FIFA Fan Festival at Centennial Olympic Park
Where southern hospitality meets the world's greatest show
Your Fan Zone Guide
The FIFA Fan Festival in Atlanta is where you celebrate the World Cup with tens of thousands of fellow fans from around the world. Held at FIFA Fan Festival at Centennial Olympic Park, this free outdoor celebration runs for the entire tournament with giant screens, live music, food from every continent, and an electric atmosphere that only a global sporting event can create.
Atlanta's Centennial Olympic Park - built for the 1996 Olympics - proves once again it was made for global sporting events. The iconic Fountain of Rings becomes the gathering point for fans, while Mercedes-Benz Stadium looms just steps away. Spanning up to 21 days of celebration, Southern comfort food, live music from Atlanta's legendary music scene, and the warmth of southern hospitality make this fan zone feel like a family reunion for the whole world.
This guide covers everything you need to know: how to get there, what to expect, where to eat nearby, insider tips, and answers to your most common questions.
FIFA Fan Festival at Centennial Olympic Park
265 Park Ave W NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
What to Expect
Giant Screens
1/6Multiple screens positioned around the park with the Atlanta skyline as backdrop
ATL Music Stage
2/6Atlanta's world-famous hip-hop, R&B, and soul artists performing live
Southern Kitchen
3/6The best of Southern cooking: fried chicken, peach cobbler, BBQ, and sweet tea
Interactive Zone
4/6Football skills challenges, photo ops, and AR experiences
Fountain of Rings
5/6The iconic Olympic fountain - cool off with the kids between matches
Family Area
6/6Mini pitches, face painting, and activities next to the Children's Museum
Getting There
MARTA Rail
Gold/Green Line
Both stations are within a 5-minute walk of Centennial Olympic Park. MARTA connects to the airport.
Buy a Breeze Card at any MARTA station. The system runs every 10-15 minutes on event days.
Atlanta Streetcar
Downtown loop
The free Atlanta Streetcar loops through downtown with a stop at Centennial Olympic Park.
The streetcar is free and a great way to explore downtown between matches.
Rideshare
Uber/Lyft available with designated zones near the park.
The park is in the heart of downtown. Walking from most hotels is easier than dealing with event traffic.
Walk
Most downtown Atlanta hotels are within a 10-minute walk of the park.
The walk from Five Points station through downtown is shaded and passes Woodruff Park.
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16 Cities, One Global Festival
The Atlanta fan zone is open up to 21 days, june-july 2026. Check individual city schedules as dates vary by location.
Eat Nearby
Fox Bros Bar-B-Q
BBQ
Atlanta's favorite BBQ joint - smoked wings and brisket that are worth the wait
SkyLounge at Glenn Hotel
Rooftop bar with panoramic city views, craft cocktails, and a stylish crowd
Georgia Aquarium
The largest aquarium in the Western Hemisphere, right next to the fan zone
Ebrik Coffee Room
Cozy neighborhood café with locally roasted coffee and homemade pastries
World of Coca-Cola
Interactive museum celebrating Atlanta's most famous export - taste flavors from around the world
Insider Tips
The Fountain of Rings splashes on a schedule and is the best free way to cool down in the Georgia heat.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium is literally next door. Walk to the fan zone after the match for extended celebrations.
Atlanta's hip-hop scene is legendary - the fan zone music acts are worth staying for.
Sweet tea is the unofficial drink of the South. Try it if you haven't - it's everywhere.
MARTA is the best way to get around on event days. Traffic around the Centennial Olympic Park area is intense.
Don't miss the College Football Hall of Fame, also adjacent to the park, for a unique sports experience.
Weather in Atlanta
June - July 2026
Georgia humidity is real. Bring sunscreen, a hat, and a portable fan. The Fountain of Rings is perfect for cooling off.
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