COLUMBUS — The Columbus Crew announced today their Soccer Celebration across Central Ohio during the FIFA World Cup 2026™, highlighted by exciting events that will bring the city and sports fans together through the global game.
Crew supporters and soccer fans throughout Columbus are invited to gather at engaging local venues to cheer on the USMNT and other elite teams and players while enjoying the beautiful game during the world’s marquee tournament. Each Soccer Celebration will feature a lively fan atmosphere with pre-match festivities and opportunities to celebrate the sport during a historic summer of soccer in North America.
The Columbus Crew will also look to host live FIFA World Cup 26™ match viewings with more details to come.
“We are always focused on using the unique power of soccer to bring people together and highlight the City of Columbus, and the Crew Soccer Celebration gives our supporters and all Central Ohio a special opportunity to celebrate the beautiful game throughout the tournament,” said Mary Shepro, Crew President of Business Operations. “This is a historic year for the sport in our city and across the country, and we look forward to cheering alongside our supporters and soccer fans of all nations throughout Central Ohio.”
Soccer Celebration Schedule
- Friday, June 12 – Bridge Park (Dublin, OH)
- Match broadcast: 9 p.m.
- Match: U.S.A v. Paraguay
- Friday, June 19 – Columbus Commons (Columbus, OH)
- Match broadcast: 3 p.m.
- Match: U.S.A v. Australia
- Thursday, June 25 – Land Grant Brewing Company (Columbus, OH)
- Activations begin: 1 p.m.
- Match broadcast: 10 p.m.
- Match: U.S.A v. Türkiye/Romania/Slovakia/Kosovo
- Sunday, July 19 – Scotts Miracle-Gro Field (Columbus, OH)
- Match broadcast: 3 p.m.
- Match: Tournament Final
