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Canada Soccer House During FIFA World Cup at the Shipyards in North Vancouver

Soccer Canada at the Shipyards

The FIFA World Cup games and celebrations are in Vancouver in 2026. There are FIFA-related events in North Vancouver too, at the Shipyards.

Seven World Cup soccer matches take place at BC Place Stadium in 2026. Other games take place in Toronto as well as in a number of American and Mexican cities. The games run from June 11th until July 19th. During that time all kinds of FIFA-related celebratory events happen at various venues around the Lower Mainland. For example, there is the FIFA Fan Festival at the PNE, FIFA Fan Zones in Surrey, and Soccer in the Square at UBC.

Also while FIFA is in town, there is the Granville Island Watch Party and Summer of Soccer in Coquitlam, plus special events like Canyon Kick-Off at Capilano Bridge and the Bay’Score Fan Experience at the Westin Bayshore Hotel.

In this article you’ll learn about what’s happening at the Shipyards in North Vancouver.

 

Soccer in the Square at UBC

Soccer Canada Watch Party at Shipyards

 

FIFA World Cup Celebrations at the Shipyards

North Vancouver is one of Metro Vancouver’s soccer celebration destinations during the FIFA World Cup in 2026. Throughout the tournament, the Shipyards in Lower Lonsdale hosts Soccer Canada’s official fan gathering space on the North Shore. The fan zone changes the waterfront into a large public viewing and entertainment venue for soccer supporters from around the world.

The free outdoor event brings together live match broadcasts, music, games, food vendors, sponsor activations and community programming in a festival-style atmosphere. Fans can gather to cheer on Canada and other national teams while enjoying one of the region’s most iconic waterfront locations.

The celebration is designed as a public viewing experience for both dedicated soccer fans and casual visitors looking to enjoy the energy of the tournament outside the stadium environment.

 

Richmond Celebrates Soccer

 

When and Where

The North Vancouver FIFA World Cup festivities run from June 11th until July 19th during the full length of the tournament.

Events take place at the Shipyards in Lower Lonsdale on the North Vancouver waterfront. The area is located near Lonsdale Quay, Waterfront Park and the Spirit Trail with easy access by SeaBus and public transit from downtown Vancouver. Admission to the fan zone and public viewing area is free.

 

Soccer Canada Shipyards Fan Zone

 

Match Screenings and Fan Festival Activities

One of the biggest attractions at the Shipyards is the large outdoor screens showing World Cup matches throughout the tournament. Visitors can watch games in a lively community setting while enjoying the atmosphere of a waterfront soccer festival.

Alongside the broadcasts, the site features DJs, live entertainment, interactive soccer-themed activities and appearances connected to Canada Soccer programming. Visitors can also expect contests, giveaways, sponsor displays and family-friendly attractions.

The venue also includes food and beverage service areas, merchandise pop-ups, and social gathering spaces where fans can relax between matches. Organizers are also planning interactive experiences and community activations tied to the tournament.

At Canada Soccer House fans can enjoy live entertainment, athlete appearances and special community programming throughout the tournament. Interactive games, contests and giveaways help create a festival atmosphere while official merchandise pop-ups and sponsor activations enhance the overall World Cup experience.

 

Canyon Kick-Off

Shipyards Night Market

 

Other Information

To learn more about the FIFA activities at the Shipyards, visit the Canada Soccer House website.

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