
Guide to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in California

California will host 14 games during the 2026 FIFA World Cup™, giving fans from around the world the perfect excuse to turn game day into a full-blown Golden State adventure. Whether you’re cheering at Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium or at the San Francisco Bay Area’s Levi’s Stadium, you’ll find world-class food, vibrant neighborhoods, and unforgettable experiences just steps from the action. Use this hub to plan where to stay, eat, and explore—and discover easy ways to turn your trip into an epic California vacation.
Start Planning
Line up the basics for your trip—scoring tickets for games in both cities and getting around Los Angeles and Santa Clara.
- ExperienceEverything You Need to Know About the FIFA World Cup 2026 in California

- ExperienceBeyond the Match: 5 Itineraries from the San Francisco Bay Area

Beyond the Match: 5 Itineraries from the San Francisco Bay Area
- ExperienceBeyond the Match: 5 Itinerary Ideas from Los Angeles

Beyond the Match: 5 Itinerary Ideas from Los Angeles
- ExperienceWorld Cup 2026 in California: Fan Zones and Watch Parties

World Cup 2026 in California: Fan Zones and Watch Parties
- ExperienceInternational Travel Requirements for California

International Travel Requirements for California
- Places to VisitSan Francisco
San Francisco CountySan Francisco
- Places to VisitSanta Clara
Santa Clara CountySanta Clara
- Places to VisitLos Angeles
Los Angeles CountyLos Angeles
Los Angeles: Event City Guide
SoFi Stadium is just the beginning. Check out ideas for things to do and places to eat around Los Angeles County.
- PodcastWorld Cup in Los Angeles: Where to Experience Soccer’s Biggest Event

World Cup in Los Angeles: Where to Experience Soccer’s Biggest Event
- ExperienceWays to Play in Los Angeles

Ways to Play in Los Angeles
- ExperienceKeep the Play Going: What to Do With Six Hours in LA

Keep the Play Going: What to Do With Six Hours in LA
- Experience20 Free Things to Do in Los Angeles

20 Free Things to Do in Los Angeles
- ExperienceSoFi Stadium

SoFi Stadium
- ExperienceDining in Los Angeles

Dining in Los Angeles
- ExperienceSanta Monica Pier & Beach

Santa Monica Pier & Beach
- Road TripL.A. to the Bay: Highway 1 Road Trip for Soccer Fans

L.A. to the Bay: Highway 1 Road Trip for Soccer Fans
San Francisco: Event City Guide
Levi’s Stadium is located in Santa Clara—an invitation to play and explore in neighboring San Jose and San Francisco.
- PodcastBest Ways to Experience the World Cup in the San Francisco Bay Area

Best Ways to Experience the World Cup in the San Francisco Bay Area
- ExperienceWays to Play in San Francisco

Ways to Play in San Francisco
- ExperienceKeep the Play Going: How to Spend 10 Hours in San Francisco

Keep the Play Going: How to Spend 10 Hours in San Francisco
- ExperienceSan Jose for Sports Lovers

San Jose for Sports Lovers
- ExperienceLevi’s Stadium

Levi’s Stadium
- ExperienceDining in San Francisco

Dining in San Francisco
- ExperienceSan Jose for Foodies

San Jose for Foodies
- Road TripFrom the Bay to L.A.: The Perfect Road Trip for Soccer Fans

From the Bay to L.A.: The Perfect Road Trip for Soccer Fans