2026 BAY AREA PUBLIC SCREENING PLAYBOOK
Host a Successful Public Screening for FIFA World Cup 2026™!
This guide equips Bay Area communities and small businesses with key information needed to host public screenings for the FIFA World Cup 26™. Inside, you'll find up-to-date details on FIFA regulations around public viewings, as well as answers to frequently asked questions.
Whether you're planning a lively block party, turning your restaurant into a fan zone, or organizing a community gathering, this is the place to start.
FIll out the form below to download the PDF and begin planning!
Important Note:Events with 1,000 or more attendees must fill out the FIFA Viewing License Application (see additional information below).
Download the Public Screening Playbook
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Download Customizable World Cup Watch Party Templates
Download our ready-to-use World Cup Watch Party Toolkit with customizable templates designed for bars, restaurants, community groups, and fans across the region. These resources make it easy to promote your event, create a festive atmosphere, and bring supporters together as the world celebrates the tournament.
How To Use Templates
Click ‘Download’ below to open in Canva: Click “Customize in Canva.” This will open the template in Canva in a new tab. If you don’t already have a Canva account, you’ll be prompted to create a free one.
Add Your Event Details: Update the text fields with your watch party information, such as:
Venue or organization name
Match or team playing
Event date and time
Location and any specials or promotions
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Bay Area Match Watch Party Graphic
Interested in Hosting a FIFA Public Viewing Event?
Anyone showing a World Cup match outside of a private dwelling must adhere to FIFA broadcasting and trademark regulations. FIFA has 2 categories of non-commercial public viewing events:
Events with 1,000+ attendees:
FIFA Public Viewing License required. Please click the link below to apply.
Free of charge to attend (no direct of indirect admission fees)
No Sponsorships allowed
Typically includes events hosted by universities, cities, cultural groups
Events with less than 1,000 attendees:
Does not require a separate FIFA license
Free of charge to attend (no direct of indirect admission fees)
No Sponsorships allowed
Typically includes events hosted by bars, restaurants, hotels
