Seattle’s Final World Cup Match: Your Ultimate Guide

Seattle’s Final FIFA World Cup 2026 Match: A Guide for Fans

Seattle is set to host its final FIFA World Cup 2026 match on Monday, with Team USA facing Belgium in the Round of 16. The game will kick off at 5 p.m. at Seattle Stadium and marks the first opportunity for Team USA to reach the quarterfinals since 2002. Below is a comprehensive guide for fans looking to join in on the action.

Official Pre-Match Celebrations

USA: Pier 58

The waterfront fan experience at Pier 58 is free and organized by SeattleFWC26 and U.S. Soccer. Fans can start gathering at 10:30 a.m. and enjoy live DJs, interactive fan activations, food and beverages, and both Round of 16 matches on the big screen along the waterfront.

Belgium: House of the Devils at Victory Hall

Belgium fans can enjoy a free fan experience at Victory Hall, hosted by the Belgium Federation. It includes live DJs, food and beverages, and both Round of 16 matches will be shown. Fans will begin gathering at 11:00 a.m. at Victory Hall’s back lot in SODO.

Marches to the Match

USA

The march will leave Pier 58 at 3:00 p.m. to head to Seattle Stadium. Staging begins at 2:15 p.m. American Outlaws, a supporter group for the US Men’s National Team, will be celebrating at Harbor Steps before the march. Fans without tickets are encouraged to stay at Pier 58. Individuals joining the march without tickets will be directed to exit the march prior to approaching Seattle Stadium and encouraged to continue on to Victory Hall, Hing Hay Park, Piers 58 or 62, Seattle Center, Seattle Soccer House at Pacific Place, Brick Park, or another viewing party.

King County Metro’s Free Match Day Shuttle is a great way for non-ticket holding fans to get to these Fan Celebrations and viewing parties.

Belgium

Belgium fans will begin their march at 2:45 p.m. from Victory Hall to Seattle Stadium.

Official Fan Celebrations

Seattle has four official fan celebration sites where fans have access to watch the matches for free:

Seattle Soccer House at Pacific Place

Address: 600 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101
This location transforms 27,000 square feet of Pacific Place into an immersive celebration of global soccer and Pacific Northwest culture. It’s free, all ages are welcome and no tickets or pre-registration are needed. You can enjoy matches on a 70-foot, four-story viewing screen.

Schedule:
– Monday, July 6: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
– Portugal vs. Spain (12 p.m. – 2 p.m. PT)
– USA vs. Belgium (5 p.m. – 7 p.m. PT)
– Tuesday, July 7: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
– Argentina vs. Egypt (9 a.m. – 11 a.m.)
– Switzerland vs. Colombia (1 p.m. – 3 p.m.)

Seattle Soccer Celebration at Pier 62 & The Barge

Address: 1951 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98101
Presented by Seattle Sounders FC and Seattle Reign FC. Operating: July 5 through July 7. Free watch parties and RAVE 52 free play at Pier 62; ticketed live match viewings on The Barge.

Schedule:
– Monday, July 6:
– RAVE 52 free play at The Barge (8 a.m. to 11 a.m.)
– Portugal vs Spain / USA vs. Belgium (Round 16) at Pier 62 (11 a.m. – 8 p.m.)
– USA vs Belgium (Round 16) at The Barge (11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.) SOLD OUT
– USA vs Belgium (Round 16) at The Barge (4 p.m. – 8 p.m.) ticketed SOLD OUT

Seattle Matchday Live at Victory Hall

The Boxyard, 1201 1st Ave S. Hosted by the Seattle Mariners.
Operating daily throughout the tournament (June 11 through July 19). Free daily fan celebration, with a separate ticketed 21+ concert series. There is a 23-foot viewing screen, fan programming, food and beverage, games, and activations in the Stadium District near Seattle Stadium.

Schedule:
– Monday, July 6:
– Hours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
– Portugal vs Spain (12:00 p.m. PT)
– USA vs Belgium (5:00 p.m. PT)

Let’s Play SEA ’26, World Soccer Fan Celebration at Seattle Center

Address: Seattle Center, 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA 98109
Free, family-friendly programming across the campus. Anchored by the Armory, Seattle Center features match viewing, a Global Marketplace, cultural programming, community activations, visitor information services, and daily fan experiences. On select featured match days, the celebration expands to the Mural Amphitheatre.

Schedule:
– Monday, July 6:
– Matches shown at Mural Amphitheatre and Armory
– Portugal vs Spain (12 p.m. – 2 p.m. PT)
– DJ Lace Cadence Set (3:30 p.m. PT)
– USA vs Belgium (5 p.m. – 7 p.m. PT)
– Fire Performance (7:15 p.m. PT)
– Tuesday, July 7:
– Matches shown at Armory & KEXP
– Argentina vs Egypt (9 a.m. – 11 a.m. PT)
– Switzerland vs Colombia (1 p.m. – 3 p.m. PT)

Other Celebrations

Pioneer Square Pedestrian Zone

The Pioneer Square Pedestrian Zone will be open 30 minutes earlier than on previous match days, beginning at 12:30 p.m. The area will be pedestrian-only with motor vehicle access restricted until approximately 9 p.m. or about two hours after the match ends, depending on when crowds disperse.

“Kick It in the CID” Watch Party at Hing Hay Park

Address: Hing Hay Park, 423 Maynard Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104
Hosted by the Chinatown-International District Business Improvement Area (CIDBIA). Doors open at 4 p.m. for the 5 p.m. kickoff of the USA v Belgium match.

Street Closures

Heavy road congestion in and around downtown Seattle is expected on July 6 from approximately 12 p.m. until crowds clear after the match, anticipated to be around 9 p.m. Plan ahead, allow extra time, and use transit, walking, biking, or rolling where possible.

Public Transit

Free Match Day Shuttle

This will run on July 6 between Seattle Center and Seattle Stadium, primarily along Third Avenue, connecting the stadium and the fan celebrations at Seattle Center, Pacific Place, and Victory Hall. Service runs on July 6 from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Free Waterfront Shuttle

This runs daily from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m., connecting Seattle Center, Waterfront Park, Pioneer Square, Seattle Stadium, and the Chinatown-International District. Waterfront Shuttles will be temporarily rerouted on Match Days to continue operating to and from Chinatown-International District while avoiding street closures.

Biking

Free, secure bike valet parking is available for personal bicycles immediately south of South Dearborn Street and east of Alaskan Way.

Parking and Rideshare

There will be no publicly available parking at Seattle Stadium on July 6. Street parking is restricted within the Pioneer Square pedestrian zone beginning on July 6 at 12:30 p.m. Rideshare pickup and drop-off are geofenced away from the immediate stadium area, with designated zones in Pioneer Square, the Chinatown-International District, and SODO.

Water Taxi and Ferry

Ferries and passenger-only water taxis bring riders into downtown, a short walk or Waterfront Shuttle ride from the stadium.

Accessibility and Mobility-Restricted Access

A free Access shuttle operated by King County Metro picks up and drops off fans at the International District/Chinatown light rail station and connects to the Mariners Garage and to the 1st Avenue South and South Charles Street stop, the closest stop to Seattle Stadium. Fans with disabilities can enter Seattle Stadium at Gate 8, the gate closest to the Access shuttle drop-off.

Stadium Policies

Seattle Stadium follows a clear bag policy. Only certain types of bags are allowed inside the stadium. Fans are permitted to bring factory-sealed water bottles up to 20 ounces into the stadium. Fans should review the Stadium Code of Conduct, prohibited items, and other important pre-game information before arriving.