(Credit for Photo: Photo Provided with Release Courtesy of the Pittsburgh Steelers)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) The opening of the Pennsylvania World Cup Fan Zone which is presented by Visit PA in Pittsburgh is now set with a free, two-day Fourth of July weekend celebration at Acrisure Stadium on Saturday, July 4th and Sunday, July 5th.

It features an America 250 Festival, activities that are family friendly, FIFA World Cup 2026™ watch parties, fan experiences that are interactive, music and youth soccer clinics.   

According to a release from the Pittsburgh Steelers, here is more information about this event:

JULY 4TH HIGHLIGHTS:
• FIFA World Cup 2026™ Round of 16 games begin at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.
• America 250 Festival inside and outside the stadium
• Free youth soccer clinics on the field at the stadium presented by Citiparks, Riverhounds
Academy, SPORTSPittsburgh and Special Olympics Pennsylvania
• Family-friendly activities, Ferris wheel rides, food and beverage vendors and interactive fan experiences

• Free concert by DIAMOND-selling country artist Brett Young outside Gate A following the
evening match
• Free World Cup giveaways
• Largest fireworks display in Pittsburgh’s history

JULY 5TH HIGHLIGHTS:
• FIFA World Cup 2026™ Round of 16 games begin at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.
• America 250 Festival inside and outside the stadium
• Free youth soccer clinics on the field at the stadium presented by Citiparks, Riverhounds
Academy, SPORTSPittsburgh and Special Olympics Pennsylvania
• Family-friendly activities, Ferris wheel rides, food and beverage vendors and interactive fan experiences
• Free Party on the Plaza with DJ Pauly D following the conclusion of the 8 p.m. match
• Free World Cup giveaways

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

GATES OPEN & ENTRY
• Saturday, July 4th: Guests can enter the stadium via Gate A East starting at 11 a.m.
• Sunday, July 5th: Guests can enter the stadium via Gate A East starting at 2 p.m.

ROAD CLOSURES
On July 4th, starting at 11 a.m., North Shore Drive will be closed from Casino Drive to Chuck Noll Way.
North Shore Drive will reopen on July 5th.

WEATHER ALERT
High temperatures are expected. Fans are encouraged to be prepared to ensure a safe and
enjoyable experience. Stay hydrated by drinking water regularly, seek shade when needed and wear
light, breathable apparel.

CLEAR BAG POLICY
To provide a safer environment for the public and significantly expedite fan entry into the stadium,
the NFL Clear Bag Policy that limits the size and type of bags that may be brought into the stadium
will be enforced. Learn more by clicking here.

CASHLESS VENUE
The stadium is a cashless venue. Credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay are
accepted.

PROHIBITED ITEMS
For a list of prohibited items, please visit this link by clicking here. Fans can watch the games from the field, but
additional restrictions apply, including no blankets and no food or beverage (except water) being
permitted on the field.