Quarter-Final
Quarter-Final Friday
- Fan Zone + Windward Plaza gates 10:30 AM PT
- FIFA World Cup 26™ Quarter-Final — live broadcast, 12:00 PM PT
- Post-match official 21+ after-party (Premium Watch Party + VIP)
- Programming wraps 8:00 PM PT
Quarter-final weekend on the boardwalk. A free public Fan Zone and Windward Avenue Block Party — open to all, no ticket required. Premium Watch Party and VIP (21+) experiences at Windward Plaza. Live match broadcasts on a stadium-scale LED, generously provided by FOX.
Heads up Windward Plaza tickets cover the Premium Watch Party + VIP experiences inside the plaza. The boardwalk Fan Zone and Windward Block Party are completely free — just grab a free RSVP so we know you're coming.
Venice Beach, California. The 2026 FIFA World Cup. The official Los Angeles World Cup 26 Fan Zone at Venice Beach, on Windward Plaza — two days of live match viewing on one of the most photographed pieces of coastline on Earth.
A massive LED screen. Stadium-quality sound. The crowd in jerseys, the boardwalk packed, the ocean a hundred feet from the screen. Live music and DJs between and after matches, food and beverage from coastal hospitality partners, and an atmosphere built for the moment the world stops to watch.
This is more than a watch party.
Quarter-Final
Two Quarter-Finals
Each night extends beyond the Fan Zone. The official Friday after party, the Sunday Closing Weekend celebration, and the World Cup Final block party.
The Friday night continuation at the Fan Zone on Venice Beach, after the final whistle.
Lineup (A–Z)
With support from Danny Moggs & Jon Besant.
Windward Plaza, Venice Beach
Get TicketsVenice Beach Fanzone Closing Party at Windward Plaza. Featuring Sidepiece, Ship Wrek, Martin Ikin, special guests, and local support.
Lineup
Windward Plaza, Venice Beach
Get TicketsClosing block party for the World Cup Final.
Lineup
Washington Blvd, between Pacific & Speedway
Get TicketsAfter party tickets sold separately by our partner DIZEE. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for alcohol. All sales final.
For the weekend, Windward Avenue between Speedway and Pacific Avenue is closed to vehicle traffic and opened up for people — a pedestrianized street activation running from the boardwalk to Pacific. See the closure footprint on the map →
Free and open to the public. No ticket required.
Closure permitted through the City of Los Angeles Bureau of Street Services and coordinated with LADOT, LAPD, and Council District 11.
The Fan Zone and Windward Avenue Block Party are free and open to the public — no ticket required. For fans who want reserved sightlines, a dedicated bar, and after-party access, the Premium Watch Party and VIP (21+) experiences live inside Windward Plaza.
Prices reflect current Early Bird / Advance pricing tiers and include Eventbrite fees. Limited availability — tiers step up as inventory sells. VIP is 21+ both days; valid ID required at entry.
VIP packages and table experiences for fans who want the World Cup with the volume turned all the way up. Premium service, shade, included food and beverage, dedicated entry — the whole thing. Watch the match in style on the boardwalk.
Premium alcohol brands, curated bar menu, dedicated servers, included spirits and mixers in select tiers.
Food and beverage curated by Venice's best coastal hospitality partners.
Shaded lounges, reserved seating, dedicated VIP entrance and exclusive VIP restrooms.
Table packages for small groups and large parties. The best sightline of the main LED screen, your crew at one table.
Friend groups · Corporate teams · Birthdays · Anniversaries · Anyone who wants the World Cup with a side of Venice in the summer.
From $25.24. Friday + Saturday Windward Plaza access. Three quarter-finals across the weekend.
From $129.71. Friday + Saturday VIP. Dedicated entrance, private bar, premium views — both days.
1 Windward Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90291
Ocean Front Walk at Windward Ave
Venice Beach has limited parking. We strongly encourage every attendee to arrive by Metro, Big Blue Bus, bike, or on foot. The Fan Zone is built around a public boardwalk — show up like a local.
Light rail from Downtown LA to Downtown Santa Monica via Culver City & Expo/Sepulveda. Exit at the Santa Monica terminus, then connect via Big Blue Bus 1.
Trains every 8–12 minutes during event hoursRoute 1 stops at Windward Ave / Main St — a 3-minute walk to the Fan Zone. Route 18 also serves the area.
Direct connection from Metro E LineEast-west along Venice Boulevard — direct service from Downtown LA, Mid-City, and Culver City to Venice Beach.
Best for fans arriving from the eastFrom north/south: take the Marvin Braude Bike Trail (The Strand) along the coast. From the east: use the Venice Blvd bike lanes.
Ample bike parking onsite~35 min south from Downtown Santa Monica Station along the boardwalk. 10–15 min from Abbot Kinney or Rose Avenue.
The boardwalk approach is the best oneA designated drop-off and pick-up zone will operate outside the immediate event footprint. Look for signage and follow staff direction.
Exact location shared the week of the eventDriving? Public parking lots in the immediate Venice Beach area are extremely limited and fill early. If you must drive, park further away and bike or walk the last mile. Plan your trip: metro.net · bigbluebus.com.
Your jersey. Your flag. Your crew. Photo ID for entry to Windward Plaza (anyone 13+). Government-issued ID for the after-party (18+) and VIP (21+). Sunscreen, a refillable water bottle, mobile pay.
Outside food or beverage inside Windward Plaza. Glass containers, weapons, drones, professional camera or video equipment, coolers, large umbrellas (parasols permitted), branded marketing materials. Skateboards, bikes, or scooters within the ticketed venue. Pets (service animals welcome).
Children 12 and under are free with an adult Premium Watch Party ticket — up to 3 kids per adult. Each child needs a registered (free) child ticket. Friday: children exit Windward Plaza before the 18+ after-party transition; timing communicated to ticket holders.
The official post-match after-party is 18+, with DJ programming. Valid government-issued ID required at entry. Open to Premium Watch Party and VIP ticket holders.
VIP is 21+ both days; valid ID required. Alcohol service across the venue is restricted to guests 21 and over with valid government-issued ID.
Windward Plaza is a cashless venue — credit, debit, and mobile pay only. No re-entry once you've exited. Bag check and security screening at all entry points.
Resale and secondary market listings are prohibited and will result in cancellation without refund. Name on ticket must match photo ID for guests 13 and older.
Share the day with #VeniceFanZone #LosAngeles26. Tag @losangelesfwc26 and @lasec.
Tell us about your group and we'll respond with available packages and table options. Required fields marked with an asterisk.
We're taking you to DIZEE — our official ticketing partner — to lock in your spot at:
Opens in a new tab on DIZEE. Photo ID required for alcohol service.