World Cup 2026: A Complete Guide to All 16 Host Cities
From Atlanta to Vancouver, here's everything you need to know about the 16 cities hosting matches at the 2026 World Cup.
The 2026 World Cup will be hosted across 16 cities in three countries: 11 in the United States, 2 in Canada, and 3 in Mexico. Each city offers a unique combination of football culture, attractions, and fan experiences.
## United States (11 cities)
**Atlanta, Georgia** — Home of Mercedes-Benz Stadium, the city offers a vibrant nightlife, world-class dining, and a thriving music scene. The official fan zone is at Centennial Olympic Park.
**Boston, Massachusetts** — Historic city with the Freedom Trail, Fenway Park, and Harvard University. The fan zone is at Boston Common.
**Dallas, Texas** — The home of AT&T Stadium, with a thriving arts scene, the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, and the famous Tex-Mex cuisine.
**Houston, Texas** — The energy capital of the world, with NASA's Johnson Space Center and the Museum District. The fan zone is at Discovery Green.
**Inglewood, California** — Home of SoFi Stadium, located in the Los Angeles metro area. The fan zone is at the Hollywood Park complex.
**Kansas City, Missouri** — Famous for its barbecue, jazz heritage, and the world's second-largest collection of fountains. The fan zone is at Union Station.
**Miami, Florida** — A diverse, multicultural city with South Beach, the Everglades, and a thriving Latin American food scene. The fan zone is at Bayfront Park.
**New York / New Jersey** — The largest metropolitan area in the US, with the Statue of Liberty, Times Square, and Central Park. The fan zone is at Liberty State Park.
**Philadelphia, Pennsylvania** — The birthplace of American independence, with the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and a thriving food scene. The fan zone is at the Philadelphia Museum of Art steps.
**San Francisco Bay Area, California** — Home of Levi's Stadium, with the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and Silicon Valley. The fan zone is at Civic Center Plaza.
**Seattle, Washington** — A major tech hub with the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, and a thriving coffee culture. The fan zone is at the Seattle Center.
## Canada (2 cities)
**Toronto, Ontario** — The largest city in Canada, with the CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum, and a thriving arts scene. The fan zone is at Nathan Phillips Square.
**Vancouver, British Columbia** — A coastal city with Stanley Park, Granville Island, and the surrounding mountains. The fan zone is at the PNE Forum.
## Mexico (3 cities)
**Guadalajara, Jalisco** — The birthplace of mariachi music, with a thriving food scene and the Hospicio Cabañas. The fan zone is at Plaza de Armas.
**Mexico City, CDMX** — The capital of Mexico and the largest city in North America, with the Zócalo, Teotihuacán, and a vibrant arts scene. The fan zone is at the Zócalo.
**Monterrey, Nuevo León** — The industrial capital of northern Mexico, with a dramatic mountain backdrop and a thriving culinary scene. The fan zone is at the Macroplaza.