The Fan Zones will amplify and complement Philadelphia’s 39-day FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill Park — extending the World Cup’s energy and economic impact across PA
PHILADELPHIA — Pennsylvania soccer fans will have the chance to enjoy the 2026 FIFA World Cup events by gathering at three “Fan Zones” across the commonwealth.
Governor Josh Shapiro and Visit PA, in partnership with Philadelphia Soccer 2026 — the nonprofit host committee planning and executing FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in Philadelphia — on Thursday announced the official locations of three “Pennsylvania World Cup Fan Zones,” which will bring the electricity of the world’s biggest sporting event to communities across the Commonwealth.
The Fan Zones, which Shapiro says ensures that every Pennsylvanian can experience the magic of FIFA World Cup 2026, will be located in Pittsburgh, Reading, and Scranton — bringing free, world-class public viewing events to tens of thousands of fans.
The Fan Zones “will amplify and complement Philadelphia’s 39-day FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill Park — extending the World Cup’s energy and economic impact far beyond Southeastern Pennsylvania,” organizers said in a press release.
Each Fan Zone will offer large-screen broadcasts of FIFA World Cup 2026 Knockout Round matches, live entertainment, interactive soccer fan experiences, and food and beverages — all free of charge and designed to be accessible to fans of every background.
Fan Zones will be located in:
Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh Football Stadium, home of the Pittsburgh SteelersReading — Santander Arena, a downtown multi-purpose arenaScranton — Lackawanna County Courthouse Square, an iconic outdoor park in the heart of downtown Scranton
Fan Zone events will take place during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Knockout Rounds, July 3–19, 2026, and will be free and open to the public.
“Pennsylvania is excited to host some of the best games of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and these Pennsylvania World Cup Fan Zones will bring the action directly to Pennsylvanians all across our Commonwealth with free events where fans can watch the games, gather with friends, and enjoy food, drinks, and live entertainment,” Shapiro said. “Hosting one of the biggest sporting events in the world is an incredible opportunity for our businesses, our communities, and our people. The Commonwealth is all in and we look forward to showing the world what Pennsylvania is all about.”
To support both Fan Zones and statewide legacy initiatives, “The Commonwealth Club” was created in January 2025. This initiative brought together public and private Pennsylvania organizations, and companies, extending beyond the five-county Philadelphia region, to provide unique fan experiences while also supporting legacy work spearheaded by Philadelphia Soccer 2026 in partnership with the U.S. Soccer Foundation.
“A critical reason that Philadelphia was selected as a Host City for FIFA World Cup 2026 was the unwavering support we received from both public and private entities, especially the Commonwealth and Visit PA,” said Daniel J. Hilferty, Co-chair, Philadelphia Soccer 2026; Chairman and CEO, Comcast Spectacor. “However, we always knew two things. First, our hosting responsibilities extended beyond Southeastern Pennsylvania, and second, so many people and organizations wanted to be part of this incredible event.
“It’s no surprise that so many have rallied together to ensure that Pennsylvania is well positioned for the summer of 2026. To have these Fan Zones across the Commonwealth — in addition to our signature FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill Park in Philadelphia — will fulfill our vision for hosting this event: to unite the Commonwealth in sharing our rich history, heritage, and passion for sports with the world.”
In Pittsburgh, fans will gather on the field itself inside Pittsburgh Stadium (Acrisure Stadium) — home of the Steelers — to watch Knockout Round matches on the stadium’s 28-by-96-foot screen.
In Reading — a city where nearly 70% of the population is Hispanic/Latino — The Santander Arena will host bilingual watch parties in English and Spanish, reflecting the global spirit of the game.
And in Scranton, the historic Lackawanna County Courthouse Square will be transformed into a vibrant outdoor Fan Zone, with a stage and LED screen wall built on Washington Avenue for crowds of up to 5,000.
PITTSBURGH FAN ZONE
Pittsburgh Football Stadium (Acrisure Stadium)
100 Art Rooney Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
Saturday, July 4, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
1 p.m.: Round of 16 Knockout Match
5 p.m.: Round of 16 Knockout Match
Sunday, July 5, 2 p.m. – 9 p.m.
4 p.m.: Round of 16 Knockout Match
8 p.m.: Round of 16 Knockout Match
Thursday, July 9, 2 p.m. – 7 p.m.
4 p.m.: Quarterfinal Match
Sunday, July 19, 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.
READING FAN ZONE
700 Penn Street, Reading, PA
Friday, July 3, Noon – 11:30 p.m.
2 p.m.: Round of 32 Knockout Match
6 p.m.: Round of 32 Knockout Match
9:30 p.m.: Round of 32 Knockout Match
Saturday, July 4, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
1 p.m.: Round of 16 Knockout Match
5 p.m.: Round of 16 Knockout Match
Saturday, July 18, 3 p.m. – 8 p.m.
5 p.m.: World Cup Bronze Final
Sunday, July 19, 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.
SCRANTON FAN ZONE
Lackawanna County Courthouse Square
N. Washington Avenue & Linden Street, Scranton, PA
Saturday, July 4, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
1 p.m.: Round of 16 Knockout Match
5 p.m.: Round of 16 Knockout Match
Sunday, July 5, 2 p.m. – 9 p.m.
4 p.m.: Round of 16 Knockout Match
8 p.m.: Round of 16 Knockout Match
Monday, July 6, 1 p.m. – 11 p.m.
3 p.m.: Round of 16 Knockout Match
8 p.m.: Round of 16 Knockout Match
Saturday, July 18, 3 p.m. – 8 p.m.
5 p.m.: World Cup Bronze Final
Sunday, July 19, 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.