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Oct. 22, 2025: Breaking News!
Big Boi Is Headliner for Opening Concert June 11, 2026
Decatur WatchFest ‘26 is excited to announce that Atlanta’s own Big Boi will kick off the festivities with a free concert on Decatur Square Thursday, June 11, 2026, the first day of FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches (June 11 – July 19, 2026).
“As an Atlantan and huge soccer fan, performing for Decatur WatchFest ‘26 to kick off our World Cup festivities is a great honor,” said Big Boi. “I’ve seen the energy the World Cup creates and I’m excited to get the party started for music and soccer fans in my backyard!”
Decatur WatchFest is a multi-day watch party festival for the FIFA World Cup 26™ in Atlanta
Get excited! The FIFA World Cup 26™ is coming to the North America in 2026 with 104 total matches and eight matches in Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
The City of Decatur is thrilled to host Decatur WatchFest26, 34 days of free daily outdoor screenings (FIFA pending) of must-see matches, nightly pre/post live music performances, games, and fun for days you can’t be in the stands. We’ll also have indoor WatchSpots at our local restaurants, pubs, and breweries.
Everyone is welcome! From local fans to global guests, we can’t wait to gather with all fellow soccer fans for this once-in-a-lifetime global sports event and watch some world-class soccer.
SOCCER LOVERS UNITE!
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