requested.
Getting Here Is the Easy Part
The square sits directly above U District Station. Step off the train and you're at the party. Frequent buses, protected bike lanes, and the most walkable neighborhood in Seattle do the rest. No event parking is provided, and you won't miss it.
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Sponsors
Hosted by U District Advocates. This event is supported by the Seattle Office of Arts & Culture.
Questions? Contact soccer@udistrict.org
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Seattle, Washington USA