The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins tomorrow, bringing visitors from around the world to our region. Here's what South King County residents should know about transportation, local events, and ways to participate close to home.
World Cup Match Schedule & Travel Planning
Seattle will host six FIFA World Cup matches at Lumen Field on:
June 15 — 12:00 PM | June 19 — 12:00 PM
June 24 — 12:00 PM | June 26 — 8:00 PM
July 1 — 1:00 PM | July 6 — 5:00 PM
Residents should expect heavier traffic, busier transit stations, and increased activity throughout the region on match days, particularly near Sea-Tac Airport, Link light rail stations, and downtown Seattle. If you are traveling to the airport, commuting into Seattle, or attending major events, consider allowing extra travel time.
Resources for travel updates, road closures, pedestrian routes, and transportation planning resources:
Attending a Match?
For South King County riders, Stadium Station is the preferred Link light rail station for access to Lumen Field. Riders traveling north from Federal Way, Kent/Des Moines, Star Lake, Angle Lake, SeaTac/Airport, Tukwila International Boulevard, or Rainier Beach should exit at Stadium Station and follow the marked pedestrian route to the stadium.
South King County will play an important role throughout the tournament. Sea-Tac Airport, Link light rail, local hotels, restaurants, and small businesses will help welcome visitors from around the world to our region.
SeaTac
SeaTac will host community gathering spaces, family-friendly activities, and opportunities to experience the city's diverse restaurants and small businesses. Learn more and see information on the events here.
Tukwila
Tukwila is celebrating with watch parties, community events, and cultural programming throughout the tournament. Learn more and view the full calendar of events at tukwila26.com.
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Renton
Renton will host World Cup watch parties and community events at Legacy Square while welcoming Team Belgium to train at the Seattle Sounders facility. Learn more and view the full calendar of events at Visit Renton.
Des Moines
Des Moines is hosting a free soccer skills clinic for kids ages 3-12 at the Field House from 10 - 11:30 AM and then a watch party starting at 12 PM at the Des Moines Theater.
Register for the soccer clinic here
Register for the watch party here
⚽ Free Youth Soccer Clinic
June 14 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Foster High School, Tukwila
Open to all youth players ages 7-14
Register Here
With visitors arriving through Sea-Tac Airport and traveling throughout the region, the tournament presents opportunities for local businesses, restaurants, hotels, and attractions to connect with new customers.
Looking for the latest tournament information? For additional information about match schedules, fan events, volunteer opportunities, and tournament activities, visit SeattleFWC26, the local organizing committee for Seattle's role as a FIFA World Cup 26™ host city.
The World Cup is a once-in-a-generation opportunity for South King County to welcome visitors from around the world and showcase our communities. Whether you're attending a match, supporting a local business, or participating in a community event, I hope you'll take part in the celebration.
As always, thank you for the opportunity to serve you.
 Steffanie Fain
King County Councilmember | District 5
steffanie.fain@kingcounty.gov
206-477-1005
kingcounty.gov/fain
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