Summer of Soccer in Coquitlam
The world’s biggest sporting event is coming to our region, and Coquitlam is getting ready to celebrate. The City is planning a series of free, family-friendly events from June 11 to July 19 so the community can join the excitement close to home. From block parties to large outdoor viewing events, residents will have the chance to gather with friends and neighbours, cheer on their favourite teams and experience the energy of a once-in-a-generation global sporting event.
Summer of Soccer Highlights
Residents can look forward to four unique and free viewing experiences across the city this summer, each offering a different way to gather, celebrate and enjoy the excitement close to home. All City-hosted events will include:
- Large-screen match broadcasts
- A lively, inclusive sporting atmosphere
- Opportunities to connect with neighbours
- Family-friendly spaces
Celebrate Canada’s opening match with a stadium-style viewing experience featuring a large screen, interactive soccer activities on the field and in the plaza area. Gates will open at 11 a.m. with interactive onsite fan activities and food services available for purchase. At 12 p.m., watch Canada take on Bosnia-Herzegovina live on the big screen, all the excitement of the soccer World Cup 26, right here in Coquitlam.
Join the community for a relaxed neighbourhood-style fan viewing experience as Canada takes on Switzerland in the group stage of the soccer World Cup 26. Guests are encouraged to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy the match on the big screen in a park setting. Fan activities and food services begin at 11 a.m. with onsite food trucks, followed by the live match broadcast at 12 p.m.
This activation will offer casual drop-in viewing that complements the broader Coquitlam Celebrates Canada Day festivities. The Canada Day Soccer viewing area will feature two matches in the Round of 32 stage, scheduled for 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.
Don’t miss the tournament’s final gold medal match as Percy Perry Stadium transforms into a lively fan zone with big-screen viewing, activities for all ages and a celebratory atmosphere. Gates open at 10:30 a.m. with interactive fan activities, food trucks, and family-friendly fun available throughout the venue. At 12 p.m., watch the Gold Medal Match Final live on the big screen and experience the excitement of the championship atmosphere right here in Coquitlam.
Soccer-themed Block Party Program - Applications Now Open
To help bring the tournament spirit to every corner of the community, the City is offering two options of soccer-themed block party packages. For 2026, residents may apply to host gatherings with one of two soccer-themed party packages. All approved block parties will receive soccer-themed play kits, encouraging informal play and family-friendly activities.
- Package 1: World Cup Soccer Watch Party (20 packages available) - The City will provide the screen and streaming infrastructure for live viewing through a contracted supplier for a neighbourhood soccer viewing party.
- Package 2: World Cup Soccer Celebration (20 packages available) - Residents will receive a $500 grant towards the hosting of a soccer-themed neighbourhood celebration.
Local Restaurants, Come Join the Fun!
The City is inviting Coquitlam-based restaurants, cafés, and other food and beverage vendors to offer special promotional offerings for residents hosting Summer of Soccer Block Parties. Participating businesses will be supported through City communications directly to party hosts, and will receive a shout-out on our Tourism Coquitlam social media channels.
Here are the steps to apply and participate.
- Develop a special promotion for Summer of Soccer Block Party hosts, available from June 11 to July 19.
- Submit the application to the City. Successful applicants will be notified, and approved vendor information will be shared to all party hosts. Deadline to submit has been extended to May 22!
- Provide the special promotion to Block Party hosts.
Get Involved
Whether you’re a lifelong soccer fan or just looking to experience the excitement of this global event, Summer of Soccer is your invitation to gather, celebrate, and connect.
More details, event updates, and block party application information will be available on this page.