{"id":245108,"date":"2026-07-16T18:58:16","date_gmt":"2026-07-16T18:58:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/245108\/"},"modified":"2026-07-16T18:58:16","modified_gmt":"2026-07-16T18:58:16","slug":"pennsylvania-world-cup-fan-zone-scranton-scranton-pa-4","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/245108\/","title":{"rendered":"Pennsylvania World Cup Fan Zone Scranton | Scranton, PA"},"content":{"rendered":"

PA World Cup Fan Zone Scranton | Courthouse Square in Scranton
\nSaturday, July 4, 5, 18 & 19, 2026<\/p>\n

The Pennsylvania World Cup Fan Zone Scranton takes over Courthouse Square<\/a> in Scranton, PA<\/a> on July 4, 5, 18 and 19, 2026, with free FIFA World Cup 2026\u2122 watch parties<\/a>, free live concerts, giant match broadcasts and family-friendly activities. The outdoor event is free and open to the public, and no tickets are required.<\/p>\n

Presented by Philadelphia Soccer 2026 and Visit PA, the Scranton Fan Zone is one of only three official Pennsylvania World Cup Fan Zones and serves as Northeastern Pennsylvania\u2019s destination for FIFA World Cup 2026\u2122 watch parties. Fans can watch Round of 16 matches, the FIFA World Cup 2026\u2122 Bronze Final and the FIFA World Cup 2026\u2122 Final on a 13-by-29-foot LED video screen, with additional screens throughout Courthouse Square. Each event day also features a free live concert before the featured match.<\/p>\n

Featured Concerts<\/p>\n

The Fan Zone\u2019s entertainment lineup features nationally touring acts and regional performers throughout the event.<\/p>\n

Saturday, July 4 \u2014 Cruel Summer: Live Band Tribute to Taylor Swift<\/a>
Sunday, July 5 \u2014 Eco Del Sur<\/a>
Sunday, July 5 \u2014 The Wankers<\/a>
Saturday, July 18 \u2014 Hanson<\/a>
Sunday, July 19 \u2014 Tonic<\/a><\/p>\n

Fan Experiences<\/p>\n

Beyond the matches and live concerts, visitors can enjoy the ONVO Kids Zone, soccer skills clinics on a custom turf field, an LED soccer simulator, food trucks, giveaways and interactive soccer activities. Adults 21 and older can visit the Michelob Ultra Beer Garden, while families can enjoy activities throughout the day. On Sunday, July 5, guests can also explore the America250 traveling museum exhibit.<\/p>\n

Event Schedule<\/p>\n

Saturday, July 4 | 11:00 AM\u20138:00 PM<\/p>\n

Sunday, July 5 | 2:00 PM\u201311:00 PM<\/p>\n

2:00 PM \u2013 Eco Del Sur<\/a>
\n4:00 PM \u2013 FIFA World Cup 2026\u2122 Round of 16: Brazil vs. C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire or Norway
\n6:00 PM \u2013 The Wankers<\/a>
\n8:00 PM \u2013 FIFA World Cup 2026\u2122 Round of 16: Mexico or Ecuador vs. England or DR Congo<\/p>\n

Saturday, July 18 | 3:00 PM\u20138:00 PM<\/p>\n

3:00 PM \u2013 Hanson<\/a>
\n5:00 PM \u2013 FIFA World Cup 2026\u2122 Bronze Final (Third Place Match)<\/p>\n

Sunday, July 19 | 1:00 PM\u20136:00 PM<\/p>\n

1:00 PM \u2013 Tonic<\/a>
\n3:00 PM \u2013 FIFA World Cup 2026\u2122 Final<\/p>\n

Experience Downtown Scranton<\/p>\n

The Fan Zone places visitors in the center of Downtown Scranton, within walking distance of restaurants, breweries, museums, murals and local shops. Spend the day exploring downtown before and after the matches and live concerts.<\/p>\n

Frequently Asked Questions<\/p>\n

Do I need tickets?
No. Admission to the Pennsylvania World Cup Fan Zone Scranton is free, and no tickets are required. Advance registration is encouraged to help manage capacity.
\nWhere can I park?
Parking is available nearby at the Medallion Garage, Casey Garage, Connell Garage, Linden Garage, Electric City Garage and The Marketplace at Steamtown Garage during mall hours.
\nWhat can I expect at the Fan Zone?
Visitors can enjoy live FIFA World Cup 2026\u2122 match broadcasts, free concerts, food trucks, the Michelob Ultra Beer Garden, family-friendly activities and interactive soccer experiences throughout the event.
\nIs the Fan Zone outdoors?
Yes. The Pennsylvania World Cup Fan Zone takes place outdoors at Courthouse Square in Downtown Scranton.<\/p>\n

The Pennsylvania World Cup Fan Zone Scranton brings free FIFA World Cup 2026\u2122 match viewing, live concerts and interactive fan experiences to Downtown Scranton.<\/p>\n

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