DAYS UNTIL FIFA WORLD CUP 26™ SF BAY AREA
Catch six World Cup 2026 matches right here in Santa Clara.
Welcome to the FIFA World Cup 26™ SF Bay Area. Santa Clara is proud to host the world’s most prestigious soccer tournament. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere as our city delivers Silicon Valley innovation to fans from every corner of the globe.
Prepare for total exhilaration.
Witness history in the making at Levi’s® Stadium, a world-class sports and entertainment venue at the center of Santa Clara. Let the love of the game captivate you at this celebration of sport, culture, and unity.
World Cup Announcements
World Cup 2026 Match schedule
The home of the San Francisco 49ers will host five group-stage matches in June of 2026 and one round of 32 in July.
Hotels shouldn’t be a game-time decision.
With over 3,000 guest rooms amid Silicon Valley’s top attractions, Santa Clara offers all the convenience and comfort you need for game day and beyond.
Join the Watch Parties
Whether you’re a local or a superfan just here for the vibes, we have the inside track on where to watch all the matches. Because you don’t wanna miss a thing, and you shouldn’t have to.
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Discover flavors of the world
For years, our kitchens have blended cultures, traditions, and stories through food. From family-run favorites to destination dining spots, Santa Clara has been serving the world all along, and you can discover it for yourself.
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Nơi ở
Hãy ở gần với hành động bằng cách nghỉ qua đêm tại Santa Clara. Khám phá những khách sạn sang trọng và nhà nghỉ sang trọng giúp bạn cảm thấy thoải mái khi một ngày cổ vũ tại Sân vận động Levi's® kết thúc.
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Đồ ăn & đồ uống
Tại Santa Clara, hương vị của chúng tôi không chỉ phục vụ—mà còn cạnh tranh để giành được tràng pháo tay của bạn. Từ những viên ngọc ẩm thực địa phương đến nhà hàng cao cấp, thành phố của chúng tôi mang đến một cuộc phiêu lưu ẩm thực khó quên. Khám phá mọi thứ từ các món ăn lấy cảm hứng từ quốc tế đến các món ăn theo phong cách California tại các nhà hàng hàng đầu Santa Clara. Cho dù thèm cocktail thủ công hay thưởng thức đồ ngọt, Santa Clara thách thức bạn thưởng thức như một người tạo ra hương vị.
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Mua sắm
Mua sắm ở Santa Clara không chỉ là một giao dịch—mà còn là chiến thắng của trí tưởng tượng. Duyệt qua các trung tâm mua sắm đẳng cấp thế giới như Westfield Valley Fair, nơi mọi giao dịch mua sắm đều là một tuyên bố táo bạo. Cho dù bạn đang săn lùng các thương hiệu xa xỉ, quà tặng độc đáo hay các tiện ích mới nhất, Santa Clara đều cung cấp liệu pháp mua sắm định nghĩa lại phong cách và sự tinh tế.
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Điểm tham quan
Từ các công viên giải trí thú vị đến Trung tâm Hội nghị Santa Clara mang tính biểu tượng, mọi khoảnh khắc ở đây đều là một cuộc phiêu lưu. Cổ vũ cho đội bóng yêu thích của bạn tại Sân vận động Levi's® hoặc đắm mình vào lịch sử của thành phố tại các địa danh tuyệt đẹp. Cho dù bạn đang tìm kiếm niềm vui gia đình hay những trải nghiệm táo bạo, Santa Clara chính là cánh cổng dẫn đến những điều phi thường.
FIFA World Cup 26™ SF Bay Area FAQs
How many visitors do you anticipate traveling to Santa Clara for FIFA World Cup 26™ SF Bay Area?
The entire Bay Area is anticipated to welcome approximately 260,000 visitors from outside of the region. This year’s tournament will be the largest in FIFA history, featuring an expanded 48-team format with matches hosted across three separate countries.
What can visitors expect in terms of hotel availability?
Based on trends from previous high-profile events at Levi’s® Stadium, hotel rooms in and around Santa Clara are expected to sell out quickly, especially at properties closest to the stadium. Some hotels have a three-to-four-night minimum stay, so visitors are encouraged to book early and enjoy the full experience.
Will there be special events, fan experiences, or public screenings in Santa Clara during FIFA World Cup 26™ SF Bay Area?
