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⚽ The World Cup Is HERE: Kansas City Takes Center Stage
⚽ The World Cup Is HERE: Kansas City Takes Center Stage
The wait is over, Kansas City.
The FIFA World Cup™ has officially arrived, and for the next several weeks, our city will be at the center of the world's biggest sporting event. Fans from across the globe are filling our streets, restaurants, hotels, and stadiums as Kansas City welcomes six World Cup matches and countless celebrations throughout the metro.
Whether you're a die-hard soccer fan or simply excited to be part of this historic moment, there's no denying it: Kansas City is on the world stage.
🌎 The World Is Watching Kansas City
From June 11 through July 19, 2026, the FIFA World Cup is bringing together 48 nations and millions of fans in what has become the largest World Cup in history.
And right here in the Heart of America, Kansas City is proudly hosting six incredible matches at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.
The atmosphere throughout the city has been electric. International visitors are exploring our neighborhoods, discovering Kansas City's famous barbecue, and experiencing the hospitality that makes our community special.
For many visitors, this is their first trip to Kansas City.
Let's give them a reason to come back.
🏆 Kansas City's World Cup Match Schedule
June 16 - Tuesday 8PM
Argentina vs. Algeria
June 20 - Saturday 7PM
Ecuador vs. Curaçao
June 25 - Thursday 6PM
Tunisia vs. Netherlands
June 27 - Saturday 9PM
Algeria vs. Austria
July 3 - Friday 8:30PM
Round of 32 Match
July 11 - Saturday 8PM
Quarterfinal Match
From group-stage excitement to knockout-round drama, Kansas City is hosting some of the tournament's biggest moments.
🎉 World Cup Activities Around Kansas City
Even if you don't have a ticket to a match, there are plenty of ways to join the celebration.
Throughout the tournament, Kansas City is hosting:
⚽ Official fan festivals
🎵 Live music and entertainment
🌍 Cultural celebrations featuring participating countries
🍔 Food festivals and local restaurant specials
📺 Public watch parties across the metro
🎨 Family-friendly activities and interactive fan experiences
🏙️ Special events hosted by local businesses and community organizations
Whether you're gathering with friends at a watch party, exploring downtown festivities, or simply enjoying the international energy throughout the city, there's something happening for everyone.
📸 Share Your World Cup Memories!
One of the most exciting parts of hosting the World Cup is seeing Kansas City through the eyes of fans from around the world.
Have you attended a match?
Taken photos at a fan festival?
Met visitors from another country?
Celebrated a last-minute goal with thousands of fellow fans?
We want to see your World Cup memories!
Share your favorite photos and stories below and help us capture this historic moment in Kansas City history.
Share to:
📷 Instagram: @gaylahiatthomegroup
👍 Facebook: Hiatt Home Group
We'll be featuring community photos throughout the tournament and showcasing the excitement happening all across Kansas City.
🏙️ More Than a Tournament
The World Cup is about more than soccer.
It's about bringing people together.
It's about showcasing our city to the world.
It's about celebrating culture, community, and the moments that remind us how connected we all are.
Kansas City has spent years preparing for this opportunity, and now the moment has arrived.
As the world watches, let's show everyone what makes Kansas City such an incredible place to visit, work, and call home.
⚽ Join the Celebration
Whether you're attending a match, cheering from a watch party, volunteering at an event, or simply enjoying the excitement around town, you're part of this historic chapter in Kansas City history.
The World Cup is here.
Kansas City is ready.
Now let's make memories that will last a lifetime.
Don't forget to share those photos!❤️💚💙