WORLD CUP ATLANTA
Atlanta FIFA World Cup 2026 — Everything Visitors Need to Know
8 matches. 1 semifinal. Here's the complete picture for anyone traveling to Atlanta for the tournament.
Atlanta is hosting 8 FIFA World Cup 2026 matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium — including a semifinal. The tournament runs June 11 through July 19, 2026. See the full Atlanta match schedule.
The venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Downtown Atlanta. 71,000+ capacity. Retractable roof. During the tournament it will officially be called Atlanta Stadium per FIFA rules. Nearest MARTA: SEC District Station — 2-minute walk.
Getting there: Take MARTA. Blue or Green Line to SEC District Station. $2.50 flat fare. Do not drive — roads restrict access hours before kickoff and parking runs $40–80+.
Bag policy: Clear bags only. Maximum 12×6×12 inches. No exceptions. The wrong bag means no entry.
The stadium is cashless. Card payments only inside the venue.
Free events: The FIFA Fan Festival runs at Centennial Olympic Park before every match — free entry, no ticket needed. Decatur WatchFest 26 runs the full 34 days of the tournament with free outdoor screenings and live concerts. decaturwatchfest26.com
Atlanta in June and July averages 88–92°F with high humidity. Carry water. Use sunscreen. Wear light clothing.
The full ATL Match Mode guide covers all of this — stadium logistics, MARTA routes, hotel zones, match day timeline, neighborhoods, dining, and a 3-day Atlanta itinerary. 32 pages. Free PDF.
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