World Cup 2026 Host City · USA

Seattle

Coolest US venue in June — Lumen Field hosts 6 matches, walkable to Pike Place

Stadium: Lumen Field
FIFA name: Seattle Stadium
Capacity: 68,500
Roof: Open-air
Matches: 6

Matches: 6
Capacity: 69K
Indoor: No
Country: USA

Travel essentials

Metro population

4.0 million (Seattle metro)

Climate (June 2026)

Cool, dry — 14-22°C, lowest June temperatures of any US venue

Airports

Seattle-Tacoma (SEA)

Stadium surface

Natural grass

How to get to Lumen Field

Sound Transit Link Light Rail directly to Stadium Station (next door to Lumen Field), ~12 min from Downtown

Plan to arrive at least 90 minutes before kickoff for security and ticket scanning. Match-day road closures and shuttle routes are typically published 2–3 weeks before each game by FIFA and the local organising committee — check the official channels for the latest schedule.

Matches at Lumen Field

All World Cup 2026 fixtures hosted at this venue, listed in chronological order.

Group G Jun 15 · 19:00 UTC

Belgium vs Egypt

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Group D Jun 19 · 19:00 UTC

United States vs Australia

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Group B Jun 24 · 19:00 UTC

Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar

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Group G Jun 26 · 03:00 UTC (next day)

Egypt vs Iran

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Round of 32 Jul 1 · 20:00 UTC

1G vs 3A/E/H/I/J

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Round of 16 Jul 6 · 00:00 UTC (next day)

W81 vs W82

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Seattle World Cup 2026 — deep-dive guides

Long-form articles on travel logistics, ticket strategy and matchday planning for Lumen Field:

Lumen Field in Seattle hosts six World Cup 2026 matches including USMNT vs Australia and Egypt vs Iran

Guide

Seattle World Cup 2026: Lumen Field USMNT-Australia Guide

Complete guide to World Cup 2026 tickets at Seattle Stadium / Lumen Field: Belgium vs Egypt, USMNT vs Australia, Bosnia vs Qatar, Egypt vs Iran

Where to stay in Seattle

Top neighborhoods for travelling fans, balancing transit access to Lumen Field with dining, nightlife and walkability:

Pike PlaceCapitol HillBelltownBallard

Food and drink Seattle is known for

Pike Place Market seafoodCoffee shops in Capitol HillSushi in Ballard

Seattle World Cup 2026 — FAQ

Which stadium hosts World Cup 2026 matches in Seattle?

Lumen Field (FIFA tournament name: Seattle Stadium). Capacity 68,500, open-air.

How many matches does Seattle host at the 2026 World Cup?

6 matches across 3 stages.

How do I get to Lumen Field on match day?

Sound Transit Link Light Rail directly to Stadium Station (next door to Lumen Field), ~12 min from Downtown

What is the weather like in Seattle in June 2026?

Cool, dry — 14-22°C, lowest June temperatures of any US venue

Which airports serve Seattle for World Cup 2026 visitors?

Seattle-Tacoma (SEA)

Where should fans stay in Seattle?

Pike Place, Capitol Hill, Belltown are the top neighborhoods for travelling fans, balancing transit access to the stadium with dining, nightlife and walkability.

What food is Seattle known for?

Pike Place Market seafood · Coffee shops in Capitol Hill · Sushi in Ballard