About
34-Day Soccer Watch Party
Outdoor Screenings
We’ll be celebrating every day of the tournament with free outdoor viewing parties! Watch must-see matches every evening and multiple matches on weekends (pending FIFA approval)on the newly-renovated Downtown Decatur Square. We’ll have a large 40’ x 21’ screen on Decatur’s new permanent stage plus additional screens to ensure all fans can enjoy each game of this generational sports event.
Watch Inside
Decatur is a soccer town, and our local restaurants, breweries, and pubs will also be airing matches. Stop in to see matches not shown outdoors on Decatur Square’s big screen. Take a break from the summer heat without missing any of the action.
Enjoy Decatur’s foodie scene with local fans and raise a glass to your favorite team!
Live Music
Stage Sponsored by Sponsor Name
Listen to local bands and Grammy-worthy acts on Decatur’s brand-new stage. We’ll have live
performances (pre and/or post games) each day/night. And we’ll really ramp things up for the Kickoff Celebration (June 11), Red, White & Blue Days (June 12, 19, & 25); Fourth Of July, and the FIFA World Cup 26™ Final (July 19).
Zone
This “zone” block can be repeated for as many zones as needed. Will be hidden until needed.
Our Partners
Funding Partners
Community Partners
JOIN THE TEAM!
Partner with WatchFest26. Get your company or organization in on the party of the year! Volunteer with us as an individual for a day, a week, or the whole month.
Get To Know Decatur
Big city vibes, small-town charm, warm welcomes, and soccer-loving locals. Decatur is Atlanta’s eastside gem with its own women’s team plus highly-praised restaurant scene, walkable downtown, and community atmosphere.
The Decatur Square
The Square is the heart of downtown Decatur and has consistently ranked as one of the Top 10 Best Public Squares in the USA! The Square sits above the Decatur MARTA Station and is surrounded by locally-owned shops and restaurants. New in 2026, the renovated Decatur Square will open featuring a new stage and more lawn for fans to watch the world’s top soccer matches.
Award-Winning Dining
Decatur is a dining destination with something delicious for every appetite. The city’s restaurants and pubs are critically acclaimed. Decatur has four Michelin-recommended restaurants, James-Beard recognized chefs, many Atlanta “best-of” mentions, and the Brick Store Pub, one of “America’s Best Bars.”
Drinks To-Go
What goes best with an exciting game on a warm summer night? A refreshing frosty beverage or cocktail, of course.
Decatur pubs will put your pour in a special to-go cup so you can sip and stroll within our entertainment zones. So grab a table, meet up with friends, catch a match screening, and share the excitement with soccer society. Stay hydrated and imbibe responsibly.
After the final goal, take MARTA or call a car service to get home safely.
