Vancouver, BC One of the biggest, most popular sports on the planet, soccer's (AKA football's) FIFA World Cup comes to the Pacific NorthWest, June 11 to July 29, 2026! Read on for event listings and more info, and bookmark this page to keep track of FIFA World Cup community events happening in BC throughout FWC26.
In the host province of British Columbia, events across BC give you the chance to connect the elite game to the grassroots love of the sport. Whether in Vancouver, Comox, Delta, Prince George, the Alberni Valley or even Haida Gwaii, you'll find watch parties, celebrations and, no doubt, friendly games of soccer breaking out.
Where will you be, and how will you get in the mix?
Watch this preview via BCTourismFC for a primer on the festivities ahead
In addition to official FWC26 events, BC communities will add to the festive fun with outdoor and cultural events happening across the province all summer.
If you're visiting BC to attend the World Cup, you'll want to explore our events calendar for more things to do beyond your FIFA activities as well. But let's get to the main event.
Here's a quick rundown of the FWC26 games being played in Vancouver this summer.
Around these matches, you'll find FWC26 festivities across BC.
Communities currently hosting FWC26 events in BC include: Alberni Valley (in partnership with Hupacaseth, Tseshaht and Huu-ay-aht First Nations), Comox, Coquitlam, Central Coast Regional District, Delta, Haida Gwaii, Langford and Prince George.
FIFA World Cup 2026 is the world championship soccer/football tournament. In 2026, the FWC26 is being jointly hosted by Canada, the USA and Mexico. Canada's games take place in Vancouver, BC.
For more info on the tournament, visit the official FIFA 2026 World Cup website.
Who's playing in FWC26? Get more information on all the teams playing in the tournament here.
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