WC 2026 Host City · USA
BBQ, jazz, and beautiful football
Stadium
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
Capacity
76,000
Matches
6 matches
Summer Temp
90°F / 32°C
Currency
USD
No light rail to Arrowhead. Rent a car or use Uber — that's not changing for the World Cup. But this is the best tailgate city in America: the parking lot culture at Arrowhead is legendary, people set up full BBQ rigs 3 hours before kickoff, and every fan is welcome. Accept every invitation. The FIFA fan festival near the WWI Museum requires an advance digital pass (free, capped at 25,000) — get yours from FIFA.com early.
Arrive at the stadium
90 min
before kickoff — security queues are long on WC matchdays
Bag Policy
Clear bag only, max 12×6×12 inches. No backpacks of any kind — including clear backpacks. One small clutch up to 4.5×6.5 inches allowed.
Cashless Stadium — Cards Only
No cash accepted inside. Make sure your card works internationally and has no foreign transaction fees.
Alcohol Policy
Alcohol sold inside stadium in designated areas. No outside food or drinks. Age limits: USA 21+, Canada 19+, Mexico 18+. Strict ID enforcement.
Fan Zone
FIFA Fan Festival at WWI Museum (June 11–July 11) — free, 25K cap, cashless-only
Exit Strategy
Drive or rideshare — no direct transit from Arrowhead. Rideshare zones are organized. Or tailgate for an hour and let traffic clear.
Cell Service & Apps
Verizon and AT&T solid at Arrowhead. T-Mobile has gaps in the stadium bowl.
FIFA Fan Festival Kansas City
location_onNational WWI Museum and Memorial (south lawn), 2 Memorial Dr, Kansas City, MO 64108
Official FIFA Fan Festival. Free admission but requires advance digital QR pass — capacity capped. Cashless-only (credit/debit only at all points of sale).
Capacity
76,000
87% of largest WC venue (Azteca, 87,500)
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