Did you know that the FIFA World Cup™ is coming to the Seattle region in the summer of 2026? Seattle will host six matches during the largest sporting event in the world. The excitement of such a large event will ripple far beyond downtown Seattle. With over more than 750,000 visitors expected across the region, Lynnwood is poised to play a key role in this global sporting event.
As the northern terminus of Link Light rail and central hub along I-5 and I-405, Lynnwood is positioned to welcome international visitors, day-trippers, and soccer fans from across the world. Whether you own a business, work in hospitality, or call Lynnwood home, this major event will bring opportunities and impacts to our community.
The City of Lynnwood is committed to keeping our residents and businesses informed and ready. This page will be regularly updated with news, resources, and announcements about how Lynnwood is preparing for the World Cup. Sign up for Lynnwood's eNews to stay informed as updates roll out. If you are a business, take our readiness survey and share what support your business needs to prepare for next year.
Interested in hosting a watch party? Download the Watch Party Playbook(PDF, 2MB) to learn all of the regulations and requirements to host a watch party during the matches.
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Watch Party Playbook(PDF, 2MB)
Snohomish County Business Playbook
World Cup Ready Business Resources
Snohomish County Tourism Partner Toolkit
Soccer Photo Library provided by Discover Snohomish County
World Cup Ready Resources by Seattle Metro Chamber
Snohomish County Marketing Toolkit
Take our readiness survey and let us know what type of support your business needs to prepare for the soccer tournament.
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