This Leeds venue will host huge World Cup 2026 fan park - what's happening

The O2 Academy Leeds has been named as the venue for a key World Cup 2026 fan park.

The fan park, run by 4TheFans, will see thousands come together to watch the World Cup on some of the UK's largest anti-glare screens with a world-class sound system, food, drinks plus a big game atmosphere.

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4TheFans Selects Leeds For Massive World Cup 2026 Fan Park | 4TheFans

Running from 17th June when England kick off against Croatia, fans who can’t make it to USA, Canada or Mexico can experience the whole World Cup.

Alongside the football, fans will be given entertainment including DJ sets, competitions, giveaways, games, and a 4TheFans host, plus banter and analysis from a football legend.

Each match screening is promised a genuine football legend for match analysis and banter, plus celebratory special FX such as pyrotechnics and CO2 cannons for celebratory goal moments. The venue will be open for all late kick-offs.

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4TheFans Selects Leeds For Massive World Cup 2026 Fan Park | 4TheFans

Leeds joins a list of key cities hosting 4TheFans Fan Parks including Birmingham, Bournemouth, Bristol, London (4 locations), and Newcastle, with more to be announced.

Tickets start from £4.50 per person. Schedule:

  • Wednesday 17th June - England v Croatia (9pm) / Doors: 7pm - 12am
  • Tuesday 23rd June - England v Ghana (9pm) / Doors 7pm - 12am
  • Saturday 27th June - England v Panama (10pm) / Doors 7pm - 1am
  • Last 32 - Knock-out game on sale with a Money Back Guarantee if England don't progress. Date TBC: 1st July (5pm) or 2nd July (12am)
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