Marietta SoccerFest '26

The City of Marietta is bringing the energy of the global game to the community with Marietta SoccerFest ’26, a celebration of soccer in the city that is home to the game. This multi-day event will take place June 12-14, 2026, and will include officially licensed FIFA World Cup 26™ public viewing events.

The weekend kicks off on Friday, June 12 with an evening Watch Party on the Square for the USA FIFA World Cup 26™ match viewing in downtown Marietta. Watch Party on the Square will resume with a full day on Saturday, June 13, featuring additional tournament match viewings and family-friendly soccer activities. Attendees can enjoy the matches on large screens with plenty of space to bring a chair, gather with friends, and visit many of the Square’s businesses for dining and shopping.

The weekend concludes on Sunday, June 14, with Marietta SoccerFest ’26: Kids’ Gateway to the Goal at the Franklin Gateway Sports Complex. This youth-focused event will feature interactive soccer activities, food trucks, and special soccer-related programming for kids of all ages.

SCHEDULE:

• Friday, June 12, 2026 - Marietta SoccerFest ’26: Watch Party on the Square, 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM on the Historic Marietta Square, 50 N Park Square - 

On the BIG Screen:

9:00 PM - USA vs Paraguay

• Saturday, June 13, 2026 - Marietta SoccerFest ’26: Watch Party on the Square, 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM on the Historic Marietta Square, 50 N Park Square - 

Family activities: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM 

On the BIG Screens:

3:00 PM - Qatar vs Switzerland

6:00 PM - Brazil vs Morocco

9:00 PM - Haiti vs Scotland

• Sunday, June 14, 2026 - Marietta SoccerFest ’26: Kids’ Gateway to the Goal, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM at Franklin Gateway Sports Complex, 1034 Franklin Gateway SE

Family activities: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM