Global Soccer Celebration USA 2026
Fútbol Fans – Make Sedalia Your Home Base for the World’s Biggest Sporting Event!
As the world turns its attention to Kansas City, now is the perfect time to start planning your trip! Missouri is ready to welcome soccer fans from across the globe, and Sedalia offers the ideal home base for a warm, authentic American experience—affordable lodging, a peaceful retreat from the crowds, and convenient access to Kansas City via car or Amtrak.
Local businesses and attractions are already gearing up for the excitement with themed events, lively watch parties, and family-friendly fun throughout the tournament. Accommodations will book quickly, so make your reservations early and enjoy the games with Sedalia’s signature hospitality.
Whether you’re cheering from a local pub or hopping the train to the stadium, Sedalia is your gateway to an unforgettable adventure.
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Sedalia Main Streets invites residents and visitors alike to Downtown Sedalia for the World Soccer Celebration and Watch Party at The Pavilion on July 3, 2026.
Friends, families, and soccer fans from across the region are encouraged to gather for an exciting evening celebrating the FIFA World Cup and America’s birthday weekend. Attendees will enjoy two World Cup matches streamed live on a giant outdoor screen, along with food, games, music, and patriotic fun in the heart of downtown.
Whether cheering for a favorite team, enjoying a meal from a local food truck, or dressing in patriotic red, white, and blue for the community Fan Stroll between matches, guests will find activities for all ages throughout the evening.
⚽ Event Highlights:
• Live streaming of two FIFA World Cup matches
• Food trucks and local vendors
• Kids Zone featuring soccer mini-games
• Fan Stroll at 7:00 PM
• Family-friendly activities throughout the evening
• Free admission for all attendees
📍 The Pavilion – Downtown Sedalia
🗓 July 3, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, team spirit, and patriotic pride as Downtown Sedalia comes together to celebrate soccer, community, and summer.