Los Angeles World Cup 26 Fan Zone at Venice Beach
About this Event
Quarter-final weekend at the Venice boardwalk.
On Friday, July 10 and Saturday, July 11, 2026, the Los Angeles World Cup 26 Fan Zone at Venice Beach turns one of the most iconic boardwalks in America into the global gathering point for the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals.
The boardwalk activation and the Windward Avenue Block Party between Speedway and Pacific are free and open to the public on Saturday, July 11 — no ticket required. Live match broadcasts on a stadium-grade LED screen, global food vendors, live music, family programming, and the energy of Venice in summer.
For fans who want premium views, dedicated seating, and after-party access, the Premium Watch Party and VIP (21+) ticketed experiences at Windward Plaza are available through this page.
Live match broadcasts generously provided by FOX. Produced in coordination with the LA World Cup 2026 Host Committee.
The Experience — Three Ways In:
🟢 FREE | Public Fan Zone | July 12 (Windward Block Party)
The core Fan Zone is free. No ticket required to enjoy:
The public space is the heart of this event. Bring your family, bring your friends, bring a flag — and come watch the world's biggest tournament together
🟡 PREMIUM WATCH PARTY | Windward Plaza (Friday or Saturday)
The Premium Watch Party is the ticketed match-day experience inside Windward Plaza. Includes everything in the free public Fan Zone, plus:
- Reserved access to the Watch Party viewing area with the best sightlines to the LED screen for 2 days of Quarter-Finals
- A dedicated bar serving the Watch Party, Food & Drink Stations and Activations
- Friday only: Family Watch Party ends at 3:30 PM PT
- Friday only: Admission to the official 18+ after-party from 4:00 PM PT with DJ programming (valid ID required)
- Dedicated restroom facilities
- Enhanced shade and seating
🔴 VIP (21+) | The Top Tier at Windward Plaza
Everything in the Premium Watch Party, plus:
- Dedicated VIP entrance with expedited entry
- Private VIP area with its own bar and food stalls
- Premium views of the LED screen
- VIP-only restroom facilities
- Friday only: VIP access to the official after-party from 3.30pm
VIP is 21+ across both days (valid ID required at entry).
Single-day VIP tickets and 2-Day weekend VIP bundles available.
👨👩👧 Family Tickets (Friday and Saturday)
- Children 12 and under enter the Premium Watch Party free with the purchase of an adult Premium Watch Party ticket
- Up to three free child tickets per adult Premium Watch Party purchase
- Each child requires a registered child ticket (book separately)
- Children must be accompanied by a ticketed adult at all times
- Friday only: No children admissions allowed Windward Plaza prior to the 18+ after-party transition; specific timing communicated to ticket holders in advance
The Windward Avenue Block Party (Speedway → Pacific)
From Friday to Saturday, Windward Avenue between Speedway and Pacific is closed to vehicle traffic and opened up for people.
Expect a pedestrianized, family-friendly street activation running between the boardwalk and Pacific Avenue, with:
- Live music and DJ stages
- Local food and beverage vendors
- Brand activations and Fan Zone merch
- Match viewing spillover from the main LED screen
- Family programming during the day; evening entertainment after the matches
Schedule
FRIDAY, JULY 10, 2026 — Rain or Shine
- 10:30 AM PT — Free public Fan Zone opens (Windward Block Party)
- 10:30 AM PT — Windward Plaza (Premium Watch Party + VIP) gates open
- 12:00 PM PT — Quarter-final broadcast from SoFi Stadium
- 3:30 PM PT - Watch Party wraps
- Following the match — Official 18+ after-party from 4:00 PM PT with DJ programming (Premium Watch Party and VIP ticket holders, valid ID required)
- 10:00 PM PT — Programming wraps
SATURDAY, JULY 11, 2026 — Rain or Shine
- 12:00 PM PT — Free public Fan Zone opens (Windward Block Party)
- 12:00 PM PT — Windward Plaza (Premium Watch Party + VIP) gates open
- 2:00 PM PT — First quarter-final broadcast
- 6:00 PM PT — Second quarter-final broadcast
- Following the second match — Closing programming with live music (all ages welcome in the free public Fan Zone; VIP area remains 21+)
- 10:00 PM PT — Programming wraps
Saturday's back-to-back matches fill the day and the evening. Programming is family-friendly throughout. Match teams will be confirmed following the Round of 16.
Agenda
🕑: 10:00 AM - 03:30 PM
Friday
Info: Watch Party open for all ages showing the QF 2 game with a host of entertainment and DJ and Live Music talent either side of the match.
🕑: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
Info: Two AMAZING Quarter Finals from 2-4PM PT and 6-8PM PT with a whole day of entertainment from DJs to live artists, activations and more.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 120.00
