Philadelphia opens largest World Cup Fan Festival ahead of matches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 10:06 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Philadelphia has opened the FIFA Fan Fest at Lemon Hill in Fairmount Park as part of its preparations for the World Cup. The site is the largest among the 11 host cities and spans a million square feet, featuring games, food, retail tents, and large screens for viewing matches. Fans can enjoy concerts and activities even on non-match days, with a kickoff concert by Luis Fonsi scheduled for tonight. This initiative aims to provide a vibrant gathering space for supporters ahead of Philadelphia's first World Cup match on Sunday.
- •Fan Fest spans a million square feet in Fairmount Park.
- •Activities include games, food, and large screens for match viewing.
- •Concerts will occur even on days without matches.
- •Luis Fonsi's concert is scheduled for tonight after the Mexico match.
- •Philadelphia's first World Cup match takes place on Sunday.
- 10:06 AMYahoo Sports — Philadelphia opens largest World Cup Fan Festival in Fairmount Park for ultimate soccer experience
"Of the 11 cities hosting matches, Philadelphia has the largest fan fest site.
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