Get Ready for the Excitement: Kansas City Hosts the FIFA World Cup!

Join us as Kansas City, MO, prepares to host the exciting FIFA World Cup in just 22 days! Celebrate with us as the city welcomes six international teams during this historic event, coinciding with a special birthday celebration.

The Narrative Matters encourages you to get up and get ready for the excitement! Our neighbors in Kansas City, MO, are preparing to host the highly anticipated FIFA World Cup.

In just 22 days, the largest city in Missouri will welcome six visiting teams during the tournament. The reason I chose this topic is special to me—it kicks off on my birthday! Plus, Kansas City is right here in my home state.

Kansas City Playbook

This is the Moment.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is almost here—and the world is coming with it. 

This is your chance to welcome new customers, showcase what makes your business special, and be part of a global moment like no other in history. 

KC Game Plan, presented by Sysco, helps you make the most of it—starting now. 

Are you ready? 

Fan Fest

This is your free pass to the heart of the FIFA World Cup 2026™. With the General Admission (GA) Pass, you are at the center of it all. While entry to the FIFA Fan Festival™ is free and open to the public, the GA Pass is on a first-come, first-served basis and subject to capacity limits.

General admission

Getting around in KC: Explore KC

Comfort & Convenience For Ticketholders

ConnectKC26 Stadium Direct is the best way to get to Kansas City Stadium (Arrowhead) on match day. Skip the traffic and parking with this round-trip service.

How to Ride:

A valid ConnectKC26 Pass and a valid match-day ticket are required for boarding.

Accessible parking is available for guests with a valid ADA permit on a first-come, first-served basis.

ConnectKC26 Stadium Direct park-and-ride locations will have bike racks available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Express Service – Airport To Downtown

ConnectKC26 Airport Direct is your free, easy connection between Kansas City International Airport (KCI) and downtown Kansas City, MO.

How to Ride:

A valid ConnectKC26 Pass is required.

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Bus Service To Explore The Region With Ease

ConnectKC26 Region Direct lets you explore Kansas City with unlimited rides between the FIFA Fan Festival™ and destinations across the region for dining, shopping, and entertainment. Perfect for visitors and residents looking to experience Kansas City’s diverse regional attractions.

How to Ride:

A valid ConnectKC26 Pass is required.

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More:

Now that you have the “how to go” details, feel free to explore more about FIFA. As always, stay safe during your journey. Wishing the best of luck to all the fans and teams!

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FIFA World Cup

Matches in KC

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the largest tournament in soccer history, running from June 11 to July 20, 2026. Jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, it marks the first time 48 nations will compete across 104 matches.

• Host Countries & Cities: 16 cities across Canada (Toronto, Vancouver), Mexico (Mexico City, Monterrey, Guadalajara), and the US (e.g., New York/New Jersey, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles) will host the action.
• Tournament Structure: The expanded 48-team format will feature a group stage followed by a Round of 16, Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and Final.
• The Final Showdown: The grand final match is set for July 19, 2026, and will be preceded by a historic Halftime Show co-headlined by Madonna, Shakira, and BTS at the New York New Jersey Stadium. [1, 2, 3]

Check out the official FIFA World Cup 2026 trailer to get a sneak peek at the beautiful game’s global return: FIFA World Cup 2026™ | Official Trailer | LIVE, FREE and EXCLUSIVE on SBS & SBS on Demand

F0r more in-depth information, feel free to click the links that are provided. Have fun and enjoy your visit to Kansas City, MO.

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