Fiesta
Fútbol
Six weeks of matches, food, culture, and energy
Seis semanas de partidos, comida, cultura, y energía.
Fiesta Fútbol
Chelsea 2026
Wondering where to watch the FIFA World Cup 26™ this summer?
The best place to watch the FIFA World Cup 26™ is in the heart of downtown Chelsea, Massachusetts, in Chelsea Square!
Get ready for the excitement of Fiesta Fútbol, 39 days of soccer match watch parties on the big-screen this summer!
Beginning June 11, Chelsea Square will be transformed into a vibrant outdoor gathering space for the World Cup tournament. Visitors can expect an outdoor large-screen viewing experience, local food vendors, music, and community programming that reflects the energetic cultures and traditions of the city’s diverse community.
Residents and visitors are encouraged to come to downtown Chelsea to enjoy our soccer viewing parties, explore local restaurants, check out our free cultural programming, and support our small businesses.
We are proud to partner with NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises—Telemundo—as our official broadcast partner, providing the live feed for all games entirely in Spanish with Spanish-speaking commentators.
*Telemundo is a premier all-Spanish television network serving Spanish-speaking audiences across the country.
Come for the game,
Stay for the Food & Culture
Chelsea will host watch party celebrations in Chelsea Square June 11 - July 19.
fiesta fÚtbol schedule
Getting to Chelsea for the
fiesta fÚtbol watch parties
The Fiesta Fútbol watch party is at Chelsea Square in Chelsea, Massachusetts, just across Chelsea Creek from Boston. Chelsea Square is located at 179 Winnisimmet St. Chelsea, MA, 02150.
press coverage
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The Boston Globe
‘Sing this from the rooftops’: Healey says World Cup watch-party permits arriving in days
Chelsea Record
Chelsea Receives $175,000 from Healey-Driscoll Administration to host 2026 FIFA World Cup “Watch Parties” in Chelsea Square
MSN
Chelsea prepares for Fiesta de Fútbol as World Cup approaches
NBC Boston
Chelsea plans for World Cup festivities
Telemundo
Chelsea impulsa Celebracion del mundial
WCVB
Chelsea prepares for Fiesta de Fútbol as World Cup approaches
WBUR (Boston's NPR)
Chelsea to host World Cup-inspired 'Fiesta de Fútbol' to boost local soccer programs
Yahoo!
Chelsea prepares for Fiesta de Fútbol as World Cup approaches
Get Involved
Interested in volunteering?
We’re looking for community members to help support event operations, assist with programming, and create a welcoming experience for all attendees.
To learn more, contact Omar Miranda at omiranda@chelseama.gov or Charlie Giuffrida at cgiuffrida@chelseama.gov.
Interested in performing?
We're looking for energetic, inclusive, and family friendly musicians, dancers, and performers of all kinds to help make Fiesta Fútbol a vibrant festive atmosphere before and between matches.
Fill out our Interest Form to express interest in performing at Fiesta Fútbol and future opportunities in Chelsea.
Interested in being a vendor?
Fill out our Interest Form to express interest in being a vendor at Fiesta Fútbol and future Chelsea marketplaces.
Interested in being a vendor?
Fill out our Interest Form to express interest in being a vendor at Fiesta Fútbol and future Chelsea marketplaces.
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media inquiries
All Fiesta Fútbol media requests can be directed to:
Lily Martin
Communications Manager
City of Chelsea
lmartin@chelseama.gov
617-487-9763
sponsors
The City of Chelsea welcomes businesses and organizations to support Fiesta Fútbol. This event series offers a unique opportunity to connect with residents and visitors, promote your brand, and be part of a high-visibility summer activation in Chelsea Square. Opportunities may include on-site presence, marketing exposure, and alignment with community programming.
For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact Charlie Giuffrida at cgiuffrida@chelseama.gov.