FIFA Fan Fest kicks off as Argentina takes on Algeria in Kansas City
Jazsmin Halliburton
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KMIZ)
The FIFA World Cup kicks into high gear Tuesday in Kansas City as the reigning world champions, Argentina, face off against Algeria.
The FIFA Fan Fest will be open from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesday for fans to enjoy World Cup matches and other festivities.
The festival, located at the National World War I Museum and Memorial, serves as the official fan hub for Kansas City’s six World Cup matches and can accommodate up to 25,000 people per day.
If you plan on attending the FIFA Fan Fest, there are some rules in place.
Your pass must be digital to enter the venue.
Clear bags only that are 12” x 6” x 12” or small non-clear bags 4.5” x 6.5” are permitted.
Stay hydrated. Clear plastic water bottles will be allowed and water stations will be set up around the venue.
The FIFA Fan Festival is free, though admission is subject to capacity limits. Organizers are encouraging fans to reserve passes in advance.
The Connect K26 shuttle service will be available for fans at GEHA Stadium and Fan Fest.
Connect KC26 shuttles will be available from 10 a.m. to midnight on weekdays and people must have their KC26 shuttle pass. Shuttles will run approximately every 20 minutes; shuttles from the Lawrence, Kansas stop will run approximately every 30 minutes.
Below is a map of the Connect KC26 shuttle stops
Courtesy of Connect KC26
Argentina will face Algeria at 8 p.m. Tuesday at GEHA Stadium and will air on Fox KQFX.
FIFA Fan Fest will air the two matches ahead of Argentina vs Algeria. France will take on Senegal at 2 p.m., followed by Iraq vs Senegal at 5 p.m.
All World Cup matches will be aired at the FIFA Fan Fest throughout the tournament.