From June 11 to July 19, 2026, Vancouver will be one of 16 host cities for the FIFA World Cup 26™, the largest and most-watched international sporting tournament in the world. With seven matches at BC Place, hundreds of thousands of global visitors will be coming to our region to celebrate.

Business Info Session – September 24
Join the City of Vancouver’s World Cup 26™ Host Committee for a business-focused information session.

Date: Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Time: 3:00pm – 4:00pm

This is your opportunity to:

• Ask questions directly to the Host Committee.
• Learn about transportation changes around the stadium.
• Understand how your business can prepare for tournament impacts and opportunities.

Register Online Here

Road Closures & Access Restrictions
To support this global event, temporary road closures and “local traffic only” restrictions will be in place around BC Place on match days.

View Maps Here

Key Notes for Businesses:

• Businesses can remain open, however, some access restrictions may apply on match days.
• Walking and wheeling access will generally be maintained with some exceptions.
• Emergency services such as police, fire and ambulance will still be able to access all affected roads.

Resources for Businesses 

• Community Activation Playbook: Ideas and guidelines for celebrating, hosting events, and public viewing opportunities.
  • Download the Playbook
• Contact: For specific questions not addressed through the resources above, feel free to contact the Host Committee team at fwc26inquiries@vancouver.ca.

Yaletown BIA FIFA Planning Committee
As Yaletown prepares to welcome the world during the FIFA World Cup 26™, the Yaletown BIA is committed to ensuring our neighbourhood shines on the global stage. In the coming weeks, we will be reaching out to form a FIFA Planning Committee consisting of local businesses. 

This is your opportunity to:

• Share your ideas, priorities, and creative input.
• Help shape how Yaletown showcases its community spirit.
• Collaborate on ways to attract visitors and create a vibrant experience for everyone.

If you’d like to get involved, please reach out to Sarah Vallely.

In Case You Missed It

• FIFA Licensing Opportunity – BC businesses can apply to become Official Local Licenses, creating and selling FIFA-approved merchandise that reflects Vancouver’s culture. Apply here.
• Why it Matters – This program offers exclusive branding, creative freedom, and opportunities to increase visibility during the tournament.