While official event programming is still in development, Santa Clara invites travelers to immerse themselves in a unique blend of world-class culture, history, and attractions. Santa Clara is home to Fortune 500 headquarters, premier shopping, diverse culinary experiences, and offers unbeatable access to all of Northern California’s top destinations.
How can visitors get around the city? What will transportation look like during FIFA World Cup 26™ SF Bay Area?
Santa Clara is working closely with Levi’s® Stadium, Amtrak, VTA, ACE, Caltrain, and rideshare providers to ensure a seamless transportation experience for all visitors. Optimizing traffic flow, expanding public transit options, and providing clear signage throughout relevant areas of the city are just some of the ways we’re implementing this plan.
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That’s a wrap on the @fifaworldcup @sfbayarea26 matches!⚽🌎
Over the past few weeks, Santa Clara had the privilege of welcoming fans from every corner of the world. Our streets filled with flags, chants, and celebrations. Different languages, different traditions, and different cultures all came together through one shared love of the beautiful game.
From unforgettable moments at the San Francisco Bay Area stadium to the energy that spilled into our hotels, restaurants, and local businesses, this tournament brought our community to life in a way we’ll never forget.
Hosting the world’s biggest sporting event is a moment that will forever be part of Santa Clara’s story. To everyone who traveled here, cheered alongside strangers who became friends, and made lifelong memories, thank you for being part of something truly historic.
Until next time. ❤️⚽
#fifaworldcup2026 #fifaworldcup #bayarea #soccer #football
The @usmnt took the 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina right here in our backyard, and the energy around the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium was something special.
From the flags and chants to the families, travelers, and fans filling the streets, this match was more than a final whistle. It was a celebration of soccer, community, and the people who make moments like this feel bigger than the game.
To every fan who visited our destination, cheered from the stands, explored our city, and supported our hotels, restaurants, and local businesses, thank you.
Hosting the world has been an honor. Seeing Team USA win here made Santa Clara’s final match even more meaningful.
Thank you for bringing the energy, Santa Clara. What a summer of soccer! 🙏🇺🇸
Do you feel the freedom, Santa Clara?! 🦅🇺🇸⚽️
We can’t wait to see the @usmnt take on @bih.reprezentacija at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium for the Round of 32! 🎇
#usa #teamusa #fifaworldcup #fifa #soccer
Global Games Food Trail Ep. 25: @mio_vicino 🇮🇹🍕
We’re wrapping up the Global Games Food Trail at one of Santa Clara’s longtime local favorites, Mio Vicino. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and classic Italian dishes, this neighborhood spot has been serving the community for years. We enjoyed a Margherita pizza, creamy gorgonzola gnocchi, and the hearty Vicino Sub, each one showcasing the comforting flavors that keep people coming back. 😋
📍 1290 Benton St, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Thank you for following along on the Global Games Food Trail! We hope this series introduced you to new restaurants and inspired you to experience the incredible variety of flavors waiting for you in Santa Clara. 🌎🍽️
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#foodie #bayareafoodies #italianfood #bayareaeats
THE pop culture event of the Summer is happening SOON! ✨
@animeimpulse, @kplayfest, and @collectorsexpo are returning to the Santa Clara Convention Center for a weekend filled with cosplay, collectibles, artists, shopping, special guests, performances, and more.
The best part? One ticket gets you access to all three events, giving you three fan experiences under one roof.
🎟️ Grab your tickets through the link in our bio!
📍 5001 Great America Pkwy, Santa Clara, CA 95054
📅 Saturday, July 18 to Sunday, July 19
⏰ 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
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#anime #kpop #bayarea #fanevent
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday in Santa Clara!
From fireworks and live entertainment to pool parties and thrill rides, here’s what’s happening around the city this Fourth of July:
‼️Please contact individual event organizers directly for event info‼️
🎢 Star-Spangled Nights at @cagreatamerica
📅 July 3 & 4
📍4701 Great America Pkwy, Santa Clara, CA 95054
🎇 @santaclaracity Fourth of July Celebration
📅 July 4 at 5 pm
📍 3000 Mission College Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95054
🏖️ @hyattregencysantaclara Fourth of July Poolside Bash
📅 July 4 from 12 pm to 8 pm
📍 5101 Great America Pkwy, Santa Clara, CA 95054
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#4thofjuly #fourthofjuly #usa #bayarea
This Wednesday, the @fifaworldcup knockout stage arrives at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, and every moment matters. Witness history unfold right here in Santa Clara. ⚽️
USA vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina. Round of 32. Win or go home. July 1. 🥅
#fifaworldcup2026 #fifaworldcup #soccer #teamusa
Why did nobody tell us Australia’s koalas could talk? 😆🇦🇺🐨⚽️
#aussies #australia #football #fifaworldcup2026
Scenes from a packed stadium, where soccer brought the world together. 🇦🇺🤝🇵🇾🌎⚽
Australia and Paraguay played to a scoreless draw, but the fan energy was the real story. From flags and chants to unforgettable national pride, moments like these remind us why the FIFA World Cup is unlike anything else.
