Past event — details are kept here for reference.
festival
USA Kickoff Celebration, Fan Festival & Watch Party (June 12)
About this event
All-day festival-style celebration at Santa Monica Place Center Plaza — the Westside's largest community watch party for World Cup kickoff. Live broadcasts on a massive 30-foot LED screen including the Canada match at noon and the USA kickoff match at 6 p.m. DJs, fan activations, games, trivia, interactive experiences, giveaways, and photo opportunities. Free admission.
Organizer
City of Santa Monica
Snapshot updated 2026-06-13. Verify dates and availability with the organizer before visiting.