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Your Guide to July

By Kimberly Guel on Jun. 18, 2026

July is peak summer, and Houston is sizzling with things to do! Kick it off with fireworks for Independence Day as America celebrates its 250th Anniversary. Enjoy the best soccer at watch parties and the FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston. Then dive into the city’s spirit on 713 Day with live music, pop-ups, and local flavor. With travel season in full swing, there’s no better time to explore all the culture, events, and family fun H-Town has to offer. Looking for even more to do this July? Visit the…

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FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston Brings Fans Face-to-Face with U.S. Soccer Legends

By Visit Houston on Jun. 10, 2026

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee is giving fans an opportunity to connect with some of the most recognizable figures in U.S. Soccer history through a series of exclusive meet-and-greet appearances at FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston. Throughout the tournament, fans visiting FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston’s Houston Hall will have the chance to meet former U.S. Men's National Team stars and FIFA World Cup veterans who helped shape the growth of soccer in the United States. The appearances…

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FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston to Celebrate the City’s Culture Through Local Food, Music, and Art

By Visit Houston on May 26, 2026

The FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston (June 11 - July 19, 2026) is set to deliver a memorable celebration of the city’s rich culture, bringing together world-class football energy with the unmistakable flavors, sounds, and spirit of Houston. Anchored by a dynamic lineup of local restaurants and live entertainers, the event will highlight Houston’s spirit and diversity. “The FIFA Fan Festival Houston is more than a place to watch matches — it’s a celebration of the people, flavors, and culture that…

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FIFA Fan ID launches for FIFA World Cup 2026™

By Visit Houston on May 23, 2026

Unlock the Experience of a Lifetime! The countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ is entering its final stretch, and anticipation is mounting. Forty-eight nations. Three host countries — Canada, Mexico, and the United States. One hundred and four matches across 16 stadiums. And now, one key to a world of exclusive matchday content and opportunities: the FIFA Fan ID. Ahead of the tournament, FIFA has launched the FIFA Fan ID — a free, physical card and fan memento available to every ticket holder…

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The Ranch Presents Pitch Live in Houston

By Visit Houston on May 14, 2026

As Houston prepares to welcome the world for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, a new, large-scale hospitality concept is set to redefine how the city celebrates. The Ranch Presents Pitch Live will bring together dining, nightlife, and soccer culture in a singular, high-energy destination in East Downtown, operating daily from June 11 through July 19. Created by restaurateur Ben Berg of Berg Hospitality Group—whose acclaimed The Ranch Saloon + Steakhouse became a must-visit experience at the Houston…

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METRO to Increase Frequency, Extend Hours for FIFA World Cup 2026™

By Visit Houston on May 13, 2026

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) will expand service across its system during the FIFA World Cup 2026™ to ensure both visitors and everyday riders can move safely, reliably, and efficiently across the region. The company's approach is not to build a system just for the event, but to strengthen the one Houston relies on every day and scale it to meet global demand without compromising service for our regular riders. The plan builds on METRO’s existing network…

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FIFA World Cup 2026™ Last-Minute Sales

By Visit Houston on Apr. 24, 2026

To coincide with the 50-day countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026™, new ticket inventory was made available to the general public via FIFA.com/tickets from on Wednesday, 22 April, with tickets for all 104 matches set to go on sale. At the start of the sale, tickets were available across categories 1 to 3 and the front-row seat categories, depending on the match. This ticket drop is part of the ongoing Last-Minute Sales Phase, which runs until the end of the tournament and allows the general…

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FIFA delivers a tree planting initiative across all FIFA World Cup 2026™ Host Cities

By Visit Houston on Apr. 23, 2026

In celebration of Earth Day, FIFA is highlighting a major sustainability initiative tied to the FIFA World Cup 2026™, including efforts already underway here in Houston. In partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation, FIFA is supporting large-scale reforestation and community tree planting projects across all 16 Host Cities, with Houston among the cities that have already activated local efforts alongside Trees for Houston. A community tree-planting event took place on March 27 at Browning…

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Hunton Group Named Official Houston World Cup 2026 Host City Supporter

By Visit Houston on Apr. 20, 2026

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee announced Hunton Group as an Official Host City Supporter, reinforcing Houston’s commitment to delivering a world-class tournament experience through strong local collaborations and industry expertise. As part of its role, Hunton Group will provide comprehensive air conditioning and HVAC services for the FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston, supporting key environments including VIP spaces, Houston Hall, and critical back-of-house operations. In addition…

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Democratic Republic of Congo to Hold Base Camp in Houston for FIFA World Cup 2026™

By Visit Houston on Apr. 16, 2026

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee has just announced that Houston will serve as the official base camp location for the team of the Democratic Republic of Congo during the global soccer tournament, further solidifying the city’s role as a premier destination for world-class soccer. Houston will be one of 48 Team Base Camp sites across North America for the FIFA World Cup 2026™. As part of its preparations, the team, recognized by FIFA as Congo DR and by CAF as DR Congo, will…

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