{"id":213280,"date":"2026-06-10T06:08:06","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T06:08:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/quixnet.net\/wpinstance\/dont-have-world-cup-tickets-heres-where-to-watch-matches-in-atlanta-usa-today\/"},"modified":"2026-06-10T06:08:06","modified_gmt":"2026-06-10T06:08:06","slug":"dont-have-world-cup-tickets-heres-where-to-watch-matches-in-atlanta-usa-today","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/quixnet.net\/wpinstance\/dont-have-world-cup-tickets-heres-where-to-watch-matches-in-atlanta-usa-today\/","title":{"rendered":"Don't have World Cup tickets? Here's where to watch matches in Atlanta – USA Today"},"content":{"rendered":"

It’s the final countdown to the biggest sporting event in the world, and a major part of the tournament will take place right here in Atlanta<\/a>.
The FIFA 2026 World Cup<\/a> kicks off on Thursday, with the first match played in Atlanta on June 15, meaning hundreds of thousands of soccer fans will be flooding into the city over the next week.
But while many will make their way inside the Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz Stadium), many more don’t have tickets to watch the matches. Ticket prices have become a major controversy for FIFA, who used dynamic ticket pricing<\/a> for the group stage for the first time, causing some match prices to spike.
Don’t have a ticket to a World Cup match but still want to be part of the historic event in Atlanta<\/a>? Here are some other spots to cheer on your favorite teams with other fans around the city.
Just steps away from the World Cup stadium, Centennial Olympic Park at the heart of Atlanta’s entertainment district will host the official FIFA Fan Festival for the entirety of the soccer tournament.
Launching on June 11, the Fan Festival will include a massive viewing screen to check out all of the World Cup matches, activities for fans like a soccer pitch, concerts, an ode to Georgia and more. You can register for free general admission<\/a> passes, with plus passes and VIP experiences on sale.
Don’t want to fight traffic trying to get to Centennial Park? You can find another major watch festival in the City of Decatur, just a few miles away.
The Decatur WatchFest ’26<\/a> begins on June 11 and will include free daily match showings on outdoor screens, live music on a new stage, food trucks, play areas for kids, and other “WatchSpots” at local restaurants and bars for fans to catch every match of the tournament.
The closest thing to being inside the stadium might be the giant screen at COSM.
By using a domed, massive LED display, sport and event fans can feel like they are sitting inside Mercedes-Benz and part of the action. Fans can purchase tickets to the Dome reserved seating to be immersed in the fan experience, or buy tickets to the Hall or general admission where large screens create the ultimate sports bar viewing.
Many World Cup matches will be played inside the Dome, but check COSM’s website for specific match details<\/a> and ticket prices.
For two days in June, the Atlanta Beltline will host musical artists, World Cup match screenings, local and international food, performances, DJs and more at Atlanta Beltline Fest.
The festival will be hosted on June 20 and 21 at Pittsburgh Yards from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., bringing together World Cup fans and the greater Atlanta culture.
Aside from musical guests, there will be field games, soccer clinics, cooking demos, food trucks, and plenty of activities for the entire family. You can book your spot<\/a> at the festival through the Atlanta Beltline website.
On Atlanta’s north side, fans can stop in to CityBar. & Cafe for World Cup watch parties throughout the tournament. In collaboration with Casamigos Tequila and Visit Sandy Springs, there will be margaritas, giveaways and halftime entertainment, along with live broadcasts<\/a> of ever match.
On June 12 and 19 and July 11, 18 and 19, there will also be outdoor fan activation events with merchandise, locker decor and interactive activities.
In the Londzell Performing Arts Theatre in Tucker, on Atlanta’s east side, fans can reserve free tickets to the ultimate World Cup watch experience.
On June 24 for the Haiti versus Morocco match, general admission is free<\/a> and comes with a welcome drink, live entertainment, gourmet food options and live match viewing. Fans can also purchase suites and various fan experiences ranging from $2,000 to nearly $5,000. Suites include premium seating, bar packages, gourmet tasting menus, concierge service and other interactive options available to all guests.
These match options are just the tip of the iceberg for local watch events across the city of Atlanta. Make sure to check out your local bars, restaurants and community spaces for more World Cup activities throughout the tournament.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta Stadium) will host five group stage matches, a round of 32 match, a round of 16 match and one of the tournament’s semifinal match.
Irene Wright covers the FIFA World Cup as the Atlanta Connect reporter with USA Today\u2019s Deep South Connect team. Find her on X @IreneEWright or email her at ismith@usatodayco.com.<\/em><\/p>\n

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