July 13, 2026
- Cross-country Canada Celebrates the FIFA World Cup 2026™ arrives in Queen Victoria Park on July 18 and 19 for the bronze and gold medal matches
- Festival-like atmosphere with live entertainment, food trucks, beer garden, soccer-themed games and family-friendly programming
- The free event coincides with the final weekend of Niagara Parks’ Fan Zone by the Falls, the tournament-long celebration overlooking Niagara Falls
- GO + WEGO travel packages, complimentary event shuttles and Niagara Parks attraction passes make it easy for visitors to turn final tournament weekend into a complete Niagara Falls getaway
Niagara Falls, ON – Niagara Parks will welcome visitors from across Southern Ontario and beyond to Canada Celebrates the FIFA World Cup 2026™ on July 18 and 19, transforming the Queen Victoria Park event field into a vibrant fan festival at the brink of Niagara Falls during one of the most anticipated weekends in global sport.
As a highlighted stop on the national Canada Celebrates the FIFA World Cup 2026™ route, Niagara Parks will host one of the final celebrations taking place across the country as the tournament champion is crowned. The free two-day event will bring together fans, families and visitors for live match viewing, live entertainment, food and memorable moments of community pride. Visitors can also look forward to a special appearance by former Canada’s men’s national team player and Canada Celebrates Ambassador Tosaint Ricketts on July 18.
A National Celebration at one of Canada’s Most Iconic Destinations
Canada Celebrates the FIFA World Cup 2026™ brings the excitement of the tournament beyond the host cities of Toronto and Vancouver, with tour stops located within a two-hour drive of more than 75 per cent of Canadians. As one of the final stops on the cross-country route, Niagara Parks will help conclude a nationwide celebration spanning 40 stops in 36 communities from coast to coast to coast.
Visitors can watch the tournament’s final matches on giant screens while enjoying live music, soccer-themed activities, interactive photo opportunities, family entertainment and specialty food offerings. A Michelob-sponsored beer garden will provide an additional gathering space throughout the weekend.
Event Details
Saturday, July 18, 2026
12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Bronze Match: 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 19, 2026
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Silver/Gold Match: 3:00 p.m.
Location
Queen Victoria Park Event Field
Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
Fan Zone by the Falls Adds to Tournament’s Final Weekend
In addition to the Canada Celebrates activation at the Queen Victoria Park event field, Niagara Parks’ Fan Zone by the Falls will be open during the tournament’s final weekend on July 18-19, turning Niagara Falls into one of Canada’s top watch party destinations. Open for the duration of the tournament, Fan Zone by the Falls has offered guests an epic, free watch party experience at the brink of Niagara Falls, featuring live match broadcasts, food and beverage offerings and family-friendly entertainment. The celebration reaches its grand finale on July 19, coinciding with the tournament’s final weekend.
For more information, visit niagaraparks.com/fanzone
