BEYOND THE STADIUM

Santa Cruz County is ready to kick off the largest worldwide athletic event in 2026, when world-class soccer comes to Silicon Valley. A mere 35 miles/56 kilometers from from the epicenter of this premiere event and a world away in terms of vibe, “surf city’s” laid back culture and progressive spirit invites soccer fans from around the globe to join the celebration!

World Cup 2026 Schedule

June 13, 2026

Qatar v. Switzerland

12:00PM PT | Levi’s Stadium

June 16, 2026

Austria v. Jordan

9:00PM PT | Levi’s Stadium

June 19, 2026

TBD (Turkey/Romania/Slovakia/Kosovo) v. Paraguay

9:00PM PT | Levi’s Stadium

June 22, 2026

Jordan v. Algeria

8:00PM PT | Levi’s Stadium

June 25, 2026

Paraguay v. Australia

7:00PM PT | Levi’s Stadium

July 1, 2026

Round of 32 Knockout Game: First in Group D v. Third from Group (B, E, F, I or J)

5:00PM PT | Levi’s Stadium

Experience Match Day
in Santa Cruz County

San Lorenzo Park FanFest

Get ready for a full-on FanFest at San Lorenzo Park, hosted by Woodstock’s Pizza and Hotel Paradox, where the excitement goes beyond the match itself. Cold drinks, food trucks, and tons of interactive soccer fun. The FanFest at San Lorenzo Park is the perfect pregame celebration for fans of all ages.

Dates TBD.

Flavors. Fans. Fun! at Abbott Square

Abbott Square is about to ignite with fan energy! It’ll be a lively, festival-style community event with each vendor offering game day specials. It’s excitement. It’s connection. And it’s happening soon at Abbott Square. Follow along as the game day schedule and specials unfold.

Dates TBD.

Woodstock’s Santa Cruz equals Global Soccer HQ

Woodstock’s Pizza is opening their doors early at 9AM for early matches and will be showing every match of THE CUP on all televisions. Match of the day will be played on their Mondo Matrix TV. Come grab beer + pizza specials all tournament long. See you there Santa Cruz!

Dates TBD.

Road to the Cup,
Route to the Coast

Off The Pitch In Santa Cruz County

After the game, experience the best of summer in Santa Cruz County. Here are your summer bucket list activities on the sunny California Coast.

From Stadiums to Shorelines

Whether you plan to travel to the Santa Cruz region by bus or by car, here is what you need to know to get to the golden coast.

Kick it in Santa Cruz County

Take a time out on the coast! Here are 10 must-see spots waiting to be discovered in Santa Cruz County.

Where Every Stay Is a Goal

Score the ultimate stay in Santa Cruz County! Whether you’re checking into a beachfront hotel, a charming inn, a family-friendly vacation rental, or a laid-back campground, soccer fans can kick back and relax in Santa Cruz County after the final whistle.