Los Angeles is transforming tournament momentum into a lasting legacy, reinforcing its position as a global sporting capital ahead of Super Bowl LXI in 2027 and the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
"Hosting FIFA World Cup 2026™ has been a defining moment for Los Angeles, generating long-term, meaningful benefits for local businesses and communities across the region, and introducing visitors to everything our destination has to offer," said Adam Burke, President and CEO of Los Angeles Tourism.
"The tournament demonstrated the power of major sporting events to drive tourism, create economic opportunities, and bring the global community together. As we look ahead to Super Bowl LXI and the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Los Angeles is ready to build on this momentum and roll out the red carpet for visitors from around the world on the largest stage.”
FIFA World Cup 2026™ by the Numbers
- 560,000+ fans attended eight FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches at Los Angeles Stadium.
- The FIFA Fan Festival™ and Official Los Angeles World Cup 26 Fan Zones welcomed 250,000+ fans.
- 300+ community events brought residents and visitors together across the region.
- LA Metro's Games Enhanced Bus Service provided 200,000+ rides to the stadium during the tournament, while recently extended Metro services kept visitors connected throughout the region.
- Hosting the tournament resulted in a projected $892 million in economic impact across Los Angeles County, while creating a lasting tourism legacy projected to exceed $1 billion in long-term economic benefits.
"We were excited and honoured to welcome over 22,000 fans from Los Angeles and around the world to The Original Farmers Market for our Official World Cup 26 Fan Zone. For more than 92 years, the Market has been a place where people come together over food, culture, and community, so serving as an Official Fan Zone was a natural fit," said Ilysha Buss, Director of Marketing and Communications of The Original Farmers Market.
