Decatur Unveils Exciting Lineup of Events for FIFA World Cup 2026

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Football enthusiasts celebrate!

As metro Atlanta gets ready for the FIFA World Cup 2026, several cities are planning their own celebrations.

On Tuesday, the City of Decatur revealed plans for a 34-day festival aligning with an international event.

The FIFA World Cup will take place in 16 cities spanning the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Sixteen matches, among which are eight during June and July, including a semi-final game, are set to occur at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

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The 2026 World Cup is anticipated to generate an economic impact of approximately $1 billion for Atlanta.

The host city poster for Atlanta was unveiled for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Is Atlanta prepared for the 2026 World Cup?

Local officials declare most of the BeltLine will be finished by the time of the World Cup.

Atlanta will host 8 World Cup matches, including a semifinal.