Atlanta prepares for first FIFA World Cup event at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 8:16 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Atlanta is set to host its first FIFA World Cup event at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, starting five days after the tournament begins in Mexico. The FIFA Fan Festival will take place at Centennial Olympic Park, featuring live music, meet and greets with soccer stars, and family activities. The festival will last for 18 days, showcasing soccer-oriented entertainment and public gatherings leading up to the first match in the city. Officials expect a strong turnout as local residents eagerly anticipate this debut event.
- •FIFA World Cup 2026 starts in Mexico on June 15.
- •Fan Festival at Centennial Olympic Park begins June 15.
- •Event will include live music and celebrity appearances.
- •Festival activities will feature soccer games for kids.
- •Atlanta officials express readiness to welcome visitors.
- 8:16 PMYahoo Sports — Atlanta’s 1st FIFA World Cup event set to give fans big welcome
"As the FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off Thursday in Mexico, Atlanta fans still have five more days before the first match comes to Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
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