World Cup 2026 in Seattle: Matches, Stadium and Travel
Seattle hosts 6 World Cup 2026 matches at Lumen Field, a 69,000-seat venue in USA. The city's tournament opens on Mon, Jun 15 and runs through Mon, Jul 6. This guide covers the fixtures, how to reach Lumen Field, where to stay, and what to do between matches.
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Of the 6 games staged in Seattle, 4 fall in the group stage and 2 are knockout fixtures. The first kicks off when Belgium meet Egypt at 12:00 local time on Mon, Jun 15. All kick-off times below are listed in Seattle's local zone (Los Angeles), so convert them to your home time before you set alarms.
| Date | Match | Kick-off (local) | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Jun 15 | Belgium vs Egypt | 12:00 | Group G |
| Fri, Jun 19 | United States vs Australia | 12:00 | Group D |
| Wed, Jun 24 | Bosnia & Herzegovina vs Qatar | 12:00 | Group B |
| Fri, Jun 26 | Egypt vs IR Iran | 20:00 | Group G |
| Wed, Jul 1 | Belgium vs Senegal | 13:00 | Round of 32 |
| Mon, Jul 6 | United States vs Belgium | 17:00 | Round of 16 |
Every confirmed World Cup 2026 fixture at Lumen Field.
The standout date for Seattle is the round of 16 between United States and Belgium on Mon, Jul 6. Because Seattle keeps 2 knockout fixtures, demand for hotels and flights spikes sharply in the back half of the tournament, so lock in refundable bookings before the bracket is set. If you are chasing more than one game here, cluster your stay around the dates in the table above rather than committing to the full window.
Flights and arrival: Seattle
Fly into Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), with direct Link Light Rail service to downtown and the stadium. From the airport, give yourself a generous buffer on matchdays — crowds peak in the three hours before kick-off at Lumen Field. Fly into Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA). Stay in Downtown Seattle, Pioneer Square, or Capitol Hill. Where you can, travel light: Lumen Field enforces a small-bag policy and queues at screening grow quickly once gates open.
Matchday transit to Lumen Field
Highly walkable city. Link Light Rail connects the airport, downtown, Capitol Hill, and stops directly at Stadium Station. Link Light Rail stops at Stadium and International District/Chinatown stations, just steps from the venue. Open-air venue that can experience drizzle even in summer. Bring light water-resistant jackets.
Seattle for visiting fans: where to base yourself
Visit Pike Place Market, sample world-class coffee, and enjoy coastal fan parks overlooking Puget Sound. Away from the football, Visit the Space Needle, explore Pike Place Market, tour the Chihuly Garden and Glass, take a ferry to Bainbridge Island, and enjoy local coffee. Seattle sits in the mid-to-upper price band; rooms near transit lines fill fast once knockout pairings are confirmed.
Popular neighbourhoods to base yourself in Seattle:
- Downtown Seattle
- Pioneer Square
- Capitol Hill
- Ballard
- Fremont
Where to eat before a game at Lumen Field
Pacific Northwest salmon sliders, garlic fries, craft ciders, and local micro-brews. Cashless. If you would rather eat in the city first, the Downtown Seattle area is an easy pre-match base before you ride out to Lumen Field.
Weather and safety in Seattle
Sitting at roughly 47.6°N, Lumen Field is one of the tournament's more northern venues, where June evenings cool off noticeably after sunset. Pleasant, dry summer, averaging 18°C to 26°C (64°F to 78°F) with long daylight hours. Pack accordingly and plan your stadium arrival around the heat of the day where relevant. Safe. Standard awareness in downtown areas and transit stations at night. Stick to official fan zones and signed transit routes around Lumen Field on matchdays.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many World Cup 2026 matches are in Seattle?
Seattle hosts 6 matches at Lumen Field, including 2 knockout-stage games.
Which stadium hosts the World Cup in Seattle?
All Seattle fixtures are played at Lumen Field, which holds 69,000 spectators. Famous for its unique clam-shell roof structure and steep seating tiers, Lumen Field sits directly next to downtown Seattle.
When does Seattle host its World Cup 2026 matches?
Seattle's fixtures run from Mon, Jun 15 to Mon, Jul 6, with kick-offs listed in Los Angeles local time.
Sofia Reyes
Host Cities Correspondent
Sofia is a North America travel writer who has lived in Mexico City, Toronto and Los Angeles. She reports on neighbourhoods, fan zones and the practical realities of each host city for visiting supporters.
Focus areas: Host city guides · Neighbourhoods & fan zones · Local transport
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