Santa Clara has been honored to welcome fans from around the world, and we’re excited for one more unforgettable night as the USA takes on Bosnia in the Round of 32.
Aussie fans understood the assignment ✅🇦🇺🐨🦘
#australia #aussie #football #fifaworldcup2026
Scenes from outside the stadium, where fútbol brings the world together. 🇦🇺🤝🇵🇾🌎⚽
Santa Clara was proud to welcome fans from Australia and Paraguay for an unforgettable night of football, culture, and celebration. Thanks for filling our streets, restaurants, hotels, and stadium with incredible energy.
We hope you enjoyed your visit as much as we enjoyed having you! ❤️🌎
Art meets the beautiful game at the @tritonmuseum ⚽🎨
“Fútbol: The Art of the Game” brings together Bay Area artists for a special exhibition inspired by soccer, community, and creativity. Each piece offers a new take on the sport, with one-of-a-kind works that incorporate a soccer ball or reimagine one through the artist’s own style.
Bridging the gap between sports fans and art lovers, this exhibition shows how creativity and the world’s favorite game go hand in hand.
Whether you’re visiting Santa Clara during the World Cup or live nearby, this is a fun stop for soccer fans, art enthusiasts, and anyone looking to see the game from a new perspective.
The exhibit is open now through August 2.
Global Games Food Trail Ep. 24: @lacasamiabayarea 🇯🇵🇮🇹 🍝🍕
La Casa Mia takes two beloved cuisines and brings them together under one roof. From creamy mentaiko spaghetti and rich carbonara to a pizza topped with three Japanese mushroom varieties, the menu offers a creative take on both Japanese and Italian cooking. Add in their Tokyo-style takoyaki, and you’ve got a meal that blends familiar favorites with something a little different. 😋
📍 3548 Homestead Rd, Santa Clara, CA 95051
Explore the full Global Games Food Trail via the link in our bio to see all the restaurants on the list, and keep an eye out as we highlight a new place every week. 🌎🍽️
👉 Follow @discoversantaclara for more events and things to do in Santa Clara!
📸 Tag us and use # discoversantaclara for a chance to be featured!
#foodie #japanesecuisine #bayareafoodie #bayareaeats
Some people chase the soccer ball. We interviewed it. 🎤⚽️
Tens of thousands of fans. Two proud nations. Another unforgettable night in Santa Clara. ⚽🌎
@jordan.fa and @algeria_fc brought the passion, the pride, and the energy as fans packed the San Francisco Bay Area stadium for a thrilling @fifaworldcup @sfbayarea26 match that kept the crowd engaged from start to finish.
Algeria earned a hard-fought 2-1 victory, but the atmosphere extended far beyond the final score. From the pre-match celebrations outside the stadium to the sea of flags and chants inside, supporters from both nations created a memorable experience.
Moments like these show the impact of the World Cup on Santa Clara. Fans from around the world are visiting our city, sharing their cultures, supporting local businesses, and creating connections through a shared love of the game.
Santa Clara is proud to welcome the world. 🌎❤️
👉 Follow @discoversantaclara for more World Cup coverage and things to do in Santa Clara.
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#fifaworldcup2026 #fifaworldcup #bayarea #soccer
Before Jordan and Algeria took the pitch at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara was already alive with World Cup energy.
Flags filled the streets. Chants echoed through the crowd. Fans from different cultures came together to celebrate the game, the moment, and the global spirit of the @fifaworldcup.
With 68,371 fans inside the stadium, the energy outside was just as powerful. More than a match, it was a reminder of what makes this tournament special: people from around the world, gathered in one city, sharing one love for the game.
The world came to the Bay Area once again! 🌎⚽
For the third @fifaworldcup match in Santa Clara, Paraguay 🇵🇾 and Türkiye 🇹🇷 supporters brought the energy long before kickoff. Fans filled the streets with flags, chants, team colors, and plenty of national pride as they made their way to the match.
We’re thrilled to welcome visitors from near and far to Santa Clara and proud to be part of the excitement as fans from around the world come together and celebrate their teams and the sport they love.
Swipe through for some of our favorite fan moments before the match began.
The End Zone at @hiltonsantaclara is THE place to be during the @fifaworldcup @sfbayarea26 ! ⚽
Just steps from the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium (Levi’s® Stadium), this outdoor fan gathering space is the perfect place to pregame, celebrate, and soak in the atmosphere on FIFA World Cup 2026™ SF Bay Area match days. Open three hours before kick off and three hours after, it’s a great spot to meet up with fellow fans and be part of the excitement happening in Santa Clara. 🙌🏽
Best of all, admission is free and open to the public!
🍔 Food and beverages available for purchase.
📅 Visit the Hilton Santa Clara Eventbrite page for schedules and additional details.
📍 4949 Great America Pkwy, Santa Clara, CA 95054
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#fifaworldcup2026 #fifa #gameday #bayarea
The Summer’s biggest fan event returns to Santa Clara next month. ✨
@animeimpulse, @kplayfest, and @collectorsexpo are taking over the @santaclaraconventioncenter for a weekend packed with cosplay, collectibles, artists, vendors, special guests, performances, and more.
📅 July 18-19
⏰ 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
The best part? One ticket gets you access to all three events, giving fans three experiences under one roof.
🎟️ Ready to join the fun? Visit the link in our bio to grab your tickets.
📍5001 Great America Pkwy, Santa Clara, CA 95054
#bayarea #santaclara #events #fanevent
Global Games Food Trail Ep. 23: @mikiyabayarea in Santa Clara 🍲🇯🇵🥩
Mikiya offers an interactive dining experience centered around Japanese hot pot and premium ingredients. Thinly sliced wagyu takes center stage, cooked tableside in your choice of broth alongside vegetables, noodles, and all the classic hot pot essentials. Every meal is a little different, giving you the freedom to mix, match, and build each bowl exactly the way you want it. 😋
📍 3590 Đường Homestead, Santa Clara, CA 95051
Explore the full Global Games Food Trail via the link in our bio to see all the restaurants on the list, and keep an eye out as we highlight a new place every week. 🌎🍽️
👉 Follow @discoversantaclara for more events and things to do in Santa Clara!
📸 Tag us and use # discoversantaclara for a chance to be featured!
#hotpot #japanesecuisine #foodie #bayareaeats
If one screen isn’t enough for @fifaworldcup match day, @hyattregencysantaclara’s got you covered! ⚽️👀📺
On Levi’s® Stadium match days, Hyatt Regency Santa Clara is hosting Match Day Watch Parties with screens throughout the property, including the lobby, bar, poolside area, and large projection screens so you won’t miss a moment of the action. 🔥
Open to the public, it’s the perfect spot to watch alongside fellow fans while enjoying food and drinks available for purchase from the hotel’s onsite dining options, including fresh sushi from Truya Sushi and additional offerings from Evolution Restaurant & Bar. 🙌
Check the Hyatt Regency Santa Clara’s Eventbrite page for exact timings and details.
📍5101 Great America Pkwy, Santa Clara, CA 95054
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#fifaworldcup2026 #fifaworldcup #watchparty #bayarea
He loves Jordan. He’s rooting for Team USA. But his @fifaworldcup pick might surprise you 👀⚽
Some of the best moments happen before the players even step onto the pitch. 🇦🇹🇯🇴
The chants, the flags, the smiles, and the anticipation. Fans from Austria, Jordan, and around the world filled Santa Clara with energy long before kickoff, creating memories that will last far beyond the final whistle.
Moments like these remind us that the @fifaworldcup is about more than the match itself. It’s about bringing people together, celebrating cultures, and sharing experiences that connect us across borders.
As the world comes together through the beautiful game of soccer, we’re proud to welcome visitors from near and far to Santa Clara and be part of memories they’ll carry home long after the tournament ends. ⚽🌍❤️
📸: Ben Landis
Here’s what Austrian Fans had to say at the Austria vs Jordan game last night at the FIFA World Cup 2026™ SF Bay Area in Santa Clara 🤣
All love to the Jordan team! A great game was played and we’ll can’t wait to see them play at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium again next week! 🇯🇴🤝🇦🇹
#fifaworldcup2026 #fifaworldcup #football #soccer #bayarea
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